SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL & VIVID PARTNER TO PRESENT UNIQUE SCREEN EVENTS

The Sydney Film Festival in partnership with Vivid Sydney will present two film events that go beyond the screen, featuring live performances and unique artistry.

Planet City: Live is a speculative fiction experience from designer, director, and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young, which envisions a future where the entire global population resides in one hyper-dense metropolis, allowing the rest of the planet to rewild. This immersive event features live narration by Young himself and a live score performed by Forest Swords.

The second event will see the New South Wales premiere screening of Justin Kurzel’s (Snow Town) documentary debut Ellis Park, followed by a conversation and short musical performance with the film’s subject, celebrated musician Warren Ellis.

One of the world’s longest-running and most prestigious film festivals, the 72nd edition of the Sydney Film Festival will run 4 to 15 June 2025, showcasing the very best in contemporary cinema across several Sydney venues. Running 23 May-14 June, Vivid Sydney is the Southern Hemisphere’s leading multi-artform festival, transforming Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation and community connection. Over 23 nights, light installations, music, ideas and food inspire global audiences and drive cultural exchange.

“Sydney Film Festival has always been a place for bold and innovative storytelling, and we are delighted to join forces with Vivid Sydney to present these two unique cinematic experiences,” said SFF Festival Director Nashen Moodley. “These events push the limits of film, sound, and imagination, offering audiences something truly unforgettable.”

Vivid Sydney Festival Director, Gill Minervini said, "The partnership between Vivid Sydney and Sydney Film Festival represents an artistic fusion that embodies the spirit of creative innovation we champion. These immersive film events perfectly amplify our 2025 theme of 'Dream' by inviting audiences to explore alternative realities through the intersection of cinema, music, and live performance."

PLANET CITY: LIVE is set to dazzle Sydney audiences on Tuesday 10 June from 7pm at the City Recital Hall. The NSW Premiere Screening of ELLIS PARK is scheduled for Sunday 8 June at 4pm at the iconic State Theatre, followed by the live component at the City Recital Hall from 7pm.