MDFF26 Going Dry + Health Shorts
SESSION INTRODUCTION: Wednesday July 8, 5.50pm. Join the filmmakers live in-cinema for an introduction.
Leading alcohol-free advocate Andy Ramage guides moderate drinkers across the US, UK, and Canada through a 90-day break from alcohol in GOING DRY. The film uncovers hidden health risks including cancer links, exposes industry influence on public policy, and celebrates the rising sober-curious movement.
Health Shorts:
BLEEDING THE DEMON (37:51, Mat Love) — Mathew Love's transformation from addiction/trauma via "loaded" training and accountability.
THE STORY OF WHEAT (09:22, Arran Jones) — Sarah Wheat turns personal trauma into strength for her social work career.
FACTOR ZERO: DEFYING A BLEEDING DISORDER (19:52, Emilie Lowe) — Haemophiliac surfer Steve (and recently diagnosed daughter) pushes boundaries despite the genetic condition.
WHAT AM I LOOKING AT? IS IT SOMEONE’S NAVEL? (11:29, Thomas Athan) — Arthur unintentionally documents his family's unravelling while filming everyday life.
| Commences | Wednesday, 8 Jul 2026 |
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| Rating | E15+ |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Running Time | 168 |
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Session times for the new cinema week, commencing each Thursday, will be released the Tuesday afternoon prior





