MIFF Schools

SUPPORTED BY THE R.M. ANSETT TRUST, ACMI EDUCATION AND VATE

Engage students with powerful contemporary films that spark critical thinking and discussion.

MIFF’s dedicated program for students and educators, MIFF Schools, returns in 2026 as part of the festival’s 74th edition. The program of films is designed to support curriculum delivery across Languages, English, Media Studies, English Literature, Science, Psychology and Humanities. MIFF Schools aligns with key learning areas and capabilities, providing rich cultural contexts and meaningful opportunities for media analysis. This year’s program features films in English, Greek, French, Spanish, Mandarin, German and Japanese.

Each screening is supported by a professional learning webinar to help teachers meet learning objectives, assess student understanding and integrate film into existing units of work. Each webinar is developed by academic and writer Dr Josh Nelson and offers practical strategies for embedding MIFF Schools into classroom programs. View webinars here.

All films will have in-cinema screenings at ACMI, while Hold Onto Me will also be available for teachers to stream in the classroom via MIFF Online – ACMI Cinema 3 from 14–30 August. Please mark this option on the booking form if applicable.

In-cinema tickets cost $15 per student, with free entry for teachers.

Find out more about MIFF Schools here, and sign up to the MIFF Schools mailing list to keep up with news about the program.