Now Shenzhen | June 12, 2023
MOVIE-GOERS can watch eight British films at CGV Cinema in Futian and 10 Dutch films at two Broadway cinemas in Nanshan. By showcasing a diverse range of films, including dramas, animations, and documentaries, the events will not only entertain moviegoers but also offer a window into the cultural and artistic perspectives of these two countries.
At the Britain film event, people can watch celebrated films that address current social concerns, such as Ken Loach’s “Sorry We Missed You,” and enjoy distinct flavor of British dry humor and brilliant performances by such stars as Benedict Cumberbatch, David Tennant and Rosamund Pike. At the Dutch film event, audience members can also appreciate acclaimed works that tackle social issues, with bold visual style and a strong humanistic perspective.
British Film Festival
‘Sorry We Missed You’ (2019)
Plot: Hoping that self-employment within a gig economy can solve their financial woes, a hard-up U.K. delivery driver and his wife struggling to raise a family end up trapped in the vicious circle of this modern-day form of labor exploitation.
‘Exit Through the Gift Shop’ (2010)
Plot: Following the style of some of the world’s most prolific street artists, an amateur filmmaker makes a foray into the art world.
‘Third Star’ (2010)
Plot: James (Benedict Cumberbatch) and his three closest friends go on an ill-advised trip to the stunning coastal area of Barafundle Bay in West Wales. What follows is a touching and comical adventure dealing with friendship, heroism and love.
‘What We Did on Our Holiday’ (2014)
Plot: Doug (David Tennant) and Abi (Rosamund Pike) and their three children travel to the Scottish Highlands for Doug’s father’s birthday party. It’s soon clear that when it comes to keeping a secret under wraps from the rest of the family, their children are their biggest liability.
‘Old Boys’ (2018)
Plot: In this school-set re-working of “Cyrano,” an awkward but imaginative pupil helps the handsome but spectacularly dimwitted school-hero pursue the fiery daughter of a visiting French teacher.
‘The Seasons in Quincy: Four Portraits of John Berger’ (2016)
Plot: The documentary is the result of a five-year project by Tilda Swinton, Colin MacCabe and Christopher Roth to produce a portrait of the intellectual and storyteller John Berger.
‘Cow’ (2021)
Plot: The documentary is a close-up portrait of the daily life of a cow.
‘Pikadero’ (2015)
Plot: Unable to fly the nest due to the economic crisis that grips Spain, a penniless, young couple has trouble consummating their fledgling relationship in their parents’ homes.
Dates: June 17-July 9
Schedule & ticketing: WeChat miniprogram “CGV影城+”
Venue: CGV Cinema in One Avenue, Futian District (深圳卓悦中心CGV影城)
Metro: Line 1 or 10 to Gangxia Station (岗厦站), Exit B
Dutch Film Festival
‘The Warden’ (2020)
Plot: For almost half a century an old man has been the warden of a bird sanctuary on a tiny island in the middle of the ocean. One day he receives notice that his post will be discontinued. His happy life alongside nature is about to come to an abrupt end.
‘Mi Vida’ (2019)
Plot: A retired Dutch hairdresser attempts to fulfill her lifelong dream of starting over in the Andalusian port city of Cádiz.
‘Romy’s Salon’ (2019)
Plot: Romy goes to her grandmother every day after school. Grandma Stine is very busy working in her hairdressing salon, and is very strict. But everything changes when Romy discovers a totally different side to her grandmother.
‘Where Is Anne Frank’ (2021)
Plot: The film follows the journey of Kitty, the imaginary friend to whom Anne Frank dedicated her diary. A fiery teenager, Kitty wakes up in the near future in Frank’s house in Amsterdam and embarks on a journey to find Frank, who she believes is still alive, in today’s Europe.
‘Porcelain’ (2019)
Plot: Paul and Anna live an apparently happy and successful life. But when their son inexplicably falls ill, the façade of a seemingly happy family life crumbles completely, like brittle porcelain that can no longer be glued.
‘The Judgement’ (2021)
Plot: A Dutch TV journalist finds himself challenging the police, courts and media as he attempts to uncover the truth about the controversial 1999 Deventer murder case.
‘Quicksand’ (2021)
Plot: When Suze’s colorful and extravagant mother Helena pays a surprise visit to inform her daughter that she’s ill, Suze slowly relapses into severe compulsive behavior.
‘Foodies’ (2022)
Plot: When a popular food blogger falls in love with a passionate chef, she accidentally leaves a scathing review for his new restaurant.
‘God Only Knows’ (2019)
Plot: Three middle-aged siblings with wildly different personalities struggle to make it through the Easter holidays as the brother suffers one of his psychotic episodes.
‘Mitra’ (2021)
Plot: Thirty-seven years after her daughter Mitra was executed in Iran and she fled her home country, Haleh leads a successful life as a renowned academic in the Netherlands. Her peaceful existence is shaken by the arrival of a woman she believes may be the traitor responsible for Mitra’s death.
Dates: June 16-25
Scheduling & ticketing: WeChat miniprogram “百老汇影城”
Venue 1: Broadway Cinematheque, 5/F, MixC World, Nanshan District (万象天地五楼深圳百老汇电影中心)
Metro: Line 1 to Hi-tech Park Station (高新园站), Exit A
Venue 2: Palace Cinema, 4/F, Raffles City, Nanshan District (来福士广场四楼深圳百丽宫影城)
Metro: Line 9 to Nanyou Station (南油站), Exit E(SD News)
ARTICLE FROM: Shenzhen Daily