10.00am – 11.40am PARIS LA BLANCHE (Feature Film)
A poignant story of love, commitment, sacrifice and the strength of the human spirit, Paris La Blanche follows Algerian grandmother Rekia whose husband immigrated to France in the 1970s to earn a living. When, after 48 years, his letters suddenly cease – but his cheques continue – Rekia undertakes a gruelling solo trip from her village to Paris to reunite with a husband she hasn’t seen or spoken to in almost five decades. (SUBTITLED)
Judge’s Comments: “A perfect screenplay and an absolute study in acting. Brilliant.”
Paris La Blanche is preceded by a screening of the short film MENUETT. For widow Charlotte, it is like any other Sunday, until the doorbell rings and a stranger surprises her with an exceptional demand. (subtitled)
Judge’s Comments: “So simple, so touching. Storytelling at its best.”
Please note that films have not yet been rated by the BBFC. The licensing authority has requested that unclassified films are rated as 18, to ensure compliance with the Licensing Act 2003. This is not representative of the films’ content, which our industry judging panel has rated as a PG. Unfortunately, under 18s cannot be admitted to this screening.