This Sundance Audience Award-winner tells the story of a 15-year-old North Macedonian boy who finds refuge in dance music and first love. A charming, funny and uplifting, coming-of-age tale about finding your place in a world where tradition and modernity collide.
Like many 15-year-old boys Ahmet dreams of something more. Living in a remote village in North Macedonia, he must tend the family’s sheep while his father seeks treatment for his five-year-old brother, Naim, who hasn’t spoken since their mother’s death. When this music-loving teen stumbles upon a forest rave – and his alluring neighbour, Aya, with her own dreams of escape – his world opens up.
The debut feature from US-born, Macedonian-raised director Georgi M Unkovski, radiates with an infectious energy, propelled by the performances of local actor Arif Jakup as Ahmet and the expressive young Agush Agushev as Naim. Thoughtfully showcasing the contrast between the expectations of tradition and the temptations of the internet – not least through its memorable soundtrack – DJ Ahmet is an authentic, jubilant film about the liberating power of art and being yourself.
Getting Here and Getting In:
Parking at UWA is free after 5pm. We recommend car parks 1 and 5: check this map.
Allow time for parking: UWA hosts many events and sometimes it takes a little longer to find a space.
Doors open at 6pm. In 2026 the box office will be cashless.
Food and Drink
The pay-bar offers wines, beers, soft and hot drinks, along with chips, chocolate and, importantly, ice creams!
The Somerville Auditorium is also a BYO venue: bring your own picnic and favourite tipple.
We have many picnic tables and grassed areas.
Pre-ordering your gourmet pizza is crucial: order here.
Enjoying your film
The film starts at 8pm until 1 March 2026. From 2 March 2026 the film starts at 7.30pm.
Cushions courtesy of Lotterywest are available.
Seats are not assigned: on your arrival you can reserve a seat with a rug or cushion. Please don't leave single seat gaps.
We have plenty of seating, please do not bring your own.
There are four locations suitable for wheelchair users - please speak to a staff member on your arrival.
Nights can soemtimes be cool, so please rug up.
We treat the Auditorium for mosquitoes, but still bring your preferred mozzie spray.
Lost Property
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