ELYSIUM (MA 15+) Presented in 35mm

Elysium at Revival House Perth

Enter Neill Blomkamp's visually stunning and politically charged 2013 sci-fi thriller that imagines a future where Earth's wealthy elite have abandoned the polluted planet for a pristine space station paradise. When factory worker Max Da Costa is exposed to lethal radiation, his only hope for survival lies in reaching Elysium, where advanced medical technology can cure any ailment - if the ruling class allows it.

Matt Damon delivers a gritty, physical performance as Max, a man transformed from reluctant survivor into humanity's unlikely savior. Jodie Foster brings icy authority to Defense Secretary Delacourt, who will stop at nothing to preserve Elysium's exclusivity, while Sharlto Copley creates a terrifyingly unhinged mercenary in Agent Kruger.

Blomkamp's masterful direction creates a believable dystopian future where the gap between rich and poor has literally reached orbital proportions. The film's stunning production design contrasts Earth's overcrowded slums with Elysium's sterile luxury, while the innovative visual effects seamlessly blend practical and digital elements.

Beyond its spectacular action sequences and cutting-edge technology, the film serves as a sharp allegory for contemporary issues of healthcare, immigration, and economic inequality. The story's exploration of sacrifice, citizenship, and what we owe each other resonates with urgent contemporary relevance.

Presented on authentic 35mm film for the true cinematic experience!

When: Sunday, October 5th at 6:45 PM
Where: Revival House Perth
Rating: MA15+ - Strong violence and disturbing themes

A thought-provoking action epic that asks whether paradise is worth preserving if it requires abandoning humanity - essential viewing that proves the future's greatest threat may be our present choices.