St Kilda Film Festival short films

Next date: Thursday, 01 October 2026 | 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM

We are proud to once again take part in the St Kilda Film Festival Victorian Tour.

Enjoy a selection of Australia's top short films from this year's festival program, screened locally at Hoyts Greensborough. This event brings highlights from the St Kilda Film Festival to Banyule, giving local audiences the chance to enjoy a curated program of Australian short films close to home.

There are 2 sessions available on different nights. The same films will be shown at each session, so please book one session only.

Who should attend

This event is suitable for film lovers, arts and culture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in seeing some of Australia's best short films on the big screen.

Benefits

• Enjoy a selection of top Australian short films.
• Experience highlights from the St Kilda Film Festival program.
• Support Australian filmmakers and local arts programming.
• Choose from 2 screening sessions at Hoyts Greensborough.

What to expect

• A cinema screening of selected Australian short films.
• The same film program at both sessions.
• Popcorn snack and drink.
• A local screening at Hoyts Greensborough.

The films

Mother of Chooks

After losing her sister, Elaine discovers a surprising new companion in a chicken named Flapper. Now, with a flock of chooks and a mission to change how people see them, she has become a local legend: the Mother of Chooks.

Interview with a Hero

A Cambodian-Australian shadow puppeteer is given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform on national television. However, he is interrupted by traumatic memories of his past under the Khmer Rouge.

The Intervention

A woman rushing home to meet a date is blindsided by an unexpected intervention from friends and family, only to discover that her bewildered Hinge match has also been roped into it.

Bringing His Spirit Home

Peter’s great-uncle, an Aboriginal WWI soldier, is buried far from his family and traditional lands. Believing his ancestor’s spirit cannot rest until he returns home, Peter travels to France to perform a traditional ceremony at the grave.

Questions 57

Bart, a writer with a deep passion for U.S. history, rushes through a visa application until he reaches a series of absurd questions and unknowingly answers "yes" to "Are you a member of a terrorist organisation?" A darkly comic satire about systems that mistake process for truth, and how one innocent error can trigger a raft of consequences.

While We Still Have Time

A woman embarks on a journey to connect with her sperm donor father, John, as he battles aggressive cancer. Together, they explore their unique bond, seeking understanding and closure amid life's uncertainties.

Writers in Love

Two writers find their romantic entanglement taking a sharp turn when they realise they hold conflicting views on the ethics of writing. As their boundaries clash, the line between storytelling and manipulation begins to blur.

Classification

Some films contain adult themes and require parental guidance. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This event is not recommended for children under 12.

When

Location

Greensborough Plaza is easy to reach by car and public transport. Ample parking is available on site, including multi-deck parking areas. For public transport users, Greensborough Station on the Hurstbridge Line is just a short walk from the Plaza. Multiple bus routes stop nearby, including 293, 343, 385, 514, 517, 518, 566, 901 and 902.

HOYTS Greensborough, 25 Main Street, Greensborough, 3088, View Map