Cycle

From 11.02. To 20.05.2003.

Program of films by David Lean

Program of films by David Lean

 

Films in cycle

In Wich We Serve

(UK, 1942)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Ronald Neame
Synopsis:

War drama taking place in WW 2. This is the story of Torrin a British destroyer boat which has been hit and is sinking. Through flash-backs of survivors who cling onto anything that will float and wait for the rescue, we follow this humane story about them, their families and the ship on which they served and loved... This is an outstanding film starring Noel Coward, who was also the co director with David Lean, as well as producer and screenwriter.

b/w, 115'
PROJECTION:
Tuesday 11.02.2003 AT 19:00

Brief Encounter

(UK, 1945)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Robert Krasker
Synopsis:

The action takes place in London after WW2. A houswife Laura Jesson susreće meets dr Alec Harvey in a cafe of the local train station. Although both are married, they fall in love. They regularly meet every Thursday in a small cafe, even though they are aware that their love stands little chance... The love scenes of the main protagonists, Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard, according to many, are among the most endearing scenes in the history of film.

b/w, 86'
PROJECTION:
Tuesday 11.02.2003 AT 21:00

Madeleine

(1950)

Directed by: David Lean
Synopsis:

The film is based on a historical event that took place in the middle of the 19th century and shook the British justice system. The story is told in flash-backs and shows why Madeleine Smith, a young woman from a well off family from Glasgow, is being prosecuted for a murder of her lover Emile L'Angelier... The jury's ruling, shown in film, was still controversial at the time of the first screening of this film. The director David Lean and the screenwriters Stanley Haynes and Nichola...

b/w, 114 min
PROJECTION:
Saturday 15.02.2003 AT 15:00

Great Expectations

(UK, 1946)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Guy Green
Synopsis:

The version of the classic Charles Dickens story of Pip, an orphaned British boy who is befriended by a mysterious benefactor who enables him to become a gentleman of means... This film won two Oscars (nominated for 4 - including the category the best director and screenplay)

b/w, 118'
PROJECTION:
Saturday 15.02.2003 AT 17:00

The Bridge on the River Kwai

(UK, USA, 1957)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jack Hildyard
Synopsis:

The year is 1943. British soldiers, captured by the Japanese in Siam, are building a railroad from Bangkok to Rangoon. A special platoon led by colonel Nicholson has an order to build a bridge over the river Kwai. That bridge would be a vital road for Japanese war forces. After British officers receive an order to work together with their soldiers, there emerges a moral battle between colonel Nicholson and the Japanese colonel Saito. In spite of the torture that he has to endure, the British off...

color, 161'
PROJECTION:
Saturday 10.05.2003 AT 16:00

Summertime

(UK, USA, 1955)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jack Hildyard
Synopsis:

An American, Jane Hudson, arrives in Venice, on her first trip to Europe. She is hoping to have a romantic love affair. Soon, she meets the handsome Renato Di Rossi and spends a couple of romantic days with him. But, he confesses to her that he is married and has children…

color, 100'
PROJECTION:
Tuesday 13.05.2003 AT 19:00

Ryan's Daughter

(UK, 1970)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Freddie Young
Synopsis:

Ireland, 1916. Rosy Ryan, daughter of Tom Ryan, owner of the local pub, is married to a simple and unattractive school teacher, Charles Shaughnessy. She has a love affair with the British military officer, Randolph Doryan. After they are discovered by the village fool, Michael, people start to gossip. Charles doesn’t pay any attention to what people are saying, and is convinced that Rosy will come to her senses. Soon after, Rosy’s father turns in a few of the IRA members, hoping to e...

color, 206'
PROJECTION:
Saturday 17.05.2003 AT 16:00

A Passage to India

(UK, USA, 1984)

Directed by: David Lean
PHOTOGRAPHY: Ernest Day
Synopsis:

Colonial India, 1924. A young and educated British woman, Adela Quested, arrives in Chandrapore. She is hoping to discover the real India. She meets Dr Aziz and they become friends. Aziz feels comfortable with Adela and soon invites her for a trip. Adela comes back with bruises and accuses Aziz of rape. The ruling British government convicts Dr Aziz, before the legal trial has even begun…

color, 164'
PROJECTION:
Tuesday 20.05.2003 AT 19:00
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