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Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday August 3rd

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 3rd August at 6pm we are screening the British film, Living which offers a career-defining performance by Bill Nighy.

Our 8pm screening is the delightful French film, Driving Madeleine.

LIVING
Living (2022, Drama, UK, rated M, 97 mins)
Cast: Bill Nighy, Aimee Lou Wood, Alex Sharp, Tom Burke.

It's 1950s post-war London and Rodney Williams (Nighy) is a bureaucrat at the tail end of his distinctly unremarkable career.

But a cancer diagnosis from his doctor drives Rodney to review his life and make the effort to achieve something wonderful for those around him whilst he still can.

"One of the best pictures of the year.” - Rolling Stone

View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...

Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members. Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.

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Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday November 14th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 14th November, WFS will be screening the French comedy, Take a Chance on Me. This will be the last film WFS screens for the year.

Please join us from 5:30pm to celebrate our final film night for 2024, catch up with your film friends and enjoy some festive fare platters.

Please note: There will be one screening only for the evening at 6:15pm. There will NOT be an 8pm screening.

Our 2025 film season will begin with our AGM and first film in late February. The exact date will be confirmed through the WFS website and social media.

Thanks to all for your continued support of WFS. Hope to see you there.

TAKE A CHANCE ON ME
France, (subtitles), 2023, Comedy
104 mins, Rated M (strong language)
Cast: Louane Emera, Michel Blanc.

Marie is a young woman who juggles a range of odd jobs to support herself and her father. Despite the precariousness of her income, Marie maintains an positive outlook on life.

But one night, her shift at a café has a string of bad events and she's fired. On top of that, Marie gets fined after a complaint is filed.

In court, Marie begs the judge to waive the fine due to her circumstances. But the Judge refuses to believe her “I’m poor, it’s too late for me” excuse.

Instead, he offers Marie a job as his driver to help her get back on track. It's a chance of a fresh start for Marie and, as she and the judge begin to spend time together and share their stories, she realises there are things a rich and privileged judge can learn about life too.

"A heart-warming film about realising your full potential." - MM reviews

View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 14th November at 6:15pm

Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
Cash only please. All welcome.

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