Imagine
“For us, by us.”
Synopsis
Like many teens, Kim, a non binary fifteen year old, is overwhelmed by digital noise, constantly called back to bouts of scrolling by the pings of their phone – until a claw rips through their bedroom and drags them off to a kaleidoscopic otherworld. There, a sardonic alien dog called Jeff sets Kim on a cryptic quest for freedom: to travel to five islands over the course of 24 hours. Guided by Aboriginal Elders and crossing surreal, symbolic realms – a sentient library, a battlefield of ideologies and an ocean of memories – Kim confronts their fears and addictions. From rune-wielding Viking chefs to fascist pirates and a cyborg shaman, each encounter unveils deeper truths about nature, time and spirit.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Waangenga Blanco
Water Ancestral Spirit (voice)
Radical Son
Buddha (voice)
Wayne Blair
Rainbow Serpent (voice)
Yael Stone
Star (voice)
Stephani Beck
Rune Hjarnø Rasmussen
Rune (voice)
Jake Speer
Yolande Brown
Dane Simpson
Flea 1 (voice)
Irmin Durand
Tai Hara
Flea 2 (voice)
Tyson Yunkaporta
Jeff (voice)
Ian Thorpe
Thorpe-Flea-Do (voice)
Taika Waititi
Zombie Taika (voice)
Carol Sandford
Rainbow Butterfly (voice)
Adah Parris
Adah the Cyborg Shaman (voice)
Melanie Goodchild
Librarian Robot VO 2 (voice)
Fritjof Capra
Librarian Robot VO 1 (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tyson Yunkaporta, Jack Manning Bancroft
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Manning Bancroft
- Original Score
- Kane Almanci
- Original Title
- Imagine
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tyson Yunkaporta, Jack Manning Bancroft
Jack Manning Bancroft
Kane Almanci
Matt Barker
Leia Alex, Mark Grentell, Anne Robinson, Jack Manning Bancroft
Department Leadership Roster
Leia Alex
Producer
Mark Grentell
Producer
Anne Robinson
Producer
Jack Manning Bancroft
Producer
Jack Manning Bancroft
Writer
Kane Almanci
Original Music Composer
Matt Barker
Editor
Tyson Yunkaporta
Director
Jack Manning Bancroft
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Imagine.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Imagine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Imagine about?
Like many teens, Kim, a non binary fifteen year old, is overwhelmed by digital noise, constantly called back to bouts of scrolling by the pings of their phone – until a claw rips through their bedroom and drags them off to a kaleidoscopic otherworld. There, a sardonic alien dog called Jeff sets Kim on a cryptic quest for freedom: to travel to five islands over the course of 24 hours. Guided by Aboriginal Elders and crossing surreal, symbolic realms – a sentient library, a battlefield of ideologies and an ocean of memories – Kim confronts their fears and addictions. From rune-wielding Viking chefs to fascist pirates and a cyborg shaman, each encounter unveils deeper truths about nature, time and spirit.
Who directed Imagine?
Imagine was directed by Tyson Yunkaporta, Jack Manning Bancroft.
Who stars in Imagine?
The principal cast of Imagine includes Waangenga Blanco, Radical Son, Wayne Blair, Yael Stone, Stephani Beck.
When was Imagine released and how long is it?
Imagine was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Imagine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Imagine was composed by Kane Almanci.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Imagine?
Imagine holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.).