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The Penguin Lessons

The Penguin Lessons

The Penguin Lessons
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The Penguin Lessons

Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, this poignant dramedy from director Peter Cattaneo (Military Wives, The Full Monty) follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history. 

Country Of Origin: USA & Spain.

Director
Peter Cattaneo
Genre
Drama
Warnings

Coarse Language
Duration
112 Mins
Cast
Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Björn Gustafsson, Alfonsina Carrocio, and David Herrero
Tickets
Adults - $15.50

HOTA Member - $10
If you are purchasing at the Box Office you must present your HOTA Membership card in order to receive your discount.

Concession - $12
Includes Seniors/Pensioners/Students/
Children 3-15 years.

Discount Mondays and Tuesdays:
Adults $11
Concession $9.50
HOTA Member $9
Accessibility
[CC] Closed Captions are available for this film
HI - Hearing Impaired, listening assistive headsets are available for this film.
(Limited number of devices)

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#Movie Review Club

On the fourth Wednesday of each month, HOTA Cinema hosts a Movie Review Club. Meet like-minded people and discuss the selected film with a forum of academics. Simply see the listed film ahead of time and join us on the day for an interactive discussion. It’s FREE to join the club! 

Film to be reviewed: The Penguin Lessons
When: Wed 28 May 2025, 10.30am
Where: Theatre 2
Cost: Free!

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