Rex Cinema

The Rex Cinema

Screenings

Rex Cinema 2025 Program

 For updates on film screenings please see our Facebook page (Rex Cinema – Bundanoon)

Bundanoon’s finest and longest running cinema house.

The Rex Cinema is a ‘pop up’ cinema that regularly takes over the local Soldiers’ Memorial Hall in Bundanoon. The cinema is run by The Rex Cinema committee, a Sub-Committee of the Bundanoon Community Association.

The Rex Cinema screens approximately 10 films each year. The film selection covers a mix of genres, including golden oldies, foreign language films, modern classics, and family favourites. The films are sometimes chosen to tie in with a significant local event, an intriguing documentary or an opportunity to introduce someone famous to our audience . . . or simply because it’s a wonderful film that deserves to be seen on the big screen!

The screenings are a great social event, with highlands-based vineyards often supporting film evenings with their wines prior to the film. Whether you are a local or a visitor, you will be very welcome at The Rex Cinema.

Saturday screenings usually start at 7.30pm. Doors open at 7.00pm for a complimentary glass of wine.

Friday Night Supper Club events usually start at 6.30pm. Doors open at 5.45pm. The seating format is tables / chairs and patrons are encouraged to bring friends, bring something to eat and drink and enjoy winding down in a TGiF vibe.

History of The Rex Cinema:

It all started in 1924 in a Bundanoon that had around 520 people and no mains electricity. Silent movies were screened using carbon arc projectors and a portable generator at Tylers Hall adjacent to the Hotel.

After the construction of the Soldiers Memorial Hall in 1934, the Rex Cinema made the Memorial Hall its new home. However, the advent of television in the 1960s brought about the demise of many cinemas around Australia, including The Rex.

In 1994 a group of volunteers massaged the old projectors back into life, and the Rex Cinema was reborn. For 20 years we used the carbon arc projectors, and while scratchy picture quality and unpredictable breakdowns added to the nostalgia of the nights, the range of titles available on celluloid film was diminishing. The convenience and performance of modern technology led our committee to favour the DVD technology we currently use.

For coming titles see https://www.facebook.com/RexCinemaBundanoon

For booking see https://www.trybooking.com/ or tickets available on the night – cash and card