APRIL 2015
FORCE MAJEURE WHILE WE’RE YOUNG THE DARK HORSE A LITTLE CHAOS ST ETIENNE LIVE
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CONTENTS
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DIARY Access Film Club: The Black Balloon
20 27
Annie BAFTA Shorts 2015 Blade Runner: The Final Cut
19
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Blind
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Bypass
27
Chicken Run Cobain: Montage of Heck The Dark Horse Dr Jekyll et les Femmes Empire Records
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18 22 13
The Falling Fantastic Planet Far from the Madding Crowd Force Majeure Frozen Sing-a-long Gente de bien
27 14 10
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12 27
Hop
11
It Follows
12
Jauja
12
A Little Chaos
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Lost River Monty Python’s Life of Brian My Name Is Salt
18 14
Planetary
19
A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence
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Steel Upon the Sward: The Films of Murray Grigor
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The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
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The Thursday People Visible Cinema: Selma Warsaw Uprising What’s Eating Gilbert Grape While We’re Young Whisky Galore!
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Bolshoi: Ivan the Terrible Glyndebourne: Die Entführung Glyndebourne: Ravel Double Bill Glyndebourne: The Rape of Lucretia
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NT Live: Everyman
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NT Live: Hamlet
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NT Live: The Hard Problem
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NT Live: Man and Superman
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RSC: Henry V
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RSC: The Merchant of Venice
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RSC: Othello
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SOUND & VISION
21-22
Empire Records
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Field Music Live: Drifters
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My Secret World: The Story of Sarah Records
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St Etienne Live: How We Used to Live
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TECHNICOLOR DREAMS
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All That Heaven Allows
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Easter Parade
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The Man from Laramie
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The Red Shoes
15
GFT REGULARS Film Discussion Group
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Crossing the Line
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Glasgore! Horror/Cult Film Discussion Group
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GFT Film Quiz
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Psychotronic Cinema
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Take 2: Free Saturday Films for Families
27
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Take 2 Access: Autism-friendly Screenings
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Wild Tales
EVENT CINEMA
USEFUL INFORMATION
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Tuesday Treats
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DIARY
FRI 3 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 13.50 5 / 16.00 5 17.50 / 20.45 Blade Runner p8 18.10 The Dark Horse p9 15.00 5 / 20.00 Blind p9 12.50 5 / 17.40 Wild Tales p8 12.30 5 / 15.10 5 / 20.15 Monty Python’s Life of Brian p18 23.00
SAT 4 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 16.00 / 17.50 / 20.45 Blade Runner p8 18.10 The Dark Horse p9 12.50 / 17.40 Blind p9 15.30 / 20.30 Wild Tales p8 15.10 / 20.15 Frozen Sing-a-long p7 13.40 Take 2: Hop p27 11.30 5 Take 2 Access: Hop p27 12.30 5
SUN 5 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 13.00 / 17.20 Blade Runner p8 14.50 / 19.30 The Dark Horse p9 14.00 / 19.00 Blind p9 16.40 Wild Tales p8 17.40 Frozen Sing-a-long p7 12.20 Easter Parade p15 15.15 Crossing the Line: The Thursday People p17 20.15
MON 6 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 13.50 / 16.00 / 17.50 / 20.45 Blade Runner p8 18.10 The Dark Horse p9 12.50 / 17.40 Blind p9 15.30 / 20.30
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Wild Tales p8 12.30 / 15.10 / 20.15
TUE 7 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 13.40 / 15.50 / 18.00 / 20.45 Blade Runner p8 20.10 The Dark Horse p9 15.00 / 20.00 5 Blind p9 12.50 / 17.50 Wild Tales p8 12.30 / 15.10 / 18.10
WED 8 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 16.00 / 17.50 / 20.45 Blade Runner p8 13.30 / 18.10 The Dark Horse p9 12.50 / 17.40 Blind p9 15.30 / 20.30 Wild Tales p8 12.30 / 15.10 / 20.15 Film Discussion Group p26 18.30
THU 9 APRIL
While We’re Young p8 13.40 / 15.50 / 18.00 Blade Runner p8 20.10 The Dark Horse p9 15.00 Blind p9 12.50 Wild Tales p8 12.30 / 15.05 / 20.25 BAFTA Shorts 2015 p19 17.40 Lost River + Q&A p9 19.15
FRI 10 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 15.00 5 / 17.45 / 20.20 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.30 5 / 17.15 / 20.00 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 12.30 5 / 17.30 While We’re Young p8 15.20 5 / 20.30
SAT 11 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 15.10 / 17.45 / 20.20 Frozen Sing-a-long p7 12.40 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.30 / 17.15 / 20.00
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The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 14.40 / 19.40 While We’re Young p8 12.15 / 17.30 Take 2: Chicken Run p27 11.30 5
SUN 12 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 16.00 / 19.15 Frozen Sing-a-long p7 13.15 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 13.30 / 19.00 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 16.15 While We’re Young p8 19.30 The Red Shoes p15 13.00 Whisky Galore! p19 16.30
MON 13 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 12.20 / 15.00 / 17.45 / 20.20 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.45 / 18.00 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 12.30 / 17.30 While We’re Young p8 15.20 / 20.30 Warsaw Uprising p11 20.45
TUE 14 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 12.20 / 15.00 / 17.45 / 20.20 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.15 / 20.00 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 14.40 / 17.00 5 While We’re Young p8 12.30 / 17.30 Access Film Club: The Black Balloon p20 19.40 5
WED 15 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 12.20 / 15.00 / 17.45 / 20.20 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.30 / 17.15 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 12.30 / 17.30 While We’re Young p8 15.20 / 20.30 It Follows p11 20.00
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Film Discussion Group p26 18.30
THU 16 APRIL
Force Majeure p10 12.20 / 15.00 / 17.30 Cobain: Montage of Heck p10 14.30 / 20.00 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya p10 14.40 / 19.50 While We’re Young p8 12.30 / 17.40 NT Live: The Hard Problem p24 18.45
FRI 17 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 15.00 5 / 17.30 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 16.20 5 / 20.45 Jauja p12 14.00 5 / 18.20 Force Majeure p10 12.45 5 / 15.20 5 / 17.45 / 20.20 Empire Records p22 23.00
SAT 18 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 15.00 / 17.30 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 14.00 / 18.30 Jauja p12 16.00 / 20.30 Force Majeure p10 12.45 / 15.15 / 17.45 / 20.20 Take 2: Fantastic Planet p27 11.30 5
SUN 19 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 16.30 / 19.00 Gente de bien p12 15.20 / 19.45 Jauja p12 12.45 / 17.20 Force Majeure p10 19.15 Bolshoi: Ivan the Terrible p23 16.00
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape p20 13.00 5 All That Heaven Allows p16 14.15
MON 20 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 15.00 / 17.30 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 14.00 / 18.30
Jauja p12 16.00 / 20.30 Force Majeure p10 14.45 / 17.45 Dr Jekyll et les Femmes p18 20.20
TUE 21 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 15.00 / 17.30 5 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 16.20 / 20.45 Jauja p12 14.00 / 18.20 Force Majeure p10 14.45 / 17.45 / 20.20
WED 22 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 15.00 / 17.30 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 13.30 Jauja p12 15.30 / 20.45 Force Majeure p10 14.45 / 20.20 Planetary p19 18.15 Visible Cinema: Selma p20 A 18.00
THU 23 APRIL
A Little Chaos p12 12.30 / 15.00 / 17.30 / 20.00 Gente de bien p12 16.20 / 20.45 Jauja p12 14.00 / 18.20 Force Majeure p10 12.45 / 15.15 / 17.45 / 20.20
FRI 24 APRIL
The Falling p13 13.45 5 / 16.00 5 / 18.15 / 20.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 13.30 5 / 15.45 5 / 18.00 / 20.15 Bypass p13 15.30 5 / 20.40 A Little Chaos p12 13.00 5 / 17.45
SAT 25 APRIL
The Falling p13 15.30 / 18.15 / 20.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 13.30 / 15.45 / 18.00 / 20.15 Bypass p13 13.00 / 17.45 A Little Chaos p12 15.15 / 20.00 Take 2: Annie p27 A 11.30 5
SUN 26 APRIL
The Falling p13 17.15 / 19.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 15.15 / 17.30 Bypass p13 17.00 A Little Chaos p12 14.30 / 19.15 The Man from Laramie p16 15.00 Sound & Vision: My Secret World p21 19.45
MON 27 APRIL
The Falling p13 13.00 / 18.15 / 20.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 12.45 / 18.00 / 20.15 A Little Chaos p12 12.30 / 19.30
TUE 28 APRIL
The Falling p13 13.45 / 16.00 / 17.45 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 13.30 / 15.45 / 20.15 My Name Is Salt p14 15.30 A Little Chaos p12 13.00 / 20.00 Far from the Madding Crowd p14 19.15 5 GFT Film Quiz p26 20.45
WED 29 APRIL
The Falling p13 15.30 / 18.15 / 20.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 13.30 / 15.45 / 18.00 / 20.15 My Name Is Salt p14 20.45 A Little Chaos p12 13.00 / 17.45 Far from the Madding Crowd p14 14.45
THU 30 APRIL
The Falling p13 13.45 / 16.00 / 18.15 / 20.30 A Pigeon Sat on a Branch... p13 13.30 / 15.45 / 18.00 / 20.15 My Name Is Salt p14 17.45 A Little Chaos p12 12.30 / 15.00 / 20.00
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EASTER TREATS
Frozen Sing-a-long
Sat 4 (13.40), Sun 5 (12.20), Sat 11 (12.40), Sun 12 (13.15) April Fearless adventurer Anna enlists the help of thrill-seeking Kristoff, loyal reindeer Sven, and hapless snowman Olaf to find her sister Elsa, who has unintentionally trapped the kingdom in eternal winter using her icy powers. Sing along with Anna and friends as they go on an epic journey and battle the elements in a bid to save their land. Director Jennifer Lee, Chris Buck Cast Kristen Bell, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel, USA 2013, 1h45m, PG
Easter Parade Sunday 5 April (15.15)
Fred Astaire and Judy Garland starred together for the only time in this joyous, Oscar-winning period musical filmed with all the vivid colour and effortless artistry you would expect from MGM at its peak. Sensational song and dance numbers are accompanied by an Irving Berlin score that includes Shakin’ the Blues Away, the irresistible title track and many others. If It’s a Wonderful Life is the ultimate Christmas classic then this is the perfect treat for the season of bonnets and bunnies. Screening as part of Technicolor Dreams – see page 15. Director Charles Walters Cast Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Ann Miller, USA 1948, 1h39m U
Hop
Saturday 4 April (11.30) Determined not to take over his father’s role as the Easter bunny, E.B. heads to Hollywood to find fame as a drummer. Here, he is taken in by Fred, who accidentally hits E.B with his car and the pair must work together to save Easter. Director Tim Hill Cast Russell Brand, James Marsden, Elizabeth Perkins, USA 2011, 1h35m, U
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While We’re Young Friday 3 - Thursday 16 April
This new film from Frances Ha director Noah Baumbach is a bittersweet and hilarious cautionary tale about growing older unwillingly. Josh and Cornelia (Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts) have reached the age where their backs are starting to hurt and their once young friends are starting to settle down with children. Everything changes when they meet twenty-something hipsters Jamie and Darby (Adam Driver and Amanda Seyfried), and welcome a second chance to be young at heart. A breezy comedy that deepens and darkens into something more profound, featuring stellar performances from the ensemble cast. GFF15 Director Noah Baumbach Cast Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, Adam Driver, USA 2014, 1h34m, 15. Selected screenings will be captioned – see page 30 for details.
Wild Tales
Screening until Thu 9 April Damían Szifrón’s zesty black comedy weaves together six short tales of individuals on the verge of a complete meltdown. Frustrated by petty bureaucracy, incensed by a cheating husband, emboldened by extreme road rage or sickened by a desperately unfair society, various individuals decide to exact their revenge in the most public, aggressive and satisfying way possible. A comic compendium that has struck a chord with audiences around the world, this is also a stinging assault on the corrupt soul of a country in crisis. GFF15 Director Damían Szifrón Cast Ricardo Darín, Oscar Martínez, Rita Cortese, Argentina/Spain 2014, 2h2m, subtitles, 15
Blade Runner: The Final Cut Friday 3 - Thursday 9 April
Adapted from Philip K Dick’s novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, Scott’s masterpiece has gripped audiences and inspired passionate and fierce debate. Harrison Ford is exemplary as world-weary detective Rick Deckard, who is on a mission to hunt down intelligent but murderous replicants in a neon-lit, rain-spattered future Los Angeles. Cited by many as one of the greatest sci-fi films of all time, this is the definitive version of Blade Runner, that simply must be seen on the big screen. Director Ridley Scott Cast Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, USA/Hong Kong/UK 1982/2007, 1h57m, some subtitles, 15
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The Dark Horse
Friday 3 - Thursday 9 April The true story of Genesis ‘Gen’ Potini; a charismatic chess champion who struggled with severe bipolar disorder. Cliff Curtis (Once Were Warriors) gives the performance of his career as the corpulent, fragile Gen who gets his life back on track by agreeing to coach Eastern Knights, a chess club for at-risk youth. He brings his nephew Mana (James Rolleston) to the group, opening the teenager’s eyes to a world beyond the macho gang culture that has defined his father’s life. The battle for Mana’s future has profound consequences for everyone. Watch our GFF Q&A with Cliff Curtis at bit.ly/GFT-cliff GFF15 Director James Napier Robertson Cast Cliff Curtis, James Rolleston, Kirk Torrance, New Zealand 2014, 2h4m, CTBC
Blind
Friday 3 - Thursday 9 April An outstanding debut feature from writer/director Eskil Vogt, Blind tackles powerful themes with a light, playful touch. When former teacher Ingrid loses her sight she becomes confined to her apartment. However, she loses none of her wit or imagination and spends her days writing fictional flights of fancy reflecting her repressed desires, her anxieties, the lives of her neighbours and even her husband. The increasingly blurred lines between fact and fiction sparks wry reflections on creativity as a means of escape, catharsis and seeing the world more clearly. GFF15 Director Eskil Vogt Cast Ellen Dorrit Petersen, Henrik Rafaelsen, Vera Vitali, Norway 2014, 1h36m, subtitles, CTBC
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Lost River with Ryan Gosling Satellite Q&A Thursday 9 April (19.15)
The directorial debut from Ryan Gosling, Lost River is a dark and twisted neo-noir fairy tale and a mesmerising story of love, loss and family. Set in the virtually abandoned city of Lost River, the fable focuses on Billy (Christina Hendricks), a single mother of two who must venture into the macabre world that exists just below the surface in order to save her childhood home. A bold and striking debut that marks Gosling as a directorial talent to follow. Following the screening there will be a live satellite Q&A with Ryan Gosling. Director Ryan Gosling Cast Christina Hendricks, Saoirse Ronan, Eva Mendes, USA 2014, 1h33m, 15
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Force Majeure
Friday 10 - Thursday 23 April A seemingly blissful and carefree family vacation is rocked by a split-second decision that has reverberations throughout the couple’s relationship. An ordinary lunch becomes fraught with terror as an avalanche heads inexorably towards a mountaintop restaurant. The father runs whilst his wife and children stay behind to fend for themselves. It quickly becomes evident that the danger was a false alarm; however, this instinct for self-preservation is the spark for a scalpel-sharp examination of love, guilt and devotion that may be even more destructive than the avalanche. GFF15 Programme notes are available in the cinema and online at www.glasgowfilm.org Director Ruben Östlund Cast Johannes Bah Kuhnke, Lisa Loven Kongsli, Clara Wettergren Sweden/Norway/Denmark/France 2014, 1h58m, some subtitles, 15
Cobain: Montage of Heck Friday 10 - Thursday 16 April
‘The most holistic portrait of a rock icon ever created’ – NME 9/10 The first fully authorised documentary of the famed and tragic rock star, whose music changed not only the musical landscape of the 20th century, but who served as an icon for generations. Director Brett Morgen (The Kid Stays in the Picture) fuses never-before-seen home movies, animations and revelatory interviews with a wealth of music and art archives to present a unique portrait of the Nirvana frontman. Fans will learn new things about the man, whilst those who have only recently discovered Cobain will learn just what made him a lasting icon. Director Brett Morgen, USA 2015, 2h12m, 15
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya Friday 10 - Thursday 16 April
The latest film from the legendary and worldrenowned Studio Ghibli and Isao Takahata (director of Grave of the Fireflies) is an enchanting and gorgeous animation based on the 10th century folk story ‘The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter’. Eight years in the making, it tells the tale of an elderly bamboo cutter who one day finds a tiny girl in a glowing stalk of bamboo. Believing her to be divine, he takes her home to his wife and together they raise the child in their idyllic mountain home. One day the family move to the city and Kaguya is taught to live like a princess; however, she finds her new surroundings stifling and yearns to return to nature. Director Isao Takahata Cast Aki Asakura, Kengo Kora, Takeo Chii, Japan 2015, 2h17m, subtitles, U
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GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS
Warsaw Uprising Powstanie Warszawskie Monday 13 April (20.45)
Constructed entirely from documentary footage shot by six propaganda cameramen in 1944, Warsaw Uprising allows the viewer to become an eyewitness to history. Black and white images have been colourised and actors give voice to dialogue that has been compiled by lip-reading. The experiences of cameramen and an American airman are used to provide a narrative structure as we watch Poles huddled in air raid shelters, soldiers shaving, people dodging sniper fire and a no man’s land confab with a Nazi. The result feels as vivid and urgent as a news bulletin. GFF15 Director Jan Komasa, Poland 2014, 1h27m, subtitles, N/C 12+
It Follows
Wednesday 15 April (20.00) David Robert Mitchell makes a smart move into the territory of John Carpenter and David Cronenberg with a teen horror film in which the threat comes from a sexually transmitted phantom plague. It manifests itself as decaying, drooling apparitions that only the infected victim can see, and the only chance of survival is to pass it on to another sexual partner. Nineteen-year-old Jay (Maika Monroe) is the latest victim faced with impossible choices as she figures out how to stay alive and fight back. A horror film where the brains are in the script rather than splattered all over the screen. Winner of the Critics Choice Award at GFF15. Director David Robert Mitchell Cast Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, USA 2014, 1h47m, 15
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A Little Chaos
Friday 17 - Thursday 30 April It has been far too long since Alan Rickman directed a film but right-royal romp A Little Chaos has been worth the wait. Rickman stars as King Louis XIV, a monarch with a penchant for the lavish statement. He commissions architect André Le Nôtre (Matthias Schoenaerts) to design extravagant gardens for the Palace of Versailles. Sabine De Barra (Kate Winslet) is the surprise choice to make the plans a reality as she steps into a court full of intrigue, backstabbing and many who would love to see her fail. A witty, biting historical comedy with deliciously funny performances from Rickman and Stanley Tucci. Macaron anyone? Watch our GFF Q&A with Alan Rickman at bit.ly/GFT-rickman GFF15 Director Alan Rickman Cast Kate Winslet, Matthias Schoenaerts, Stanley Tucci, UK 2014, 1h56m, CTBC
Jauja
Friday 17 - Thursday 23 April There are echoes of The Searchers and Apocalypse Now in this epic journey into obsession starring co-producer Viggo Mortensen. Danish engineer Dinesen (Mortensen) is stationed with the Argentine army in a remote corner of Patagonia in the 1880s. When his teenage daughter elopes with a young soldier, Dinesen vows to track them down. His quest leads deeper into a dangerous, unsettling wilderness. Painterly and poetic, this haunting existential western was voted one of the ten best films of 2014 in the Sight & Sound critics’ poll. GFF15 Programme notes are available in the cinema and online at www.glasgowfilm.org Director Lisandro Alonso Cast Viggo Mortensen, Viilbjørk Malling Agger, Ghita Nørby, Argentina/USA/Netherlands 2014, 1h48m, subtitles, 15
Gente de bien
Friday 17 - Thursday 23 April Class remains the big divide around the world and is at the very heart of this witty, assured social drama. 10-year-old Eric (Brayan Santamarià) is packed off to Bogota and a new life with his impoverished handyman father Gabriel (Carlos Fernando Perez). Everything is a struggle until well-off Maria Isabel (Alejandra Borrero) takes them under her wing. Eric is given a taste of how the other half live but he feels more unhappy than ever and keen to rebel in the most outrageous ways. The road to class conflict is paved with good intentions in this funny, thought-provoking tale. GFF15 Director Franco Lolli Cast Brayan Santamarià, Carlos Fernando Perez, Alejandra Borrero, France/Colombia 2014, 1h26m, subtitles, CTBC
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A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence Friday 24 - Thursday 30 April
Winner of the Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival, Roy Andersson’s masterful reflection on the human condition unfolds in thirty nine meticulously composed tableaux vivants. One constant through this magical mystery tour of suffering, indulgence and melancholy is the pair of travelling salesmen Jonathan and Sam, who are spectacularly unsuccessful in their attempts to hawk novelty items and bring a little fun into people’s lives. Comparisons with Bergman and Fellini seem inevitable for a film that blends visual fantasy, deadpan comedy and existential angst into a statement on the struggle to be human. GFF15 Director Roy Andersson Cast Holger Andersson, Nils Westblom, Viktor Gyllenberg, Sweden/Norway/France/Germany 2014, 1h41m, subtitles, 12A: disturbing images
Bypass
The Falling
Friday 24 - Sunday 26 April
Friday 24 - Thursday 30 April
The second feature from writer/director Duane Hopkins (following his 2008 debut Better Things) is an eloquent, moving and stylised look at a young small-time criminal named Tim (Sunshine on Leith’s George McKay) pushed into adulthood when his older brother is sentenced to 18 months in prison. Attempting to balance a chaotic home life, a descent into nefarious criminal activity and the symptoms of an unknown illness, Tim’s sad downward spiral is expertly captured by Hopkins’ evocative direction. Director Duane Hopkins Cast George Mackay, Arabella Arnott, Chanel Cresswell, UK 2014, 1h45m, 15
Carol Morley’s follow up to Dreams of a Life is a feverish exploration of raging hormones and teenage angst set in a girls school in 1969. Generally ignored by her agoraphobic mother, Lydia (Maisie Williams from Game of Thrones) becomes infatuated with her charismatic friend Abbie. After events gradually push Lydia into the limelight, the school becomes filled with a sexual energy and hysteria that spreads like an infection. This film confirms Morley as one of Britain’s most distinctive and exciting filmmakers. Watch our GFF Q&A with Carol Morley at bit.ly/GFT-morley GFF15 Programme notes are available in the cinema and online at www.glasgowfilm.org Director Carol Morley Cast Maisie Williams, Maxine Peake, Monica Dolan, UK 2014, 1h42m, 15
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My Name Is Salt Tuesday 28 - Thursday 30 April
What might at first seem like a grim account of backbreaking labour is instead a transformative and striking representation of an astonishing and strange landscape. Every year many families travel to the deserts of Gujarat in India to manually extract salt from the earth, using painstaking techniques handed down from previous generations. Amongst these is Sanabhai, his wife Devuben and their two young children; a small family who director Farida Pacha and cinematographer Lutz Konermann follow over the eight-month season – resulting in a rhythmic, exquisite and captivating piece of cinema. Director Farida Pacha, Switzerland/India 2013, 1h32m, subtitles, U
Far from the Madding Crowd Tuesday 28 (19.15) & Wednesday 29 April (14.45)
John Schlesinger’s original 1967 adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s tale of passion and tragedy in 19th century rural England is as gripping and striking now as it was on first release. Julie Christie stars as Bathsheba Everdene, a proud beauty who inherits her uncle’s farm in the West Country. Screen stalwarts Alan Bates, Terence Stamp and Peter Finch play Bathsheba’s three potential suitors. With brilliant attention to period detail and striking cinematography from Nicolas Roeg, this film is essential viewing ahead of Thomas Vinterberg’s adaptation later this year. Director John Schlesinger Cast Julie Christie, Peter Finch, Alan Bates, UK 1967, 2h48m, U
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TECHNICOLOR DREAMS
It is 100 years since the Technicolor Motion Picture Corporation began developing the process that brought colour to the monochrome world of the movies. Years of improvements led to a Technicolor that scorched the screen with the richest reds, the deepest velvety greens, blazing yellows and the boldest blues. If classic films appear larger than life it is often because Technicolor gave them a vibrancy more thrilling than anything modern 3D can offer. This season features classic song and dance films, a landmark melodrama and a striking western that all highlight the way a little Technicolor magic enhanced the dramatic intensity and sheer joy of some of the world’s favourite films.
Easter Parade
Sunday 5 April (15.15) Fred Astaire and Judy Garland starred together for the only time in this joyous, Oscar-winning period musical filmed in vivid colour with effortless artistry. When his partner decides to go solo, Don Hewes (Astaire) vows he can turn anyone into a star, even unsophisticated little dancer Hannah Brown (Garland). Sensational song and dance numbers are accompanied by an Irving Berlin score that includes Shaikn’ the Blues Away, the irresistible title track and many others. If It’s a Wonderful Life is the ultimate Christmas classic then this is the perfect treat for Easter. Director Charles Walters Cast Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Ann Miller, USA 1948, 1h39m, U
The Red Shoes
Sunday 12 April (13.00) Jack Cardiff was the master of Technicolor cinematography, using the process the way a great painter deploys all the colours of a palette. Powell and Pressburger’s exquisite classic The Red Shoes is one of Cardiff’s most memorable achievements as he brings a rich depth of colour to enhance the feverish emotions in this swirl of music, movement and performance. Moira Shearer is the promising young ballerina who surrenders herself to domineering impresario Anton Walbrook, and is torn between the pursuit of personal happiness and a ruthless dedication to her craft. Directors Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger Cast Anton Walbrook, Moira Shearer, Robert Helpmann, UK 1948, 2h8m, U
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All That Heaven Allows Sunday 19 April (14.15)
The inspiration for Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s Fear Eats the Soul and Todd Haynes’ Oscar-winning Far from Heaven is a glorious Douglas Sirk melodrama with sumptuous Technicolor cinematography from Russell Metty. Lonely widow Cary (Jane Wyman) faces the wrath of her smart country club friends and disapproving children when she falls in love with handsome and much younger gardener Ron (Rock Hudson). The soap opera saga of impossible love serves as an angry attack on the suffocating, petty minded conservatism of 1950s America in one of Sirk’s finest films. Director Douglas Sirk Cast Jane Wyman, Rock Hudson, Agnes Moorehead, USA 1955, 1h29m, U
The Man from Laramie Sunday 26 April (15.00)
During the 1950s, James Stewart and director Anthony Mann collaborated on a series of lean, flinty westerns that helped redefine the genre and pave the way for the spaghetti westerns of the 1960s. The partnership reached a creative peak with The Man from Laramie in which Stewart’s mysterious stranger Will Lockhart embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance. Filmed in New Mexico with Stewart performing many of his own stunts, the film uses Technicolor to captures the majesty of the landscapes and the intensity of the emotions. A beautiful 4k restoration makes this rare cinema screening essential viewing. Director Anthony Mann Cast James Stewart, Arthur Kennedy, Cathy O’Donnell, USA 1955, 1h38m, U
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CROSSING THE LINE LUX Scotland presents:
George Kuchar’s ‘The Thursday People’ Sunday 5 April (20.15)
Prominent in independent film and video George Kuchar (1942–2011) acquired a camcorder in the 1980s and created hundreds of brilliantly edited, hilarious, observant and often diaristic videos. In this programme he follows the comings and goings of the late underground filmmaker Curt McDowell in this existential diary of daily life (McDowell was dying of AIDS-related illnesses at the time). An inquisitive, charming, quirky and perversely humorous look at friendship and loss. Introduced by LUX Scotland as part of Crossing the Line. Director George Kuchar USA 1987, 1h, N/C 18+
Steel Upon the Sward: The Films of Murray Grigor
Saturday 9, Sunday 10 & Saturday 30 May (all 15.00) Steel upon the Sward is a part of a special programme of public events, taking place across Glasgow during April and May to accompany ‘The Inventors of Tradition II’, an exhibition that will run from 2 – 30 May 2015 at The Palace of Art. Cumbernauld Hit & The Demarco Dimension – Saturday 9 May (15.00) Director Murray Grigor, UK 1977/1988, 1h20m, N/C 12+ Steel Upon the Sward & E. P. Sculptor – Sunday 10 May (15.00) Director Murray Grigor, UK 1975/1992, 1h30m, N/C 12+
Mackintosh & The Fall and Rise of Mackintosh – Saturday 30 May (15.00) Director Murray Grigor, UK 1968/1991, 1h40m, N/C 12+ All films are sourced from the Scottish Screen Archive at National Library of Scotland and the personal collection of Murray Grigor.
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Dr Jekyll et les femmes Monday 20 April (20.20)
Cult Polish auteur Walerian Borowczyk takes the most extreme elements of Stevenson’s classic novel and turns them into the most surreal, intense version ever filmed: the good doctor transformed into an insatiable beast, stalking the inhabitants of a rambling Victorian mansion. With the original negative considered lost for decades, this is the stuff of cult film legend. Don’t miss an ultra-rare big screen outing as this unique, dreamlike cult classic finally makes its re-mastered return. Director Walerian Borowczyk Cast Udo Kier, Marina Pierro, Patrick Magee, France/West Germany 1981, 1h30m, subtitles, 18
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Monty Python’s Life of Brian Friday 3 April (23.00)
This Good Friday join us as we take a look at the remarkable life of one Brian Cohen – a man born in a stable next to Jesus, on the very same day, and who absolutely does not grow up to be the messiah (instead he’s a very naughty boy). This religious satire sees the Python group at the very top of their game – with a hilarious, controversial and endlessly quotable romp full of classic off-the-wall characters. Director Terry Jones Cast Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, UK 1979, 1h33m, 15
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BAFTA Shorts 2015 Thursday 9 April (17.40)
‘Keeping alive the tradition of the portmanteau movie... a sparky collection with some great ideas.’ Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian A feature-length selection of short live action and animated films from the EE British Academy Film Awards. Once again comprising the eight finalist films, this programme includes the latest film from Ainslie Henderson and Will Anderson, Monkey Love Experiments, the Olivia Colmanstarring The Kármán Line and of course the Best Short Film award-winner, Boogaloo and Graham by Michael Lennox. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with Ainslie Henderson and Will Anderson. Directors Various, UK 2015, 1h57m, 15
Whisky Galore! Sunday 12 April (16.30)
To introduce their new Gaelic adaptation of Whisky Galore/Uisge-Beatha Gu Leòr, the National Theatre of Scotland is hosting this special screening. An Ealing classic from legendary director Alexander Mackendrick, Whisky Galore! is one of the best-loved comedies of all time. Followed by a discussion with NTS Artistic Director Laurie Sansom and film critic Hannah McGill. The new Gaelic stage version will be performed at Òran Mór from 13-18 April as part of A Play, A Pie and A Pint. Please visit playpiepint.com for discounts and postshow activities. Limited availability. Director Alexander Mackendrick Cast Basil Radford, Joan Greenwood, Catherine Lacey, UK 1949, 1h22m, U
Planetary
Wednesday 22 April (18.15) The planet is suffering from a series of crises: crises in the environment, society, economics, and ecology. As a population we are suffering a crisis of perspective – how to place ourselves in the larger window of the world. It can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate through these questions yet everyone is seeking the answers. Using interviews with astronauts, Buddhist monks, environmentalists, anthropologists, spiritual leaders and other notable thinkers, along with stunning cinematography and a remarkable soundtrack, Planetary shows us that the guidance we need comes from within. Screening for Earth Day. Director Guy Reid, USA 2015, 1h32m, N/C 12+
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Access Film Club:
The Black Balloon Tuesday 14 April (19.40)
GFT, together with Scottish Autism host a monthly film club, which includes a screening and post film discussion in a friendly and welcoming environment. Our film for April is The Black Balloon. Thomas (Rhys Wakefield) and his family move to a new town and he has to start at a new school. When his pregnant mother has to take things easy, he is put in charge of his autistic older brother Charlie (Luke Ford). All tickets £5 This screening is taking place as part of World Autism Awareness Month. A discussion after the film will be led by a representative from Scottish Autism. Director Elissa Down Cast Rhys Wakefield, Luke Ford, Toni Collette, Australia/UK 2008, 1h27m, 15
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What’s Eating Gilbert Grape Sunday 19 April (13.00)
This touching drama is set in the small town of Endora, Iowa and focuses on a family striving to survive without a father figure. Gilbert Grape (Johnny Depp) has to care for his two younger sisters, his brother Arnie (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his obese mother. Gilbert holds down a job at the local store, and tries to keep Arnie out of trouble, but his patience is running out. When he meets free-spirited Becky (Juliette Lewis), Gilbert finds himself torn between his own wishes and his loyalty to his family. This screening is taking place as part of World Autism Awareness Month and will be introduced by a representative from Scottish Autism. All tickets £5. Director Lasse Hallström Cast Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio, Juliette Lewis, USA 1993, 1h58m, 12
Visible Cinema: Selma Wednesday 22 April (18.00)
GFT, together with Film Hub Scotland and Solar Bear are excited to launch Visible Cinema, a new programme of film screenings for deaf and hard of hearing audiences. Films shown throughout the year will be captioned, subtitled or British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted. The first initiative of its kind in Scotland, Visible Cinema will bring more awareness to cinema access and provide a range of films in a relaxed, social and welcoming environment. The film selected for April is a captioned screening of Selma, followed by a discussion after the film. The post film discussion will be BSL interpreted. The cinema has a hearing loop system and infrared sound facility. Contact the Duty Manager on dutymanager@glasgowfilm.org to reserve a headset. Subject to availability. All tickets £5. Check the GFT website for details.
Visible Cinema is supported by Creative Scotland, Solar Bear and Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network.
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SOUND AND VISION Monorail Film Club
My Secret World: The Story of Sarah Records Sunday 26 April (19.45)
Ethics and passion in their purest form. Welcome to the world of Sarah Records, active between 1987 and 1995, and possibly the most indie of all indie labels. This new documentary is an evocative account of the vital turning in indie rock that the Bristol based record label captured. With bands such as Orchids, The Wake and Golden Dawn, Sarah Records served as a resounding reminder that music does not need to be about posturing, production, or money to be an outright success. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with Sarah Records founder Clare Wadd and David Brogan. Director Lucy Dawkins, UK/Australia 2015, 1h42m, N/C 15+
Saint Etienne Live: How We Used to Live Tuesday 19 May (Doors 19.30, Film 20.00) £20 full price / £18 conc
‘A cherishable, woozy-hazy trawl of London from post-war days to yuppiedom’
The Guardian
In 2013 British director Paul Kelly teamed up with much-loved electro pop trio Saint Etienne to create this elegant and evocative film about the UK’s capital. Narrated by Ian McShane, the film uses coloured archive footage from the 1950s through to the 1980s to portray the ‘New Elizabethan’ age – from the optimistic post-war era to the dawn of Thatcherism. When paired with Saint Etienne’s enigmatic score, the result is a striking and rousing look at a city that is constantly changing whilst staying the same at its core. In collaboration with Monorail Film Club. Saint Etienne will also play an extra set of their hits alongside brand new songs in this special Scottish premiere event. Director Paul Kelly, UK 2013, event approx. 2h, N/C 12+
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Field Music Live: Drifters
Sunday 31 May (20.00) £10 full price / £8 conc John Grierson’s powerful pioneering film of North Sea herring fisherman is widely acknowledged as the first British narrative documentary and kick-started Grierson’s documentary film movement. The film is a remarkable depiction of rough reality as the fisherman battle their hostile environment. Mercury-prize nominated musicians Field Music draw on influences as wide-ranging as Stravinsky, Fleetwood Mac, Serge Gainsbourg, Thelonious Monk and Kate Bush, and their new score (commissioned for 2013 Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival) is something truly unique and beautifully befitting of this critically acclaimed documentary. Field Music will play a live score accompanying the film. Director John Grierson, UK 1929, event approx. 2h, N/C 12+
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Monorail Film Club and Record Store Day:
Empire Records Friday 17 April (23.00)
Would there be any better place to work than Empire Records? One of the ultimate trips in 90s nostalgia, this film serves not only as a statement to the enduring pop-culture of the time but also as a celebration of independent record stores everywhere. Following the lives of the store employees over the course of one crisis-filled day, this one-off screening celebrates the film’s 20th anniversary, Record Store Day 2015, and of course Rex Manning Day! Screening on 35mm. Director Allan Moyle Cast Liv Tyler, Renée Zellweger, Anthony LaPaglia, USA 1995, 1h26m, 12A
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ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
The Merchant of Venice Live: Wednesday 22 July (18.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard
Venice opens its arms to all, as long as they come prepared to do business and there is profit to be made. With the gold flowing, all is well, but when a contract between Bassanio and Shylock is broken, simmering racial tensions boil over. Director Polly Findlay, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
Othello
Live: Wednesday 26 August (18.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard Hugh Quarshie returns to the RSC to play Shakespeare’s Othello. Othello is the greatest general of his age, a fearsome warrior and loving husband. Yet he is an outsider who has made enemies of his own. Director Iqbal Khan, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
Henry V
Live: Wednesday 21 October (18.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard Henry IV is dead and Hal is King. With England in a state of unrest, he must leave his rebellious youth behind, striving to gain the respect of his nobility and people. Laying claim to parts of France and following an insult from the French Dauphin, Henry gathers his troops and prepares for a war that he hopes will unite his country. Director Gregory Doran, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
THE BOLSHOI BALLET
Bolshoi: Ivan the Terrible
Live: Sunday 19 April (16.00) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard As young Ivan IV is crowned, he has to choose one of the thirteen Boyar daughters to be his wife and tsarina. He selects Anastasia, and the two eventually fall deeply in love. When the Boyars plot against him and poison his beloved wife, Tsar Ivan finds himself surrounded by enemies. Haunted by dark thoughts and phantoms, he slowly sinks into madness. 2015, 2h15m
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NT LIVE
NT Live: The Hard Problem
Live: Thursday 16 April (18.45) £17.50 full price / £15 conc / £12 CineCard Acclaimed playwright Tom Stoppard (Shakespeare in Love, Arcadia) returns to the National Theatre with his highly-anticipated new play The Hard Problem, directed by Nicholas Hytner (Othello). Hilary, a young psychology researcher at a brainscience institute, is nursing a private sorrow and a troubling question at work. If there is nothing but matter, what is consciousness? This is ‘the hard problem’ which puts Hilary at odds with her colleagues.
NT Live: Man and Superman
Live: Thursday 14 May (18.45) £17.50 full price / £15 conc / £12 CineCard Ralph Fiennes (The English Patient, Schindler’s List) plays Jack Tanner in this exhilarating reinvention of George Bernard Shaw’s classic. Man and Superman asks fundamental questions about how we live. Jack Tanner, celebrated radical thinker and rich bachelor, seems an unlikely choice as guardian to the alluring heiress, Ann. But she takes it in her assured stride and, despite the love of a poet, she decides to marry and tame this dazzling revolutionary. UK 2015, 4h approx, As live 12A
UK 2015, 3h approx, As live 12A.
NT Live: Everyman
Live: Thursday 16 July (18.45) £17.50 full price / £15 conc / £12 CineCard BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in this dynamic new production of one of English drama’s oldest plays, directed by the National Theatre’s new Director Rufus Norris (Broken, London Road). Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. He is forced to abandon the life he has built and embark on a last, frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defence. But Death is close behind, and time is running out.
NT Live: Hamlet
Live: Thursday 15 October (18.45) £20 full price / £17.50 conc / £15 CineCard Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (The Imitation Game, Frankenstein at the National Theatre) takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state. UK 2015, 3h approx, As live 12A.
UK 2015, 3h approx, As live 12A.
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Ravel Double Bill: L’heure espagnole & L’enfant et les sortilèges Sunday 21 June (18.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard Two sparkling miniatures. Hailed by the Financial Times as ‘pure magic’, Laurent Pelly’s unique interpretation of Ravel’s two short operas is a true spectacle. L’heure espagnole is a sassy and funny sex farce; while L’enfant et les sortilèges is a touching mortality tale in which fantastical fairy tale characters, animals, furniture and crockery all come to life to teach a small boy about kindness. Captured live at Glyndebourne’s 2012 Festival, this award-winning recording stars French mezzo-soprano Stéphanie d’Oustrac and Canadian baritone Elliot Madore. Director Laurent Pelly, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
Die Entführung
Sunday 19 July (16.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard
Mozart’s take on the glittering Orient: a stirring tale of abduction, escape and forgiveness. Live from Glyndebourne – the home of Mozart – comes a new production of Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio), the opera in which the 25-year-old composer is often said to have found his mature voice. Both a popular comedy and a compassionate Enlightenment drama, Entführung tells the story of one man’s attempt to rescue his beloved from the harem of a Turkish despot and his fall to the mercy of his nemesis. The opera’s East/West clash and its surprising resolution defies all stereotypes and strikes a startlingly contemporary chord. Director David McVicar, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
The Rape of Lucretia
Sunday 9 August (17.45) £20 full price / £15 conc / £13 Cinecard Fiona Shaw’s award-winning production of a dark British masterpiece. Britten’s extraordinarily tense and chilling treatment of this historic tale is explored in a brilliant production by Fiona Shaw, best known as an actress in films such as Harry Potter and TV series including True Blood. Lucretia is a model of fidelity among Roman wives until the Etruscan prince Tarquinius, provoked by his Roman army comrades, gallops back to Rome to ruin her virtue. Director Fiona Shaw, UK 2015, 3h30m approx
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TUESDAY TREATS We’d like to offer you £5 tickets for selected Tuesday screenings. No further discounts apply. 5 All tickets are £5 The Dark Horse (CTBC) – See p9 Tue 7 April (20.00)
A Little Chaos (CTBC) – See p12 Tue 21 April (17.30)
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (U) – See p10 Tue 14 April (17.00)
Far from the Madding Crowd (U) – See p14 Tue 28 April (19.15)
REGULARS
Glasgore! Horror/Cult Film Discussion Group Wednesday 1 April (18.30) Free, GFT’s Education room
Meet on the first Wednesday of each month, in the GFT Education room, to discuss horror and cult cinema. Meet other genre fans in a friendly atmosphere to exchange thoughts and opinions about your favourite flicks.
Film Discussion Group Wednesday 8 April (18.30) Free, GFT’s Education room
This group meets on the second Wednesday of each month in the GFT Education room to discuss both blockbusters and arthouse movies. Led by film writer Eddie Harrison. Come along to chat about recent releases with other film lovers.
The GFT Film Quiz Tue 28 April (20.45) - GFT Bar
Think you know your Paul Thomas Anderson from your Paul WS Anderson? Then come along and pit your wits against the fiendish questions of the GFT quiz. Assemble your team (max 4 people) and join the quizmasters – Evening Times film critic Paul Greenwood and GFT’s Marketing Manager Paul Gallagher – for taxing questions and top prizes. Tickets £1.50 BUY TICKETS ONLINE WWW.GLASGOWFILM.ORG
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TAKE 2: FAMILY-FRIENDLY FILMS
Glasgow Young Scot or Kidz Card holders and an accompanying adult get in FREE to these shows when tickets are purchased at the box office on the day. All other tickets are £5 (plus £1.50 for 3D screenings). Each £5 child’s ticket also admits one adult free of charge. Children under the age of eight must be accompanied. Take 2 screenings start promptly at 11.30am. Free tickets are only issued on the day of the screening.
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Chicken Run U
Saturday 4 April 11.30 (1h35m)
Saturday 11 April 11.30 (1h24m)
Determined not to take over his father’s role as the Easter bunny, E.B heads to Hollywood to find fame as a drummer.
Fantastic Planet
A flock of rebellious chickens plan their escape from the evil farm owners, Mr and Mrs Tweedy, in this exciting claymation adventure from the creators of Wallace and Gromit.
Annie PG
La planète sauvage
PG Saturday 18 April 11.30 (1h12m)
Saturday 25 April 11.30 (1h58m)
This futuristic tale takes place in a faraway planet where human-like creatures are kept as domesticated pets by an alien race of blue giants. We follow Terr as he attempts to revolt in this mesmerising and surreal animation.
In the latest remake of Annie, follow the adventures of the iconic young orphan as her life is turned around after meeting billionaire business tycoon Will Stacks. Captioned and audio described – see page 30 for details.
TAKE 2 ACCESS
Take 2 Access: Autism-friendly screenings
Take 2 Access screenings are for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families, ism and are also suitable for any child with a disability who would enjoy seeing a film in a ‘low Aut ly sensory environment’. The films have no subtitles, the volume is turned down, the house lights end left on low, and children can make noise and move around. Glasgow Young Scot or Kidz Card fri holders and an accompanying adult get in FREE to these shows when tickets are purchased at the box office on the day. All other tickets are £5. Each £5 child’s ticket also admits one adult free of charge. Children under the age of eight must be accompanied by an adult or carer.
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Saturday 4 April 12.30 (1h35m) Determined not to take over his father’s role as the Easter bunny, E.B heads to Hollywood to find fame as a drummer. Here, he is taken in by Fred, who accidentally hits E.B with his car and the pair must work together to save Easter. This screening is taking place as part of World Autism Awareness Month.
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CINEMA 3 SEAT DEDICATIONS All seats in Cinema 3 are now sponsored. GFT warmly thanks all its big-hearted seat sponsors. A1 Harold L.F. Meiehofer, 29.10.1957 – 20.02.2013. “What if this is as good as it gets?” Seat Gifted by Unison Glasgow City Branch. A2 In memory of Oscar Marzaroli, great photographer of a changing Glasgow A3 “We’re not here right now…” John & Agnes Thompson, 2013 A4 Robert Trotter (1930-2013). Actor, Director, Photographer and Teacher. A Generous and Creative Spirit. A5 Eric MacDonald, Playwright. Oor Wullie only has a bucket Eric has a seat at the GFT! A6 For my Mum Anne Frankly my dear you did give a damn. And made me the film lover I am. Love always Aileen A7 To Stuart, for the dogs in the meadow, Love Chris. A8 John Adams Scottish Film Council 1974-1978. Director and Producer. Died 2008. GFT was his ‘Cinema Paradiso’ A9 Jaqueline Small. Lover of Glasgow and its People. Always with us, Grant Carol, Sarah, Antony. B1 Big Andy and Misty Blue B2 Thank you for introducing us to so many years of cinema-going pleasure!
C5 John Meehan (1975–2011). Loved Glasgow and brightened many peoples’ lives along the way. May you continue to inspire us. With much love, Colin, families & friends. C6 Liz Livingstone. So many happy times shared at the GFT. Much loved, sorely missed. C7 For Jane Ancell Matheson (1915– 1997). My Jeanie. Love always, K. C8 Lauchlan Watt (1951–2010). We shared A Wonderful Life. C9 Ishbel and Stephen White D1 Doreen Winning D2 David Madden and William Hodge. Thanks for the Cinematic Memories. D3 To John Kerr. ‘Smokey this is not ‘Nam, this is bowling, there are rules’. Lots of love from Natasha & Matthew. D4 David Peat. Filmmaker and photographer. D5 mcleodmcleod D6 For GFT’s inhouse crew. ‘And aye be welcome back again’ D7 In Loving Memory of Alexander James Munro (1941–2012). Donated by Sandi Munro. D8 Mary Wilson, Clydebank. E1 Bridget McGeechan
B3 In loving memory of Basil Green, who so enjoyed the GFT.
E2 Eleanor Keenan and George Keenan. 18th September 1965.
B4 To Mum and Dad for taking me to the Pictures. I love you – Jordan xx
E3 John and Gillian Hornibrook.
B5 Finbar Bryson, Clinical Director, White House Dental Group, Holistic and Cosmetic Care B6 White House Dental Group, Finbar Bryson (Clinical Director). White House Dental by the Sea: ‘Your Expectations are our Inspiration’. B7 This Seat is Dedicated to Mary Stewart Side by Side, Next to Bob. B8 This Seat is Dedicated to Bob Stewart in Memory of his lifelong Love of Films, his Passion for Cinema, and his enduring affection for the GFT. Simply the best – never forgotten. C1 Billy Condie born 30th March 1954 to “Mummy” Betty… Here’s looking at you, kid… C2 For Birdie. Über BL love always & forever. C3 ‘Cinemagic’ Audrey Scott C4 Hannah Julie Christie. Do the thing you think you cannot do.
E4 Robin & Polly Ewart 40 E5 Jill Monaghan Brash – ‘Watching Movies Together’ E6 Edmund Monaghan – ‘Watching Movies Together’ E7 For Elliot James, born 25 July 2013. The future of film is in you(th). E8 To my mother Marleine Steedman, who taught me the magic of film, and for many happy hours in the dark, love always – Lorna E9 George Black ‘Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.’ Al Pacino, The Godfather II. F1 Cinema Rocks. Screen One. Veronica F2 Cinema Rocks. Screen Two. Joe F3 In memory of Alison, from and for her twin Marion - “I only hope what pleases me will also pleasure you.”
F4 In memory of Catriona Lowe (19842013) who loved film and this theatre. F5 This seat is dedicated to Deborah Haase who accompanies me to the GFT and on our journey through life. Barry. F6 For Hazel Jack who loved Katherine Hepburn. Fondly remembered by Sandra. F7 Dedicated to Fiona Lomas – a lover of the weird and wonderful world of cinema. On behalf of David, Danny and Sam x F8 Craig J Leggat G1 In loving memory of our grandparents, George and Jean Singleton. G2 David Edward Hence, 1972-2012. Cinema For All. G3 To my dear brother, Kenneth Turlewicz (1956-2007) who was passionate about films - and Glasgow. With my eternal gratitude for your inspiration, legacy and love. This world is yours. Ilona G4 Joe Taylor, Architect. For Joe the GFT was ‘the stuff that dreams are made of’ (Maltese Falcon) From Elis and Family. G5 Glenn P Jackson G6 Dedicated to Janet McDonald Kay. By her family and friends. Many fond memories. “KEEP GENKI!” G7 Cyril Gerber, founder of Compass Gallery and Gerber Fine Art, who passionately supported the careers of newly emerging graduate artists and curated the first exhibitions in the Cosmo cinema. Lovingly dedicated by Jill Gerber. H1 Mary Tindall Crosbie Cowan (1928–2011) H2 James Graham Pearson (1968–2010). ‘Still round the corner there may wait, A new road or a secret gate, And though I oft have passed them by, A day will come at last when I, Shall take the hidden paths that run, West of the Moon, East of the Sun.’ J R R Tolkien We extend our warm thanks to Donors Mary C Reynolds and Julian M Agnew.
Where there’s a Will there’s a way! Did you know you can make a difference to GFT’s future by remembering GFT in your will? Contact Liana for further info: liana.marletta@glasgowfilm.org or phone 0141 352 8604
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It’s easy to find us. We’re right in the city centre just off Sauchiehall Street.
By Subway
Nearest subway is Cowcaddens. Leave the station and turn right, then right again turning left onto Rose Street. The GFT is a short walk from here. www.spt.co.uk/subway
By Bus
Local bus services stop close to the cinema. www.spt.co.uk
By Train
Glasgow city centre is served by both Central and Queen Street Stations. www.nationalrail.co.uk
Car Parking
Closest public parking is the supervised 24 hour multi-storey car park in Cambridge Street. Parking after 6pm costs £1.50.
Events, Conferences & Private Hires
GFT is a unique venue for a large variety of events. With three raked theatre-style auditoria and a learning room on offer, we can host corporate events, product launches, private screenings, cast and crew screenings, conferences, gaming parties, meetings and briefings. Find out more at www.glasgowfilm.org/hire
Glasgow Film Theatre 12 Rose Street, Glasgow G3 6RB Glasgow Film Theatre (known as GFT) is a charity registered in Scotland, No. SC005932
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Certification
Films awaiting BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) certification are marked ‘CTBC’ (check the website or call the box office for upto-date information). Films not being certified by the BBFC are marked N/C and accompanied by an age recommendation i.e. N/C 15 + (suitable for ages 15 and older, no-one under 15 will be admitted).
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Accessible Screenings While We’re Young (15) Friday 3 April (16.00) Monday 6 April (17.50) Sunday 12 April (19.30) Tuesday 14 April (12.30)
GFT Accessible Programme
GFT offers both Audio Description and captioning on selected titles and selected screenings. Audio Description is a service for partially sighted or blind people (AD headphones are available to collect from Box Office when you pick up your tickets prior to the film screening). Captioning is a service for the hearing-impaired or deaf who rely on subtitling to enable them to follow the film’s dialogue.
Visible Cinema: Selma (12A) Wednesday 22 April (18.00) Take 2: Annie (U) Saturday 25 April (11.30)
Access Information GFT accepts the CEA Card. (www.ceacard.co.uk)
Due to circumstances beyond our control, occasionally we are unable to provide these accessible screenings. You are advised to check with Box Office.
We can offer an infrared sound facility for the hearing-impaired (please ask at Box Office for a head set). There is disabled badge holders’ parking to the rear of the building in Cambridge Street. If you are a wheelchair user, please inform Box Office when booking. Guide dogs are welcome at GFT. Please contact our Manager (0141) 352 8603 or email dutymanager@glasgowfilm.org with your specific access enquiries.
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The Scottish premiere of the acclaimed documentary, St Etienne and followed by an extra set of their hits alongside brand new songs from the band. Tuesday 19 May 19.30
featuring a live score by