2019 | DCP | AUS | D: Wayne Blair

This warm and light-hearted comedy celebrates the joyful chaos of family and the strength of community. It follows Lauren, a successful Sydney lawyer, and her fiancé Ned as they prepare for their wedding.

Just one day before the big event, they’re stunned to discover that Lauren’s mother has run away. Determined to reunite her parents and still pull off the wedding of their dreams, the couple sets off on a spirited journey across the Top End of the Northern Territory in search of her.

Written by Larrakia and Tiwi actress Miranda Tapsell, Top End Wedding was warmly received by both audiences and critics. The film earned nominations at the AACTA Awards for Best Film, Best Actress (Tapsell), and Best Supporting Actress (Ursula Yovich). Its beloved characters return in 2025 in a brand new eight-part television series, Top End Bub.

A Day at the Movies is a thoughtfully selected film series for people living with dementia alongside their families, friends, carers and companions. The screenings are brought to you by film and media experts 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.

Discounted group bookings are available for groups of 6 or more. Carers receive a free ticket, courtesy of Carers ACT, and all attendees can enjoy a complimentary Bulla ice cream.

For more information, please contact us via tickets@nfsa.gov.au or call 02 6248 2000.

Event timings

10.15AM	Welcome! Join us for tea and coffee in the NFSA courtyard
10.30AM	Take your seat in Arc Cinema
10.30AM	Feature Presentation: Top End Wedding (with Introduction)
11.30AM	Intermission (10 minutes)
11.40AM	Film screening resumes
12.30PM	Socialising and afternoon tea in the NFSA courtyard
1:15pm	Event Concludes

How is this event tailored for people with dementia?

Friendly staff trained by Dementia Australia will be on hand to greet visitors and help throughout the event;
Films selected are in line with dementia-friendly screening guidelines
Low-level lighting is used for the duration of the screening;
Additional wayfinding and signage;
Reduced sound levels in the cinema;
A designated quiet space for guests to rest;
A 10-minute intermission to stretch and refresh.
Pre- and post-screening refreshments are available in the NFSA courtyard, offering guests an opportunity to relax and socialise. Carers receive a free ticket, courtesy of Carers ACT, and all attendees can enjoy a complimentary Bulla ice cream.

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

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Sat 12 Jul

10:00 AM

Price

$16 Full / $12 Concession

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.