Season 2007/8
2009
Weds 28th October 7.30pm
Il Divo (15)
And you thought our politicians were badly behaved? Controversial career politician Giulio Andreotti landed the role of Italy’s prime minister seven times, despite a plethora of links to crime and corruption with countless scandals unearthed. A visually dazzling kaleidoscope from Italy’s most lauded young director, alongside some truly captivating acting.
Weds 25th November 7.30pm
The Visitor (15)
A college professor’s uneventful life is changed irrevocably when he returns from a business trip to an unwelcome surprise. From then on his awkwardness gradually gives way to curiosity, until shared humanity invites an awakening, inclusion and a big change in perspective. From the Director of “The Station Agent” (a past BFS audience favourite), comes this gentle film with occasional drama and some touching moments.
Weds 16th December 7.30pm
Dean Spanley (U)
An impressive cast star in one quirky Edwardian tale
2010
Weds 27th January 7.30pm
North Face (12A)
Gripping dramatisation of 1930s Eiger expedition
Weds 24th February 7.30pm
Anything For Her (15)
Will love conquer all obstacles in this taut Gallic thriller?
Weds 31st March 7.30pm
The Fall (15)
Visually sumptuous story within a story
Weds 28th April 7.30pm
Fugitive Pieces (15)
Book adaptation of post WWII child-to-adult transition
Weds 26th May 7.30pm
Conversations With My Gardener (12A)
Poignant and humorous reunion in sun-filled France
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