M | 135 Mins | 1995 | DCP | US | D: Kevin Reynolds

In Waterworld, the sea level has risen to cover almost all the land. The mysterious Mariner (Kevin Costner), who has adapted gills and webbed feet, is a trader between floating communities. He reluctantly agrees to protect a woman and a girl from the menacing Deacon (Dennis Hopper) as they search for Dryland.

Like Mad Max on the ocean, this 1995 sci-fi action film explores environmental breakdown, community, and identity.

“The action set-pieces, from the Mariner’s battles with sea pirates to his underwater wrestling match with a giant mutant fish, are preposterously ambitious yet pulled off with aplomb.” – The Guardian

The details

What: Screening of Waterworld
When: Thu 29 May 7:00 PM
Where: Arc Cinema, NFSA Acton
Cost: $12-16pp. Tickets available via NFSA.