# Event Details

- **Event Name**: People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Welcome to the 12th season of the People Of Passion (POP) International film festival!We are pleased to present two sessions!Yes, your festival pass ticket covers both sessions.If your only purchasing one session, you will be seeing the films listed in that session only.People of Passion International Film Festival – 12th SeasonStep into a night where storytelling takes centre stage and creativity knows no limits.Join us on May 30th, 2026 at the iconic ACMI Cinemas for the 12th season of the People of Passion International Film Festival—an exclusive showcase of bold, original short films from passionate creators around the world.This is not your typical cinema experience.Expect red carpet energy, a vibrant crowd, and a curated selection of films you simply won’t see anywhere else. From powerful dramas to unexpected gems, every screening is designed to spark conversation, emotion, and connection.Whether you're a film lover or just looking for a memorable night out, this is your invitation to be part of something special.✨ Walk the red carpet 🎬 Discover unique international stories 🥂 Soak in the atmosphere of a true film eventSeats are limited—secure your place and experience the magic for yourself.Book now and be part of the 12th season. We will be screening in Cinema 2 at ACMISession 1 Please arrive by 5.00pm for Photo's, purchase food and drink for session and enter cinema room before 6pmSession 1 Screening begins at 6pm till 7pm (there are no fillers before the first film starts at 6pm)Q&A with the filmmakers in attendance who's films screened in this session 7.25pm - 7.30pmIntermission for festival pass holders 7.30pm till 8 PM  Session 2 screening starts at 8:00PM to 9.25 (there are no fillers before the first film starts at 8pm) Awards Presented to all film makers in attendance 9.25pm to 9:45PM (as a part of session 2)Q and A with the filmmakers in attendance who's films screened in this session 9.45pm till 9:55pmSession one selectionOfficial selections (not in screening order)1. Rotate by Director Les Zig - Comedy short2. Here and There by Director Kora Lee - Animation3. The Last Rooster: Artist Len Zuks by Director James Hyams - Mature person's short film4. Tamah by Director John Nguyen - Mature person's short film5. Heartwarming by Director Libby Goodhue - Animation6. The Defender by Director andrew Genaille - Animation7. Why We Pride submitted by Natalie Scarsbrook - LGBTQIA+ short film8. Please Inform My Parents by Director Suzanne Kathleen Brimley - Comedy short9. 5 Inches Under by Director Suzanne Kathleen Brimley - Mature person's short film10. Devil's Debt by Director Trinity Phillips - Animation 11. Queer Up the Details by Director Anna Rose Ii-Epstein - LGBTQIA+ short film 12. Lorraine and the Ladybugs by Director Muriel Smith - Animation 13. I Have Tonnes of Work and Now I'm a Magical Girl by Directors Lucille Bell, Kayda Troost - Animation14. Scarecrow by Director Kyden Hurst - Animation15. Gotta Get Up And Dance Submitter Skylar king - Animation16. Coach Days by Director Sue Parkhill - Comedy short Session two selectionOfficial selections ( not in screening order)1. Under the Water by Director Isabella Andronos - Bechedel Test2. Unlatched by Director Ruth Dudding - Musical short film3. Catching Claus by Director Ian Blom - Comedy short4. Levi By The Sea by Director leping cao - LGBTQIA+ short film5. As Luna sees… by Director Zi Yin - Animation6. Students of the World -Australia Submitter Jonathan Schneider - Australian First Nations film7. The End Of Us - Byte Back by Director Karina Sorelli - SciFi short film8. Wise Words by Director Louis Dickins - Mature person's short film9. a culinary of errors by Director Sherree Dawn Halliwell - Mature person's short film10. Prefer Not to Say by Director Shaun Foley - Mature person's short film11. Nana by Director John Egelhoff - Comedy short9. 25pm - 9.45pm Awards ceremony9.45pm - 9.55pm Q and A with the filmmakers in attendance who's films screened in this session 9.45pm till 9:55pm After partyAfter party 10pm at Transit Rooftop Bar.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/people-of-passion-international-film-festival-popiff/80007495143178
- **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Festivals, comedy, Art, performances, Theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: ACMI Cinemas
- **lat**: -37.8176502
- **long**: 144.9690574
- **full address**: ACMI Cinemas, ACMI, Federation Square Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Melbourne

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF)
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69eeb73190ea4.jpg

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF) being held?
  - **A:** People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF) takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm at ACMI Cinemas, ACMI, Federation Square Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Melbourne.
- **Q**: Who is organizing People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF)?
  - **A:** People Of Passion International Film Festival (POPIFF) is organized by Leanne Campbell.

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