Live event or show

Description

The Dorking Radical Film Festival 2024 showcases independent films by local and national film makers that highlight communities impacted by lifechanging major events. Artist and film maker talks will accompany each screening. On October 18th the award winning Still the Enemy Within will be shown, An uplifting, moving and sad film with a focus on the mining communities that fought against the pit closures 40 years ago. One of the executive producers will introduce the film and there will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end. The Radical Film Festival covers a diverse range of topics from politics, the miner’s strike, knitting and Covid with a common thread of communities coming together against the odds running throughout the festival. Close Knit, which will be screened on October 4th by local artists is an animated documentary which takes a warm and poignant look at the richness and diversity of life and what makes a Close Knit community. The film takes an imaginative leap to look at life beyond the mining industry. All the films will be shown at the Green Room and tickets include the talks.

Event content type

Film/video • Workshop or talk

Audience suitability

Suitable for all

Venue & location

The Green Room, Dorking, 8-10 Reigate Road, RH4 1QD

Event Dates and Times

Friday 18th October - 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Registration/Booking information

Pay for event - Booking required
Booking Email: claire.quinn64@ntlworld.com
Ticket Price: £10
Bookings will be made via the Dorking Halls Box Office which is open daily & can be reached on 01306 881717

Event organiser

Name: Claire quinn
Email: claire.quinn64@ntlworld.com