The Old Oak
In response to the widespread rioting and rising racist rhetoric of recent weeks in the UK, we at GFT felt that Ken Loach's most recent film offers a much-needed alternative perspective, so are bringing it back for more screenings. Loach's community-minded, anti-racist filmmaking aligns with the welcoming spirit we always wish to promote at GFT – and our ethos of Cinema For All – and this film engages with the challenging times in a way that is honest, constructive and compassionate. The Old Oak is a special place. Not only is it the last pub standing, but it’s also the only remaining public space where people can meet in a once-thriving mining community that has seen thirty hard years of decline. TJ Ballantyne, the landlord, hangs on to The Old Oak by his fingertips, and his predicament is endangered even more when the pub becomes contested territory after the arrival of Syrian refugees who are placed in the village without any notice. In an unlikely friendship, TJ meets a curious young Syrian woman, Yara, who has a camera. Can they find a way for the two communities to understand each other? ------------------- Please note our screening on Wednesday 11 September at 5.30pm will be a sliding scale payment screening followed by Glasgow Film Club — a monthly club to come and chat about film. Glasgow Film Club takes place after our Sliding Scale Screening (choose from paying £0, £2, £4, £6, £8, £10) of a new release. Anyone who has seen the film, no matter what screening they go to, is welcome at Glasgow Film Club. It is a place for our audience to socialise and explore films in a way that is meaningful to them. Meet our Community Engagement Coordinator, Nicola Scott, in the GFT Foyer after the screening ends at 7.45pm. You can expect: · A welcoming, relaxed environment · A casual club feel rather than a formal discussion group · Refreshments provided · No need to sign up — just come on the day · Everyone is welcome to come and chat about the film · Glasgow Film Club is free to attend ------ Year of Celebration Film - Donate £50 at checkout 2024 marks 85 years since our cinema (originally the Cosmo) was built, 50 years since GFT was founded and the 20th edition of Glasgow Film Festival. Whilst our box office and bar sales only cover around 50% of our annual costs and help keep the film reels rolling, we rely on donations and fundraising to run our education and community activities. We need your help! Celebrate 50 years of GFT by donating £50 at checkout. A £50 donation also secures your seat at our special January screening. Find out more or donate HERE. Your contribution matters.DramaPT1H53M152024-09-09Dave Turner
Ebla Mari
Claire Rodgerson
Ken Loach
Rebecca O'Brien
The Old Oak"The Old Oak"Showtimes
September 9, 8:15 pm
September 11, 5:30 pm
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