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SUMMARY:Hispanic Film Club: Mamá cumple 100 años
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Central Library and the Instituto Cervantes of Manchester proudly present the Hispanic Film Club. Join us for this month’s film\, Mamá cumple 100 años. \nThe Manchester Central Library and Instituto Cervantes Manchester present the Hispanic Film Club\, a programme designed to celebrate the richness of Spanish-language cinema. This new series is dedicated to the acclaimed director Carlos Saura\, one of the most influential figures in Spanish film\, internationally recognised for his work exploring memory\, identity and the relationship between art and society through a deeply personal and innovative aesthetic. Throughout his career\, Saura received numerous awards and collaborated with renowned artists such as Geraldine Chaplin and Antonio Gades\, leaving an indelible mark on world cinema. \nThe first three screenings will feature Elisa\, vida mía (1977)\, Mamá cumple 100 años (1979) and Goya en Burdeos (1999)\, films that exemplify his ability to combine introspection\, history and art in unique narratives. We have chosen Saura because his cinema offers a profound reflection on Spanish history and culture\, perfectly aligned with the essence of the Hispanic Film Club: showcasing the diversity and depth of the Hispanic world through works that transcend borders. \nThis screening: Mamá cumple 100 años [Mama turns 100] (Carlos Saura\, 1979). \nSynopsis: Ana is alive and married with Antonio; they arrive in the manor in the countryside of Spain where she worked as a nanny many years ago\, for the centennial birthday of the matriarch. In their reunion\, she finds that Jose died three years ago; Juan left his wife Luchy; Fernando is still living with his mother and unsuccessfully trying to fly a hang glider; and the three little girls are grown-up. Further\, she discovers that the dysfunctional family is completely broken\, and Luchy in embezzling mother’s money. When Juan arrives for the celebration\, he plots with Fernando and Luchy to kill the mother to get the inheritance. Meanwhile\, Antonio has a brief affair with Natalia. \nSuitable for ages 16+ \nFree – booking required via Eventbrite or click ‘Book now’ below \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/hispanic-film-club-todo-sobre-mi-madre-all-about-my-mother/
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SUMMARY:Mystery International Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the latest edition of Manchester Central Library’s International Film Club’s Mystery Screening series. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is for individuals aged 15 and over. \nEvent Details: \n\nDoors open: 17:00\nIntroduction to the film: 17:20\nFilm starts: 17:30\nEntry: Pay what you can (recommended donation of £3)\nPopcorn: FREE!\nDrinks: Grab a coffee\, tea\, or soft drink from the fully stocked café!\n\nThe Mystery Film Clubs screenings at Manchester Central Library specialise in showing a wide and eclectic range of films from all over the world. These are the sorts of films unlikely to be seen anywhere else\, underseen and under-loved masterpieces from every single point of the globe. There’s no delineation by genre\, place or year\, all that matters is the quality of the film. \nThis month’s choices are: \nClearcut (1991\, Canada) \nA roaring cult classic of Canadian cinema\, a supernatural revenge thriller with big moral questions and furious anger as Polish director Ryszard Bugajski confronts the limits of liberal pacifism. With an incredible central performance from Graham that oscillates between trickster spirit and revolutionary spectre\, the viewer is forced to confront their own views of heroism and justice. \nLe Franc (1994\, Senegal) \nA man buys a lottery ticket and to protect it glues it to his wall\, when the ticket wins he finds he has to transport both the door and the ticket to claim his prize. This simple image is used to explore themes of global economic catastrophe. Conceived in response to the 1994 devaluation of the West African CFA franc\, the film transforms structural violence into slapstick surrealism. The protagonist is a spiritual successor to Chaplin’s The Tramp\, with all the tragedy and comedy that entails. \nElectra\, My Love (1974\, Hungary) \nExperience the unique cinematic stylings of Miklós Jancsó\, in a film with some of the most spellbinding staging and shots ever conceived. Epic Greek Tragedy on the Hungarian plains presented in its entirety through only twelve extended shots. Movement replaces montage: bodies\, horses\, flags\, and crowds swirl in ritualised patterns that mirror cycles of uprising and repression. A whirl of film as dance\, theatre and ritual.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/mystery-international-film-screening-6/
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CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Space-themed Day of Family Film Fun
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future star explorers to St Peter’s Square this Spring! \nAs the city keenly awaits the arrival of Planetarium Go! in Manchester this May\, Central Library is delighted to confirm some special intergalactic events for all the family. \nOn Saturday 9 May\, brace yourself for an afternoon of space hopping\, wacky experiments\, moon walking\, moon rock races\, and more! \nWhereas those jetting into the library the following weekend\, Saturday 16 May\, can expect a special space-age edition of Central Library’s legendary Family Film Club\, plus an afternoon of themed out-of-this-world activities. \nClustered around the Performance Space on the ground floor of Central Library\, all of these stellar events within the library will be completely FREE to attend. \nYou can see the full itinerary below – just drop in…. \nSaturday 16 May\, Performance Space 1-4pm\, FREE Activity Plan: \n\n1:30pm: Space-themed film screening starts\n1-4pm: Crafts\n\n*****\nPlanetarium Go! Manchester is an immersive pop-up planetarium experience that invites audiences of all ages to explore the wonders of the universe in a truly unique way. Inside a large spherical dome\, visitors are surrounded by a 360º screen that transforms astronomy and science films into an unforgettable journey through space. \nPopping-up in St Peter’s Square\, Manchester (just outside the Central Library) between 1-23 May\, tickets for all planetarium experiences can be purchased in advance here: Planetarium Go Manchester \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/space-themed-day-of-family-film-fun/
CATEGORIES:Culture,Film,Science
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SUMMARY:French Film Club: Vous Ne Désirez Que Moi
DESCRIPTION:The French Film Club is an invitation to discover the best of Francophone and French cinema. Screenings of exclusive French-language films (with English subtitles) take place once a month and are free and open to all. Join us and Alliance Française de Manchester for this month’s film\, Vouse Ne Désirez Que Moi\, by Claire Simon (2022\, 1h35) \nSynopsis: ‘The relationship between French writer Marguerite Duras and her last partner Yann Andréa\, who was 38 years her junior.’ \nThese free screenings are offered with the support of the Institut Français. Unless otherwise indicated\, all Alliance Française de Manchester cultural events are open and accessible to everyone. They are public events and under 18s remain the responsibility of their parent/guardian at all times. Please be aware that films may not have a UK age classification. \nFilm in French with English subtitles. Recommended age rating for this film is 15+. \nFree – booking required via Alliance Française website or click ‘Book now’ below. \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/french-film-club-les-malheurs-de-sophie/
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