Tuesday 21 August | 8pm
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
A SERBIAN FILM
Thursday 2 August @ 2pm
Monday 16 July @ 2pm
A MONSTER IN PARIS
BLU-RAY SCREENING
A wacky inventor, his camera-crazy best friend and a madcap monkey make a BIG mistake when let loose in the Professor’s laboratory as they accidentally create Franc, a musical talent of monstrous proportions. Duration: 1hr.27mins. Cert: U
Thursday 19 July @ 2pm
THE LION KING
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Classic Disney tale about the noble lion cub tricked into believing he killed his father. Overwhelmed with guilt, he flees into exile and abandons his destiny as the future King. Duration: 1hr.29mins. Cert: U Monday 23 July @ 2pm
THE HELP
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Based on the best-selling book about three extraordinary women, in Mississippi during the 1960s, who build an unlikely friendship around a secret writing project that breaks societal rules and puts them all at risk. Duration: 2hrs.26mins. Cert: 12A
Thursday 26 July @ 2pm
PLANET 51
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American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. However, to his surprise, he discovers that little green people already inhabit the planet.
DOLPHIN TALE
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The true story of Winter, the dolphin who was caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. It took the expertise of a marine biologist, the ingenuity of a prosthetics doctor, and the unwavering devotion of a young boy to bring about a miracle. Duration: 1hr.53mins. Cert: U Thursday 9 August @ 2pm
BLU-RAY SCREENING
HOODWINKED TOO! HOOD Vs EVIL Granny and Big Bad Wolf join forces to rid the world of fairy tale villains with the Happy Ever After Agency. When Granny is kidnapped, scarlet-hoodied tomboy Red must leave the Sisterhood of the Kung Fu Bakers to rescue her. Duration: 1hr.22mins. Cert: U
THE ADVENTURES OF TIN TIN
BLU-RAY SCREENING
SRPSKI FILM
CARNE DE NEON
To earn enough to support his family, Milos, a retired porn star, once again enters the world of adult films. However, his new and menacing employer has unimaginable terrors in store for him. Shocking, uncompromising and absolutely unforgettable, A Serbian Film ranks alongside the likes of Requiem For A Dream, Videodrome and Irreversible as one of the most provocative and brilliant movies of recent years.
Ricky, a criminal turned businessman, prepares for the release of his mother from prison by establishing a brand new brothel enlisting the help of a pimp, his junkie girlfriend and a transsexual. However, his mother is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s and doesn’t know him. He has also located his business on a brutal crime lord’s patch, and he doesn’t welcome the competition. This Tarantino style thriller has an ending you will not forget.
“Visually and constructively amazing.” Garry Charles, Shock Horror Magazine Serbia.2010. Director: Srdjan Spasojevic. Cast: Srdjan Todorovic, Sergej Trifunovic, Jelena Gavrilovic. Duration: 1hr.35mins. Cert: 18
“A high energy crime thriller… Full of style and wild humour.” TribecaFilm.com Spain/France/Sweden/Argentina.2010. Director: Paco Cabezas. Cast: Mario Casas, Vicente Romero, Luciano Cáceres. Duration: 1hr.45mins. Cert: 18. Language: Spanish with English subtitles.
CLASSIC FILM
Monday 20 August @ 2pm
PUSS IN BOOTS
BLU-RAY SCREENING
Monday 30 July @ 2pm
Thursday 23 August @ 2pm
THE ARTIST
HUGO
BLU-RAY SCREENING
When resourceful Hugo discovers a secret left by his father, he unlocks a mystery and embarks on a quest that will transform his world and lead to a safe and loving place he can call home. Duration: 2hrs.6mins. Cert: U
Duration: 1hr.40mins. Cert: PG
A SUMMER SCREEN MEMBERSHIP CARD will cost £20 and permits access to all 10 films screening as part of this programme. Alternatively, individual screenings will cost £4 per person. To take out a membership please contact Bernie on 7137 3456 or email: bernie@nerve-centre.org.uk.
Wednesday 22 August | 8pm
PAGE ONE: INSIDE THE NEW YORK TIMES
DOCUMENTARY FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
Provides unprecedented insight into The New York Times newsroom and the inner workings of the Media Desk, at a time when the Internet is surpassing print media as the public’s main source of news and information. At the heart of the film is the important question of what will happen if the fast moving future of media leaves behind the fact-based, original reporting that helps to define our society? “Potent and provocative… A vital, indispensable hell-raiser.” Rolling Stone USA.2011. Director: Andrew Rossi. Cast: David Carr, Sarah Ellison, Larry Ingrassia. Duration: 1hr.32mins. Cert: 15
Wednesday 29 August | 6.30pm
SWEETIE
Wednesday 29 August | 8.30pm
ELLES
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
Anne (Juliette Binoche), a well off, Parisbased mother of two and investigative journalist for ELLE, is writing an article about student prostitution. Her meetings with two independent young women, Alicja and Charlotte, are profound, unsettling, and make her question her most intimate convictions about money, family and sex. “A typically smart performance by Juliette Binoche…” Rob Nelson, Variety France/Poland/Germany.2011. Director: Malgorzata Szumowska. Cast: Juliette Binoche, Anaïs Demoustier, Joanna Kuliq. Duration: 1hr.39mins. Cert: 18. Language: French/English/Polish
CINEMA TICKET COST: Tickets cost £4 per screening from January 2012. Nerve Centre no longer offers a Cinema Membership Package. When current memberships expire they will not be renewed. Existing members are advised that an up-to-date membership card MUST BE PRESENTED at the reception desk before each screening.
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RESCHEDULED SCREENING
BLU-RAY SCREENING
Young reporter Tintin and his loyal dog Snowy discover a model ship carrying an explosive secret. From the high seas to the sands of North African deserts, every twist and turn sweeps Tintin and his friends to escalating levels of thrills and peril. Duration: 1hr.47mins. Cert: PG
Duration: 1hr.31mins. Cert: U
George Valentin is a silent movie star with the world at his feet, but the advent of the talkies will see him fall into oblivion. For young extra Peppy Miller it seems the sky's the limit - major movie stardom awaits.
NEON FLESH
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM
Thursday 16 August @ 2pm
The swashbuckling Puss In Boots is off on the adventure of his nine lives as he partners with Kitty Soft paws and Humpty Dumpty for the ultimate showdown with the notorious Jack and Jill. Duration: 1hr.30mins. Cert: U
BLU-RAY SCREENING
Tuesday 28 August | 8pm
CLASSIC FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
This stunning debut from director Jane Campion, focuses on the hazardous relationship between the inhibited, superstitious Kay and her rampaging, devil-may-care, and seriously mentally ill, sister 'Sweetie'. “Most movies slide right through our minds without hitting anything. This one screams and shouts every step of the way.” Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times Australia.1989. Director: Jane Campion. Cast: Geneviève Lemon, Karen Colston, Jon Darling, Tom Lycos. Duration: 1hr.39mins. Cert: 15
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MUSIC ON FILM
Monday 16 July | 8pm
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
LAS ACACIAS
CLASSIC FILM
Wednesday 18 July | 6.30pm
BLU-RAY SCREENING
ONCE
Long-distance lorry driver Rubén reluctantly agrees to carry passengers as a favour to his boss. When he picks up single mother Jacinta, and her young daughter, he can barely conceal his displeasure. But he soon warms to the child and her mother.
A love story between an Irish street musician and an immigrant became an art house smash, delighting audiences in America, winning its stars a gig with Bob Dylan - and sparking a real romance. Won the Oscar® for Best Original Song.
“Beautifully shot and superbly directed, this is an emotionally engaging drama about human connection…”
“Once has enough heart, wit, verve and songwriting genius to ensure you’ll see it far more times than its title suggests.”
Matthew Turner, View London
Empire
Spain.2011. Director: Pablo Giorgelli. Cast: Monica Coca, Germán de Silva. Duration: 1hr.22mins. Cert: 12A. Language: Spanish with English subtitles.
Ireland.2006. Director: John Carney. Cast: Glen Hansard, Markéta Irglová, Hugh Walsh. Duration: 1hr.25mins. Cert: 15
CONTEMPORARY FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
W.E.
Trapped in a loveless marriage, Wally obsesses over Wallis Simpson – the American divorcee who captured the heart of Edward VIII. In order to marry the woman he loved, Edward VIII abdicated the throne of England. When she became the Duchess of Windsor, Wallis spends the rest of her life in celebrity exile. Inspired by this royal romance, Wally finds freedom in the arms of another man. “W.E. is well acted and tells the story from a female-centric viewpoint that's as commendable as it is unusual…” View London
Wednesday 25 July | 8pm
TRISHNA
CONTEMPORARY FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
Thomas Hardy's classic novel ‘Tess of the D’Urbervilles’ is transplanted to contemporary India in director Michael Winterbottom's film adaptation. Four Lions' Riz Ahmed plays a rich playboy who seduces Freida Pinto's peasant girl and persuades her to work at his father's luxury hotel. “…shows Winterbottom to be one of the few directors today who are liberated, rather than constricted, by classic literature.” Neil Smith, Total Film UK.2011. Director: Michael Winterbottom. Cast: Freida Pinto, Riz Ahmed, Kalki Koechlin. Duration: 2hrs. Cert: 15
UK.2011. Director: Madonna. Cast: Abbie Cornish, James D’Arcy, Andrea Riseborough, Oscar Isaac. Duration: 2hrs. Cert: 15
MUSIC ON FILM
RESCHEDULED SCREENING
Monday 23 July | 8pm
Tuesday 31 July | 8pm
THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL
CONTEMPORARY FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
A group of British retirees decide to "outsource" their retirement to less expensive and seemingly exotic India. Lured by ads for the newly restored Marigold Hotel, and visions of a life of leisure and luxury, they arrive to find the place is a shell of its former self. But ultimately it proves to be a life changing experience for all concerned. “…Recall some of the wonderful performances you've seen from Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson, Bill Nighy, and …this movie finds rich opportunities for all of them...” Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times UK.2011. Director: John Madden. Cast: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson. Duration: 2hrs.4mins. Cert: 12A.
Tuesday 7 August | 8pm
MICHAEL
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
A protégé of Michael Haneke, Markus Schleinzer’s acclaimed first feature is a triumph of uneasy cinema. With an unorthodox level of restraint, the director tells the story of Michael, a 35-year-old boring office worker, who keeps a kidnapped young boy locked in the basement of his house. Revealing its alarming plot with a patient, naturalistic atmosphere this extraordinary film is disconcerting and gripping in equal measure. The film has an 18 certificate due to the themes being explored, but involves no graphic detail as any behaviour is implied, and so left to the audience’s imagination.
CLASSIC FILM
Monday 13 August | 8.30pm
THE BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE
BLU-RAY SCREENING
The Fab Four are transformed into cartoon characters and must save pop-loving Pepperland from the Blue Meanies. Now lovingly restored in 4K by hand, frame-byframe, this visionary groundbreaking film looks and sounds better than ever. “Requiring 180 animators and 14-ish scripts, The Beatles’ “mod odyssey” remains a riot...”Kevin Harley, Total Film UK/USA.1968. Director: George Dunning. Cast: The Beatles, Paul Angelis, John Clive, Dick Emery. Duration: 1hr.30mins. Cert: U
Wednesday 15 August | 8.30pm
THE DARKEST HOUR
CONTEMPORARY FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
In this suspenseful sci-fi thriller, a group of young Americans visiting Moscow wage a desperate fight for survival in the face of an apocalyptic alien invasion. “…Genre fans should enjoy this technically well-mounted U.S.-Russian co-production…” Joe Leydon, Variety USA.2011. Director: Chris Gorak. Cast: Emile Hirsch, Olivia Thirlby, Max Minghella, Rachael Taylor, Veronika Vernadskaya, Dato Bakhtadze. Duration: 1hr.29mins. Cert: 12A. Language: English & Russian.
“A timely and important film that traverses difficult territory with sensitivity and real insight...” Jennie Kermode, Eye For Film Austria.2011. Director: Markus Schleinzer. Cast: Michael Fuith, David Rauchenberger, Christine Kain. Duration: 1hr.36mins. Cert: 18. Language: German with English subtitles.
Tuesday 17 July | 8pm
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM
IN THE LAND OF BLOOD AND HONEY
BLU-RAY SCREENING
Angelina Jolie’s directorial debut has as its two protagonists Bosniak Muslim painter Ajla and Bosnian Serb policeman Danijel. In the pre-war scenes, which suggest Sarajevo as an ethnic melting pot, the couple are beginning a relationship. However, a bomb blast in the dancehall where they meet signals the start of wider hostilities, and soon the pair are on opposites sides of the bitter conflict. Golden Globe Nomination. “(T)his is a serious piece of work and not simply a vanity project for…writerdirector, Angelina Jolie.” Todd McCarthy, Hollywood Reporter USA.2011. Director: Angelina Jolie. Cast: Zana Marjanovic, Goran Korstic, Rade Serbedzija. Duration: 2hrs.7mins. Cert: 18. Language: Bosnian, Serbian with English subtitles.
Wednesday 18 July | 8.30pm
THE SWELL SEASON
Tuesday 14 August | 8.30pm
DOCUMENTARY FILM
Monday 30 July | 8pm
NORTHERN IRELAND PREMIERE
The world fell in love with Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová when their songwriting collaboration in Once culminated in an Oscar® win. However, when the couple’s on-screen romance became a reality, the resultant pressures threatened to derail their relationship. This fascinating documentary provides an intimate glimpse into the excitement and turmoil created by the heady mix of love and fame.
Haunted by her past, an unbalanced young woman struggles to readjust to society, and family life, after escaping from an abusive cult. Picking up as its heroine breaks free, the film uses uneasy flashbacks to suggest the character’s lingering paranoia.
“A bruised-but-sweet flip side to Once’s dreamy love song.” Hollywood Reporter
“There’s more than a hint of early Polanski in Durkin’s controlled mastery of mood…”
USA/Czech Republic/Ireland.2011. Director(s): Nick August-Perna/Chris Dapkins/Carlo Mirabella-Davis. Cast: Glen Hansard, Markéta Irglová. Duration: 1hr.31mins. Cert: 15
USA.2011. Director: Sean Durkin. Cast: Elizabeth Olsen, Sarah Paulson, John Hawkes. Duration: 1hr.42mins. Cert: 15
Tuesday 24 July | 8pm
CONTEMPORARY FILM
MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE
Jamie Graham, Total Film
BLU-RAY SCREENING
ONCE UPON A TIME IN ANATOLIA
THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 1
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
“Visually, it's as gorgeous a film as Ceylan has made… (R)arely have faces been more beautifully illuminated by firelight, in images that have the graceful glow of a Vermeer painting.” Justin Chang, Variety Turkey/Bosnia and Herzegovina.2011. Director: Nuri Bilge Ceylan Cast: Muhammet Uzuner, Yilmaz Erdogan, Taner Birsel. Duration: 2hrs.30mins. Cert: 15. Language: Turkish with English subtitles.
Wednesday 1 August | 8pm
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM
THE PORTUGUESE NUN A RELIGIOSA PORTUGUESA
This critically acclaimed film relates the story of Julie, a young French actress shooting a film in Lisbon about a 17th Century nun who is seduced by a soldier. Among the city’s inhabitants, she meets a young Nun and the exchange between the two women changes Julie’s destiny forever. “A beautiful, sensuous ode to love, life and Lisbon.” David Parkinson, Empire Portugal/France.2009. Director: Eugène Green Cast: Leonor Baldaque, Francisco Mozos. Duration: 2hrs.7mins. Cert: PG. Language: Portuguese & French with English subtitles.
BLU-RAY SCREENING
In the hotly anticipated fourth instalment of The Twilight Saga, a marriage, honeymoon and the birth of a baby bring surprising and shocking developments for Bella and Edward.
BIR ZAMANLAR ANADOLU'DA
A group of men travel at night through the barren, beautiful landscape of the Anatolian countryside in search of a buried corpse. This vast landscape provides the necessary space for the film’s characters to reflect on their lives. Won the Grand Jury Prize at Cannes Film Festival in 2011.
CONTEMPORARY FILM
Wednesday 8 August | 8pm
THE KID WITH A BIKE
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
LE GAMIN AU VÉLO
Cyril, almost 12, has only one plan: to find the father who abandoned him in a children's home. By chance he meets Samantha, who runs a hairdressing salon and agrees to let him stay with her at weekends. Belgium/France/Italy.2011. Director(s): Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne. Cast: Thomas Doret, Cécile De France, Jérémie Renier. Duration: 1hr.27mins. Cert: 12A. Language: French with English subtitles.
“The biggest, most exciting Twilight yet. Brilliant!” Georgie O’Kell, T4 USA.2011. Director: Bill Condon. Cast: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, Ashley Greene. Duration: 2hrs. Cert: 12A
Monday 20 August | 8pm
LE HAVRE
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM BLU-RAY SCREENING
Elderly artist-turned-shoeshine man Marcel is already coping with a sick wife when he comes across a young African stowaway. Marcel and his friends hatch a plan to raise enough money to ship the boy to his mother in England before he is discovered and deported by the French authorities. Won the FIPRESCI Prize at Cannes 2011. “…(W)eaves rockabilly musical interludes, a stylised colourscheme and droll performances into a warm-hearted salute to classical French cinema.” Tom Dawson, Total Film Finland/France/Germany.2011. Director: Aki Kaurismäki. Cast: André Wilms, Blondin Miguel, Jean-Pierre Darroussin. Duration: 1hr.33mins. Cert: PG