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The Bangalow Film Festival (BFF) team are thrilled to announce new dates after the event was cancelled owing to weather conditions under cyclone Alfred.

The events will be returning to the Bangalow A&I Hall from April 30 to May 4.

Owing to the change in dates, some films unfortunately were not able to return, however the majority of the incredible program has been rescheduled and is back on sale. The BFF team appreciate your support and hope to see you on the red carpet.

If you are already a ticket holder, all tickets are transferable for new dates please check out the full revised program on our website.

On Wednesday, April 30 at 8pm is the regional premiere of Andamooka  – a raw and moving road film by Mara Jean Quinn, co-produced by Aaron Pedersen. Following Alex, as she seeks escape and self-discovery in an opal mining town. This beautifully crafted story captures the complexities of womanhood and life’s unexpected turns.

The film screening will include a Q&A with Australian director Mara Jean Quinn.

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‘Filled with beautiful, meditative images of the breathtaking nature.’ – Movies That Matter .

‘A thought-provoking and bang-up-to-the-minute documentary.’ – Guardian.

Sunday, May 4, screening at 5pm.

What if you never had to say goodbye to a loved one? One of the most talked about movies at the latest Sundance Film Festival, Eternal You poses difficult questions while exposing how new technologies are redefining what it means to be human.

Saturday, May 3, screening at 5pm.

For tickets and information, visit: bangalowfilmfestival.com.au.



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