Enlighten Film Festival
Saturday 19 April 2025 to Monday 21 April 2025
Overview
Satisfy your travel bug to the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Calling all film lovers of all ages and backgrounds. Immerse yourself in a one to three day intercultural feast,…
Satisfy your travel bug to the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Calling all film lovers of all ages and backgrounds. Immerse yourself in a one to three day intercultural feast, showcasing twelve exciting national and international films with a focus on Buddhist stories from Asian and Western perspectives. Be part of the first Buddhist film festival at the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Films are shown over three days in the afternoon giving you the freedom to explore the nearby beaches, markets, bush walks, local cafes and restaurants. You are welcome to join the Guided Tour of the Temple, free early morning meditation and Taichi with resident monastics, and experiene noble silence during a meal for an added retreat like weekend cultrual escape. Book your accommodation onsight at the Pilgrim Lodge or at one of the local hotels.
Renown for its festivals, Nan Tien is offering its first Buddhist Film Festival. Whether you are dipping your toes into Buddhism and Asian culture, a fellow traveller or curious to learn more, the curatored selection of Buddhist theme films from around the world will help you re connect to the profound insights. over hte Easter long weekend.
Join the panel discussions with industry experts and get ready for vote for the People's Film Choice Award.
Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
