03/09/2026
JIMPA is an uplifting multi-generational family story. Filmmaker Hannah (Olivia Colman) takes her trans nonbinary teenager Frances (Aud Mason-Hyde) to Amsterdam, to visit their gay grandfather –lovingly known as “Jimpa” (John Lithgow). But Frances’ desire to stay with Jimpa for a year abroad means Hannah is forced to reconsider her beliefs about parenting and finally confront old stories about the past.
Grandfather Jim faces the challenges of being an ageing man while belonging to a generation of gay men that never expected to age; teenager Frances is confronted with the disappointment of their heroes failing to live up to their ideals.
Funny, accessible, full of sadness and joy, and with a wonderful multi-generational cast, JIMPA is a celebration of LGBTIQA culture.
Hon Dr Katrina Stratton MLC will launch of the third GRAI book
Our Voices have changed the world: more stories from older LGBTI people AND the new GRAI Rainbow Visiting program
Saturday 19th September 2.30-5.30
State Library Theatre 25 Francis street Perth
Film screens 3-5pm
Tickets general $15 and concession at $7:50. plus free copy of the book
