BBC FIRST BRITISH FILM FESTIVAL 2015
The BBC First British Film Festival 2015 presents a sneak peek at some of the best films British cinema has to offer. The program consists of 21 feature films, of which an incredible 18 are Australian premieres, and 10 classic British films which can also be enjoyed on the big screen.
“This is actually the 3rd British Film Festival, but it’s the first sponsored by BBC,” explained Festival director Kim Petalas. “Australians should be interested in this film festival – we understand British cinema. Australia is similar in culture to the British and we identify to them.”
45 Years is a performance driven film which should appeal to lovers of fine cinema. “This is the story of a couple who have been married for 45 years. Set in a seven day period, there’s a life-changing twist in the relationship,” said Kim.
“This year’s festival gives lovers of British Cinema a great opportunity to see a rich, diverse program and to embrace the energy of contemporary British film making, at the same time warmly reflecting on the rich history of British cinema with our Love Actually – A Century of British Romance retrospective,” concluded Petalas. (MMo)
KIM PETALAS’S TOP 3 PICKS
Youth – This beautiful film from Paolo Sorrentino (director of The Great Beauty) is complemented by brilliant performances, notably from iconic British actor Michael Caine. Thought-provoking and stylish.
Brooklyn – The deeply-moving and exquisitely filmed story of a young lady’s immigration from Ireland to New York should resonate with Australian audiences owing to our multi-cultural history.
Suffragette – This drama details the early feminist movement in the fight for the right to vote in Britain. An intense and important film which boasts a stellar cast including Cary Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter and Meryl Streep.
Oct 27-Nov 18. Palace Norton Street Leichardt & Palace Verona Paddington. $19.50 (single sessions) – $280 (20 film pass). Tickets & info: britishfilmfestival.com.au
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