Smokescreen | The Fifth Element

Taking place at in the Drama Room at the WPCC, Smokescreen brings Dubbo residents the opportunity to witness iconic and influential films from the history of cinema.

The theme for 2025 'The Unexpected'.

Each film takes a familiar characterisation, scene or trope from the science fiction universe and diverts expectations. From ground-breaking new ideas in portraying space and time, to film settings and cinematography that redefined how audiences experienced a genre that is often only thought of as ‘those Star films’.

Tickets $10 or purchase a Season Pass and see all 11 films for $75. Tickets includes a 'Buy one, get one free' offer following the film at The Establishment Bar.

For more information: www.westernplainsculturalcentre.org/smokescreen

The Fifth Element (1997)

In the colourful future, a cab driver unwittingly becomes the central figure in the search for a legendary cosmic weapon to keep Evil and Mr. Zorg at bay.

Director: Luc Besson

Starring: Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman, Ian Holm, Chris Tucker and Milla Jovovich

Run Time: 2hr 6m

Classification: PG