FILM: Wadjda

Wadjda / 2012 / 1hr&38mins / Subtitled / Rated PG

As part of Womens History Month in March 2023 we will be watching Wadjda, a joyful coming-of-age film which follows a spirited and defiant young Saudi girl. Significantly, first ever Saudi female director Haifaa al-Mansour created Wadjda during the time that Saudi women were first given the right to vote in 2011.

The story follows 10-year-old Wadjda, a tenacious, entrepreneurial and rebellious girl who is determined to buy a green bicycle in order to beat her friend, Abdullah, in a race. Wadjda's mother refuses, fearing repercussions from the Saudi society, not weighed down by its social commentary, Wadja is a comedic and hopeful film.

“You'd need a heart of stone not to be won over by Wadjda, a rebel yell with a spoonful of sugar and a pungent sense of a Riyadh society split between the home, the madrasa and the shopping mall.” Xan Brooks, The Guardian

Doors & refreshments open at 4pm for a 4:15pm start. Affordable refreshments and popcorn stand on site.

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Womens History Month

Women's History Month raises awareness and empowers women by discovering, documenting and celebrating women's lives and achievements, and in so doing, challenge sexism and prejudice.

FORMATIVE FILM

Formative Film is a series of entertaining, unforgettable and impactful film experiences in a relaxed and unique setting at Fabrica until March 2023. These events are welcoming to all audiences and families, and give us a chance to explore notable holidays and historical landmarks through film. Screenings are enhanced with special creative features including workshops and tours.

FORMATIVE FILM is a National Lottery and BFI Film Audience Network funded project.

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