24th foyle film festival education programme

to the 24th Foyle Film Festival EducationProgramme which features a diverse array ofscreenings, workshops, and specialpresentations. This year we are pleased toannounce Omniplex Cinemas as sponsors ofwhat is an extended Foyle Film FestivalEducation Programme.

“Omniplex Cinemas are delighted to extend ourparticipation with the 24th Foyle Film Festival.This year in addition to screening six features aspart of the main festival we will sponsor thefestival education programme. Over the lastyears we have seen the importance of the festivalto the community and we are privileged to beinvolved yet again.”Mark Anderson, Operations Director ofOmniplex Cinemas

As the world marks the 10th Anniversary of 9/11,the theme of this year’s festival is ‘On Film:Events That Shook TheWorld’. As well asexploring the impact of 9/11, the post primaryeducation programme broadens its focus toinvestigate other significant events such as theSinking Of The Titanic, the Holocaust, and theCivil Rights Movement.

In addition to the special themed events, theeducation programme includes the usualfascinating mix of curriculum focused screeningsand workshops aimed at primary, post-primary

schools, colleges, and universities. The festival’soutreach film packages take the programme rightinto the classroom, giving schools the flexibilityto tailor screenings to suit their own timetableand with no need to book buses or additionalcover for teachers.

The Foyle Film Festival continues to nurture thenext generation of young filmmakers withongoing support for the CCEA Moving Image Arts(MIA) students – whose work is a highlight of theeducation programme. We are delighted thatMichael Bond continues to sponsor this veryimportant event through the Derry Crystal MIAAwards, which are presented for the winningstudent films.

“Derry Crystal have supported the Foyle FilmFestival now for a number of years and find thequality of entries from the schools has improveddramatically over the years. We are pleased to beable to support this and to foster the skills andimagination of the pupils, the filmmakers of thefuture.”Michael Bond, City of Derry Crystal

We hope you enjoy the programme, and lookforward to welcoming your school to this year’sFestival.

Bernie McLaughlinFoyle Film Festival Director & Programmerwww.foylefilmfestival.org

Welcome

2 FOYLE FILM FESTIVAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME

PRIMARY EDUCATION PROGRAMME

TUESDAY 22, WEDNESDAY 23& THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER @ 10amOMNIPLEX DERRYSPECIAL EDUCATION EVENT:

THE LION KING IN DIGITAL 3DKEY STAGES: 1 & 2AREAS OF LEARNING: LANGUAGE & LITERACY/PDMU/WAU/THE ARTS

An unforgettable story, breathtakinganimation, beloved characters and award-winningmusic set the stage for THE LIONKING, a Disney classic re-released in stunningDigital 3D. THE LION KING follows theadventures of Simba, the feisty lion cub who“just can't wait to be king.” But his enviousUncle Scar has plans for his own ascent to thethrone, and he forces Simba's exile from thekingdom.Alone and adrift, Simba soon joinsthe escapades of a hilariousmeerkat namedTimon and his warm-hearted warthog pal,Pumbaa. Adopting their carefree lifestyle of“Hakuna Matata,” Simba ignores his realresponsibilities until he realises his destinyand returns to the Pride Lands to claim hisplace in the “Circle of Life.”An upliftingmessage of courage, loyalty and hope.A timeless tale for all ages.

“Let's also lionize the visual miracles by 600Disney artisans, who bring the Africanlandscape to stunning life from a raindropfalling gently on a leaf to a spectacularstampede of wildebeests. It's this kind ofanimation artistry that raises The Lion Kingabove the level of superior kid stuff and intothe realm of a royal treat.” Rolling Stone

Director: Roger Allers, Rob MinkoffVoiceTalent: Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons andJames Earl JonesCertificate: URunningTime: 89minutesDistributor:Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Ireland.AT CINEMAS EVERYWHERE FROMOCTOBER 7 (3D/2D digital only).

TUESDAY 29, WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER,& THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER @ 10amOMNIPLEX DERRYSPECIAL EDUCATION EVENT:

DOLPHIN TALEIN DIGITAL 3DKEY STAGES: 1 & 2AREAS OF LEARNING: LANGUAGE & LITERACY/THE ENVIRONMENT/PDMU/WAU

Dolphin Tale is the inspiring true story of abrave dolphin and the compassionatestrangers who banded together to save herlife. Swimming free, a young dolphin iscaught in a crab trap, severely damaging hertail. She is rescued and transported to aMarine Hospital, and given the nameWinter.But without a tail,Winter's chances ofsurvival are poor. It will take the expertise ofa dedicated marine biologist, the ingenuity ofa brilliant prosthetics doctor, and theunwavering devotion of a young boy to bringabout a groundbreaking miracle - a miraclethat might not only saveWinter but couldalso help scores of people around the worldthrough potential advances in prostheticsurgery. The realWinter, who plays herself inthe film, today serves as a symbol of courage,perseverance and hope to millions of people -both able and disabled - who have beentouched by her remarkable story of recoveryand rehabilitation. Dolphin Tale is aheartwarming, fun adventure about thehealing bonds of family, both human andanimal.

USA.2011. Director: Charles Martin Smith.Cast: Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd, Harry Connick Jr.,Nathan Gamble, Cozi Zuehlsdorff, Kris Kristofferson,Winter as herself.Duration: 1hr.53mins. Cert: UDistributor: Warner Bros.

FOYLE FILM FESTIVAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME 3

PRIMARY WORKSHOPS& SPECIAL EVENTS

MONDAY 21 - FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER10am - 2.30pmNERVE CENTRE CREATIVE LEARNING CENTREINTRODUCTION TOSHAKESPEARE:

GNOMEO & JULIETKEY STAGE: 2AREAS OF LEARNING: LANGUAGE &LITERACY/ICT

Film can offer a powerful means ofpromoting literacy and ICT skills inthe modern classroom.This hands-onworkshop will introduce Shakespeareand the language of film, using fun andexciting ICT skills to investigate keythemes in the animated film Gnomeoand Juliet. Pupils will:

• create their own digital film posters,exploring how images are used tocommunicate story and character

• use introductory animationtechniques to understand how tobring stories to life

These exciting workshops can providean introduction to ‘Using ICT’ for KeyStage 2 pupils. There is a maximumof 30 places available on each one-dayworkshop, so please book early toavoid disappointment. Teachersattending will receive relevantresources.www.gnomeoandjuliet.com


FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER @ 10amOMNIPLEX DERRY

ARRIETTY

KEY STAGES: 1 & 2AREAS OF LEARNING: LANGUAGE &LITERACY/PDMU/WAU

Based on Mary Norton’s classic novel TheBorrowers, 14-year-old Arrietty lives underthe floorboards of an old house with herfather and mother.Their peaceful life isdramatically changed when the ever-curious Arrietty accidentally allows herselfto be seen by Sho, a sickly but well-intentioned 12-year-old boy.The fledglingfriendship between the two lonely childrencauses Haru the housekeeper to becomeaware of the borrowers’ existence.Thefamily is forced to choose between stayingin their well established home or leavingfor the uncertainty of the great outdoors.

“Stunningly beautiful and deeplytouching, Arrietty is one of the year’sstand-out animated films.”Simon Reynolds, Digital Spy

“Studio Ghibli has done it again.Arrietty, inspired by the Borrowers novels ofMary Norton, is an incomparably beautifulstory, which effortlessly draws the viewerinto a rarified world… Delicate, thoughtfuland visually unmatched by almostanything we can think of, this is a veryspecial film indeed.” Rob Daniel, Sky.com

Japan.2010. Director: HiromasaYonebayashi.Cast: Saiorse Ronan, Mark Strong, OliviaColman,Tom Holland, Phyllida Law,Geraldine McEwan.Duration: 1hr.34mins. Cert: U

OUTREACH PACKAGE 2THE NIGHTBEFORECHRISTMAS& MORECHRISTMASSTORIES

KEY STAGE: FOUNDATION& KEY STAGE 1AREAS OF LEARNING:PDMU/THE WORLD AROUNDUS/LANGUAGE & LITERACY/REA Scholastic collection ofaward-winning, classicchildren’s books broughtto life in a celebration offriendship, learning andgrowing up: In The NightBefore Christmas thestockings are hung by thechimney with care inanticipation of the arrivalof St. Nicholas.

In Max’s Christmas, thelittle boy is told he can’tstay up to see Santa, buthe sneaks downstairsanyway. Will Santa stillcome if Max is awake?Morris thinks his brotherand sister have betterChristmas presentsin Morris’s DisappearingBag. In Owl Moon a younggirl and her father take amagical, night time walkthrough the snowy woodsin search of the GreatHorned Owl.

Duration: 1hr

OUTREACH PACKAGE 3THE WHEELSON THE BUS& MORE MUSICALSTORIESKEY STAGE: FOUNDATION& KEY STAGE 1AREAS OF LEARNING:PDMU/THE WORLD AROUNDUS/LANGUAGE & LITERACY/THE ARTS

The Scholastic educationseries presents The WheelsOn The Bus – a classicchildren’s story brought tolife with eye-popping artand a lively musical score.In Musical Max, Max stopsplaying his instrumentsafter everyone complains.But the peace and quietdrives them crazy! JosephHad A Little Overcoat thathe absolutely loves, but itis getting old and worn.What can he do with itnow? In Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!everyone’s favourite

insects come to life. In AllThe Colors Of The Earthwecelebrate the colours oflove in this beautiful lyricalstory. Musical Lizzie Firkinwould much rather singand dance than do choresin Keeping House. In HushLittle Baby the belovedlullaby is beautifullybrought to life in thisenchanting musical story.

Duration: 1hr. 7mins


PRIMARY OUTREACH PACKAGES

OUTREACH PACKAGE 1THE VERYHUNGRYCATERPILLAR& OTHER STORIESSING-ALONG WITH SPIDERKEY STAGE: FOUNDATIONAREAS OF LEARNING: PDMU/THEWORLD AROUND US/LANGUAGE &LITERACY/NUMERACY/THE ARTS

Learn how to count when TheVery Hungry Caterpillar eats hisway to amagical transformation.In Papa, Please Get The Moon ForMe, the changing face of themoon fascinates a little girl.Learning to speak doesn’t comeeasily for TheVery Quiet Cricket.When The Mixed-Up Chameleonvisits a zoo, the experienceteaches him themeaning ofbeing true to himself. Imagina-tion is themagic carpet to a rain-bowworld of music in I See ASong. Duration: 32mins

Sing-alongWith Spider:Spider’s songs are fun to share,and learning the words is so easywith special on-screen lyrics.

UK/Director: Graham Ralph.Duration: 28mins

Overall Durationfor Package 1: 1hr

BOOKINGTeachers can book any of thefollowing educational filmpackages to screen in theclassroom on any date andtime from Monday 21November - Friday 2 December2011. No need to book buses,or cover for teachers, we willbring the festival right into theclassroom. We are also willingto arrange screenings outside ofthe advertised festival dates,and normal school hours – forexample as part of After SchoolFilm Clubs. Cost: £2 perpupil. Teachers: Free.Discount given for bookings ofover 100 places.

OUTREACH PACKAGE 6WHAT MAKESME HAPPY?KEY STAGE 2AREAS OF LEARNING: PDMU/THE WORLD AROUND US/LANGUAGE & LITERACY/WAU

What Makes Me Happy? is anaward winning series of shortfilms produced byTheRagdoll Foundation,representing disadvantagedchildren from poorer parts ofthe world and capturing theirpositive spirit and resilience.Even in the poorest parts ofthe world, where childrenhave suffered hunger, abuse,cramped and overcrowdedconditions, exploitations andthe effects of war, childrencan be encouraged to thinkabout what makes themhappy. The RagdollFoundation is dedicated todeveloping the power ofimaginative responses inchildren through the arts.

This package represents fourshort films from series 2 ofWhat Makes Me Happy?, andis filmed in South Sudan,TheNetherlands, Colombia, andVietnam. For further detailsaboutWhat Makes MeHappy?, please see page 12.Duration: 1hr approx.

OUTREACH PACKAGE 5

RIOKEY STAGES 1&2AREAS OF LEARNING:PDMU/THE WORLD AROUNDUS/LANGUAGE & LITERACY

From the creators of Ice Age,Rio is a comedic adventurethat tells the story of Blu, alikeable "nerdy" bird whocan't fly, who embarks upona wild adventure in one ofthe most exotic and magicalplaces on earth where hemakes incredible friends,discovers his inner hero, andfinds that he has what ittakes to soar! Has a goodenvironmental theme,introducing youngaudiences to the naturalworld, but in a fun way.Also deals with issues offriendship and belonging ina very accessible way foryoung minds.

“…with its kaleidoscopeof colour and heaps ofhumour, you’ll be charmed.”Olly Richards, Empire

USA.2011. Director: Carlos Saldanha.Cast: Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway,George Lopez, Jane Lynch, Jamie Foxx,Will I Am. Cert: U

Duration: 1hr.36mins

PRIMARY OUTREACH PACKAGES

BLU-RAY SCREENING


OUTREACH PACKAGE 4SILENT NIGHT:THE STORYOF THE FIRSTCHRISTMASKEY STAGE: FOUNDATION &KEY STAGE 1AREAS OF LEARNING:PDMU/THE WORLD AROUNDUS/LANGUAGE & LITERACY/RE

This is the story of Abib – arather naughty, but at thesame time loveable, donkeythat carried Baby Jesus’Mother Mary all the way toBethlehem. When KingHerod ordered everyone toreturn to the place of theirbirth, all the camels andhorses were very quicklytaken leaving a rathermotley array of animals –including Abib.

Abib did his utmost to avoidselection as he was alsorather lazy but when Josepharrived he was the onlyanimal left. Abib soonrealised that this was noordinary journey and, helpedby his friends, Jaffar theCamel and Orion the Horse,he bravely fought off KingHerod’s soldiers and, like thethree wise men, followed thestar to BethlehemwhereMary gave birth to the littleBaby Jesus. A humorous andmodern re-telling of thegreatest story ever told.

Duration: 50mins

WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER @ 10amTHE NERVE CENTRETHEMED SCREENINGEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:THE HOLOCAUST

SARAH’S KEY (ELLE S’APPELAIT SARAH)

KEY STAGES: 4 & 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/ENGLISH/LITERACY/CULTURAL DIVERSITY/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

Based on the best selling French novel byTatianaDe Rosnay, Sarah’s Key reveals a little-known pieceof Holocaust history – theVel’ d’Hiv roundup, inwhich French police arrested thousands of Jews inParis in July 1942. Julia Jarmond, an Americanjournalist married to a Frenchman, iscommissioned to write an article about thenotoriousVel d’Hiv round up, which took place inParis, in 1942. She stumbles upon a family secret,that will link her forever to the destiny of a youngJewish girl, Sarah. Julia learns that the apartmentshe and her husband Bertrand plan to move intowas acquired by Bertrand’s family when its Jewishoccupants were dispossessed and deported 60years earlier. She resolves to find out whathappened to the former occupants:Wladyslaw andRywka Starzynski, parents of 10-year-old Sarahand four-year-old Michel. The more Julia discovers– especially about Sarah, the only member of theStarzynski family to survive – the more sheuncovers about Bertrand’s family, about Franceand, finally, herself.

“A heartbreaking, wonderfully acted andsuperbly dramatized drama.”Kirk Honeycutt, The Hollywood Reporter

“Passionate, moving and filled with truth.”Le Figaro

France.2010. Director: Gilles Paquet-Brenner.Cast: Kristen Scott Thomas, Mélusine Mayance, Niels Arestrup,Aidan QuinnDuration: 1hr.50mins. Cert: 12A.Language: French, English, Italian, German, with subtitles.

FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER @ 10amOMNIPLEX DERRYTHEMED SCREENINGEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:RWANDAN GENOCIDE

HOTEL RWANDAKEY STAGES 3 (YEAR 10), KS4 & 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/ENGLISH/LITERACY/CULTURALDIVERSITY/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBALCITIZENSHIP

Once you find out what happened inRwanda, you'll never forget. Oscar®

nominee Don Cheadle gives "theperformance of his career in thisextraordinarily powerful" (TheHollywood Reporter) and moving truestory of one man's brave stanceagainst savagery during the 1994Rwandan conflict. Sophie Okonedoco-stars as the loving wife whochallenges a good man to become agreat man. As his country descendsinto madness, five-star-hotelmanager Paul Rusesabagina(Cheadle) sets out to save his family.But when he sees that the world willnot intervene in the massacre ofminority Tutsis, he finds the courageto open his hotel to more than 1,200refugees. Won IFTA, as well asreceiving nominations for an Oscar®,a BAFTA, & a Golden Globe.

“The movie ends on a note of hopeand freedom, which serves to avoidthe essential tragedy it deals with inthe cause of asserting theindomitability of mankind.”Philip French, The Guardian

USA.2004. Director: Terry George.Cast: Don Cheadle, Xolani Mali, Joaquin Phoenix,Nick Nolte, Sophie Okonedo.Duration: 2hrs.1min. Cert: 12A

POST-PRIMARY EDUCATION PROGRAMME


MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER @ 10amOMNIPLEX DERRYTHEMED SCREENINGEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT

THE HELPKEY STAGE 3 (YEARS 9&10) & KS4CURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/ENGLISH/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL & GLOBALCITIZENSHIP/HUMAN RIGHTS/EMU/PSHE

Based on one of the most talked aboutbooks in years and a number 1 NewYorkTimes best-selling phenomenon, THE HELPstars Emma Stone as Skeeter, AcademyAward® nominated Viola Davis as Aibileenand Octavia Spencer as Minny - three verydifferent, extraordinary women inMississippi during the 1960s, who build anunlikely friendship around a secret writingproject that breaks societal rules and putsthem all at risk. From their improbablealliance a remarkable sisterhood emerges,instilling all of them with the courage totranscend the lines that define them, andthe realisation that sometimes those linesare made to be crossed - even if it meansbringing everyone in town face-to-face withthe changing times. Deeply moving, filledwith poignancy, humour and hope, THEHELP is a timeless and universal story aboutthe ability to create change.

“The actors are sublime… It’s anintimate epic…”Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

Director: Tate TaylorCast: Viola Davis, Bryce Dallas Howard, Octavia Spencer,Emma Stone, Sissy SpacekCert: 12ARunning Time: 146 minsDistributor: Dreamworks Pictures

AT CINEMAS EVERYWHERE FROMOCTOBER 26www.thehelpmovie.ie

THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER @ 10amTHE NERVE CENTRETHEMED SCREENINGEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:COMMEMORATING10thANNIVERSARYOF9/11

WORLD TRADE CENTERKEY STAGES 3 (YEAR 10), KS 4, 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

Based on the true-life story of two survivorsof the Twin Towers’ collapse in 2001,WorldTrade Center concentrates not on the evil ofthe terrorists but on the bravery and self-sacrifice of the emergency services. Theheroes of the film are police officers JohnMcLoughlin (Nicolas Cage) andWill Jimeno(Michael Peña) who are buried beneath therubble of the north tower when it collapses.Trapped and badly hurt, the men wait to berescued as, above ground, their wives areanxious to discover if their loved ones havesurvived.

“Director Oliver Stone opts forstraightforward… storytelling told from apersonal view to convey the heroism andhorror of the terrorist attack on NewYork.”Tim Evans, Sky Movies

“With something as life changing as 9/11,you don’t make a disaster movie, you focuson human interest. Respect - the film looksamazing. The reconstruction of GroundZero, the chaos and uncertainty of being inthe building as it shakes itself flat, therestrained panic of (the) victims isbeautifully done.”Angus Wolfe Murray, Eye For Film

USA.2006. Director: Oliver Stone.Cast: Nicolas Cage, Michael Peña, Maggie Gyllenhaal.Maria Bello, Connor Paolo.Duration: 2hrs.9mins. Cert: 12A

POST-PRIMARY EDUCATION PROGRAMME

BLU-RAY SCREENING


MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER10am - 12.30 noonTHE NERVE CENTRETHEMED DISCUSSIONEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:THE HOLOCAUST

THE BOY IN THESTRIPED PYJAMASScreening & Masterclass by The BritishBoard of Film Classification (BBFC)KEY STAGE 3 (YEAR 9&10).CURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/ENGLISH/LITERACY/CULTURAL DIVERSITY/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

This special film event will begin witha brief 20-minute introduction by JohnWagland on the work of the BritishBoard of Film Classification (BBFC).The introduction will be followed by ascreening of the acclaimed film The BoyIn The Striped Pyjamas (1hr.34mins).After the screening John will discusswhat issues the film raised and how itwas rated. This session will give pupilsand teachers an opportunity to makecomments and ask questions.

Please Note: All film clips used in thisworkshop are appropriate for KeyStage 3 (Year 9&10) students. Forfurther information on ageclassifications please visit the PBBFC(Parents’ British Board of FilmClassification) website:www.pbbfc.co.uk.

TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER @ 10am - 12 noonTHE NERVE CENTRETHEMED WORKSHOPEVENTS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD:

REEL STORIES:CLASSIFYING REALEVENTSKEY STAGE 4 & 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: HISTORY/POLITICS/ENGLISH/LITERACY/CULTURAL DIVERSITY/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

In this interactive workshop experiencedBritish Board of Film Classification (BBFC)examiner JohnWagland will focusspecifically on how works, which cover‘real life’, are classified. FromWorld TradeCenter, Schindler’s List, and Saving PrivateRyan, to Hotel Rwanda and The Boy In TheStriped Pyjamas, this masterclass willinvestigate how and why films get theirage ratings, why some works are cut, andhow the BBFC takes context into account.This workshop will also explore howdocumentaries and real stories are treated,and how the BBFC treats issues such asviolence, horror, discrimination andlanguage.

For further information on ageclassifications please visit the SBBFC(Students’ British Board of FilmClassification) website: www.sbbfc.co.uk.

POST-PRIMARY WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL EVENTS


MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER -FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER @ 10am - 2.30pmNERVE CENTRECREATIVE LEARNING CENTRETHEMED WORKSHOP

EVENTS THAT SHOOKTHE WORLDKEY STAGE 4 (YEAR 12), & 6th FORM: GCSE, AS& A LEVELCURRICULUM LINKS: ART/ENGLISH/HISTORY/LITERACY/CULTURAL DIVERSITY/EMU/PSHE/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP/MOVINGIMAGE ARTS/MUSIC

Images and film have shaped ourunderstanding of major world events.In this hands-on workshop pupils willinvestigate special digital resources,exploring the imagery and sounds of thehuman experiences of: The Sinking Of TheTitanic, The Holocaust, The Civil RightsMovement (Both domestic & USA), TheAssassination Of JFK, The Berlin Wall:Creation & Collapse, and The 9/11 TerrorAttacks. Pupils will then use a videoediting software package to create theirown unique ‘digital history book’, makinga powerful visual representation andeven soundtrack to generations of ‘EventsThat Shook TheWorld.’

These exciting workshops are designedto develop and enhance pupils’ digitalliteracy and communication skills.There is a maximum of 30 placesavailable on each one-day workshop,so please book early to avoiddisappointment.

DATE: TBCNERVE CENTRE CREATIVE LEARNING CENTRE

SPECIAL INTERCULTURAL WORKSHOP:

GLOBAL CITIZENS:‘AFRICA UNITED’KEY STAGE 4CURRICULUM LINKS: ENVIRONMENT &SOCIETY/LITERACY/CULTURAL DIVERSITY/GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP/ENHANCE PUPILS’CROSS-CURRICULAR SKILLS

Africa United is a road trip through theheart of Africa. The film follows threeRwandan children as they set off toaudition for the opening ceremony of the2010World Cup in Kigali. Their journeytakes us through 7 African nations andexplores issues of health, wealth andpoverty, genocide and family relationshipsand friendships.

In this hands-on workshop, pupils willexplore global citizenship andcontemporary African nations throughthe experiences of the film’s protagonists.They will then use Google Earth to createtheir own unique virtual tours,researching and mapping out thecharacters’ journey and bringing to lifethe nations and issues they encounter.This exciting workshop is designed todevelop and enhance pupils’ digitalliteracy and communication skills.www.africaunitedmovie.comPlaces available: 30

POST-PRIMARY WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL EVENTS


CCEA MOVING IMAGE ARTS SHOWCASE

WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER @ 10.15amTHE NERVE CENTRE

CCEA MOVING IMAGE ARTSINDUSTRY PRESENTATIONCURRICULUM LINKS: MOVING IMAGE ARTSEach year, the Foyle Film Festival features CCEA MovingImage Arts Day. As part of this special event an industryprofessional is invited to attend and give a talk to MIAstudents. In previous years special guests haveincluded renowned local actor Gerard McSorley, whohas worked with some of the world's greatest filmdirectors such as Neil Jordan, Jim Sheridan, Ridley Scott,Fernando Meirelles, Alan Parker and Paul Greengrass.Students have also been lucky to attend a talk given byIrish director JuanitaWilson. Juanita received anOscar® nomination for her short film The Door, andwas also awarded the Foyle Film Festival's Light InMotion (LIM) Award for Best Irish Short. Juanita's firstfeature film As If I Am Not There was released togreat critical acclaim in 2010. This is a fantasticopportunity for students to gain experience andadvice from top professionals in the film industry.The special guest for this year's MIA IndustryPresentation has still to be announced.Teachers will be informed as soon as detailshave been finalised.

WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER @ 1pmTHE NERVE CENTRE

CCEA MOVING IMAGE ARTSAWARDS CEREMONYCURRICULUM LINKS: MOVING IMAGE ARTS

The 24th Foyle Film Festival continues its support forthe annual showcase of the best short films fromMoving Image Arts students. The Foyle Film Festivalintroduced this unique award a number of years agowith the support and sponsorship of Michael Bondfrom Derry Crystal, and this annual event has just gonefrom strength to strength.

The festival is delighted to once again celebrate andhighlight the talent, imagination, and creativity of theMIA students by awarding the beautiful Derry CityCrystal Awards for the best films. It is with a greatdeal of pride and pleasure that the Foyle Film Festivalprovides a platform for the work of these buddingyoung filmmakers. The festival hopes to be acceptingthe work of MIA students into the Light In Motion(LIM) Competition – which is Oscar® affiliated – in thenot too distant future.


OUTREACH PACKAGE 1WHAT MAKESME HAPPY?KEY STAGES 3 & 4CURRICULUM LINKS: EMU/HISTORY/POLITICS/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL & GLOBALCITIZENSHIP/FOREIGNLANGUAGE & WORLD CINEMA/ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY/LEARNING FOR LIFE & WORK/PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT/THE ARTS

What Makes Me Happy? is anaward winning series ofshort films produced byTheRagdoll Foundation, andwhich representdisadvantaged children frompoorer parts of the world –capturing their positive spiritand resilience. Even in thepoorest parts of the world,where children havesuffered hunger, abuse,cramped and overcrowded

conditions, exploitations andthe effects of war, childrencan be encouraged to thinkabout what makes themhappy. The RagdollFoundation is dedicated todeveloping the power ofimaginative responses inchildren through the arts.The philosophy of theRagdoll Foundation can besummed up by the quotationbelow from Sylvia Ashton-Warner in her book ‘Teacher’:

"I see the mind of a fiveyear old as a volcano withtwo vents; destructivenessand creativeness. And I cansee that to the extent thatwe widen the creativechannel, we atrophy thedestructive one".Sylvia Ashton-Warner

This package represents fourshort films from series 2 ofWhat Makes Me Happy?, andis filmed in South Sudan,TheNetherlands, Colombia, andVietnam, and gives fourdifferent children, of thesame age, from challengingcommunities around theworld an equal opportunityto tell their stories. Using

drama to tell a story, evokingthe spirit of what makesthem happy; the filmscapture the children’spositive spirit, giving them avoice across the miles.

The underlying objective ofeach film was to portraychildren in a positive lightand show their will anddetermination to overcomethe struggles theyexperience every day. Theyintroduce both children andadults to the circumstancesof children living in thedeveloping world anddeprived communities closerto home. This importantproject gives children a voiceand parity, while giving therest of us a differentperspective. TheWhat MakesMe Happy? project haspotential to be a powerfultool to raise awareness andbuild public support aroundissues of global developmentand perceptions of thedeveloping world.

Duration: 1hr approx.

Teachers can book any of thefollowing educational filmpackages to screen in theclassroom on any date andtime from Monday 21November-Friday 2 December2011. No need to book buses,or cover for teachers, we willbring the festival right intothe classroom.

The festival is alwaysinundated with bookings foroutreach screening packagesevery year so please book earlyto avoid disappointment.Alternatively, we are willing toarrange screenings outside ofthe advertised festival dates,and normal school hours – forexample as part of After SchoolFilm Clubs. We try not torefuse any reasonable request.Cost: £2 per pupil. Teachers:Free. Discount given forbookings in excess of 100places.

POST-PRIMARY OUTREACH PACKAGES



OUTREACH PACKAGE 3LIFE IN A DAYKEY STAGES 4 & 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: EMU/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL & GLOBALCITIZENSHIP/FOREIGNLANGUAGE & WORLD CINEMA/ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY/PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT/THE ARTS

A film shot by filmmakersaround the world thatserves as a time capsule togive future generations aglimpse of what it was liketo be alive on the 24 July2010. The crazy world of YouTube is put to sociologicaluse in this ambitiousdocumentary providing asnapshot of a single day.Director Kevin MacDonaldsorted through 81,000submissions from videomakers around the worldand edited down 4,500hours of footage for thiscaptivating movie jigsaw.From Korea to England’sSouth Coast, contributorsshare their hopes and fearsin a way that is bothtouching and funny.

“The result is exhilarating,uplifting and profoundlydisorienting – a dizzying,multi-lingual brew thatwhisks you around theworld in a literal blink ofthe eye…”Neil Smith, Total Film

USA.2010. Director: Kevin Macdonald.Cast: Cindy Baer, Moica, CarynWaechter.Duration: 1hr.35mins. Cert: 12A

OUTREACH PACKAGE 2THE FIRST GRADER

KEY STAGES 3 & 4, 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: EMU/HISTORY/POLITICS/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL &GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP/FOREIGN LANGUAGE & WORLD CINEMA/ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY/ THE ARTS

In a small, remote mountain top primary school in theKenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chancefor the free education newly promised by the Kenyangovernment. One new applicant causes astonishment whenhe knocks on the door of the school. He is Maruge, an oldMau Mau veteran in his eighties, who is desperate to learn toread at this late stage of his life. He fought for the liberationof his country and now feels he must have the chance of aneducation so long denied - even if it means sitting in aclassroom alongside six-year-olds. Moved by his passionateplea, head teacher Jane Obinchu supports his struggle to gainadmission and together they face fierce opposition fromparents and officials who don’t want to waste a preciousschool place on such an old man.

Through Maruge’s journey, we are taken back to the untoldstory of British colonial rule 50 years earlier where Marugefought for the freedom of his country, eventually ending upin the extreme and harsh conditions of the British detentioncamps. It is a triumphant testimony to the transforming forceof education. It also successfully tackles the age-old taboosof ageism, racism, and sexism.

“The uplifting true story of world’s oldest primary schoolstudent, The First Grader reels you in with its human-interesthook, but packs an even more vital agenda: enlisting Kenyanlocals to share little-known details of their nation’sindependence. (D)irector Justin Chadwick’s admirable effortmanages to do more than inspire, educating audiences withan important chapter in African history...” Peter Debruge, Variety

UK/USA/Kenya.2010. Director: Justin Chadwick.Cast: Oliver Litondo, Naomie Harris, Vusi Kunene, Tony Kgoroge, Nick Reding.Duration: 2hrs. Cert:12



OUTREACH PACKAGE 4FIRE IN BABYLON

KEY STAGES 3 & 4, 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: EMU/HISTORY/POLITICS/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP/ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY/LEARNING FOR LIFE &WORK/PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT/SPORT

One of the greatest sports movies of all time.

Fire In Babylon is the breathtaking story ofhow the oppressed people of theWest Indiesfought back and triumphed over its colonialmasters, through the remarkableachievements of one of sport’s most iconicteams. In a turbulent era of apartheid inSouth Africa, race riots in England and civilunrest in the Caribbean, theWest Indiancricketers, led by the enigmatic Viv Richards,struck a defiant blow at the forces of whiteprejudice throughout the world. Theirundisputed skill, combined with a fearlessspirit, allowed them to dominate the game atthe highest level, replaying it on their ownterms. This is their story.

“Superb.” Observer

“Excellent.” The Daily Telegraph

“Compelling.” The Times

“Uplifting… Triumphant.” Sight & Sound

UK.2010. Director: Stevan Riley.Cast: Ian Botham,Viv Richards, Clive Lloyd, Colin Croft,Jeffery Dujon, Joel Garner, Lance Gibbs, Michael Holding.Duration: 1hr.27mins. Cert: 12

OUTREACH PACKAGE 5THE BOY WHO PLAYSON THE BUDDHAS OFBAMIYAN

KEY STAGE 4 & 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS: EMU/HISTORY/POLITICS/GEOGRAPHY/LOCAL & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP/FOREIGN LANGUAGE & WORLD CINEMA/ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY/LEARNING FORLIFE & WORK/PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

For over 25 years, Afghanistan has been atwar. In March 2001, the ruling Talibandestroyed the tallest stone statues in theworld, the 'Buddhas of Bamiyan'. One ofthe refugees who now lives among theruins is an eight-year-old boy called Mir.This astonishingly intimate film exploresthe lives of Mir and his family. Throughsummer, winter and spring we follow Mir'sadventures as he gets into the kind of funand mischief of any 8-year-old boy, againstthe magnificent backdrop of Bamiyan andits ruined statues. As Mir grows, the adultsaround him reveal what life has been likeover the past two decades, a period inwhich hundreds of thousands of childrenlike Mir have been killed. Phil Grabsky'sfilm is a unique portrait of everyday life inmodern Afghanistan.

“An optimistic documentary following arefugee family who live in a cave besidethe ruins of the giant Buddha statuesblown up by the Taliban.”James Benefield, Eye for Film

“…Grabsky captivates audiences with aninnocent boys struggle to make the most ofhis fleeting childhood.”Denise Tan, The Lowell.org

Australia.2004. Director: Phil Grabsky.Duration: 1hr.36mins. Cert: PG

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TUESDAY 29 NOVEMBER @ 5.30pm - 8pmTHE NERVE CENTRE

THE DIY CAREER -CREATING YOUR OWNJOB IN DIGITAL MEDIAThe digital industries are a great, excitingand often very profitable place to work.Unfortunately, there just aren’t that manytraditional 9 - 5 jobs available - and a nearendless supply of people looking to get a start.The good news is that by putting yourcreativity to work you can create your own“DIY career” as a freelance professional orentrepreneur.

Presented by the Foyle Film Festival, inassociation with Digital Derry, this no-nonsense session will feature inspiring localprofessionals who’ve struck out on their ownas freelancers or started their own businessesin the sector. Covering industries from designto TV production, games to music technologywe’ll be discussing funding opportunities,promoting your business, innovative businessideas and how to land your first customer orclient. If you’re looking for the inspiration andpractical know-how to create your own DIYcareer in digital media, this short, fast-pacedworkshop is just the ticket.

Open to the public - all welcome.

TIMETABLE:5.30pm - 6.00pm Arrive, teas & coffees6.00pm - 6.15pm Introduction from

MARK NAGURSKI, Digital Derry6.15pm - 6.30pm Speaker 16.30pm - 6.45pm Speaker 26.45pm - 7.00pm Speaker 37.00pm - 7.15pm Speaker 47.15pm - 7.30pm Speaker 57.30pm - 8.00pm Q&A Panel Session

TUESDAY 29 NOVEMBER @ 10am - 2pmTHE NERVE CENTRE

YOUR FUTURE IN ADIGITAL WORLDKEY STAGES 3 & 4, 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS:SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY/THE ARTS/LEARNING FOR LIFE & WORK

A career in technology, digital media, filmor TV can be extremely exciting andrewarding - but how do you get started?

The Foyle Film Festival, in associationwith Digital Derry, are bringing togethera group of inspiring, young digitalprofessionals and entrepreneurs toanswer that question and tell their ownstories of how they got their start in theindustry. Aimed at young people aged 13 -16+, we’ll talk about the best courses tostudy, getting that first job and evenstarting a digital business.

For young people thinking about acareer in anything from animation to webdesign,TV to games development, this is theperfect place to start. Schools attending willreceive information packs.

TIMETABLE:10am - 10.30am Arrive10.30am - 10.40am Introduction from MARK

NAGURSKI, Digital Derry10.40am - 11am Speaker 1: TV11.00am - 11.20am Speaker 2: Games11.20am - 11.40am Speaker 3: Apps11.40am - 12noon Speaker 4: Music12.00noon - 1pm Lunch1.00pm - 1.20pm Speaker 5: Design1.20pm - 1.40pm Speaker 6: StartUp1.40pm - 2pm Speaker 7: StartUp


TUESDAY 29 NOVEMBER @ 10am - 2pmTHE NERVE CENTRE

YOUR FUTURE IN ADIGITAL WORLDKEY STAGES 3 & 4, 6th FORMCURRICULUM LINKS:SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY/THE ARTS/LEARNING FOR LIFE & WORK

A career in technology, digital media, filmor TV can be extremely exciting andrewarding - but how do you get started?

The Foyle Film Festival, in associationwith Digital Derry, are bringing togethera group of inspiring, young digitalprofessionals and entrepreneurs toanswer that question and tell their ownstories of how they got their start in theindustry. Aimed at young people aged13 - 16+, we’ll talk about the best coursesto study, getting that first job and evenstarting a digital business.

For young people thinking about acareer in anything from animation to webdesign,TV to games development, this is theperfect place to start. Schools attending willreceive information packs.

TIMETABLE:10.00am - 10.30am Arrive10.30am - 10.40am Introduction from MARK

NAGURSKI, Digital Derry10.40am - 11.00am Speaker 1: TV11.00am - 11.20am Speaker 2: Games11.20am - 11.40am Speaker 3: Apps11.40am - 12noon Speaker 4: Music12.00noon - 1.00pm Lunch1.00pm - 1.20pm Speaker 5: Design1.20pm - 1.40pm Speaker 6: StartUp1.40pm - 2.00pm Speaker 7: StartUp

TUESDAY 29 NOVEMBER @ 5.30pm - 8pmTHE NERVE CENTRE

THE DIY CAREER -CREATING YOUR OWNJOB IN DIGITAL MEDIAThe digital industries are a great, excitingand often very profitable place to work.Unfortunately, there just aren’t that manytraditional 9 - 5 jobs available - and a nearendless supply of people looking to get a start.The good news is that by putting yourcreativity to work you can create your own“DIY career” as a freelance professional orentrepreneur.

Presented by the Foyle Film Festival, inassociation with Digital Derry, this no-nonsense session will feature inspiring localprofessionals who’ve struck out on their ownas freelancers or started their own businessesin the sector. Covering industries from designto TV production, games to music technologywe’ll be discussing funding opportunities,promoting your business, innovative businessideas and how to land your first customer orclient. If you’re looking for the inspiration andpractical know-how to create your own DIYcareer in digital media, this short, fast-pacedworkshop is just the ticket.

Open to the public - all welcome.

TIMETABLE:5.30pm - 6.00pm Arrive, teas & coffees6.00pm - 6.15pm Introduction from

MARK NAGURSKI, Digital Derry6.15pm - 6.30pm Speaker 16.30pm - 6.45pm Speaker 26.45pm - 7.00pm Speaker 37.00pm - 7.15pm Speaker 47.15pm - 7.30pm Speaker 57.30pm - 8.00pm Q&A Panel Session

FESTIVALEDUCATION OFFICEthe Nerve Centre7 - 8 Magazine StreetDerry/LondonderryBT48 6HJTel: 028 7126 0562 or 7137 3456Fax: 028 7137 1738Email: [email protected]: www.foylefilmfestival.org

COSTOmniplex Cinema Screenings: £3Nerve Centre Cinema Screenings: £2School based Outreach Screenings: £2Screenings with talks/presentations: £3Workshops: £4Teachers FREE for all educational events

PLEASE NOTE:Educational screenings and workshops are opento schools only. There is no charge for teachersattending festival educational events.A booking fee of 25% of the overall cost mustbe paid in advance in order to secure placeson all events, with the remainder to be paidon or before the day of attendance. Pleasemake cheques payable to Foyle Film Festivaland send F.A.O: FFF Education,the Nerve Centre, 7 - 8 Magazine Street,Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6HJ.

NB. The booking fee is non-refundable.

PROGRAMME CHANGES:All guests attend the festival“schedule permitting”, and maysometimes have to cancel at thelast minute due to unforeseencircumstances. As a result,the Foyle Film Festival reservesthe right to make changes toany aspect of the advertisedprogramme. You will be informedif there is a problem or changewith your booking.

CONTACT & BOOKINGTo book any educational screening,workshop or event, please contact theEducation Co-ordinator Louise O’Connell @028 7126 0562 or 7137 3456. Alternatively, youcan fax your booking to 028 7137 1738, or email:[email protected] can also be posted FAO:Louise O’ConnellEducation Co-ordinatorFoyle Film FestivalThe Nerve Centre7 - 8 Magazine StreetDerry/Londonderry BT48 6HJ

www.foylefilmfestival.org

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