all eyes on us - Screening 2 and Q&A
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Description
A New Direction would like to invite you to the private view of all eyes on us, a short film that follows the journey of four disabled people in the run up, performance and aftermath of the opening ceremony for the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
Date: Monday 02 September 2013
Time: 1.30 - 2.30pm (Screening & Q&A Two)
Venue: BFI (NFT 3 auditorium), Stamford St, London, SE1 9NN
The film follows the lives of David, Stephen, Johnnie and Lauren, and explores the impact that being involved in the Paralympic Opening Ceremony had on their lives, asking whether perceptions of disabled people (and young people) have shifted as a result of London 2012. The photographic images reveal a unique insight into the performers training.
A New Direction commissioned Eelyn Lee Productions to produce and direct the film exploring disability and access to cultural participation working with a group of talented young film makers from the Olympic host boroughs.
all eyes on us was born out of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic focus on young people, optimism and the future.
* The film contains subtitles and an audio description of the film is available. The event will be sign language interpreted. The film lasts 26 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A panel discussion.
* The NFT is accessible but there is space for only 7 wheelchair users per screening. Please let us know of any access needs when booking your ticket.
