On this page Content components Seniors Festival events in Boroondara Enjoy a wide range of free or low-cost events taking place in Boroondara throughout October. Boroondara Seniors Film FestivalThis popular event returns with new stories to inspire, challenge and connect us with the richness of older adult lives.Each event includes a feature film and a curated selection of Australian and international short films.All screenings are free to attend. Bookings are essential.Please Note: All screenings are fully booked. The Door-to-door Bookstore Every day, Carl Kollhoff quietly delivers hand-wrapped books to his regular customers. When curious 9-year-old Schascha joins him on his rounds, she brings joy, shakes up their routines and helps Carl open up to the world.Language: German, with English subtitlesRating: CTCWhat to expect: A beautiful, joyous story that’s quite a tearjerker.Watch the film trailer: You can watch the film trailer on YouTubeSession: Tuesday 7 October, 10:30 amVenue: Rivoli Cinema, HawthornThis event is fully booked.As this event is likely to be fully booked with a waitlist, please let us know if you or your guests can no longer attend. Mr Burton In Port Talbot, passionate teacher Philip Burton sees potential in troubled teen Richie Jenkins. Through mentorship and care, he helps Richie transform into Richard Burton – one of the greatest actors of the 20th century.Language: English, with open captions for the hearing-impairedRating: MWhat to expect: An emotional and inspiring story.Watch the film trailer: You can watch the film trailer on YouTubeSessionsDate: Tuesday 7 October, 11:30 am Venue: Rivoli Cinema, HawthornThis event is fully booked.As this event is fully booked with a waitlist, please let us know if you or your guests can no longer attend.Date: Thursday 23 October, 10:30 amVenue: Palace Cinema, BalwynThis event is fully booked.As this event is fully booked with a waitlist, please let us know if you or your guests can no longer attend. I Can Speak Ok-boon is known for her endless complaints at the local office, but beneath her fiery spirit is a heartfelt goal: to learn English. When a young civil servant, Min-jae, reluctantly becomes her tutor, an unexpected friendship blossoms.Language: Korean, with English subtitlesRating: PG-13What to expect: A heartwarming and powerful film with references to sexual assault.Watch the film trailer: You can watch the film trailer on YouTubeSessionsDate: Wednesday 15 October, 10:30 amVenue: Lido Cinemas, HawthornThis event is fully booked.Date: Thursday 23 October, 12:30 pmVenue: Palace Cinema, BalwynThis event is fully booked.As this event is fully booked with a waitlist, please let us know if you or your guests can no longer attend. A Man Called Ove Ove is a grumpy, rule-obsessed retiree who’s ready to give up on life – until a lively young family moves in next door and accidentally flattens his mailbox. What begins as irritation soon blossoms into an unexpected friendship that turns everything around. This drama comedy is about unexpected friendship, love and the importance of surrounding yourself with the proper tools.Language: Swedish, with English subtitlesRating: MWhat to expect: A darkly humorous film with references to suicide. Watch the film trailer: You can watch the film trailer on YouTubeSessionsDate: Wednesday 15 October, 11:30 amVenue: Lido Cinemas, HawthornThis event is fully booked.Date: Thursday 23 October, 11:30 amVenue: Palace Cinema, BalwynThis event is fully booked.As this event is likely to be fully booked with a waitlist, please let us know if you or your guests can no longer attend. Subscribe for updatesTo get updates and reminders on the 2025 Boroondara Seniors Film Festival events and booking dates, subscribe to our newsletter. Subscribe to our newsletter More informationYou can find out more by emailing [email protected] or calling the Active Ageing team on (03) 9278 4777.
