Slaley, Northumberland

Film shows for 2007/2008

Here is the programme for our next season, starting in September 2007, and finishing in May 2008. We extend an invitation to join us to all from Slaley, Hexhamshire, Blanchland, and Tynedale in general.

Our shows in the Commemoration Hall are always on a Friday evening, starting at 7.30 pm (doors open at 7 pm). Everyone is welcome, but you are asked to register as a member of the Film Club (free subscription!) to allow us to show films under a “non-theatrical licence”.

The admission charge of £5 (£3 for under 16s) includes your supper, but not a drink (you’re welcome to bring your own). If you’re bringing a party of 4 or more, or would prefer a vegetarian supper, it would be helpful to let us know in advance (ring 01434 673443).

• Friday September 21st: “Fried Green Tomatoes” (Certificate 12)
  A drama about strong women and nonconformity, set in Alabama in the 1920s
• Friday October 20th: “The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada”(Certificate 15)
  A modern Western exploring death, delusion and friendship, in which one life is honoured, and one death is avenged.
  
• Friday November 16th: “Oh, What a Lovely War” (Certificate PG)
  First seen in 1963 as a theatrical production, this film is a moving, funny, and lyrical evocation of the tragedy and pathos of the First World War. Along the way, the story is marked by a fantastic collection of songs from the Great War such as ‘Pack Up Your Troubles’, ‘Keep The Home Fires Burning’ and ‘It’s A Long Way To Tipperary’.
• Friday December 14th: “The Queen” (Certificate 12A)
  Helen Mirren as the Queen, coming to terms with the events surrounding the death of Diana.

Then in 2008 we will be showing:

• January 18, 2008: ”Kinky Boots” (Cert. 12A)
  How far would you go to save the family shoe-making business?
• February 15:”Volver" (Cert. 15)
  The power of motherhood and the blessing of good friends …
• March 28:”Muriel’s Wedding" (Cert. 15)
  A story of love, laughter and the pursuit of matrimony, with music by Abba.
• April 18:"Monsoon Wedding" (Cert. 15)
  An arranged marriage in India, with a stressed father, a bride-to-be with a secret, and relatives from around the world.
• May 16:"Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" (Cert. 15)
  Fun, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable! A road movie with attitude and the occasional frock.

Let us know what you think of the films you've seen ... and if you're searching for details of a film, the Internet Movie Database is a great place to start from.