Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)

A unique institution at the heart of Melbourne's iconic meeting place, Federation Square, the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) celebrates, explores and promotes the cultural and creative richness of the moving image in all its forms - film, television and digital culture.

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560
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  • Phone

    +61 3 8663 2200

  • Website

    acmi.net.au

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  • Type

    Museum

Address

Federation Square (at Flinders St) Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi Yes

Comments / 57


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Just Journeys

An incredible place with an amazing exposition . it tells the movie history of the world through its special effects. a lot of interactive elements for the customers to enjoy

pin lee

Must see. V good history of film in Australia. Free screen worlds exhibition . Entrance at federation sq. watch free movies at 2nd floor (12 pm onwards). Recommended. Free tour at 230 pm.

Tomfoolery

Truly one of Melbourne's best cultural institutions. The permanent exhibit 'screen worlds' is excellent, so many film festivals , and lets not forget the Cinematheque on Wednesday nights

Josh Carey

Great variety of things to do and a very fun, interactive experience. Great for family’s or couples or pretty much anyone who feels like going

Candice Glossat

The interactive nature of the ACMI is great for a range of ages. I return here every trip to Melbourne with friends we are all mid 20s and enjoy it.

Naoki Ferrio

Free adminission. It has a few of interactive exhibition . Add ACMI to your bucket list of 1 day tour in Melbourne if u're a movie buff.

Pedro Merces

Great space in the heart of Melbourne - always something to do or see.

Sean Robertson

Amazing little museum . Clocks exhibit was soooo cool. Plus, it’s free!

meetoo.com.au

Screen Worlds is a FREE and permanent exhibition at ACMI - follow the history of everything screen and sound related in Australia. Very interactive and suits all ages. Read more

Jas

Awesome museum ! So many things to see, try, interact with dealing with filming , television and gaming.

Tom Lucey

Dreamworks exhibition is definitely worth checking out. It's fascinating to see how a rough sketch transforms into an entire production

Pearson - Always Learning

Learn all about moving image with the exhibits , then explore a vast and varied moving image collection spanning many years in the mediatheque.

meetoo.com.au

Game Masters is a fantastic exhibition for anyone who enjoys playing a video or arcade game ... 150 of them to choose from! Read more

Lucy C

Become a member. It's worth it for plenty of preview screenings and special evening viewings of new exhibitions .

Rhonda McLellan

Wow!! So interactive, I could easily go back! Clock exhibit is incredible

Aram Dulyan

Try to catch one of the indie game exhibitions here. Play all the games, then buy the ones you liked when they come out on Steam.

Lisa Starbucks

You'll get all nostalgic with the first Nintendo console!! ????????????

ACMI: Australian Centre for the Moving Image

Pick up an ACMI Membership form from the Tickets & Information Desk! Members receive discounts on film screenings and exhibitions plus invitations to special previews. Read more

Steve Graham

Great it's free but too many exhibits not working.

Joris

Check out Julian Rosefeldt's 'Manifesto', a multi-channel video exhibition with Cate Blanchett in twelve different roles.

Bernie Hernández

The best place for indie and international cinema in Melbourne.

Simon Tan

Free exhibits ! And they're huge - allow for a couple hours at this place.

JH H-D

How is this museum free?! Amazing artifacts and exhibits

Juliett

Very cool place with lots of Information about the australian Film and TV ! And its free.

Pete Bradley

If you get the audio tour for the star voyager exhibition don't bother with the "secrets' bits. Just the facts tour .

Rachel Roth

Fun interactive exhibits and they are free!

KinipelaJLN

Explore the history and film culture of Australia in the Mediatique room!

Johnny Lau

They let you play and touch the video games as well ! Currently showing threw winners of independent games award

Next_Studio

Nerd Heaven! Keep an eye out for current shows - in the past we've particularly loved the Game On, Pixar and Tim Burton exhibitions . Sweet!

bluestorm.com.au

The matrix movie capture and the old fashioned spinning animation machine are both really cool. Theyre next to each other too.

Sally Gatenby

Hollywood Costume exhibit a disapointment - too many for the session, poor layout, no traffic flow and bizarre construction in heavy flow points. Go during the week.

Alex Henry

The matrix style video thing is awesome. Make your own slow motion fight scene

J

Great exhibition and cinemas

Phill Maddick

The Movie costume exhibit is highly recommended.

Tilanka Munasinghe

gotta check out the matrix 360 degree movie maker. Mad fun.

Sam

Great exhibition space

Regina Boros

lively show

Steve Androulakis

Beautiful but a noisy , awkward venue for comedy

Angelina Costa

A lot of interactive attractions

Kathy Lawrence

Hollywood costume is a must if you're in Melbourne. WOW

Diego Mendez

Awesome exhibit from Dreamworks !

Andrew Healan

check the schedule before you go

Tom Websalad

Favourite place in Melbourne, the technology here is incredible.

Alexander Pastore

Loving the dreamworks exposition

4sq Sydney

The He(art) of Melbourne! ACMI has always got some treat for you.

Rhonda McLellan

Time exhibit is awesome

Deanna

free exhibitions in the galleries

Thariq Kasoem

Interesting place for the young and old

Laiza Lorenzoni

Amazing art work

Colin Drake

Cool spots

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