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Festival10

IN THIS ISSUE

Explore language and culture through international films

From now until mid-April, students and teachers can experience our vast array of first-class international films at Somerville Auditorium, UWA, and Joondalup Pines, ECU. At only $11 for student tickets and $15 for standard tickets, why not immerse yourselves in Festival 10.

Education Program Supported by Rio Tinto and Department of Education

Lotterywest Festival Films supported by Lotterywest, The University of Western Australia, The West Australian, ANZ, 720 ABC Perth, Edith Cowan University, Must Winebar, Watershed Premium Wines
 
AMREEKA (M)

AMREEKA (M)

In English with some Arabic (subtitled in English), Amreeka reminds us of the importance of family and the sacrifices we make for those we love. Muna is a Palestinian woman struggling with life in the military occupied West Bank. She decides to uproot herself and her son and head for greener pastures in Amreeka (America), where she unexpectedly faces prejudice at every turn.

Somerville (UWA), 8–14 Feb, Joondalup Pines (ECU), 15–21 Feb BOOK NOW 9321 6831
 
THE NORTH FACE (M)

THE NORTH FACE (M)

The Eiger is one of the most treacherous of all Alpine peaks. In 1936, with Nazi propaganda and the ethos of Aryan physical attainment rife, the nation’s youth are urged to conquer on its near-vertical unclimbed route. Toni and Andi accept the challenge and the conditions endured by the pair simply defy belief. In German, Swiss German, French and Italian with English subtitles, The North Face is an action-packed, compelling and extremely well-crafted film.

Somerville (UWA), 15–21 Feb, Joondalup Pines (ECU), 22–28 Feb BOOK NOW 9321 6831
 
FREEDOM (M)

FREEDOM (M)

A Gypsy family travels the French roads during WWII, when new laws are introduced, forbidding them from continuing their nomadic life. With the impending threat of arrest and camp internment, a kindly mayor and schoolteacher protect the Gypsies and help them to secure a plot of land. However, staying in one place proves a challenge. Freedom is presented in French with English subtitles and delivers an extraordinary insight into the troubled history of the Gypsies.

Somerville (UWA), 1–7 Mar, Joondalup Pines (ECU), 8–14 Mar BOOK NOW 9321 6831
 
THE SICILIAN GIRL (M)

THE SICILIAN GIRL (M)

In 1991 Rita Atria visited anti-Mafia judge Paolo Borsellino to denounce the Mafia system responsible for the murder of her father and brother. It was the first time that a woman from a Mafia family broke the villagers' code of silence, turning state witness. Inspired by a true story, this is Italian cinema at its finest. The Mafia lifestyle of the period is powerfully portrayed, recounting a major turning point in Sicily’s war against organised crime. The Sicilian Girl is presented in Italian with English subtitles.

Somerville (UWA), 5–11 Apr, Joondalup Pines (ECU), 12–18 Apr BOOK NOW 9321 6831
 

These are just a few of the many great events coming to Perth in 2010. Check out perthfestival.com.au for the full line-up.
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