Rubber's Lover Ticket (Adelaide)
Rubber's Lover (Adelaide)
STRICTLY LIMITED TICKETS
Saturday July 18th 2026, 7.30 PM - The Mercury Cinema, 13 Morphett St, Adelaide. 18+ event. Incudes film talks featuring Q&A with New Wave Video's John Matthews.
You will not receive a physical ticket but will be added to a door list so please include the ticket holder's name with your purchase & bring ID. Please arrive early - strict start time, arrive early from 7pm & enjoy a drink at the Mercury's bar.
Seance Records, Screen Crash & New Wave Video Films present an exclusive screening
Rubber's Lover
New Restoration from the original negatives
The late Shozin Fukui's mind-bending 1996 film is an uncompromising cyberpunk nightmare, drenched in industrial horror and psychedelic visions. In the vein of Shin'ya Tsukamoto's 'Tetsuo: The Iron Man' (1989) the film is the product of Japan's hyper-active pop culture which melds into the horrific, bizarre and extreme. Cocieved within the sub-culture of industrial music, noise and performance art the movie is accompanied by a pulsating industrial noise soundtrack by Tanizaki Tetora. It also boasts plenty of gore with make-up special effects by Yoshihiro Nishimura (Tokyo Gore Police). 'Rubber's Lover' is a sensory overload that must be seen in the cinema for a complete experience!
"Rogue scientists conduct sadistic experiments, pushing the boundaries of sensory overload and drug-induced psychic abilities, leading to madness and destruction. From the visionary mind of Shozin Fukui (964 Pinocchio), 'Rubber’s Lover' transports viewers into a world of tech, sensory overload, and mind-melting paranoia. This brutal fusion of body horror and high-concept sci-fi is shot in stark black and white, creating a raw and visceral look that fans of the cyberpunk genre won’t want to miss!"
New Wave Video presents this new restoration of the film from the original negatives, and the blu ray debut of 'Rubber's Lover'. There will be a discussion / Q&A with New Wave Video's John Matthews before the screening. This will be hosted by writer Suzanne Boleyn who contributed an original video essay 'Technological Oblivion & Transcendence' to the blu ray release. New Wave will also have 'Rubber's Lover' and a range of blu ray releases available to purchase on the night.
IMPORTANT: Please note this is a strictly 18+ event and by purchasing a ticket you agree that you are over 18 years old. This film may contain strobing effects, loud noises, violence, gore & scenes of simulated sexual assault so may not be suitable for all viewers. Please use your discretion. Film talks to discuss the contextual meaning of the film will be hosted on the night.
Poster Art by Eroding Designs
Getting to the Mercury Cinema : 13 Morphett St, Adelaide.
Parking:
Free Parking
There are limited free parking spaces in front of The Mercury, along with one un-timed disabled parking space.
Wilsons Parking
500m from The Mercury, located on Hindley Street, Wilsons Parking City West offers $6 evening parking via their website.
UPark Light Square
A 5-minute walk from The Mercury is UPark on Light Square which also offers a range of paid parking options, including evening parking for $8. Website
Public Transport
Bus
Bus Stops X1 North Terrance and C1 Morphett Street are both located a less than 5-minute walk from the venue and service over 11 routes.
Tram
The City West Tram Stop is just 200m from The Mercury’s door.
Train
Adelaide Station is a 10-minute walk to The Mercury and connects to most train routes.
Walking
The Mercury is only a 15-minute walk from Rundle Mall along North Terrace or Hindley Street, or a 20-minute walk from the Central Market.
There are also bike racks next to the cinema if you’re riding in to see us.
Accessibility
We want everyone to enjoy movies on the big screen and are more than happy to accommodate any accessibility needs.
Our cinema offers step-free access into the venue and main cinema, and an accessible bathroom. Wheelchair seating is at the front of the main cinema. There is a lift giving access to the first-floor production offices.
If there are any adjustments you need before your visit, please contact the Mercury Cinema.
