Rip It Up Activity Across the Midlands
A round-up and deep dive into the events, programming and activities coming up in the Midlands hosted by Film Hub Midlands members as part of the BFI UK-Wide season Rip It Up
Rip It Up UK-Wide Season
BFI Rip It Up is a new BFI season that explores and celebrates the changing face of youth rebellion, culture and expression from joy all the way to heartbreak
Presented by the BFI Film Audience Network (BFI FAN) using funds from the National Lottery, Rip It Up will take place at cinemas across the UK.
Rip It Up invites UK audiences of all ages to reflect on their own lived experiences, identities, and distinct cultural interests as young people growing up against an evolving social fabric.
Discover Rip It Up Activity Across the Midlands
Film Hub Midlands shared the opportunity to apply for funding to present seasons, events and screenings with it's members and openly on its platforms to encourage new exhibitors to get involved.
Midlands exhibitors came up with some hedonistic, wild, rip-roaring ideas to share insights into the emotional rollercoaster that simply is being a teenager in the UK and sharing a look-in at how teens throughout the years have expressed themselves.
Support the community cinemas, venues, and festivals celebrating the changing face of youth rebellion by attending local screenings, sharing the opportunities available and engaging with their platforms.
We have included listings from our members who have received support from Film Hub Midlands in this blog; however, we would love to share as many screenings from across the Midlands and support independent cinemas hosting their own Rip It Up seasons. If you have listings to share, please send listing copy, a URL and image assets to the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, h.cook@broadway.org.uk
Be ready to get involved with the next UK-Wide programme and become a member of Film Hub Midlands
Find UK-WIDE events on the Rip It Up website
QUAD - Pop Life
Explore youth rebellion and music through a series of films and events at QUAD.
There is something for everyone as we drop the needle on some of the best film depictions of music and youth. From Bowie glam, to those cheeky chaps from Liverpool to 90s Rave and Dance cultures. Come and have a sing-song at our Bandaoke night in August, or pop the lime in the coconut as we celebrate QUAD’s birthday with a Reggae Bossa Boogie night in September.
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Pop Life Screenings Dates and Times
Privilege (PG) + introduction and post-film discussion. PAST EVENT
9 August | 1PM
Steve Shorter, the biggest pop star of his day, is loved by millions; his approval can guide the choices and actions of the masses. But, in reality, he is a puppet whose popularity is carefully managed by government-backed handlers.
The Wild One (PG) + introduction by Derby Senior Lecturer in Media, Dr Teresa Forde, and a post-screening discussion.
16 August | 1PM
Defined by rebellion and driven by hate, Johnny (Marlon Brando), the rugged leader of the Black Rebels Motorcycle Club–a rowdy gang of bikers reeking of alcohol rides into Wrightsville, California, on his precious Triumph
Catch Us If You Can (12A) + introduction and post-film discussion
23 August | 1PM
John Boorman makes his directorial debut with this cult 1960s story in which Dave Clark appears as a stuntman who gives up the rat-race to see the real world, along with the Dave Clark Five Band and Dave's model girlfriend.
The Young Ones (U) + Introduction and Post-film discussion
30 August | 1PM
Nicky (Cliff Richard) and his friends find that their youth club is in danger of being flattened to make way for a new office block unless they can come up with £1500 to pay the new owner, the ruthless property tycoon Hamilton Black.
Rip It Up Go Your Own Way Screening Dates and Times
Want to be a part of the next major programme? Become a member and check out how to get involved in film exhibition with Film Hub Midlands
Find UK-WIDE events on the Rip It Up website
Screening as part of Rip It Up, a UK-wide film season supported by National Lottery and BFI Film Audience Network.
