see 2010 - the brighton documentary film festival

TheBrighton Documentary Film Festival

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Feb 2010Fri 19–Sun 21Old Ship HotelBrighton

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Introduction

The Brighton Dome Box Office

— Welcome to SEE: The Brighton Documentary Film Festival. We are absolutely delighted with the stellar line-up we have secured for this year, our fifth anniversary! We created SEE with the aim of giving the many film-makers, producers, directors, production companies and film students in Brighton and the South-East a chance to meet up for a weekend once a year for a spot of documentary indulgence. Over the three days you’ll be able to talk to commissioners, listen to established directors at Q&A’s, or discuss your ideas at the bar with a distributor. They are all going to be here. We like to think of this as the festival by film-makers, for film-makers. We’ve already had a number of productions grow out of meetings at SEE. Let’s hope the same happens againthis year.

David Notman-WattMD – Back2Back Productions Ltd & SEE Founder

Day tickets are available from The Brighton Dome Box Office:

Single event tickets are available from the festival on the day. For more information please visit:

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All screenings are for ages18+ except for the School of Doc shorts session.

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Day Tickets: Saturday £40Sunday £45Concessions £16 (Sat/Sun)

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Friday ̸Corn Exchange

An Evening with Louis Theroux

BAFTA and Screen South are delighted to welcome BAFTA winner Louis Theroux to this year's SEE docs festival.

Best known for making documentaries that get to the heart of the world's most fascinating lifestyles and controversial human behaviours, Louis' gentle questioning style and tenacious journalistic focus has shone light on some of the world's most intriguing stories.

Over the years, though formats and subject matter have varied, Louis has remained true to a way of working that is uniquely his own: offering rounded portraits of the inhabitants, resisting easy judgments and giving us a nuanced picture of worlds in which people do questionable things for very human reasons.

Join us for what promises to be a memorable and enlightening session mapping his creative journey through his critically and commercially acclaimed slate of work.

Photo by Caroline Irby

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University of Sussex

Jonathan Meades Master Class

FREE EVENTTime: 9.00 Duration: 105 mins

Time: 11.00 Duration: 90 mins

An emotive, poetic and entertaining programme of the best documentaries from last year’s MA and BA students at Sussex. We investigate family secrets, visit the traditional British seaside - with the diehard professors of Punch and Judy and the rusting beauty of Coney Beach funfair and follow Alireza’s intriguing psychic journey.

Toby Amies talks to Jonathan Meades, who has written and performed in some fifty television shows on such subjects as the utopian avoidance of right angles, totalitarian architecture, the Hanseatic cities, the beauty of Hebridean dereliction, the allure of vertigo. His latest series, Off Kilter on BBC Four, was called "a masterpiece" by Simon Heffer in the Daily Telegraph. He has been described as having "invented a genre of his own", as "the most erudite broadcaster of the age", as "a charlatan" and as "a heavily sedated Geoffrey Howe". Jonathan will screen clips and talk about his work.

Saturday ̸Paganini Suite

Only When I Dance

Al Jazeera - Making documentaries that move you (Seminar)

Director: Beadie FinziScreening followed by a Q+A with producer Giorgia Lo Savio.Time: 12.45 Duration: 80 mins + Q&A


This film follows two young teenagers as they strive to realise an extraordinary dream. One girl, one boy; both black and poor, and living in one of the most violent favelas on the outskirts of Rio. They both want to dance – to dance ballet and their ambition is to leave Brazil to join one of the great companies in the North. For them, dance is the way out, an escape, and on stage, an ecstasy, that is rarely found in their day to day lives. The question is, can they make it? Only When I Dance follows these two gifted teenagers during the year that will make or break all their future dreams.

Al Jazeera’s, flagship program People and Power is a current affairs program that delves into issues not generally broadcast by other media. Topics such as Nazism in the USA, political prisoners, the lies behind ‘green business’ and others. Diarmuid Jeffereys, the content editor and producer will be joined by members of his team to discuss the making of People and Powerand Witness.

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What is the Future of Television?


Simon Shaps, former director of television at ITV, will host a panel session exploring what steps television must take if it is to survive in a world where new technology and changing consumption patterns are ripping up the rule book. Traditional media owners face a precarious and uncertain future, but what about the internet? Joining him is Lauren Luke – the internet phenomenon who started giving make up tips on YouTube from her back bedroom, and is now an internet phenomenon with 100 million viewers following her tutorials on-line. She now has her own make up range, has written a book, and has appeared on television shows around the world.

Rockumentaries in Session


Rolling Stone magazine's first used the term "Rockumentary" in 1969. Since then the music documentary has become part of the rise to fame of any successful musician. Here to discuss it’s value are Toby Amies, Dunstan Bruce, Phil Grabsky and David Notman-Watt. Chairing the event is Michele D'Acosta producer of the Blur documentary – No Distance Left to Run.

Drama in Docs: Penny Woolcock ̸ 1 Day

Director: Penny WoolcockScreening of '1 Day' followed by a Directors Q&A.Time: 19.00 Duration: 80 mins + Q&A

Penny Woolcock is one of the leading directors in the UK film industry who has established a reputation for herself in tackling tough subjects. Her latest daring feature, 1 Day, a 'hip hop and grime musical', is set amidst the gangs of Birmingham and follows a day in the life of an inner city hustler. Police in the city advised cinemas against the film and it was pulled at the last minute. Lizzie Thynne interviews Woolcock about directing the movie and how her earlier work in innovative drama-documentary fed into her feature career.

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Saturday ̸Regency Suite

School of Doc

FREE EVENTScreenings of short documentaries followed by presentations Time: 9.00 Duration: 60 mins

A wide range of young people, ages 10–18, from Brighton schools such as Westdene Primary, Varndene College, Shoreham College, DV8 Media Training, Blatchington Mill and Balfour Juniors, will be invited to present, discuss and screen their latest work. This will be the session for fresh ideas from the brightest, youngest talent in town.

Josef Fritzl: Story of a Monster

UK PREMIEREDirector: David Notman-WattScreening followed by a Directors Q+A.Time: 11.00 Duration: 60 mins + Q&A

Using unseen and personal videos and photographs, and with exclusive interviews with family, friends and former colleagues, Josef Fritzl: Story of a Monster will tell the story of the man behind one of the most heinous crimes in history.

Kaw Thoo Lei - A Land Without Evil

Ghetto Town

Directors: Jim Petersen & Nick Scott

UK PREMIEREDirectors: Amber Fares & Avi Goldstein

Filmed Secretly over a month and a half along the Thai/Burmese border; Kaw Thoo Lei: A Land Without Evil is the story of the longest running civil war in modern history and a young Karen refugee named Eh Htee.

The Shu'afat refugee camp lies on the edge of Jerusalem. Deprived of civil services, the camp has become an overcrowded, no-man's land. Out of the daily struggle for survival and identity rises G-Town, a young rap group bringing a voice to life in the camp and defining the Jerusalem style of Palestinian hip-hop.

World Champion Santa

My Body Sang Too

Director: Dave Downey

Directors: Barbara Myers & Paul Loman

One man’s hilarious journey from ‘naughty to nice’ as he goes for gold at the Santa Winter Games in the North Pole.

Lou Beckerman is a gifted musician, a trained nurse and a healing arts practitioner. We see how she uses her unique set of skills to help young children at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital

Shorts:

Screening of beautifully produced films. between 15-30 mins long.Time: 12.45–14.15

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Permanently Yours

The New School

Director: Daisy Asquith

Director: Danny Weinstein

Ken has been perming June’s hair for over 60 years. He is now 86 and, although June protests at times, still perms her hair every week. An unsentimental story of enduring love. Shot in Folkestone.

Against The Tide is a project in which local documentary makers create responses to films in the region’s archive. A screening of four new short films followed by a panel discussion chaired by Brigitte Lardinois, from Earth Stock Films, the originators of the project.

A film exploring the passing of time, memory and imagination through children’s responses to an archive film about their own school. Shot near Chichester.

The project has been enabled by Screen Southand the UK Film Council’s Digital Film ArchiveFund supported by the National Lottery and is apartnership with Lighthouse and Screen ArchiveSouth East. www.tide.org.uk

Back at the Ranch

Director: Wilma De Jong

Enid Briggs was a passionate horsewoman who set up a home for old and retired horses faced with the onset of motorisation. Ken Taylor became one of the children who helped with her quest. This was the beginning of a lifelong friendship. Shot in Broadstairs.

Against the Tide: Archive in Documentary

Screening of short films followed by a panel discussion. Time: 14.30 Duration: 90 mins

The Old Man in the Sea

Director: Kat MansoorPhotograph below by Kevin Meredith

David Sawyers, whose great great grandfather started The Brighton Swimming Club 150 years ago is disabled by arthritis whilst on land. This film is a testament to all that the sea brings to his mind, body and spirit. Shot in Brighton.

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Love Productions

Richard McKerrow Seminar.Time: 16.15 Duration: 60 mins

Richard McKerrow will talk about constructed documentary television programs. From the controversial series The Baby Borrowers, to BBC One's Famous Rich and Homeless and most recently Channel 4's series following politicians living on housing estates, he explains how Love Productions' programs are made and how the form can be used to maintain educational and social purpose in the peak time schedule of commercial broadcasters.

One Degree Matters

Director: Eskil Hardt Screening followed by a Directors Q&A. Time: 17.30 Duration: 52 mins + Q&A

A documentary on climate change, about an exclusive group of influential leaders from business and society who have decided to travel to the Arctic to witness climate change first hand. The group of entrepreneurs will show the path needed for action, and present how it is possible to implement new and sustainable solutions, given that now even One Degree Matters.

Arena

Director: Günter Schwaiger Time: 19.00 Duration: 105 mins

Arena is a personal journey into the world of bullfighting. Tracing the difficult struggle of a group of young apprentices, we enter their complex and archaic realm, filled with joy and sadness, color, shadow, reflection and metaphor. Travelling with them to several countries, Arena also reminds us of the international nature of this singular Western cultural phenomenon.

Sunday ̸Paganini Suite

Oska Bright

Screening of short films followed by a discussion.Time: 9.00 Duration: 60 mins

In 2000, Junk TV, a youth and community film production company, and Carousel,a learning disabled arts charity, began working together under the company Oska Bright to help learning disabled people make their own films. These seven shorts have all received awards at the film festival over the years and are a fantastic representation of the work Oska Bright has done for people with disabilities.

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Shooting People: Pitching for Docs

4Docs

FREE EVENTTime: 10.15 Duration: 60 mins

A selection of first time directors will pitch their ideas to a panel of industry professionals. The panel, which will include Maxyne Franklin (Editorial Director, BRITDOC Foundation) and Charlotte Dale (Current TV) , will provide feedback on the projects along with tips on how to pitch your idea and what they look for. A must for emerging filmmakers.

4Docs is the one stop online resource for all things related to British short documentaries. Here, blog editor Helen Jack screens a diverse and inspiring selection of work with directors commentary from James Lees and Pinny Grylls.

Peter and Ben

The Apology Line

The Archive

King of Laughter

Director: Pinny Grylls

Director: James Lees

Director: Sean Dunne

Director: Nick Hillel Screenings + Q&ATime: 11.30 Duration: 90 mins

After moving to a remote valley in Wales, Peter forms an unlikely, but enduring friendship with Ben, a newborn orphaned lamb.

Based around the creation of a real-life ‘apology line', the apologies of people from all over the UK are blended with beautiful visuals to give new, fascinating meaning.

Paul Mawhinney has amassed what has become the world's largest record collection. Due to health issues and a struggling record industry Paul is being forced to sell his collection.

Ethiopian's King of Laughter visits England to see if laughter is really shrinking in the western world and whether his brand of laughter therapy can cheer up the UK's unhappiest town.

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Michele D'Acosta Discussion: Media Convergence

Time:18:15 Duration: 60 mins

This is Me Now

Director: Daisy AsquithScreening followed by a panel discussion.Time: 13.15 Duration: 90 mins

A look at long-term relationships between documentary-makers and the subjects of their films, with the producers and directors of the award-winning projects-Claire Lewis (7Up), Patrick Holland (Born to be Different), Daisy Asquith (15, My New Home) and Kat Mansoor (Here’s Johnny), which have been filmed over periods ranging from 5 to 50 years.

Dom Joly - In Search of Tintin

WORLD PREMIEREDirector: Thomas Evans Screening followed by a Q&A/discussion.Time: 15.00 Duration: 30 mins + Q+A

The Adventures of Tintin is one of the most successful comic strip adventure series in the world. Comedian Dom Joly, a lifelong Tintin fan, sets out to discover what it is about this intrepid explorer that has captured the imagination of so many people, and he explores the history, the myths, and the political intrigue that lies at the heart of this literary legend. This session will feature Aysha Rafaele, editor of Channel 4’s First Cut. (Deputy commissioning Editor, Documentaries.)

The convergence of media is apparent, from the TV on your telephone to watch again platforms, never before has TV been so accessible. But what is the impact on production and how do you integrate multiplatform elements into your production and film proposals. In this session, Michele and others talk about how to sell your multiplatform content globally within new distribution channels and how to build audiences and revenue before you’ve broadcast.

Men of the City

Director: Marc IsaacsScreening followed by a Q&A with the Director. Time: 16.30 Duration: 90 mins

Since making the film Lift nine years ago, Marc Isaacs has developed into one of the most distinctive documentary makers working today. Here, he follows a number of people who work in the City of London at the start of the recession. They range from an affluent trader to a street cleaner on the path to enlightenment. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session hosted by Mehelli Modi.


When China met Africa: Making of...

Director: Marc FrancisTime: 13.15 Duration: 90 mins

Marc Francis' latest feature documentary, "When China Met Africa" is a timely film about China's foray into Africa told through the lives of Chinese adventurers and Zambian power brokers. Shot over two years, and with intimate access to the Chinese community and the Zambian government, what went on behind the scenes was as fascinating as the film itself. In this session, Marc reveals the extraordinary journey he went on to capture the stories for this film.

End of the Line

Director: Claire LewisScreening followed by a Directors Q&A. Time: 11.30 Duration: 80 mins + Q&A

Imagine an ocean without fish. Imagine your meals without seafood. Imagine the global consequences. This is the future if we do not stop, think and act. This is the world’s first major documentary about the devastating effect of overfishing.

Documentaries in the Dark


Toby Amies’ (of MTV and BBC Radio 4) exploration of sound in both visual and radio documentary. Accompanied by Sarah Jane Hall (BBC Radio 4’s ‘The Man Whose Mind Exploded’) and Lance Dann (‘The Flickrman’).

Sunday ̸Regency Suite

Scottish Documentary Institute


SDI is an internationally recognised documentary research and production centre based in Edinburgh. Their aim is to stimulate and inspire the documentary scene in Scotland and beyond through focus on creative excellence and unashamed international outlook. In 2007 they set up SDI Productions Ltd, in order to develop a slate of feature documentaries. Here is a selection of these films.

Nick Broomfield Master Class


Celebrated documentary maker Nick Broomfield discusses his life and work in this hour and a half hosted session of clips screenings, interviews and Q&As.


Mighty Boosh,Journey of the Childmen

Director: Oliver RalfeTime: 19.40 Duration: 90 mins

The Mighty Boosh is one of those rare comedies that has transferred from radio and TV success to a national phenomenon, catapulting its stars Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding to stadium rock star status. Journey of the Childmen is an intimate and personal portrait that captures the roller coaster ride of the huge 110 show Future Sailors tour, as the Boosh navigates a nation hooked on its cult.

Making War Horse

Director: Phil GrabskyScreening followed by a Directors Q&A.Session hosted by Simon Fanshawe Time: 18.15–19.15

Making War Horse is the story of how Michael Morpurgo’s award-winning and captivating children’s novel, War Horse, became one of the most popular and acclaimed productions in the National Theatre’s history. From its early development in the NT Studio, see how Handspring Puppet Company created the groundbreaking techniques that brought a lifelike horse to the stage.

Distribution Discussion


Jo Clinton Davies – ITV

Future of documentaries within commercial television.Time: 15.00 Duration: 105 mins

Jo Clinton-Davies, Commissioning Controller of Popular Factual talks about the role of the documentary

on a commercial channel. Jo, who spent her formative years at the BBC and then UKTV, will discuss what she, as a commissioner, is looking for in a documentary.

It’s all very well creating an amazing documentary but pointless if no one sees it. How do you expand your market so a wide selection of people see you doc. Who will pay and how much? With the onslaught of digital media are we seeing a revolution in distribution? What about funding for co-production - can distributors help? How does the partnership work? What do you need to do to make that partnership work? Join a panel of specialist international documentary distributors who will each offer a different perspective on the distribution process and how you can succeed in getting the World to see your film and get paid in the process. Leading the Panel is David Hooper of Espresso TV.


Friday ̸Corn Exchange

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Time: 12.45–14.15Followed by a Q&A withthe producer.

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Time: 19.00–21.00Followed by a Directors Q&A.

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University of SussexAn Evening with Louis Theroux

Jonathon MeadesMaster Class

Only When I Dance

Al Jazeera - Seminar

Rockumentaries in Session

Drama in Docs:Penny Woolcock / 1 Day

What is the Futureof Television?

See 2010 ̸At a Glance


Saturday ̸Regency Suite

Sunday ̸Paganini Suite

Sunday ̸Regency Suite



Time: 16.15–17.15

Time: 19.00–21.00


Time: 14.30–16.00Short films followed bya panel discussion:Back at the RanchThe Old Man in the SeaPermanently YoursThe New School

Time: 12.45–14.15World Champion SantaMy Body Sang TooA Land Without EvilGhetto Town

Time: 9.00–10.00Screening of short films followed by a discussion.


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Time: 11.30–13.00Screening of short films followed by a discussion.


Time: 13.15–14.45

Time: 16.30–18.00

Time: 15.00–16.45

Time: 13.15–14.45Screening followed by apanel discussion.

Time: 15.00–16.15WORLD PREMIEREScreening followed by a Director and CommissionerQ&A/discussion.


Time: 18.15–19.15

Time: 19.30–21.00

School of Doc

Joseph Fritzl:Story of a monster

Love Productions

Arena

One Degree Matters

Against the Tide:Archive in Documentary

Shorts

Oska Bright

Shooting People: Pitching for Docs

Scottish Documentary Institute

Documentaries in the Dark

End of the Line

Making War Horse

4Docs

Mighty Boosh,Journey of the Childmen

ChinaAfrica: Making of...

Distribution Discussion

Future of documentaries within commercial television

This is Me Now

Dom Joly - In Search of Tintin

Men of the City

Michele D'Acosta discussion: Media Convergence

Nick Broomfield Master Class


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