Introduction to the Purbeck Film Festival
The Purbeck Film Festival is a highly anticipated event that will take place in over 30 venues across Dorset, including churches, community centers, and a museum. This year’s festival promises to be an exciting one, with a range of activities and screenings that are sure to delight film enthusiasts.
New Patron and Highlights
Oscar-winning director Sir Sam Mendes has been announced as the newest patron of the festival. Mendes expressed his delight at supporting the event, which is a great honor for the festival. Some of the highlights of the festival include appearances by the Fox family of actors, a question and answer session with director Dan Pringle and actor Laurent Lucas after the screening of "Die Before You Die" at Durlston Castle, and a special screening of "War Paint: Women At War" with director Margy Kinmonth.
Festival Lineup and Venues
The festival will feature over 90 films and documentaries from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of cinematic talent. The events will run from October 17th to November 2nd, providing plenty of opportunities for attendees to experience the best of international cinema. The festival will take place in various venues across Dorset, including the Mowlem Theatre in Swanage, where a screening of the acclaimed film "The Servant" will be held, followed by a discussion and question and answer session with the Fox family.
Special Screenings and Events
One of the standout events of the festival is the screening of "Die Before You Die" at Durlston Castle, which will be followed by a question and answer session with director Dan Pringle and actor Laurent Lucas. Another notable event is the screening of the documentary "War Paint: Women At War" at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum in Bournemouth, which will be attended by director Margy Kinmonth. These special screenings and events are sure to be popular among attendees, and provide a unique opportunity to engage with the filmmakers and actors.
Conclusion and Short Film Competition
The festival will come to a close on Sunday, November 2nd, with the Purbeck Short Film Competition. This competition has attracted over 2,000 entries, and a selected shortlist will be screened and voted on by a jury and the audience. The winner will be announced at the end of the evening, providing a thrilling conclusion to the festival. With its diverse lineup of films, special screenings, and events, the Purbeck Film Festival is an event not to be missed.
