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Sheffield DocFest · 2013

Sheffield DocFest 2013

Resistance

Programme

5 films · 3 reviews

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How We Played The Revolution (Kaip mes zaideme revoliucija)

Documentary tracking subversive art-rock phenomenon Antis, often cited as the "spark" of the independence movement in Lithuania.

(Country: Lithuania, France; Year: 2011; Director: Giedre Zickyte)

Plot for Peace

The story of French businessman Jean Yves Ollivier who dedicated himself to helping South Africa transition peacefully out of apartheid.

(Country: South Africa; Year: 2013; Director: Mandy Jacobson, Carlos Agulló; Writer: Stephen Smith)

Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer

Review preview for Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer

What does become difficult here is balance, in part because many of Pussy Riot's critics are so aggressive as to make their case for them.

Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5
A documentary telling the story of both a band and a message, of a court case and in effect the trial of the entire Russian nation.

(Country: Russia, UK; Year: 2013; Director: Mike Lerner, Maxim Pozdorovkin)

Full review See: Interview with Mike Lermer about Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer

Opening night film

The Square (Al Midan)

Review preview for The Square

As a reflection of the mood and struggles of those seeking democratic change it is immersive and visceral even if its up close and personal approach means that the political sphere is rendered in broad brushstroke terms.

Amber Wilkinson · 3.5 out of 5
Examination of the revolution in Egypt, from the perspective of a group of activists.

(Country: Egypt, US; Year: 2013; Director: Jehane Noujaim)

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The Spirit Of '45

Review preview for The Spirit Of '45

Loach lets those who lived through this speak for themselves.

Val Kermode · 4 out of 5
A documentary about the spirit of unity that developed in the UK during the Second World War and contributed to the formation of the Welfare State.

(Country: UK; Year: 2013; Director: Ken Loach; Writer: Ken Loach)

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