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2019 Programme

“AGAINST THE TIDE”

Dates
All Dates
All Week
Weds 23
Thurs 24
Friday 25th
Saturday 26th
Sunday 27th
  • Shorts: Of Spirit & Shadow
    27-29th Nov
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    Online
    A programme of short films exploring the unseen energies of our day to day world.
    ★ International
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  • + Q&A
    March For Dignity
    27-29th Nov
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    In the midst of geopolitical turmoil, the committed organisers of Tbilisi Pride bravely strive to be visible in their evolving country.
    ★ Documentary ★ LGBTQ+
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  • Rose Plays Julie
    27-29th Nov
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    A young woman seeking her biological mother journeys into dangerous territory in this gripping psychological thriller.
    ★ British/Irish ★ F-Rated
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  • Shorts: Strangers In The Night
    27-29th Nov
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    Online
    A selection of stunning and artistic short films featuring mysterious strangers and daredevil explorers.
    ★ International
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  • Live: Francesca Ter-Berg | The Colour of Pomegranates
    Sun 29th Nov, 8pm
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    A live stream recording from the Tom Thumb Theatre with Francesca Ter-Berg and friends, scoring parts of surrealist biopic, The Colour of Pomegranates.
    ★ Live Event ★ Local
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  • Shorts: Coasting Along
    27-29th Nov
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    Online
    These films bring together a collection of characters living by the coast who find themselves drifting through life, caught up in the tides. 
    ★ British
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  • +Q&A
    Dear Child
    27-29th Nov
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    'DEAR CHILD' tells the stories of teenagers caught up in drug trafficking, and their attempt to change their lives.
    ★ Local Film
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  • #BlackLivesMatter
    27 Nov onwards
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    Online
    An ongoing collection of short films available to watch online for free, documenting the widespread injustice against Black communities around the world.
    ★ International
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  • Hurt By Paradise
    27-29th Nov
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    Motherhood, friendship and the struggles of pursuing a career collide in this charming, comedic debut feature from Greta Bellamacina, filmed in Margate.
    ★ Local Film ★ F-Rated
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  • Live: The Cabinet Of Living Cinema - #100Years Tour Launch
    7.45pm, 27th - 29th Nov
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    The Cabinet Of Living Cinema Present The Launch Of Their #100years Tour Celebrating A Century Of European Animation And Avant-Garde Cinema.
    ★ Live Event
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  • Our Most Brilliant Friends
    27-29th Nov
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    A funny, heartbreaking and intimate documentary that unflinchingly observes the fragile relationships of Slow Club during their 2016 tour.
    ★ British ★ Documentary
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  • DocHouse Presents: Creative Responses to Covid-19
    27-29th Nov
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    Online
    A selection of stunning and artistic short films featuring mysterious strangers and daredevil explorers.
    ★ Partner Event
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  • Shorts: Our Natural World (Family Friendly + Activities)
    27-29th Nov
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    A programme of short animations exploring the icy arctic to the busy beaches and deep down into the ocean – suitable for kids ages 5+.
    ★ British ★ Family-Friendly
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