YOUTH & EDUCATION PROGRAMME
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YOUTH & EDUCATION PROGRAMME
PRIMARY SCREENING IRISH & INTERNATIONAL SHORTS
POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY ENCOUNTERS AT THE END OF THE WORLD
BLACKROCK CASTLE OBSERVATORY
pg2-3
Screening and Exhibition : 10am each day
Monday Nov 7th pg4
Tuesday Nov 8th pg5
Wednesday Nov 9th pg6
Thursday Nov 10th pg7
IRISH & INTERNATIONAL SHORTS PRIMARY 10:30am POST PRIMARY
Selection of Irish and International Shorts films
Gate Cinema
THE FLYING MACHINE
(3D)
PRIMARY FEATURE 3D spectacular animated adventure Gate Cinema 11:00am
BALLYMUN LULLABY POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY Compelling and inspirational musical Gate Cinema 11:00am
THE ROAD FROM CALCUTTA POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY
Remarkable account of a journey to India by a group of post primary students.
Gate Cinema 11:00am
Friday
Nov 11th pg8
32A
POST PRIMARY FEATURE Thought provoking coming of age film. Gate Cinema 11:00am
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pg 2
Schools Screeenings CIT BLACKROCK 10am : Monday 7th - Friday 11th
CASTLE OBSERVATORY
StarDome, our portable plantetarium Discover Science Centre Certified DPSM workshops Cosmic Christmas FREE Open Night First Fridays at the Castle Movies by Moonlight, Sci-Fi and Stargazing BCO Labs, a working research observatory Out of this world birthday parties A chance for students to enjoy the full Blackrock Castle Observatory experience. Enjoy an exciting, carefully selected screening and explore the award winning interactive science exhibition in one of Cork’s most stimulating and educational locations Please contact Katherine: education@corkfilmfest.org Tel: 021 427 1711 for more information
CIT BLACKROCK CASTLE OBSERVATORY SHORTS PROGRAMME
pg 3
SCREENING AND EXHIBITION â‚Ź8
PRIMARY SCREENING CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory
10am
60 mins
This mixure of animated and live action shorts are carefully chosen for Primary School children. The programme is guarenteed to educate, engage and enchant a young audience. .
99 mins
POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY
CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory Werner Herzog/2007/10am
By Director Werner Herzog, a unique perspective on the South Pole profiling the Antarctic community of McMurdo Station, headquarters of the National Science Foundation. Whether offering a detailed study of the unique survival training regimen that newcomers to McMurdo are obligated to endure or pondering the majestic beauty of the landscape Herzog boldly offers viewers the opportunity to visit one of the most inaccessible and awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet.
ENCOUNTERS AT THE END OF THE WORLD
Programme Includes SHORT FILM COMMISSIONED FOR SCIENCE WEEK Featuring the Rubber Bandits
3
pg pg 4 4
MONDAY. 7th NOV
Gate Cinema
PRIMARY SHORTS 10:30am €4 | 80mins
POST PRIMARY SHORTS 11am €4 | 78mins
KATIES PLAY Ireland Dorothy O’Regan Coming of age story, set in Cork, based on a play within a play. Young Katie tries to interpret the adult world around while also dealing with the influences of peer pressures. She expresses her feelings through a play that she writes.
BARRY UK John Mitchell Touching film about a little girl and her relationship with her pet rabbit.
THE SHOW Australia Rebecca Hayez Follow the circus characters as they prepare for ‘The Show’
RAISE MY HANDS Ireland Frank Kelly A tribute to a man who stood against apartheid.
THE CHRISTMAS PIGGY Denmark Richard Stampe A sad little pig, being fatteed for Christmas gets the chance to escape...
LEITRONIUM Ireland Davis Quin Poet Mr Seamus Heaney investigates mysterious goings on in Co. Leitrim.
GIRL BLUE RUNNING SHOE Denmark Claire Leona Apps Following a young girl as she films her Dad training for the Great North Run.
WHERE WERE YOU Sweden Victor Lindgren The dreams and aspirations of teenage students
SMALL TALK UK Matt Grinter Eva’s father’s physiotherapist, Maggie, is set to walk out of their lives, Eva needs to stop her before it is too late.
LE GRAND JEU Belguim Sylvertre Sbille At a family wedding anniversary a newcomer decides to gives everyone a lottery ticket.....
LITTLE BROTHER UK Callum Cooper A teenage boy uses his hearing impairment to escape minding his wheelchair bound little brother.
I’M NEVER AFRAID The Netherlands Willem Baptist 8 Year old Mack has to perform on the motorcross track while danger looms.
Dodu the Cardboard Boy Portugal José Miguel Riberiro Dodu plays make belief inside a cardboard box, creating an extraordinary world. PAPA’S BOY Finland Leevi Lemmetry A young mouse dreams of being a dance.
THE NAUGHTY LIST USA Ben Michell Santa Claus tired and it’s up to his worker elf to kick him into gear.
ASAL Ireland Tom Sullivan Irish language short following a young boy’s need to rescue a donkey which has surprising results. THE MONK AND THE FLY Ireland Matthew Darragh A contented Monk relaxes under a shady Banyan tree on a peaceful summer’s day. What could possibly go wrong?
8th NOV TUESDAY 3D MOVIE 85 mins
POST PRIMARY FEATURE
Gate Cinema 11:00am €4 BreakThru Films Poland/China2011
THE FLYING MACHINE
A spectacular, fantastical 3D animated adventure, starring Heather Grahame, set upon a magical piano as it flies over Europe to reunite a girl with her toy-making father. Visually stunning, The Flying Machine combines stop-motion animation and live action accompanied by the sublime music of Frédéric Chopin. The film weaves imagination, magic and drama into a unique dual fairy tale. Produced to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Chopin’s birth, The Flying Machine is a multi-platform 3D extravaganza that celebrates the role of music in our lives. Chopin’s timeless composing and Lang Lang’s kinetic piano playing, The Flying Machine is a truly moving and entertaining experience. Academy Award® winning Hugh Welchman and famed pianist Lang Lang introduce Chopin to new audiences in this modern fairy tale.
pg 5
pg 6
WEDNESDAY 9th NOV BALLYMUN LULLABY
POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY
Gate Cinema 11:00am €4 Ireland/Frank Berry/2010
72 mins
Winner of the Directors Guild of America ‘Directors Finders’ Series 2011, Ballymun Lullaby is a compelling, inspirational documentary exploring the heart of a local community through music. Music teacher Ron Cooney has worked in Ireland’s only high-rise housing estate for 15 years. During this time he has seen the area undergo dramatic transformations. This film follows Ron and the young people of Ballymun as they work together to produce a collection of music that gives voice to their story. Working with composer Daragh O’Toole, Ron’s ambition is to create a ‘world class’ collection of music for his talented students to play and write lyrics for. This music will challenge the negative views many still hold of the area. The music produced was recorded by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra in a unique collaboration with the students. A dynamic funny and driven man, despite his own health problems, what Ron and his students have achieved is simply remarkable. Introduced By Composer Daragh O’Toole and Producer Joanne O’Hagan
Daragh O’Toole: A Dublin based composer with a broad interest in musical styles. Along with his soundtrack and concert work he has also written arrangements for acts such as U2 and Paddy Casey. Joanne O Hagan : Established PULP Productions in 2003, and is Managing Director and Producer. Ballymun Lullaby is PULP’s feature. Joanne is CEO of the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival.
GATE AD 40mm
10th NOV THURSDAY 75 mins
POST PRIMARY DOCUMENTARY
Gate Cinema 11:00am €4 Ireland/Ronan O’Leary/2010
THE ROAD FROM CALCUTTA
Seventeen teenage students from a Dublin school raise money and travel to West Bengal to build two schools in a monsoon area in a four week period. This film humorously shows from the students’ perspective what happens next, as they get to grips with the local Indian culture and interact with the local villagers. “The Road From Calcutta” is a joyous journey of discovery, told with wry humour and lots of music, as two cultures meet... Documenting the visually stunning, extraordinary story of the huge impact a small Dublin school can have in helping children in West Bengal. The remarkable account of the work in India by the John Scottus School. Introduction by Director Ronan O’ Leary
Ronan O’Leary began his career as a producer-director for PBS TV in Los Angeles. His film credits include the screenplay for Noel Pearson’s “Frankie Starlight” starring Gabriel Byrne and Matt Dillon, and “Driftwood” starring James Spader, which he also directed. His debut film “Riders To The Sea” starring Geraldine Page was the first of 6 films directed by Ronan that have premiered at the Cork Film Festival. Ronan has brought 25 years of experience and knowledge to this wonderful and inspiring documentary.
10mm
pg 7
pg 8 8
FRIDAY 11th NOV 32A
POST-PRIMARY FEATURE
Gate Cinema 11:00am €4 Ireland/Marian Quinn/2007
89 mins
Following the teenage obsessions of Maeve and her three friends, 32A is a bittersweet tale set in the “in-between” time of a girl’s life, when she is no longer a child and not yet a woman. 32A is a sensitive, thoughtful coming of age story of a 13-year old girl in 1979 Ireland. “The film’s raw emotion, honesty and intuitive use of humour combine to portray a must-see coming-of-age story. Maeve is the perfect combination of selfishness, nobility, charm and awkwardness.” Herald Record, Wisconsin “Refreshingly simple, a coming of age drama laced with easy charm and a touch of class.” Sunday Tribune 32A premiered at the Galway Film Fleadh, winning the Best First Feature Award. It won the inaugural Tiernan McBride Screenwriting Award, an IFTA for Cinematography and was selected for the Berlinale. 32A has toured to festivals worldwide from Seattle to Melboune, from Madrid to Mill Valley. Introduced by Writer/ Director Marian Quinn and Producer Tom Weir
Marion Quinn has had a prolific acting career on stage and screen in Chicago and New York. Marian wrote and directed 32A, her first feature. She has participated in many professional training courses including the prestigious Moonstone Filmmaker’s Lab and Screenwriter’s Lab, the Advanced Television Writing Course. Tom Weir has worked in the US and Ireland and has been involved with cultural productions since the seventies. Over the course of his career he has moved from visual art through design and theatre to film. Marian and Tom set up Janey Pictures together and have several projects in development.
Booking
Booking forms can be downloaded from our website: www.corkfilmfest.org/schools For booking and information please call or email Katherine O’Riordan, Education Officer Tel : 021 4271711 Fax : 021 4275945 education@corkfilmfest.org Extra screenings of any film can be arranged subject to demand.
Staff
Education Officer and Programmer : Katherine O’Riordan Design : www.roryoseven.com Festival Director : Michael Hannigan Festival Manager : Sean Kelly Festival Progammer : Una Feely Cover Image : The Flying Machine BreakThru Films
Thanks to : Theresa Murphy & Margaret Greene, Gate Cinema; Shirley O’Regan; Claire McSweeney & Dee Geaney, CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory; Niamh Leahy, EPA; Frank Berry, Joanne O Hagan & Daragh O’ Toole; Ronan O Leary; Marian Quinn & Tommy Weir, Janey Pictures; BreakThru Films; Pamela Friedman; Raelene Casey; Barbra Wyrwas, BreakThru Films