In this laugh-out-loud comedy, Felix (Jack Lemmon) is inconsolable when his wife throws him out, so he moves in with his best friend Oscar (Walter Matthau). Soon after moving in, the friends discover that their domestic habits clash; Felix is neat and uptight while Oscar is messy and a slob.

Based on the stage play of the same name, The Odd Couple is loved by audiences young and old for its relatable story exploring the challenges and joys of living with friends. The film was a box office success and its popularity launched a long-running television sitcom starring Tony Randall and Jack Klugman. In 1998 Lemmon and Matthau reprised their roles in The Odd Couple II.

A Day at the Movies is the NFSA’s dementia-friendly film program for cinema-lovers, designed for the enjoyment and comfort of people living with dementia, as well as their families and friends, carers and companions.

The series is brought to you by film and media experts Associate Professor Dr Jodi Brooks (Project Lead, University of New South Wales), Dr Fincina Hopgood (University of New England), and independent screen culture and audience development specialist, Karina Libbey.

An initiative of the ACT Government, the program is funded by the ACT Government and aligns with its Age-Friendly City Plan. In-kind support from the National Film and Sound Archive (Venue Partner), Carers ACT, Dementia Australia, the ACT Ministerial Advisory Council on Ageing and Bulla Dairy Foods.

Event timings
10:30 AM  Welcome! Enjoy morning tea in the heritage courtyard

10.55 AM  Take your seat in Arc Cinema

11:00 AM  Feature presentation: The Odd Couple with a special introduction

12:00 PM  Intermission (10 minutes)

12:55 PM  Socialise and enjoy afternoon tea in the heritage courtyard

1:40 PM  Event concludes

A 10% discount is available for group bookings of 6 or more people. Carers receive a free ticket, courtesy of Carers ACT, and all attendees can enjoy a complimentary Bulla ice cream.

For more information on A Day at the Movies and dementia-friendly screenings at the NFSA, visit nfsa.gov.au/events-experiences/dementia-friendly-screenings or call 02 6248 2000 or email tickets@nfsa.gov.au

For additional information about accessibility and planning a visit to the NFSA please visit nfsa.gov.au/visit-us

The NFSA offers closed captioning and audio description services through Dolby Accessibility Solution receivers. A total of 15 receivers are available for selected screenings.

To book your receiver

Email tickets@nfsa.gov.au with your name, contact details, and the screening you would like the receiver for.
Unreserved receivers will be available from reception before the screening. Receivers are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To collect your receiver

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your screening start time and collect from NFSA Reception (McCoy Circuit entrance).
An NFSA staff member will set up your receiver and provide a brief demonstration on how to use it.
Headphones are provided, however, you’re welcome to bring your own if they have a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Sat 21 Mar

10:30 AM

Price

$18 Full / $15 Concession / $12 Senior ( + $1.50 booking fee)

Arc Cinema

1 McCoy Circuit Acton, Australian Capital Territory, 2601

Information

Transport

Accessibility

We are situated in the heart of Canberra on McCoy Circuit, Acton, between the shores of Lake Burley Griffin and the grounds of the Australian National University. Just a 10-minute walk from the city and state bus interchanges.

BY BUS - WEEKDAYS

Note: the NFSA is open daily 10.00am – 4.00pm (except Christmas Day and New Year's Day), and outside those times for special film screenings and events – see our upcoming events calendar.
ON THE NUMBER 6
Route R6 runs between Woden Interchange and City West approximately every 10 to 20 minutes from 5.30am to 11.00pm weekdays. To use this service to visit the NFSA, alight at London Cct after Edinburgh Ave and proceed 600 metres along Gordon Street to the entrance on McCoy circuit.
ON THE NUMBER 53
Route 53 runs between National Museum Lennox Crossing and Dickson Shops Cowper Street on average every 30 minutes from 7.00am to 10.10pm weekdays. Bus alights at Liversidge St behind the NFSA.
Transport Canberra's Routes and Timetables site can help you find the most practical way to our venue (and others).
ON THE CULTURE LOOP FREE SHUTTLE BUS
The free Culture Loop shuttle bus stops at NewActon (on Edinburgh Avenue), within walking distance of the NFSA.

BY BUS - WEEKENDS

Note: the NFSA is open daily 10.00am – 4.00pm (except Christmas Day and New Year's Day), and outside those times for special film screenings and events – see our upcoming events calendar.
ON THE NUMBER 6
Route R6 runs between Woden Interchange and City West approximately every 10 to 20 minutes from 7.00am to 9.00pm weekends and public holidays. To use this service to visit the NFSA, alight at London Cct after Edinburgh Ave and proceed 600 metres along Gordon Street to the entrance on McCoy circuit.
Transport Canberra's Routes and Timetables site can help you find the most practical way to our venue (and others).
ON THE CULTURE LOOP FREE SHUTTLE BUS
The free Culture Loop shuttle bus stops at NewActon (on Edinburgh Avenue), within walking distance of the NFSA.

PARKING

There is dedicated visitor parking on the premises between McCoy Circuit and Ellery Cresent (paid parking, up to three hours). There is also limited free parking surrounding the building on Liversidge Street.
We recommend using public transport in peak times.

Accessible parking is available off McCoy Circuit.
Wheelchair/accessible access via Liversidge Street.

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