Haunting anti-hunting documentary

Last Thursday's screening was the documentary A Minority Pastime which deals with anti-hunting issues. It is a very well made, poignant film which makes me feel extremely queasy every time I screen it. It reveals a world which would be otherwise hidden for a lot of city folks.

It also raises questions about the manipulative powers of film editing; you can create instant shock effect by stringing together series of graphic shots. But is it always necessary to underline an ideological message with a lot of blood spatters?

Bryan Griffiths who took part in the film was present to answer any questions. He spoke about the difficulties in finding screening opportunities for this politically sensitive piece.

I think there should be screening space for outspoken documentaries, there is still something called freedom of speech.


November programme

4/11: no screening

11/11: hybrid:arts
This local arts organisation will be screening the latest and greatest work to come out of Hybrid Arts' community projects and resident artists. Films will range from mash up films of extraordinary cycles created by visitors to the Coventry Transport Museum, to stunning 3D animations. Malcolm Neailey is one of their VFX artists who will present his work.

Want to find out more about hybrid:arts? Click here
Want to find out more about Malcolm's work? Click here

18/11: no screening

25/11: Local film maker Bob Harper will present his video works.


Spring programme for 2011:
3 March - 28 April.
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Previous screeners news

Did you know that Chris Pinches and Huw Bowen's production company Entanglement Production, has been awarded third place in the music video category of the Institute of Videography (IOV) award show at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry?

Their video, The Inside, was one of only five short-listed titles within the category and judges were not only looking for exceptional video production standards, but also originality and creative flair.

Well done guys!