We’re kicking off MNFF 2026 with a weird and wonderful assortment of shorts. Unexpected films, unlikely pairings. Screening is followed by filmmaker Q&A.

THE DEVIL YOU KNOW (Director: Frankie Côdd)

After leaving a restrictive religious community in the country, a young women, haunted by strange visions of a cow, seeks liberation in metropolitan Melbourne.

SCHOOL LOOP (Director: Alessia Paino)

A student discovers a secret room.

FINDING MAMA (Director: Zeta H-D)

When Harold Holt returns to land after a 60 year hiatus, the aquatic Prime Minister questions why Australian theatres are struggling.

NOTES FROM THE UNSEEN (Director: Ameya Ajay)

Disconnected from her partner, a woman is left a flyer for a mysterious ‘Magic Theatre’.

HERE AND THERE (Director: Kora Lee)

A young girl in a new country grapples with the confusion of settling in.

TIME BETWEEN US (Director: Ayden Trinder)

A teenage boy, cursed to see the deaths of those he makes eye contact with, reconnects with old friends at a lake.

CUGINI (Director: Aaron Lee Noyes)

Cousins Nino and Vincenzo meet to discuss the family business, but when tempers flare the evening takes an unexpected turn.

HATCH DAY (Director: Rhylie Pereira)

Bill makes an unexpected discovery that reshapes the way he sees the world.

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$18 (+BF)

Bluestone Church Arts Space, Footscray

Doors 6pm

Screening starts 6.30pm (runtime approx 60 mins)

Followed by filmmaker Q&A

Content Warning: Films in this festival may feature sensitive content, including horror, violence, sexual themes, strong language and other video nasties. Viewer discretion is advised.