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40 Film Reviews by Bill Robinson Black Lives Matter The current global, social and political upheaval has made ever clearer the injustice and unfairness that is shown to people of colour in all aspects of life. This injustice extends to the film industry where, depending where you do your research, black directors make up only 10-15% of all directors of the top grossing films. This is undeniably down to major production companies’ total lack of faith in films made by/about people of colour to be critically and commercially successful, and so I want to cover some of the best films that fall into the underappreciated category. Hidden Figures (2016) “Hidden Figures” tells the true story of the unknown black, female mathematicians that were instrumental in the success of the NASA space programme in the early 60s, particularly the famous launch of astronaut John Glen into orbit. I still think “Hidden Figures” is one of the most clever and descriptive names ever given to a film, and the movie itself is just as clever. It manages to highlight institutionalised racism within STEM fields as a serious issue that is holding back some of the world’s greatest minds from showing or discovering their abilities, without creating a film that is totally depressing in its tone. The dialogue can be witty and light-hearted, whilst also being serious when it needs to be. The performances also find this balance, with the three main characters able to deliver humour and sincerity in equal, effective measure. This is totally worth a watch. Available on Blue Ray Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story (2020) The most recent film of these three is perhaps my favourite, and as a big F1 fan, it’s certainly the closest to my heart. “Uppity” is the story of Willy T. Ribbs, the first prominent black racing driver in the world. Decades before Lewis Hamilton made a name for himself as the only black F1 driver, Willy T. Ribbs’ story is one of insurmountable odds and an absolutely steadfast dedication of the craft of motor racing. The documentary charts Ribbs’ rise through the ranks of the sport, from lower Formula cars to top level NASCAR and even the fastest race on the planet, the Indianapolis 500. Shamefully, motor racing sorely lacks healthy numbers of black drivers even today, making Willy’s struggle four decades ago, even more of an incredible feat and a must watch documentary. Available on Netflix Get Out (2017) I just absolutely love this film. Its brilliant in so many ways. On the surface, “Get Out” is about young African American Chris Washington being taken to visit is girlfriend’s parents for the first time. Nothing sounds particularly untoward at first, until Washington notices some strange things about the all-white, wealthy property he has been taken to. “Get Out” then descends into being one of the most effective and powerful psychological horror films of the 2010s. The film is a potent metaphor for the way echoes of the slavery era still linger in modern, western society, held up by iconic performances and writing that won director Jordan Peele the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Focusing on suspense rather than outright terror, “Get Out” is another film that perfectly fuses the conventions of its genre, with its important and powerful meaning. It is amazing. Available on Blue Ray
41 Water Sports You and the family can make the most of the last of the light summer nights by trying out a range of water sports at Scotman’s Flash in Poolstock. Every Thursday night in September, Inspiring Healthy Living (IHL) will be hosting stand up paddle boarding sessions and kayaking. The stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) sessions run from 6.30pm to 8pm, and the cost per person is £15 with equipment hire which consists of a board, paddle and a buoyancy aid. If you have your own SUP, the cost is reduced to £10. The sessions are suitable for everyone aged 12 or over. These are instructor-led sessions so are suitable for all levels from absolute beginners to improvers. If you have children under 12, then you’ll be interested to hear that there will also be a supervised kayaking session alongside the SUP session for ages 8 and over. The cost of this session will be £10 and a discounted rate of £7 is available for those who have booked onto the SUP session. You must pre-book for these sessions and you can do so by visiting the website www.inspiringhealthylifestyles. org/wigan/, click on ‘Services’ and then on Scotman’s Flash. Other activities at Scotman’s Flash include rafted canoeing, funboat sailing and topper sailing. You can also organise group activities or one-on-one sessions. For more detail outdooradventure@ihlmail. org for further details. Earn extra cash! Local Life require distributors for the following areas; West Park Shires estate 402 copies £27.14 + leaflet pay Windle Rainford Rd/Bleak Hill Rd/Dartmouth/ Crantock etc 384 copies £33.60 + leaflet pay Rainford Junction Bushey Ln/News La/Kendal/ Buttermere etc 355 copies £23.96 & leaflet pay Windle Island St Helens Rd/Rainford Rd/Moss Lane etc 167 copies £14.61 & leaflet pay Rainford Church Rd/Mossborough/Rookery/ etc 301 copies £20.32 + leaflet pay Interested? Please email your name, address, landline number and date of birth to sallyb@locallife247.co.uk LocalLife
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