The Melbourne Underground Film Festival (MUFF) is an independent cinema showcase that debuted in July 2000, celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025. Known for its radical, adventurous, and iconoclastic programming, MUFF supports diverse voices from independent, alternative, underground, and student filmmakers worldwide. The festival features Australian and international cinema, including short films, features, documentaries, and curated retrospectives. It has served as a launchpad for many filmmakers, including James Wan and Patrick Hughes.