Film Unit… Assemble!
13th May - The Sun is shining … and so is Film Unit!
Another week, another Film Unit lineup! And this week’s is very special - a martial arts action-adventure film, a classic French comedy, and to finish it all off, our highly-anticipated Short Animation Film Festival! If you’re in need of a break from all your exam revision (which we’re sure you’re all doing), Film Unit is here for you! With tickets only £3 as always, it’s the perfect way to unwind at the end of a long day!
As usual, tickets for all screenings are available on the SU Website and on the door at each screening. So, what are you waiting for? Buy yours now, and get ready to head down to the Nelson Mandela Auditorium for a week of amazing films!
On Wednesday 15th May at 19.30 we will be showing Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon!
YEAR: 2001
DIR: Ang Lee
CERT: 12
STARRING: Michelle Yeoh, Chow Yun-fat, Zhang Ziyi
Set in the 18th century Qing dynasty, the film follows the intertwined lives of two women, a passionate female warrior and a young female aristocrat, who fight against their fates to find a prized sword, and of the two men whose love is denied to them: a legendary warrior and a bandit king.
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Then, on Friday 17th May at 19.30 we will be showing Playtime!
YEAR: 1967
DIR: Jacques Tati
CERT: PG
STARRING: Jacques Tati, Barbara Dennek, Rita Maiden
Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.
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And finally, on Saturday 18th May at 19.30 we have our very special Short Animation Film Festival!
Come and join us for a night of animation shorts from around the world - showing on the big screen for one night and one night only! Watch our trailer below!
This event is FREE but we recommend booking in advance! Get your tickets now!
That’s all from us this week! But Film Unit will be here for you throughout exam season, so keep an eye out for more info on our exam week screenings! ‘Til next time…