The British Council is bringing back the 17th edition of the British Film Festival for nine days of virtual screenings.
The films will be more accessible than ever before, with a brand-new commissioned platform taking the cinema experience into homes across Armenia.
From the 19 to 28 February film lovers across Armenia will be able to discover and view iconic works by British directors from the past 20 years for free, as well as a selection of the best short films according to the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA).
The Festival features films from all genres, from dramas to documentaries, as well as several that have won prestigious awards. Films featured in the Festival are: Late Night Shopping, The Warrior (BATFA Award Winner for Outstanding British Film), Red Road (2006 winner of the Cannes Jury Prize), Submarine, Tyrannosaur (2011 British Independent Film Award winner), Lady Macbeth and the Imposter (2012 BAFTA award winning documentary). Every film will be available to watch for free in English with Armenian subtitles.
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The UK’s Charge’ d’Affaires in Armenia, Ambassador Helen Fazey, said:
“I’m pleased that the British Film Festival is bringing some of the best and most creative works of British cinematography to Armenia. This Film Festival is an opportunity to build stronger cultural bridges between our two countries. Films are a great medium for creating connections and understanding. Through the arts we want to create safe spaces for culture, creative exploration and exchange, enabling dialogue and supporting social inclusion.”
Arevik Saribekyan, Country Director Armenia, British Council, said:
‘The British Council’s Film Festival is an opportunity to build stronger cultural and people-to-people connections with the Armenian people.
Given the impact of the pandemic on the arts sector, and recent events in Armenia, we are really pleased to support and promote the work of the film-makers from the UK with audiences in Armenia. It will provide people with the opportunity to take a break from our reality and enjoy some creative visions.’
To find out more, visit: bffam.org
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