Collections & Preservation
Explore a universe of moving image material.
The ACMI Collection comprises a wide range of screen culture material including films, TV, videogames and commissioned works which have been acquired and catalogued since the 1940s.
Search the Collection
Discover decades of screen culture, all at your fingertips. Search films, TV, videogames and more.
Try our new experimental AI-powered tools: search for keywords inside our videos, and discover links between works.
Collections Access
We offer a range of FREE and paid services for accessing and borrowing materials not already available online.
Donate an item to the ACMI Collection
We accept donations of materials to the ACMI Collection, including Cultural Gifts, on a limited basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about accessing, borrowing and contributing to our Collection.
ACMI Collections on YouTube
Browse themed selections of weird and wonderful films and s historic moments in time.
Commissions
Explore a suite of commissioned artworks developed in partnership with philanthropic and cultural organisations.
The Blackmagic Design Media Preservation Lab
Dedicated to preserving Australia’s analogue past while ensuring its digital present is accessible for generations to come.
ACMI Collection Strategy 2024–2029
Discover how we preserve, share and expand screen culture. Explore our vision and approach today.
Explore digital and time based media artworks in our collection
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