Lebanese Film Festival 2026
When
Thursday 27 August – Friday 11 September
Where
Various locations across Canterbury-Bankstown
Celebrate the 14th Lebanese Film Festival Australia with an inspiring opening night at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown!
The festival showcases the richness of Lebanese storytelling, creativity and culture through film.
This special launch event brings together filmmakers and community members for an evening of cinema, great food and cultural connection.
Since 2012, the volunteer-run festival has grown into the world’s largest showcase of Lebanese film, championing diverse voices and stories from Lebanon and its diaspora.
Under the patronage of acclaimed Australian actor Bryan Brown AM, the festival continues its proud tradition of bringing world-class Lebanese storytelling to Australian audiences.
Full program coming soon!
Enjoy snacks and beverages
Pre-show reception
Before the screening begins, join us for an evening of Lebanese hospitality, delicious food and live entertainment.
- Enjoy authentic Lebanese canapes, freshly prepared and served by Tayta’s Food Co.
- Sample traditional Smeed Maamoul, handcrafted shortbread cookies with delicious fillings.
- Indulge in handmade BuBooza ice cream, freshly prepared and served live.
- Sip a selection of Lebanese beverages, including beer, wine and non-alcoholic options such as HALA Sparkling.
- Experience live Lebanese entertainment by Zaffet Lebnen.
- Celebrate the official Opening Night formalities.
- Watch a special screening of Disorder.
Thursday 27 August, Bryan Brown Theatre, Bankstown
Official opening ceremony
Now in its 14th year, and under the patronage of acclaimed Australian actor Bryan Brown AM, the festival continues to bring communities together through a diverse program of award-winning films, filmmaker conversations and cultural experiences across Australia.
Order of events
- 6.30pm: Opening Night Reception: Canapes, drinks and live entertainment
- 7.45pm: Theatre Doors Open
- 8.10pm: Official Opening Night Formalities
- 8.30pm (approx.): TVC’s & Feature Screening: Disorder (91 min)
- 10.15pm: Film Concludes
don't miss this film!
Disorder
Directors: Lucien Bourjeily, Wissam Charaf, Bane Fakih & Areej Mahmoud
Executive producers: Nadine Labaki, Khaled Mouzanar
Cast: Manal Issa, Said Sarhan, Rodrigue Sleiman
Runtime: 91 minutes
An award-winning, darkly satirical indie anthology from four of Lebanon’s boldest filmmakers Lucien Bourjeily, Wissam Charaf, Bane Fakih and Areej Mahmoud, Disorder captures a nation in freefall with wit, humanity and defiance – executive produced by Nadine Labaki and Khaled Mouzanar. Watch the trailer here.
Ticket information
- Adult: $90 + booking fees
- Concession (student/pensioner): $81 + booking fees
Recommended age: 18+
Dress code: Smart casual
How to get there
Visit the transportnsw.info website to plan your trip
Lebanese Film Festival 2026
Address: Bryan Brown Theatre & Function Centre, Corner of Rickard and Chapel Roads, Rickard Road, Bankstown NSW, Australia
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