5km and 8pm

About This Movie

So, 5km and 8pm is this intimate exploration of queer romance set against the backdrop of Melbourne's strict lockdowns. The two women navigate their feelings within the confines of their limited world—5 kilometers is really not a lot when you're trying to make a connection. The pacing feels unhurried, which actually works in its favor, allowing moments of vulnerability to breathe. The performances are authentic, really capturing that mix of longing and uncertainty we all felt during that time. It's distinctive in how it uses the pandemic as a lens to examine love and isolation without really dwelling on the chaos outside. The practical effects, or lack thereof, with just the characters and their dialogue, make it all the more poignant.

Set during Melbourne's Covid-19 restrictionsFocuses on character-driven storytellingExplores themes of love, isolation, and longing