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Greg Mclean's first feature is technically impressive, using high definition cinematography to vividly capture the isolation of Australia's outback. Nathan Phillips and John Jarratt portray their characters with true conviction. But as a genre film something is lacking, maybe it's the middle act that doesn't seem to be there. We get no insight into the killer's motivation, instead we're forced to witness a series of graphically violent scenarios. Exercise caution before seeing Wolf Creek. If you're prone to nightmares, it could be a harrowing experience.
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Saturday, 18th May
21:30
High Lane
A group of friends on vacation decide to venture onto a mountain trail that has been closed for repairs. The climb proves more perilous than expected. As they realise that they are not alone, their adventure quickly becomes a fight for survival. Directed by Abel Ferry and stars Fanny Valette, Johan Libéreau and Raphaël Lenglet. (From France, in French and English) (Horror) (2009) (Rpt) MAV (V)
21:40
Amelie
Mischievous Amélie lives alone and works in a café. When she finds a trove of toys hidden for 40 years behind a baseboard in her apartment, she sets out to find the owner. This impulse of generosity sparks more benevolent acts, and along the way, she discovers love. This engaging and beautiful film has delighted audiences around the world. Nominated for five Academy Awards. Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and stars Audrey Tatou, Mathieu Kassovitz and Serge Merlin. (From France, in French) (Romantic Comedy) (2001) (Rpt) M (S,N,A)
23:45
Worlds Apart
Based on a true story, a young girl is torn between her conscience, religion and passion when she is forced to make a choice between her faith and her feelings for a man who does not belong to her family's church, the Jehovah's Witnesses. Nominated for three Bodil Awards in 2009, including Best Film. Directed by Niels Arden Oplev and stars Rosalinde Mynster, Pilou Asbæk and Jens Jørn Spottag. (From Denmark, in Danish) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) M (A,L)
Sunday, 19th May
23:15
Breakfast On Pluto
In the 1970s, a young transgender foundling, Patrick 'Kitten' Braden, comes of age by leaving his Irish town for London, in part to look for his mother and in part because his gender identity is beyond the town's understanding. Nominated for a 2006 Golden Globe for Best Actor (Cillian Murphy). Directed by Neil Jordan and also stars Stephen Rea, Eva Birthistle and Liam Neeson. (From the UK) (Drama) (2006) (Rpt) MAV (V,L) CC
Monday, 20th May
13:00
Dragon Tiger Gate
Based on Tony Wong's long-running comic book series. Dragon and his brother Tiger emerge from the back streets of Hong Kong to help the powerless fight injustice. Nominated for Best Action Choreography at the 2007 Hong Kong Film Awards. Directed by Wilson Yip and stars Donnie Yen, Nicholas Tse and Shawn Yu. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Action/Adventure) (2006) (Rpt) M (V)
00:05
Election 2
As election time nears, current triad chairman Lok faces competition from his godsons. Jimmy is the perfect candidate: smart and entrepreneurial. Even the Chinese authorities are interested in what Jimmy has to offer. The only problem is, Lok isn't one who gives up power easily. Winner of the Hong Kong Film Critics Society Award for Best Film in 2007. Directed by Johnnie To and stars Louis Koo, Simon Yam and Nick Cheung. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Mystery/Crime) (2006) (Rpt) MAV (V)
Tuesday, 21st May
23:00
Night And Fog
Hong Kong filmmaker Ann Hui paints a realistic picture of domestic violence in this dark family drama. Beginning at the end of the story, the film opens with the brutal murder by a man of his wife and daughters. Going back through witness testimonies and flashbacks, we learn how turmoil and violence lurked underneath the surface of a seemingly idyllic family. Nominated for three Hong Kong Film Awards in 2010, including Best Director. Stars Simon Yam, Jingchu Zhang and Amy Chum. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese and Mandarin) (Drama) (2009) MAV (A,V)
Wednesday, 22nd May
23:10
Brick
Brendan Frye is a loner, someone who knows all the angles but has chosen to stay on the outside. When his ex-girlfriend Emily turns up dead, he is determined to find out why, and plunges into the dark and dangerous underworld of a high school crime ring. Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival. Directed by Rian Johnson and stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lukas Haas and Emilie de Ravin. (From the US) (Mystery/Crime) (2005) M (V,D) CC
00:05
Accused
On the surface, Henrik and Nina Christofferson are a seemingly ordinary couple with a happy family life. But their 14-year-old daughter, Stine, has a habit of telling lies in class. When Stine accuses her father of sexual abuse, and is believed by seemingly eager social workers, their family is thrust into crisis. Nominated for the Golden Bear at Berlin in 2005. Directed by Jacob Thuesen and stars Troels Lyby, Sofie Grabol and Kirstine Rosenkrands Mikkelsen. (From Denmark, in Danish) (Drama) (2005) (Rpt) MA (A)
Thursday, 23rd May
00:10
Estomago: A Gastronomic Story
After landing a job in a diner to pay for his meal, a tramp proves to be a talented cook as he works his way up in the hospitality world and falls for a prostitute who is taken with his culinary skills. A multi-award winning film, including the 2009 Cinema Brazil Grand Prize for Best Film. Directed by Marcos Jorge and stars Joao Miguel, Fabiula Nascimento and Babu Santana. (From Brazil, in Portuguese) (Drama) (2007) (Rpt) MAV (N,L,S,N)
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