13-15 September 2019

GlasgowYouth

FilmFestival

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Welcome to Glasgow Youth Film Festival 2019. We are a group of young programmers, aged from 15 to 19, and we cannot wait to share our festival with you. We’ve been working hard all summer to put together a fantastic weekend and we’re sure that you’ll have as much fun at the festival as we’ve had organising it. This year’s GYFF takes you on a trip around the world. We’ll be visiting France with Stars by the Pound, Norway with Phoenix and Canada with Drag Kids. We’ve also got some modern classics in there too, Coraline, Fantastic Mr Fox and finishing up our festival with the Closing Gala Scott Pilgrim vs the World. Plus, if you’re interested in filmmaking, we’ve got two workshops and interviews with some of the stars of our films. You’re in for a great weekend and we can’t wait to see you there! GYFF Young Programmers 2019Tiana Aujla, Nadia Coia, Matthew Cowan, Alex Cunningham, Seyma Dag,Sadie Dibble, Eve Grant, Kayleigh Keany, Orla Kelly, Rosa Love, Fraser Mallon, Matthew McAfferty, Ethan McKenna, Emily Ormiston, Ambra Osadiaye, Isobel Speirs.

Want to join the team and be a Young Programmer for Glasgow Youth Film Festival 2020? Email gyff@glasgowfilm.org for more information.

Book tickets at: glasgowfilm.org/gyff | 0141 332 6535

All GYFF films are £5.50 with a 15-25 CardIf you are aged between 15 and 25, you can order your 15-25 Card for free from GFT Box Office or online glasgowfilm.org/student

Standard Ticket prices Weekend Pass: £30 - terms and conditions apply.Adult: £10.5015-25 Card: £5.50Concession: £7.50CineCard holders: £1.50 off every full price ticketChildren (aged 14 & under): £5.50Concessions apply to children (under 16), full-time students, over-60s, Jobseekers Allowance or Income Support recipients and registered disabled people. Please produce proof of eligibility when purchasing or collecting tickets.Into Industry Sessions are FREECertification: Films awaiting BBFC certification are marked CTBC. Films not being certified are marked N/C with a suggested age recommendation.

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Opening Gala: The Farewell Friday 13 September (20.30) | GFT

Closing Gala: Scott Pilgrim vs The World Sunday 15 September (Doors: 18.00, Film: 18.45) | Maryhill Burgh Halls

Chinese-born Billi (a heart-felt performance from Awkwafina, Crazy Rich Asians) lives in New York City with her parents. When Billi’s beloved grandmother, matriarch Nai Nai, is diagnosed with terminal cancer, the family decide not to tell her. To spend time with Nai Nai the family return to China under the guise of a wedding. As Billi grapples with keeping the secret and struggles to navigate family expectations, she grows closer to them. A funny and uplifting tale from writer/director Lulu Wang, based on an actual lie.Director Lulu Wang Cast Awkwafina, Tzi Ma, Diana Lin, USA 2019, 1h40m, PG

Edgar Wright’s love letter to video games returns for an exciting event brought to you by the GYFF team. Scott must battle the League of Evil Exes in order to win the heart of Ramona Flowers, the girl of his dreams. All tickets £5.50. Bring your best Ramona wig and prepare to power up with some pre-film activities.Director Edgar Wright Cast Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jason Schwartzman, USA 2010, 1h52m, 12A: contains moderate violence, sex references and bleeped strong language.

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Take 2: CoralineSaturday 14 September (11.30) | GFT GYFF takes over GFT’s weekly Saturday morning family screening. In this dark fairytale based on the novella by Neil Gaiman, Coraline discovers a magical world that looks just like her own - but a million times better. However, staying in that world comes at a terrible cost, and Coraline learns to be careful what you wish for. Free tickets available for Kidz Card or Young Scot Card Holders. For information on how to get free tickets visit glasgowfilm.org/take2Director Henry Selick Cast Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Keith David, USA 2009, 1h40m, PG: contains mild threat, scary scenes and one use of mild language

Late Night: HeathersFriday 13 September (23.00) | GFTBefore Mean Girls and Clueless, there was Heathers. Dark, cynical and crammed with whip-smart dialogue, the teen cult classic (now a popular stage show) follows high school good girl Veronica (Winona Ryder), as she teams up with misfit outsider JD (Christian Slater) to exact revenge on her former best friends, The Heathers. Just how far is Veronica willing to go when it comes to making the popular kids pay? Director Michael Lehmann Cast Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, Shannen Doherty, USA 1988, 1h43m, 15

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GYFF: ShortListedSaturday 14 September (13.30) | GFTCurated by the GYFF team, this selection of shorts comes from young filmmakers from Scotland and beyond. Come along to see the best in new short filmmaking. For a full list of selected films, visit glasgowfilm.org/gyff Directors Various, 51m, N/C 15+

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;Surrection Saturday 14 September (14.45) | GFTPresented with Scotland Loves Anime - the sequel to the original series, brand new anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;Surrection sees the return of fan favourite Lelouch. Afterlosing Lelouch to bring about peace, his friends face a new struggle that threatens his legacy. The lost hero must return in order to protect his loved ones, and bring peace to the world once more. Director Gorô Taniguchi Cast Jun Fukuyama, Yukana Nogami, Takahiro Sakurai, Japan 2019, 1h52m, subtitles, N/C 15+

Drag KidsSaturday 14 September (20.30) | GFTFour young drag queens, Queen Lactatia, Laddy GaGa, Suzan Bee Anthony and Bracken Hanke, meet and perform together for the first time in Montreal. This uplifting documentary looks at the world of pre-teen drag and highlights how important this meet-up is to both the kids and the parents. Get ready for wigs, vogue-ing and a whole lot of Lady Gaga tunes.Director Megan Wennberg, Canada 2019, 1h20m, N/C 15+

Phoenix + Q&ASaturday 14 September (17.30) | GFTTeenager Jill looks after her younger brother and her mother, who struggles with mental health issues. In the face of tragedy, Jill is forced to keep secrets that threaten to tear her family apart. Could the arrival of their musician father Nils change everything? A heartfelt drama with fantastical elements, Phoenix profiles the results of a child being forced to grow up too soon. Followed by a Q&A with director Camilla Strøm Henriksen and actor Ylva Bjørkaas Thedin.Director Camilla Strøm Henriksen Cast Ylva Bjørkaas Thedin, Maria Bonnevie, Sverrir Gudnason, Norway 2019, 1h26, subtitles, N/C 15+Content warning: contains suicide theme.

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The Biggest Little Farm + Skype Q&ASunday 15 September (16.00) | GFTJohn and Molly Chester, together with their beloved dog Todd, move from LA to Apricot Lane where they intend to turn 200 acres of barren land into a sustainable farm. Featuring breathtaking cinematography, The Biggest Little Farm is a triumphant tale with a whole host of loveable livestock that will leave you smiling for days.Followed by a Skype Q&A with director John Chester.Director John Chester, USA 2019, 1h31m, PG

Family Gala: Fantastic Mr Fox Sunday 15 September (Doors 13.00, Film start 13.30) | Maryhill Burgh HallsDirector Wes Anderson and an all-star cast bring Roald Dahl’s classic novel to life in gorgeous stop-motion animation. Mr Fox’s farm-heists have gone too far and now the ruthless farmers have decided to put a stop to them for good. Mr Fox and friends must join forces to outwit the farmers and save their homes. All tickets £5.50, or a family ticket of four for £15.Join us before the film for animal mask making!Director Wes Anderson Cast George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray, USA 2009, 1h27m, PG

Stars by the PoundSunday 15 September (13.30) | GFTLois desperately wants to be an astronaut but after discovering that her weight might hold her back, she thinks all is lost. But after she is hospitalised, Lois meets up with three kindred spirits, Amelie, Stannah and Justine. The group take off on their own adventure, determined to help Lois find her way to the stars in this cosmic coming-of-age comedy. Director Marie-Sophie Chambon Cast Lauren Duchêne, Angèle Metzger, Pauline Serieys, France 2019, 1h25m, subtitles, N/C 15+

15-25 CARDAged 15-25? Want to see essential cinema for less? Join our free 15-25 Card scheme and get standard GFT tickets for just £5.50. You’ll also earn loyalty points for every pound you spend on cinema tickets. Claim back your collected points for free tickets!

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Glasgow Film Festival Presents: Finding Your Feet in Film Saturday 14 September (12.00) | GFTInterested in a career in film? Not sure how to get started or what role would suit you best? Scotland’s young filmmakers share their experience and advice on finding your feet in the film industry.Places are free but must be booked in advance at glasgowfilm.org/gyff1h, Recommended age 15+

BAFTA Scotland presents: A Day in the Director’s LifeSunday 15 September (12.00) | GFTEver wondered what happens after a director calls cut? Find out in this inspiring session exploring what a day in a director’s life is like. Places are free but must be booked in advance at glasgowfilm.org/gyff1h, Recommended age 15+

Into Industry Sessions

Schedule

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Sunday 15 September

Opening Gala: The Farewell GFT

GFF Presents: Finding Your Feet in FilmTake 2: Coraline

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BAFTA Scotland presents: A Day in the Director’s Life GFT

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;Surrection GFTGYFF: ShortListed GFT

Late Night: Heathers GFT

Family Gala: Fantastic Mr Fox Maryhill Burgh Halls

Phoenix + Q&A GFT

Stars by the Pound GFT

Drag Kids GFT

The Biggest Little Farm + Skype Q&A GFTClosing Gala: Scott Pilgrim vs the World Maryhill Burgh Halls

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VenuesGlasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RB glasgowfilm.org | 0141 332 6535.

Maryhill Burgh Halls, 24 Gairbraid Ave, Wyndford, Glasgow G20 8YE maryhillburghhalls.org.uk

GYFF is an operating name of Glasgow Film Theatre, a charity registered in Scotland No SC005932.

For access information visit glasgowfilm.org/gyffaccess