Boroondara Seniors Film Festival - Sweet Bean

A gently revealing and beautiful story of the relationship between an older woman and a pancake

vendor who grudgingly employs her. The truth behind her story gradually comes to light as their friendship grows.

Rated PG

(This is a Japanese film with English subtitles)

Please note: This event does not include morning tea.

Refreshments will be available for purchase at the cinema candy-bar

Booking essential

This event is free - but bookings are essential.

We expect this event to be fully booked and there may be people on a wait list who are eager to attend. Please let us know as soon as possible if you can no longer come to this event.

Tickets on the day

Booking for the event is essential.

If you are able print your ticket or bring a copy of it on your device, please do so as this will make your entry to the cinema easier and you can go straight to find a seat.

If you cannot bring a ticket with you, don't worry as we will have a record of your booking at the venue. Please make your way to the check-in table on arrival.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to start time for seating.

For group bookings of over six attendees, please contact us directly on 9278 4777.

Getting to the event

Train: To Glenferrie Station then walk 80 metres to cinema

Tram: Route 16, stop 74 (Glenferrie Station)

Parking: Note parking time limits in surrounding car parks and streets

Disability access

Lift access to the cinema and designated wheelchair space with companion seating options is available.

If attending in a wheelchair, please contact the Active Ageing team on 9278 4777.

Assisted listening

Hearing loops and assisted hearing devices available. AD (Fidelio) compatible.

Age requirements

The Seniors Festival is designed to cater for adults 60 years and over, however guests of any age are welcome to accompany you.

Host or Publisher City of Boroondara