Crocodile Dundee, Greek weddings, power-hungry bosses and buried secrets feature in this week’s films at the ANU Film Group. Plus, don’t forget that our Annual memberships are still $50 for a limited time so get in quick!
• Thu 26 May @ 7:30 PM: CROCODILE DUNDEE
For the third in our series of anniversary screenings, head back to 1986 to commemorate 30 years of this iconic Australian film, in which an American reporter heads into the outback to interview a legendary crocodile hunter (Paul Hogan), and invites him to accompany her back to New York.
• Fri 27 May @ 7:30 PM: 45 YEARS + 99 HOMES
In 45 YEARS, a couple receive an unexpected letter in the week leading up to their 45th wedding anniversary which contains shattering news about an incident from their past that threatens to change their lives – and their marriage – forever.
Then, in 99 HOMES (at approx. 9:15 PM), after his family is evicted from their home, a humiliated and homeless single father (Andrew Garfield) strikes a deal with the devil and goes to work for the greedy real estate broker (Michael Shannon) who evicted him.
• Sat 28 May @ **7 PM**: MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2 + THE BOSS
They’re back! In the long-awaited MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2, married couple Toula and Ian are living life happily ever after with their teenage daughter until they uncover a surprising family secret that reunites the whole family for yet another Greek wedding.
Then, in THE BOSS (at approx. 8:45 PM), the world’s richest woman (Melissa McCarthy) is sent to prison after she’s caught for insider trading. When she is released, she attempts to rebrand herself as America’s sweetheart by creating a girl scout brownie empire.
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WANTED: REVIEW WRITERS FOR SEMESTER TWO
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Want be a part of history and contribute reviews for the ANU Film Group’s 50th anniversary year?
As we continue working hard on our Semester Two programme, we’re seeking volunteers who would like to help write reviews for films on our upcoming programme. The reviews will be featured in the booklet that members receive upon joining up, as well as on our website.
Reviews will need to be approximately 200-250 words in length and must be completed over a period of about two weeks in early June. As the timeframe is tight, please only volunteer if you are sure that you will have time over that period to contribute.
Successful volunteers will be then sent a list of films from which they can nominate ones they’d like to write reviews for. You’re welcome to write just one review or as many as you’d like, but please note that:
1. The ANU Film Group does not provide reviewers with tickets to, or a copy of, films that they have been assigned to review.
2. Some of the films we are seeking reviews/previews for have not been released yet, and some creativity/research may be required.
3. Unsolicited reviews will not be accepted.
So if you love movies, enjoy writing, and would like to help out, please let us know by replying to this email – or dropping us a line at info@anufg.org.au – by no later than THURSDAY 2 JUNE. Thanks!
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WIN TICKETS TO ‘QUEEN OF THE DESERT’!
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Thanks to Transmission Films, we’ve got tickets to give away to the upcoming historical drama QUEEN OF THE DESERT, starring Nicole Kidman!
In the early 20th century, curious Gertrude Bell (Kidman) is eager to explore the world outside of England and travels to Tehran, where she commences what eventually becomes a life-long adventure. Living among the beautiful but misunderstood peoples and cultures of the Middle East, she experiences both love and loss.
Also starring James Franco, Robert Pattinson and Damian Lewis, QUEEN OF THE DESERT arrives in cinemas from June 2.
To win one of ten in-season double passes to see the film, simply reply to this message – or email info@anufg.org.au – with your name, your membership number (located under the barcode on your card) and your answer to the following question: ‘Who does Robert Pattinson play in QUEEN OF THE DESERT?’
Entries close on THURSDAY 2 JUNE with winners to be contacted via email and prizes to be collected at ANUFG screenings.