In the early 1970s, the military dictatorship in Brazil reaches its height. The Paiva family - Rubens, Eunice, and their five children - live in a beachside house in Rio, open to all their friends. One day, Rubens is taken for questioning and does not return.
The Newcastle Film Society (NFS) has been operating for over 40 years and is one of the longest running Film Societies in Australia.
The Film Society screens 35 films a season consisting of art house, indie films, documentaries and various foreign films.
Films are screened on a Sunday night at Event Cinemas located at Westfield Kotara in the Vmax Theatre at 7 pm. The Newcastle Film Society has had a long-standing association and support from Event Cinemas for over 35 years.
Annual membership for 2025 is $95 which entitles you to the following benefits: