Faces Places was suggested by our member Anne McGrath.
In her penultimate film, iconic French filmmaker Agnès Varda teams up with enigmatic photographer JR on a unique trip around France.
Recognising a like-minded soul in each other, Varda and JR set out together to explore the villages and small towns of rural France. Journeying in JR’s van-sized Polaroid camera, the two create a series of large-scale portraits of the people they meet, plastering the results across unconventional locations around the country – even finding time to put a shot of Varda’s toes on a passing train. Her fascination with people is matched by JR’s enthusiasm and together they make a delightful, perfect odd couple. Winner of the Golden Eye Award at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival, Faces Places is a heart-warming portrait of community and a paean to friendship.
Please note, the screening on Monday 20 April is our free members' screening, and booking for this will open on Thursday 16 April at 18:00. The one on Thursday 30 April is a regular screening, which is open to the general public.
