Fire in Babylon + Discussion with Lecturers in Carribbean and British History! (2010)
Part of the Films + Discussion
| Director: | Stevan Riley |
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| Certificate: | BBFC 12A |
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| Format: | DVD |
| Language: | English |
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ABOUT THE FILM
They brought the world to its knees, and a nation to its feet.
Fire In Babylon is the breathtaking story of how the West Indies triumphed over its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history. In a turbulent era of apartheid in South Africa; race riots in England and civil unrest in the Caribbean, the West Indian cricketers, led by the enigmatic Viv Richards, struck a defiant blow at the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undisputed skill, combined with a fearless spirit, allowed them to dominate the genteel game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terms. This is their story, told in their own words.
Fire in Babylon was premiered in May 2011 in London and received strong reviews.
+ DISCUSSION!
After the film there will be a discussion with the audience with Dr Diana Paton, Reader in Caribbean History, Newcastle University, Martin Farr, Senior Lecturer in British History, Newcastle University, and Dr James Procter, Reader in Modern English and Postcolonial Literature, Newcastle University.
Tickets:
£5 / £3.50 (concessions)
Or online £4.50 here http://www.wegottickets.com/event/139108
Or £1 for all Newcastle University students - if you're a student from newcastle Uni, please email us at info@starandhsadow.org.uk to reserve a ticketOther films in the Films + Discussion:
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Film: Vertigo + Introduction From American History Specialist! (1958)
29 Sep 2011, 7:30 p.m.
One of Hitchcock’s masterpieces, seen as one of the best films ever made, it contains love, fear, sweat and James Stewart in San Fransisco. This is a special screening, as the film will be introduced by a Historian, specialist of American History and of San Francisco!
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Film: Bullitt + Introduction From American History Specialist! (1968)
27 Oct 2011, 7:30 p.m.
“Slick, stylish and ineffably cool, this was perhaps McQueen's defining role. Also mention goes to the unaccredited star of the film; San Francisco.” – EMPIRE MAGAZINE
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Film: Film: The Lost Honour Of Katharina Blum + Discussion With History Lecturer (1975)
24 Nov 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Reminiscent of recent debates regarding the role of the tabloid press, this is an outstanding German movie from the 1970s. The film will be introduced by a German Historian, and there will be time for a discussion afterwards.