Cult Classics: Strange Days

Neo noir cyber thriller set at the precipice of the 21st century.

Arc Cinema

8:00PM

$19.50 Full / $16.50 Concession (+$1.50 booking fee)

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

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Cult Classics: Strange Days 18 September, 2026

Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap dives into the world of sharp, edgy films and beloved fan favourites.

Each event features a pre-screening live performance and intro by Venus in our beautiful art deco Arc Cinema.

1995 | M | DCP | USA | D: Kathryn Bigelow

In the last two days of the 20th century, it’s possible to experience another person’s memories, emotions and sensations via SQUID technology. An LAPD officer (Ralph Fiennes) obsessed with his ex (Juliette Lewis) teams up with an ethical bodyguard (Angela Bassett) to uncover a conspiracy as the world approaches NYE 2000.

Contemplating systemic racism, police violence and sinister tech, Strange Days is strangely relevant today.

‘What's fascinating about "Strange Days" is both its sheer kinetic energy, the vitality of the actors and the density and detail of its crazy little world.’ – Chicago Tribune

Our Cult Classics screenings are often interactive and always full of laughs and surprises. Leave your serious side at home and enjoy a movie night with a twist. And probably a shimmy.

Arc Cinema

We are situated in the heart of Canberra on McCoy Circuit, Acton, between the shores of Lake Burley Griffin and the grounds of the Australian National University. Just a 10-minute walk from the city and state bus interchanges.

1 McCoy Circuit, Acton, ACT 2601

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