LEBANESE FILM FESTIVAL AUSTRALIA
Lebanese Film Festival Australia (LFF) is the world's largest celebration of Lebanese cinema and a proudly volunteer-led, not-for-profit organisation. Since 2012, LFF has connected audiences through powerful stories that celebrate Lebanese culture, creativity and identity while fostering greater understanding through film.
Now in its 14th year, and under the patronage of acclaimed Australian actor Bryan Brown AM, the festival continues to bring communities together through a diverse program of award-winning films, filmmaker conversations and cultural experiences across Australia.
Lebanese Film Festival Australia is proudly supported by City of Canterbury Bankstown, Screen NSW, Bankstown Sports, and our valued sponsors and partners.
Thursday, 10 September
Doors open 6.15pm. Film Screening Time 7.00pm.
Tickets $22
A stunning collage of archival film, television and home movies, Do You Love Me transforms Lebanon's forgotten audiovisual history into an intimate portrait of memory, resilience and identity. Premiering at Venice Days before screening at major festivals including IDFA and CPH:DOX, Lana Daher's celebrated debut is a moving tribute to Beirut and the enduring power of collective memory.
Screening before the feature, The T-shirt is a charming four-minute comedy that uncovers humour and heart in the most ordinary of places, proving that even the smallest imperfections can tell the biggest stories.
Friday, 11 September
Join us for the Official Closing Night Gala of the 14th Lebanese Film Festival Australia (LFF), Australia's leading celebration of Lebanese cinema, culture and storytelling.
Closing Night Gala:
7:00pm Pre-Film Reception
8:30pm Formalities, TVCs and Feature Screening - A Sad and Beautiful World Lebanon | 2025) - Celebrate the festival finale with the Lebanese Film Festival Australia Film of the Year. Award-winning feature and Lebanon's Official Oscar Submission for the 2026 Academy Awards.
10:35pm (approx): Event Concludes
Tickets $55
Your Closing Night Experience Includes
Arrive early and enjoy a vibrant pre-film reception featuring:
Authentic Lebanese canapés by Tayta's Food Co.
Traditional Smeed Maamoul, handcrafted filled shortbread cookies
Handmade BuBooza ice cream, served live
Drinks available for purchase from Bar LFF, curated by Bankstown Sports
Live traditional Lebanese music by Zaffet Lebnen
Official Closing Night formalities and awards presentation
Exclusive screening of A Sad and Beautiful World
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