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THE PRINCE OF NOTHINGWOOD (15) – 2017 France/Germany 85 mins – subtitled

David Lean Cinema Croydon Clocktower, Katharine St, Croydon

Director: Sonia Kronlund Featuring: Qurban Ali, Sonia Kronlund, Salim Shaheen   The director and often star of 110 films over 30 years, Salim Shaheen is the biggest fish in the tiny pond of Afghan film: as he puts it, "Nothingwood". Exuberant and tireless, with a lifelong love of Indian cinema (and sweet tea), we follow … Continue reading "THE PRINCE OF NOTHINGWOOD (15) – 2017 France/Germany 85 mins – subtitled"

THE BREADWINNER (12A) – 2017 Eire/Can/Lux 94 min

David Lean Cinema Croydon Clocktower, Katharine St, Croydon

Director: Nora Twomey Stars: Saara Chaudry, Soma Chhaya, Laara Sadiq Based on the acclaimed children's book by Deborah Ellis and from the animation studio who made Song of the Sea, The Breadwinner tells the story of Parvana, a young girl growing up in Taliban-controlled Kabul. After her father is imprisoned, she must disguise herself as … Continue reading "THE BREADWINNER (12A) – 2017 Eire/Can/Lux 94 min"