Film Screening of '52 Tuesdays'

52 Tuesdays – Free movie screening of the acclaimed Australian film 52 Tuesdays as part of Trans Awareness Week.

This event provides an opportunity for LGBTIQA+ community members and allies to come together, reflect, learn and build understanding of transgender and gender-diverse experiences.

Prior to the screening, attendees will hear from special guest speaker Nikki Viveca, who will share reflections on the film and discuss experiences and perspectives from trans and gender-diverse communities.

• Thursday 19 November 2026
• 6pm for a 6.30pm start 
• Village Cinemas M-City, 2107/2125 Dandenong Rd, Clayton  
• Free drink and snacks included
• Adults 18+ only
• Bookings essential

This event is being hosted by Greater Dandenong City Council and Monash City Council.

 

We will be screening 52 Tuesdays, an internationally recognised, award-winning Australian independent film exploring identity, family relationships, acceptance and personal growth through the experiences of a family during gender transition.

The film follows the relationship between James, who is undergoing gender transition, and daughter Billie, who is navigating her parent's transition alongside her own journey to adulthood.

Shot once a week, every week over the course of a year, the film won the World Cinema Dramatic Directing Award at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival and the Crystal Bear for Best Film (Generation 14plus) at the 64th Berlin International Film Festival.
 

Nikki Viveca is an award-winning slam poet, comedian and actor whose work explores queer identity and offers authentic representation of transgender experiences.
 

This screening is for adults aged 18 years and over.

We are providing information about the film's themes and content before registration so you can make an informed decision about whether this event is right for you.

52 Tuesdays is rated MA15+ and contains mature themes, strong language, nudity and sexual content. The film includes depictions of consensual sexual exploration involving teenage characters, as well as themes relating to gender transition, family relationships, mental health and discrimination. Some viewers may find aspects of the film confronting.
 

Attendees are welcome to leave the screening at any time or speak with a staff member if they need support. Staff will be available throughout the event and information about support services will be provided at the event.

Lifeline (13 11 14)
lifeline.org.au

Beyond Blue

QLife LGBTI peer support  1800 184 527

Rainbow Sexual, Domestic & Family Violence Helpline:
24/7 free, confidential trauma counselling and support for LGBTIQ+ Australians at 1800 497 212
 

• Wheelchair accessible seating available at Village Cinemas.
• Accessible toilets and accessible pathways throughout the M-City centre.
• Lifts connect the underground car park to all levels, including the cinema.
• Park Assist indicators to help locate accessible parking bays.
• Entry/exit points: Accessible via Blackburn Road and Princes Highway, with an additional exit at Connam Avenue.
• Parking rates:
  • First 3 hours free (once per day)
  • After that: 3–4 hrs: $2, 4–5 hrs: $4, up to a max of $25 for 8+ hrs