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Femspectives Opening 2020 | VAI

February 20, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Come and celebrate the opening night of Femspectives 2020 – the second edition of Glasgow’s feminist film festival! We are opening with VAI, a portmanteau feature film made by nine Pacific filmmakers.

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19:00 Doors; 19:30 Start

VAI
Becs Arahanga, Amberley Jo Aumua, Matasila Freshwater, Dianna Fuemana, Miria George, Ofa Guttenbeil, Marina Alofagia McCartney, Nicole Whippy, Sharon Whippy | New Zealand 2019 | 
Fijan, Tongan, Roviana, Samoan, Cook Islands Mãori, Niuean, English, Maori w. English subtitles | 91′ | N/C 12+

A delicate and empowering ensemble piece produced by 9 female Pacific directors and filmed in 7 different Pacific countries. VAI is a meditative exploration of disappearing traditions through the portrait of a young womxn’s journey through life, each played by a different indigenous actor. A celebration of female strength, connection and community.

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Tickets to this event are priced on a Pay What You Can basis from £0 to £8 (in £2 increments). You can choose what you pay based on your circumstances – you won’t be asked for any proof / ID, we just ask that you are honest! And, if you have a free ticket and can no longer use it, please cancel your order or let us know so that it can be used by someone else. Click here for a rough guide to help you decide what you can afford to pay.

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Date:
February 20, 2020
Time:
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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Venue

Civic House
26 Civic Street
Glasgow, G4 9RH United Kingdom
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Website:
https://civic-house.com/