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29 Jun – 31 Aug

Espresso Cinema

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  • Entertainment

Espresso Cinema is back with a pick-me-up hit of Italian cinema this winter. This exclusive series of Australian Premiere screening events offers fresh, new and acclaimed Italian films, from the Venice Film Festival and beyond.

From the earthy truffles of Piedmont, to the thrilling discovery of a lost Caravaggio, don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the cinematic warmth of these one-off winter screenings.

Hours

Date Times
Sun 29 Jun
  • 7pm - 9pm 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Sun 20 Jul
  • 7pm - 9pm 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Sun 31 Aug
  • 7pm - 9pm 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location

Cinema Nova
380 Lygon St
Carlton 3053

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Price and bookings

From $18 to $25

Adult / general $25
Senior $18
Student / concession $18
Book online for Espresso Cinema

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9021 7760
  • email address: espresso@abcgfilm.com
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