Movie

Unacceptable

“A lifetime of sacrifice. A moment of pride.”

A drama based on a true story that spans decades, exploring themes of love, friendship, courage, and societal change. The story begins in 1981 with Ted, a frail elderly man, reflecting on his life as he celebrates a landmark legal ruling with his nephew Simon, Simon’s partner Mark, and his lifelong friend Catherine. Flashbacks reveal Ted’s youth in 1940s Melbourne, where he stood up against homophobia and violence, forming a complex bond with Catherine and Leo.

Screenplay

Damien Mulvany

Director

Joel Stephen Fleming

Director

Armin Džafić

Status

Released

Release date

17/01/2026

Original language

English