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PArts Film Festival 8pp A5 2013 FINAL_Layout 1 18/02/2013 19:46 Page 3 Welcome to the 10th annual film festival which this year brings documentaries from around the world to a screen near you.

To encourage you to explore more, we are offering some fantastic ticket offers enabling you to see a film for as little as 3.

2 PArts Film Festival 8pp A FINAL_Layout 1 18/02/ :46 Page 3 Welcome to the 10th annual film festival which this year brings documentaries from around the world to a screen near you. Over four days you can discover more about the world in which we live in or gain a fascinating insight into people s lives, past or present. To encourage you to explore more, we are offering some fantastic ticket offers enabling you to see a film for as little as 3. We hope you enjoy the festival which also includes live music and post film discussions. Woody Allen: A Documentary Ian Martin Executive Director TICKET AND BOX OFFICE INFORMATION 5.50 ( 4.50 CONCESSIONS), 3.50 UNDER 16s AND STUDENTS Festival Explorer offer: Three different films for 15 ( 12 concessions), 9 under 16s and students Festival Freedom pass: A ticket for every film in the festival 55 ( 45 concessions), 35 under 16s and students Book online at or on

Trashed FRIDAY 15 MARCH, 11AM In Search of Haydn 102mins, No Cert, UK, 2012 Director: Phil Grabsky Cast: Sir Roger Norrington, Frans Brüggen, Ronald Brautigam Phil Grabsky explores the elusive

3 Trashed FRIDAY 15 MARCH, 11AM In Search of Haydn 102mins, No Cert, UK, 2012 Director: Phil Grabsky Cast: Sir Roger Norrington, Frans Brüggen, Ronald Brautigam Phil Grabsky explores the elusive composer, who was the greatest musical innovater of his time. By speaking to the greatest living exponents of Haydn s music, the film sheds light on this often forgotten master and his work. British documentarist Phil Grabsky completes an admirable trilogy with this riveting study of Haydn THE OBSERVER THURSDAY 14 MARCH, 11AM Woody Allen: A Documentary 113mins, Cert 15, USA, 2012 Director: Robert B Weide Cast: Woody Allen, Lettty Aronson, Josh Brolin, Penélope Cruz, Dick Cavett Oscar-nominated filmmaker Robert Weide creates the ultimate film biography. Interviews with actors, writing partners, family and friends provide insight and back story to the often inscrutable filmmaker. I watched this engaging film with a great big smile on my face THE GUARDIAN Sponsored by Bath Spa University FRIDAY 15 MARCH, 7PM Searching for Sugar Man 86mins, Cert 12A, Sweden/UK, 2012 Director: Malik Bendjelloul Cast: Rodriguez, Dennis Coffey, Mike Theodore In this Oscar-nominated documentary two fans set out to discover what happened to the musician Rodriguez, who disappeared from the limelight in the 1970s. They find far more in their quest than they could have hoped for. a heartening, uplifting film THE TELEGRAPH THURSDAY 14 MARCH, 7.30PM Trashed 98mins, Cert 12A, USA, 2012 Director: Candida Brady Cast: Jeremy Irons Oscar winner Jeremy Irons sets out to discover the extent and effects of the global waste problem. This meticulous, brave investigative journey takes us from scepticism to sorrow and from horror to hope. Post-film discussion with the director and representatives from Wiltshire Wildlife Trust and Transcoco. Sponsored by Greenwood Direct Ltd FRIDAY 15 MARCH, 8.30PM Festival Free Friday Knock on Wood MUSIC Knock on Wood is an exciting Latino fusion band playing music with influences from Spain, Mexico, Cuba and Brazil. Drop in, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy some excellent free live entertainment. Sponsored by Wiltshire Wildlife Trust 1

remarkable film that reflects the dilemmas of most small communities, but Niaqornat in North West Greenland, with a population of 59, is in one of the remotest spots on earth.

4 Samsara FRIDAY 15 MARCH, 8.30PM SELWYN HALL, BOX SN13 8NT Village at the End of the World PREVIEW SCREENING 76mins, Cert TBC, UK/Denmark, 2012 Directors: Sarah Gavron, David Katznelson Village at the End of the World is a remarkable film that reflects the dilemmas of most small communities, but Niaqornat in North West Greenland, with a population of 59, is in one of the remotest spots on earth. In partnership with Panache Picture House, Box Chasing Ice SATURDAY 16 MARCH, 11AM Samsara 102mins, Cert 12A, USA, 2011 Director: Ron Fricke Filmed over nearly five years in 25 countries, this spectacular and pristinely photographed film illuminates the links between humanity and the rest of nature, showing how our life cycle mirrors the rhythm of the planet. Sponsored by Green Ginger SATURDAY 16 MARCH, 3PM Chasing Ice 74mins, Cert 12A, USA, 2012 Director: Jeff Orlowski Cast: James Balog, Svavar Jonatansson, Adam LeWinter James Balog risks his career and his wellbeing in pursuit of the biggest story facing humanity. His hauntingly beautiful videos compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breath-taking rate. This Oscar-shortlisted picture is starkly beautiful, alarming and important THE TIMES 2 Sponsored by Bath Spa University

SATURDAY 16 MARCH, 7PM McCullin 93mins, Cert 15, UK, 2013 Directors: David Morris, Jacqui Morris Cast: Don McCullin This poignant documentary tracks the courageous career of Sunday Times photographer

5 SATURDAY 16 MARCH, 7PM McCullin 93mins, Cert 15, UK, 2013 Directors: David Morris, Jacqui Morris Cast: Don McCullin This poignant documentary tracks the courageous career of Sunday Times photographer Don McCullin, who travelled internationally to record conflicts and the turmoil of our world throughout the 1970s. Don't miss this fine film THE OBSERVER Sponsored by Fotospeed SATURDAY 16 MARCH, 9PM ST BARTHOLOMEW S CHURCH, CORSHAM SN13 0BY Nostalgia for the Light 94mins, 12A, France/Germany/Chile/Spain, 2012 Director: Patricio Guzmán Cast: Gaspar Galaz, Lautaro Núñez, Luís Henríquez This beautiful and moving film is based in the Chilean Atacama desert where astronomers search for answers concerning the origins of life. Nearby, a group of women sift through the sand searching for the remains of loved ones, dumped unceremoniously by Pinochet's regime. This is a film of extraordinary beauty THE INDEPENDENT McCullin SUNDAY 17 MARCH, 11AM The Penguin King 78mins, U, UK, 2012 Directors: Sias Wilson/Anthony Geffen Cast: David Attenborough This charming documentary narrated by David Attenborough follows the life of a young King Penguin on the island of South Georgia. The story is often comic, sometimes tragic and ultimately triumphant. Sponsored by Karen Crawford Accountants SUNDAY 17 MARCH, 2PM FOOD & FILM Jiro Dreams of Sushi 81mins, U, USA, 2011 Director: David Gelb Cast: Jiro Ono, Yoshikazu Ono This appetising documentary follows 85-yearold master chef Jiro Ono, owner of the esteemed 10-seat, 200-a-plate Sukiyabashi Jiro restraurant in Tokyo. An engrossing film, it looks at family, tradition and the value of hard work. Enjoy a light bite before the show sushi available in The Pound café from 1pm. SUNDAY 17 MARCH, 5PM Twelve-Seventy (27mins, no cert, UK, 2012) Cabot Circus Cantata (39mins, no cert, UK, 2007) Two remarkable films by artist Neville Gabie, whose Digital Works exhibition is on display at The Pound throughout the film festival. Twelve-Seventy is a film about Semra Yusuf, an Olympic park bus driver who, during construction, swam the distance of her bus route in the Olympic pool. Cabot Circus Cantata brings together 2,000 people from 59 countries, all of whom worked on building the Bristol shopping centre and who sung their native songs in the thick of the concrete building site. Post-film discussion with Neville Gabie 3

6 Gambit THURSDAY 21 MARCH, 11AM & 7.30PM POUND SCREAM - FRIDAY 22 MARCH, 11AM Rust and Bone 120 mins, Cert 15, 2012, France/Belgium, French with subtitles Director: Jacques Audiard Cast: Marion Cotillard, Matthias Schoenaerts, Armand Verdure Ali and his young son Sam hitchhike from unexplained failures in northern France in hope of a better life with Ali's sister Louise in Antibes. Things take a dramatic turn when Ali gets a new job as a bouncer and rescues the glamorous, self-assured Stéphanie from a nightclub brawl. THURSDAY 28 MARCH, 11AM & 7.30PM On the Road 124 mins, Cert 15, 2012, USA Director: Walter Salles Cast: Sam Riley, Garrett Hedlund, Kristen Stewart, Kirsten Dunst, Amy Adams, Viggo Mortense more films coming to the Pound TICKET PRICES 7 ( 6 CONCESSIONS) 4.50 UNDER 16s AND STUDENTS includes a 1 voluntary donation towards our CREATIVE FUTURES FUND MORNING SCREEN TICKET INCLUDES A FREE TEA OR COFFEE BEFORE THE FILM Jack Kerouac s seminal portrait of the beat generation comes to the screen. Aspiring young writer Sal Paradise finds a kindred spirit when he meets the charming, unpredictable Dean Moriarty. They take to the road in search of freedom, inspiration and themselves, encountering many fascinating characters along the way. THURSDAY 4 APRIL, 11AM & 7.30PM The Master 137 mins, Cert 15, 2012, UK Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Cast: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Laura Dern Returning from Navy service in World War II, Freddie drifts through a series of post traumatic stress disorder driven breakdowns. Finally he stumbles upon a cult which engages in exercises to clear the emotions. He becomes deeply involved with them, but does it change anything fundamental in his life? 4

7 FRIDAY 5 APRIL, 11AM & 7.30PM Love (Amour) 125 mins, Cert 12A, Austria/France/Germany, French with subtitles Director: Michael Haneke Cast: Jean-Louis Trintignant, Emmanuelle Riva, Isabelle Huppert Georges and Anne are in their eighties. They are cultivated, retired music teachers. Their daughter, who is also a musician, lives abroad with her family. One day, Anne has an attack. The couple's bond of love is severely tested. THURSDAY 11 APRIL, 11AM & 7.30PM POUND SCREAM - FRIDAY 12 APRIL, 11AM Gambit 89 mins, Cert 12A, 2012, UK/USA Director: Michael Hoffman Cast: Colin Firth, Cameron Diaz, Alan Rickman, Stanely Tucci, Tom Courtney In this remake of the 1966 comedy, an art curator decides to seek revenge on his abusive boss by conning him into buying a fake Monet, but his plan requires the help of an eccentric and unpredictable Texas rodeo queen. THURSDAY 25 APRIL, 11AM & 7.30PM Silver Linings Playbook 122 mins, Cert 15, 2012, UK Director: David O. Russell Cast: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Julia Styles After a stint in a mental institution, Pat Solitano moves back in with his parents. Things get more challenging when he meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own. An unexpected bond forms between them and silver linings appear in both of their lives. TUESDAY 2 APRIL - THURSDAY 4 APRIL Lights, Camera, Action 10am 4pm, Ages 13+, 50 WORKSHOP Have you ever wanted to make a film? If so, take part in this three day film making crashcourse challenge. Write, storyboard, shoot, act, direct and edit your own film with local film-making-on-the-hoof gurus Big State. All you need is enthusiasm and plenty of ideas! No previous experience necessary. The Master

BOOKING INFORMATION How to book Fee free online 24 hours a day at www.poundarts.org.uk Ring the box office on 01249 701628 or visit us.

Payment We accept payment by cash, cheque made payable to The Pound Arts Trust Ltd or credit/debit cards. A 1 transaction charge applies when paying by credit/debit card.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Pound Arts Trust Ltd is grateful for the support from the following: FRIENDS OF THE POUND ARTS TRUST LIMITED Tickets can be held at the box office for collection or posted to you

Concessions & ticket offers These apply to those in receipt of the state pension, full-time students, under 16s, registered disabled and benefit claimants. Carers may be eligible for a free ticket.

Refunds We regret that we cannot issue refunds unless an event is sold out and we can re-sell the ticket.

8 BOOKING INFORMATION How to book Fee free online 24 hours a day at Ring the box office on or visit us. The box office is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm; or until the start of the film. Payment We accept payment by cash, cheque made payable to The Pound Arts Trust Ltd or credit/debit cards. A 1 transaction charge applies when paying by credit/debit card. The debit/credit card charge does not apply for online bookings. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Pound Arts Trust Ltd is grateful for the support from the following: FRIENDS OF THE POUND ARTS TRUST LIMITED Tickets can be held at the box office for collection or posted to you for a handling fee of 75p. Access When booking tickets for films, please let us know if you use a wheelchair or have any specific access requirements. Concessions & ticket offers These apply to those in receipt of the state pension, full-time students, under 16s, registered disabled and benefit claimants. Carers may be eligible for a free ticket. The Festival Freedom Pass and the Festival Explorer are available for films being screened during the four days of the festival only see inside cover for details. Refunds We regret that we cannot issue refunds unless an event is sold out and we can re-sell the ticket. An administration charge of 1 applies to refunds in the event that we are able to re-sell the tickets. Please return tickets for resale to the box office as soon as possible. Friends of The Pound Arts Trust benefit from free ticket exchange contact the box office for more details on how to become a Friend. bulletin Join our weekly bulletin to stay updated on what s on visit to sign up. Karen Crawford A C C O U N T A N T S The Pound Arts Trust Limited, The Pound, Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire SN13 9HX Telephone: box.office@poundarts.org.uk Website: The Pound Arts Trust is a charity limited by guarantee. Charity number Company registration number The Pound Arts Trust Ltd reserves the right to cancel or make alterations to arrangements, programmes or artists in the case of unforeseen circumstances. This brochure is written and produced by The Pound Arts Trust Ltd, designed by Fossil Design Ltd and printed by Corsham Print Ltd. HOW TO FIND US Unless otherwise listed, all the films in this year s festival are at: The Pound, Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire SN13 9HX Why not follow us on and For a map and directions please visit

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