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The next documentary in artist-filmmaker Margy Kinmonth’s trilogy exploring how artists depict war following Eric Ravilious – Drawn To War.
War Paint – Women At War shines a light on the trailblazing role of women war artists, on the front lines round the world, championing the female perspective on conflict through art and asking: when it's life or death, what do women see that men don't?
Artists featured include Dame Rachel Whiteread, Zhanna Kadyrova, Maggi Hambling, Assil Diab, Dame Laura Knight, Marcelle Hanselaar, Cornelia Parker, Maya Lin, Shirin Neshat and Lee Miller. An entirely female cast of contributors makes this film a unique undertaking – telling vital truths in turbulent times.
Back by Popular Demand From director Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front) Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of The Church.
Part of The Queer Art of Film season at the Robert Burns Centre. The People's Joker is screening on Sunday 4 May.
Shining a light on the gay subcultures of the 1960s Tokyo underground, Toshio Matsumoto’s pop-art masterpiece Funeral Parade of Roses did what few films of the international new wave era ever did: put queer experience front and centre.
Featuring an introduction by Dr Connor McMorran. Connor McMorran holds a PhD in film theory from the University of St Andrews, and has written or spoken on horror films, East Asian cinema, and various critical and philosophical frameworks and histories. They currently focus on queer film history and theory, and work as part of the team behind the St Andrews Film Festival (SAFF).
Supported by Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network, and funded by Screen Scotland and National Lottery funding from the BFI.
Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.
In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Burton (then Jenkins) lives as a wayward schoolboy... However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (Toby Jones).
Set in the heart of the Jura, a rural region known for its dairy cows, agricultural festivals, and delicate Comté cheese – and where Totone spends his youth, mainly just hanging out with his friends. But after his father’s tragic accident, Totone will have to stand on his own two feet and support himself and his little sister. To this end, he decides to make the most delicate cheese and to hold his own against tough local competition.
“A coming-of-age tale that reeks of dung, grilled sausages, sweat and diesel oil.” – Screen International
“Courvoisier delivers such mature work that it’s astonishing to think that this is her feature debut.” – Loud and Clear Reviews
“A passionate new voice in French cinema” – Next Best Picture
A man returns to the idyllic beach of his childhood to surf with his son, but is humiliated by a group of powerful locals and drawn into a conflict that rises with the punishing heat of the summer and pushes him right to his breaking point.
Trailer link - https://youtu.be/JZbOUqRaLI8
The feature length documentary will examine how the truth about the Gaza genocide is being censored in the mainstream and social media, in education and entertainment and how — in the most terrifying way — terrorism law is being used to silence dissent.
The film features interviews with prominent figures such as comedian Alexei Sayle and acclaimed filmmaker Ken Loach, offering unique perspectives on how the media in Britain and Ireland are failing to report the truth in regards to the Gaza genocide.
There will be a panel discussion after the film. Shown in conjunction with Dumfries Palestine Solidarity Campaign.
Part of The Queer Art of Film season at the Robert Burns Centre. With an introduction by Dr Connor McMorran and a chance to discuss the film afterwards in an informal setting. Free tea and coffee will be supplied by the RBC. Funeral Parade of Roses is screening on Sunday 20 April.
In the absurdist autobiographically-inspired dark comedy that boldly reimagines the Joker’s origin, a painfully unfunny aspiring clown (Vera Drew as Joker the Harlequin) grapples with her gender identity while unsuccessfully attempting to join the ranks of Gotham City’s sole comedy program in a world where comedy has been outlawed.
Featuring an introduction by Dr Connor McMorran. Connor McMorran holds a PhD in film theory from the University of St Andrews, and has written or spoken on horror films, East Asian cinema, and various critical and philosophical frameworks and histories. They currently focus on queer film history and theory, and work as part of the team behind the St Andrews Film Festival (SAFF).
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Slade in Flame, a gritty rather than glam classic, the film will be back on the big screen from 2 May 2025, newly remastered and released in cinemas in the UK and Ireland by BFI Distribution.
Acclaimed as a stone-cold bona-fide cult classic over subsequent decades, and boasting a razor-sharp screenplay, superb performances and the power-packed foot-stomping soundtrack, Slade in Flame has been newly remastered by the BFI from the best available 35mm materials for its cinema release.
Set in 1972 New York, this documentary explores John and Yoko's world amid a turbulent era. Centred on the One to One charity concert for special needs children, it features unseen archives, home movies, and restored footage.
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