MIFF 2026

This year’s Melbourne International Film Festival has kicked off. Here we take a closer look at what’s on the schedule.

A film about social destiny and chance has taken out the top prize at this year’s Melbourne International Film Festival.

It’s incredible to see wild animals encroach on “human” spaces, but Nuisance Bear proves it’s not all fun and games.

With more than 300 films, Melbourne’s annual cinematic banquet begins on August 6.

At the height of her fame, the Vertigo star turned her back on Hollywood. Almost five decades later, she has granted a rare interview to explain why.

Alex Gibney is no stranger to challenging material. But his film about the stabbing of Salman Rushdie takes some topping.

Had Jude Troy taken her bag with her when she got out at Tullamarine, The Airport Chaplain might never have existed.

Filmmaker, actor, Tony winner and queer icon Cameron Mitchell returns to Australia with a new show.

Mārama and Mum, I’m Alien Pregnant are very different films, but they both signal a growing appetite for risk within the Kiwi horror space.

A fisherwoman asks for a husband, and a basketmaker provides one – only he’s woven entirely of reeds. Welcome to the bizarre and brilliant world of Wicker.

Tony Jones’ documentary Sentient traces the journey of Dr Lisa Jones-Engel, as well as that of the macaque primates.

The makers of a documentary about the way the law prevents women speaking out about sexual abuse have been sent a warning letter by lawyers for Linda Reynolds.

The trans actor makes his directorial debut with a film in the hunt for big prizes at two major festivals.

This year’s MIFF explores the stories behind the shocking statistics on youth mental health.