November, Documentary Film Month
In November, the QRGA network of media libraries invites you to 4 free screenings as part of Documentary Film Month. In partnership with Quercynéma and the town halls of Caylus, Varen and Parisot, come and discover the diversity of documentary film!
The positive energy of the gods
Directed and written by Laetitia Møller - France - 2021 - 70 min.
With their poetic lyrics combined with a powerful, electrifying sound, Astéréotypie, a collective of autistic rockers, are a hit with rock fans.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntrCXoCl-s0
Friday 8 November - 8.30pm - Caylus
Truths and Lies (F for fake)
Directed by Orson Welles - Written by François Reichenbach, Orson Welles, Oja Kodar- Iran, France, Germany - 1973 - 89 min
A film essay on "the delicious lie" of the work of art, a variation on the relationship between the creator and his creation and "the whole truth" about one of the greatest forgers, Elmyr de Hory.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WMytojIu4w
Friday 15 November - 6.00 pm - Varen
À la vie
Directed and written by Aude Pépin - France - 2019 - 78 min
Chantal Birman, a liberal midwife and feminist, has devoted her life to defending women's rights. At almost 70, she continues to visit women who have just given birth to offer them care and advice.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C7Pfu6o0AU
Wednesday 20 November - 6.00 pm - Parisot
Cien niños esperando un tren
Directed and written by Ignacio Agüero - Chile - 1988 - 55 min
In a town on the outskirts of Santiago, teacher Alicia Vega organises a film workshop for children. The children, who have never been to the cinema and barely know the city centre, have an unforgettable experience.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SXNJPHK-Q0
Sunday 24 November - 2.30pm - St Antonin
Screening followed by a discussion moderated by Cédric Lépine