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Image Of Black Women Film Festival 2009 – African Descent Women In Cinema – 5th Anniversary : 27th – 29th March 2009
Tricycle Theatre, 269 Kilburn High Road, London NW6 7JR
Box Office 0207 328 1000
Nearest tube Kilburn on the jubilee line
Images of Black Women Film Festival unveils our exciting programme for 2009! Back at the Tricycle Theatre for our 5th year, we look forward to welcoming you to our evenings, filled with fantastic films, celebrity Q&As panels, workshops, and great company. Why not buy a festival pass have a great weekend with friends, family, that special person, or come on your own for that one special film you want to see! ON YOUR WAY HOME DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP YOUR FREE GIFT FROM SOME OF OUR SPONSORS INCLUDING A HANDY SIZED BOTTLE OF PALMERS COCOA BUTTER FORMULA.
Book early to get that special rate, and why not find out about our group bookings buy 5 get the sixth one free!
To Find Out More Call the Tricycle Box Office Now 0207 328 1000.
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Programme
From a Whisper
IBW proudly features the European Premiere of ‘From A Whisper’, which is an endearing tale of two parallel lives of an artist and an intelligence officer; both indirect casualties on the August 7 US Embassy attack in 1998. They find comfort in the help they give each other to come to terms with the loss of their loved ones who they have been mourning for the last 10 years.
Q&A with Director Wanuri Kahiu
Friday 27th March
8.00pm (85 mins)
The Secret Life of Bees
based on the Best Selling book by Sue Monk Kidd set in 1964, South Carolina. It’s an enchanting parable of hope and love. Singing sensations Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys and Jennifer Hudson star alongside British born and Oscar nominated actress Sophie Okonedo brings the bewitching tale by Gina Prince Bytheswood to life.
Saturday 28th March
2.45 pm (110 mins) ‘
“Hair Piece” and “Alma’s Rainbow”
Short: “Hair Piece” animated depiction of the antics performed by many black women in an effort to control their hair. Also by Ayoka Chenzira “Hair Piece” is followed by “Alma’s Rainbow” a hip urban sitcom with sepia-toned flashbacks. which recalls Spike Lee’s first film, “She’s Gotta Have It.” The heart of the movie is the struggle between Alma and Ruby . Her live-for-the-moment manner sets an example for both mother and daughter, allowing Alma to take a Rainbow’s transition from a street-dancing tomboy into a more sexually self-assured young woman. + Q and A with Ayoka Chenzira:
Saturday 28th march
4:45 – 6:30pm (10 mins + 85 mins)
Adult workshop
by DFG: Documentary film production
The Documentary Filmmakers Group- DFG is the national organisation working to promote documentary filmmaking talent and innovation in the UK . A single aim links all their work to encourage, stimulate, promote and support the growth of a strong community of documentary filmmakers and film audiences.
Sunday 29th March
11:00am-1:00pm
Short Film Competition Award
The IBW Independent Film Makers Competition has grown year on year, and this is the section where the eagerly anticpated results of the compeition will be announced. Out of over 40 entries 10 finalists were sifted, and the winner will be presented with her coveted prize of her film being shown and receipt of her prize money
Sunday 29th March
1:30pm – 2:15pm
AFRO SAXONS By Rachel Wang
Afrosaxons – An entertaining and engaging documentary giving an insight into the world of Afro hair politics. The film follows four hair stylists preparing to create bold and innovative Afro styles for the Black Beauty Hair Awards in London. Hairdressers – scissors at the ready. Then enjoy the Q&A Panel with Rachel Wang!
Sunday March 29th
2:30pm – 4:15pm (84 mins)
Johnny Mad Dog by Jean-Stephane Sauvaire
Johnny Mad Dog which closes the festival is an emotive film that tells the chilling tale of the phenomenon of the child soldier, and the effect his actions has on the strong central female character – Laokole after Johnny’s “men” raid her town.
As the film progresses, it becomes apparent that Johnny is desparate to break from the cycle of violence to which fate has condemned him and his “men”. Winner of the Cannes Film Festival 2008, Prize of Hope Award.
A insight into “real” life on the streets that could make for a sobering concoction of emotion, survival and realism. A must see for youngsters in London who think they have a “hard knock life”. Very strong performances from both child actors.
Sunday March 29th
4:30pm – 6:30pm (97mins)
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We do hope you will join us for this fascinating weekend, when we look forward to meeting you for debate on our celebrity panels, fun at our films, and education at our workshop. Why not join us for the whole weekend. Don’t forget anyone buying a pair of tickets on February 14th could win a belated Valentines treat courtesy of IBW with the cost of your tickets being refunded when you attend the Festival! But you have to be in it to win it!
Buy your tickets now:
Tricycle Box Office Tel: 0207 328 10 00.
Film Festival Enquiries:
General: 0203 177 3902
Media: 0203 177 3908
Contact via online form: http://www.imagesofblackwomen.com/2009/Contact%20Us.htm
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