Rossellini’s beguiling neorealist comedy proposes a sharp satire on human behaviour. Engaging us in people-watching from the start, he creates a detailed and authentic portrait of life in a small fishing village. When a photographer discovers that his camera has special powers, he also learns that with power comes responsibility. Join us after the screening to reflect upon the film through a neurodivergent lens.
The post screening discussion will be hosted by campaigner and creative Leo Capella.
THE MACHINE THAT KILLS BAD PEOPLE (LA MACCHINA AMMAZZACATTIVI)
Director: Roberto Rossellini
Production Company: Tevere Film
Producers: Roberto Rossellini, Rudolphe Solmsen
Screenplay: Sergio Amidei, Giancarlo Vigorelli, Franco Brusati, Liana Ferri
Cast
Gennaro Pisano (Celestino Esposito)
Giovanni Amato (devil-saint)
Marilyn Buferd (young American girl)
Bill Tubbs (her father)
Helen Tubbs (her mother)
Joe Falletta (Joe)
Italy 1948-52
85 mins
Digital
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BFI Southbank has been awarded the National Autistic Society’s Autism Friendly Award.
The next relaxed screenings are:
ERASERHEAD + intro and discussion
Monday 29 July 2024 18:10 NFT3
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Relaxed Screenings
Screenings for neurodivergent audiences, with their companions and assistants.
• Customers can select their seats when they arrive in the auditorium.
• Please leave space between yourself and other groups and retain your selected seats for the duration of the performance if possible.
• We support you wearing a face covering if you choose to do so.
• You are welcome to take refreshments into the auditorium but no hot food please.
• Doors will open 30 minutes before the screening.
• No trailers will be shown.
• The programme will be introduced.
• Our house lights will remain on a low level throughout the screening, and the volume will be turned slightly down.
• You will be able to leave the auditorium and return during the screening.
• There will be a quiet space to use if you need to leave the auditorium.
• We understand you may make some noise.
• Please ask us if you need help.
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