BIFF in 2025

This year, the Brisbane International Film Festival celebrates 33 years as Queensland's premier film festival. With the city gearing up for its global spotlight in 2032, BIFF enters a bold new era - reimagined for a contemporary, international Brisbane.

Organised by emotion rather than genre, BIFF's roster of 62 films opens a window on a world of experiences and perspectives. No matter what your mood or taste, let BIFF take you on a journey through the hearts and minds of the world's best filmmakers.

Explore your emotions

Be Delighted

Be Moved

Be Afraid

Be Ignited

Be Surprised

Be Challenged

Cricket Dreams
Cricket Dreams
Dir. Jamillah van der Hulst / Netherlands
Endless Cookie
Endless Cookie
Dir. Peter Scriver, Seth Scriver / Canada
Fwends
Fwends
Dir. Sophie Summerville / Australia
Mile End Kicks
Mile End Kicks
Dir. Chandler Levack / Canada
Ultras
Ultras
Dir. Ragnhild Ekner / Sweden
Explore Be Delighted

GALAS, EVENTS & ACTIVATIONS

Thu 27
Fri 28
Sat 29
Sat 29
Sun 30
Agon

Agon

Felon's Barrel Hall, Howard Smith Wharves / 5:00pm

The Brisbane International Film Festival returns in black-tie style with a landmark evening at Howard Smith Wharves. Opening with the Australian premiere of Agon, the acclaimed new film, fresh from Venice, is visually arresting and emotionally charged exploration of the beauty and brutality of elite competition. Director Giulio Bertelli joins audiences in Brisbane to present his film, followed by a conversation with Australia's leading female Olympians on ambition, resilience, and the pursuit of greatness. A dazzling night of cinema, sport, and celebration marking BIFF and Brisbane's bold new chapter.

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Ticketing

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GRAB THE BEST OF BIFF WITH THE 6FLIX PASS. VALID FOR UP TO 6 ENTRIES TO ANY FILM, YOUR CHOICE! FOR EXAMPLE BOOK 6 TICKETS TO ONE FILM, OR 1 TICKET TO 6 FILMS. USE THEM YOURSELF OR SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. IT'S THE ULTIMATE IN FILM FLEXIBILITY.

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Standard screenings only. Galas, special Events & activations sold separately.

Audience enjoying a film screening at the Brisbane International Film Festival