Raglan Film Festival 2016

RAGLAN FILM FESTIVAL 2016

Friday 16 September – Friday 23 September

An exciting, inspiring line-up of films from around the world screening from Friday 16 September until Friday 24 September.

Plus, join us for our RAFFA (Raglan Arts Film Festival Awards) night Saturday 24 September. Bookings for the RAFFA evening are essential!

Each screening will also include RAFFA-nominee shorts. Licensed bar & homemade snacks on sale. Adults $14, Concession $12, Children $8. Book online:raglanmovies.nz. Tickets for the RAFFA night Saturday 24 September, including a delicious buffet meal are $35 or $30 for Old School members

All feature films are preceded by selected short film nominees in the Raglan Arts Film Festival Awards.

What to Watch at the 2016 Raglan Film Festival

Monterey

Friday 16 September, 8pm & Thursday 22 September, 7pm.

In Auckland's Grey Lynn, Mira and Paul have created their dream – a warm and homely café with a proudly Samoan kitchen crew at its core. But when a young and ambitious chef from the UK is introduced into the mix, tensions boil over and this once tight-knit café family is forced to re-examine its roles and loyalties. “This is not a highly eventful film. But it has weight….Burd has done a lovely job of capturing a chapter in the life of Auckland.” Metro.

Documentary | 87 minutes | M Offensive language |New Zealand.

Rams

Saturday 17 September, 5.30pm & Wednesday 21 September, 7pm.

Despite living side-by-side in a remote Icelandic farming valley, sheep-herdingbrothers Gummi and Kiddi haven’t spoken in 40 years. When communication is required, Kiddi’s dog trots between houses carrying handwritten notes between his teeth. But when a disease threatens their rare and precious stock, the pair must put aside their lifetime of hostility to save what’s dearest to them – their sheep.

Un Certain Regard winner Cannes 2015.

"A marvel of deadpan comedy." The Wall Street Journal.

Drama, World Cinema | 92mins| Rating: M Offensive language and nudity| Icelandic with English subtitles | Iceland.

Tickled

Saturday 17 September, 8pm & Tuesday 20 September, 4.30pm.

When New Zealand journalist David Farrier stumbles upon the bizarre world of competitive tickling, he requests a story from the organisers. But the reply he receives is shocking - the sender mocks Farrier's sexual orientation and threatens extreme legal action should he investigate further. Undaunted and even more intrigued to dig deeper, he travels to Los Angeles, where he uncovers a breathtaking web of lies, blackmail, fraud, abuse and online bullying.

“Tickled is a mighty fine wee film. It is brave, occasionally disturbing, always thought-provoking and – still – hugely entertaining. You'll find yourself thinking and talking about Tickled for a long time after the credits have rolled. Very recommended.” Stuff.

Documentary, Festival & Independent | 92mins | Rating: M Offensive language and sexual themes | New Zealand.

The Carer

Sunday 18 September, 4.30pm & Tuesday 20 September, 7pm.

Sir Michael Gifford (Brian Cox) is a retired Shakespearean actor suffering from a form of Parkinson’s that has left him flailing and cantankerous. He’s already alienated a number of carers, so when his daughter hires a sprightly young Hungarian drama student to be his companion, their ensuing – and unlikely - friendship takes everyone by surprise.

“Older movie fans will lap up Brian Cox's new relationship black comedy.” Stuff.

Drama | 88mins| Rating: M Offensive language | UK.

Orphans and Kingdoms

Sunday 18 September, 7pm & Friday 23 September, 5.30pm.

Three teens break into a holiday home on Waiheke Island for a night of partying when the owner unexpectedly arrives. The trio confront and apprehend him, but as night turns into dawn, the lonely man and the troubled teens find a connection in the most unexpected of ways.

Best Feature Film winner, Anchorage International Film Festival.

"A terribly impressive first feature film with genuine pathos and stacks of heart.” Sarah Watt, Sunday Star Times.

Drama, Festival & Independent | 74mins | Rating: RP16 Violence, offensive language, nudity, drug use & suicide | New Zealand.

Song for Lahore

Wednesday 21 September, 4.30pm & Friday 23 September, 8pm.

With the imposition of Sharia law in 1977, Pakistani orchestras were disbanded and musicians vilified, even killed. In 2004, a number of musicians pick up their instruments again and quietly release a number of classical and folk albums. But it is a rendition of Dave Brubeck's “Take Five” that becomes a worldwide sensation and earns them an invitation to New York to perform with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.

“A joyous and riveting film.” Steve Pond, The Wrap

Documentary | 82mins | Exempt | Pakistan, USA.

The Fifth Eye

Thursday 22 September, 7pm.

A probing doco from the directors of Operation 8 that questions New Zealand’s role in the Five Eyes global intelligence-sharing alliance, and relates the improbable tale of the 2008 sabotage of the Waihopai spy base.

“A concise political punch that demands every Kiwi’s attention.” Flicks.co.nz.

“An intelligent, informative and entertaining film. This is serious stuff, deftly done. Recommended” Graeme Tuckett, The Dominion Post

Documentary | 112mins | Exempt | New Zealand.

All feature films are preceded by selected short film nominees in the Raglan Arts Film Festival Awards.

Contact the Old School to reserve a spot or book online (ex RAFFA night) atraglanmovies.nz

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