Film Screenings with Cinema for All – Bliss

BME Film Screenings with Cinema for All.

In conjunction with Cinema for All, we are screening 4 fabulous films which are chosen by some of the diverse women’s groups we work with. These films are not screened in mainstream cinema therefore this a rare opportunity to watch these films in a women only and relaxed environment.

Bliss (15)

Set amidst Turkey’s natural wonders, Bliss is a riveting tale about love, honour, freedom and redemption.

When a 17 year old girl, Meryem, is found unconscious and dishevelled by the side of a lake, her family believes the worst – that her chastity has been lost. To uphold the family honour they turn to an ancient moral code that condemns Meryem to death. A distant cousin, Cemal, is ordered to carry out the task. Instead Meryem and Cemal embark on a surprising journey across traditional and modern-day Turkey in this unforgettable film.

Adapted from Zülfü Livaneli’s international best-selling novel, director Abdullah Oguz’s drama is filled with intensity, vivid cultural clash, fine music and some absolutely stunning scenery (the film was shot on the Sea of Marmara). But ultimately it is the figure of Meryem, a young woman struggling to live in a culture that condones the practice of female honour killings, which gives the film its heart. Meryem’s decision to live, and ultimately, to enjoy her life is the quiet revolution that ignites the entire story. The film will be followed by an informal discussion and refreshments will be provided.

Crèche and travel expenses reimbursed on request. This screening event is suitable for 16+ and open for women only.

Tuesday 8th December 7pm to 9.30pm
Glasgow Women’s Library

Booking

This event is free to attend and you can book below (you will be taken through the shopping cart but no charge will be made) or you can call us on 0141 550 2267.

Our BME Film Screenings with Cinema for All continue at the library this Autumn.

Persepolis (12): Thursday 24^th September, 11.30am to 2pm

Persepolis (based on the graphic novel of the same name) is a movie about a young girl growing up in Iran in the ‘80s, during the Iranian Revolution.

Provoked (15): Friday 16^th October, 7pm to 9.30pm

Based on the true story of Kiranjeet Ahluwlaia who was sentenced in England in 1989 for the first degree murder of her physically abusive husband. The plight of Ahulwlaia was brought to the notice of the British Media by the untiring efforts of some women activists of Southall Black Sisters.

I am a Girl (15): Thursday 26^th November, 11.30am to 2pm

In I am a Girl we meet girls from around the world as they come of age in the way their culture dictates. We see remarkable heart-warming stories of resilience, bravery and humor in this film which acknowledges that being born a girl means you are more likely to be subjected to violence, disease, poverty and disadvantage than any other group.