UCLAN's annual One in Four film festival

[Jill Anderson]

UCLan’s Annual One in Four Film Festival Monday 8th to Friday 12th October 2012, 6pm Mitchell and Kenyon Cinema

Foster Building University of Central Lancashire.

Tickets are free - collect on the night Free parking in Foster Building car park.

The One in Four Film Festival is UCLan’s annual celebration of the power of film to promote awareness of mental health, dispel stigma and invite discussion on key issues.  Building on last year’s phenomenal success, this year is set to be better than ever!

While official statistics tell us that one in four people experience mental health problems in the UK in any given year, mental health and mental illness are issues that affect us all. The One in Four Film Festival is an opportunity for mental health service users, carers and professionals and the general public to come together in a spirit of sharing, to learn from one another and perhaps to discover that we are not so different after all.

Each evening will leave you inspired with fresh perspectives, food for thought and, if previous years are anything to go by, a few new friends too!

The films are chosen for their portrayal of a particular theme or mental health condition, and will be introduced by a mental health service user, carer or professional with relevant experience and insight, framing your viewing of each film in a meaningful, real-world context. Each film is then followed by an open discussion to which everyone is warmly invited to contribute and everyone’s contribution is valued. This is a wonderful opportunity to share and explore your own ideas and insights as well as learning from others.

 

Please check back frequently for updates on which films we will be showing. To suggest a film, please contact Russell Hogarth including a brief synopsis and an outline of what you feel the film has to offer in terms of raising awareness and provoking meaningful conversations about mental health.

In The Foyer

Before the films start the foyer outside the cinema will be a hive of activity as stalls offer information and opportunities to get involved in all sorts of projects, and One in Four Film Festival friends old and new catch up. There will also be snacks and drinks, and some art and performances for you to enjoy.

Come along at 6pm each evening to join in. The introduction to each film begins at 6.30 and the film showing at 7pm. See you there!

World Mental Health Day Wednesday 10th October 2012 Open Minds and Open Hearts community event  10am – 4pm 53 Degrees University of Central Lancashire

To celebrate World Mental Health Day 2012, the organisers of the One in Four Film Festival invite you to join in a day of creativity, learning and fun in UCLan’s 53 Degrees venue.

Upstairs in the venue our talented friends will be hosting creative workshops involving art, crafts and media. They are free and open to all so do come and join in. Downstairs, meanwhile, alongside stalls and opportunities to chat and learn about many wonderful initiatives and sources of support, there will be films and live performances including dance, music and personal narratives presented by mental health service users, students and support staff.

We are all really excited about this special event and hope you will join us on the 10th in 53 Degrees.

The One in Four Film Festival and the World Mental Health Day Open Minds and Open Hearts community event are both UCLan Preston Guild contributions.

For more information, please contact:

Russell Hogarth

Associate Lecturer | Volunteer Co-ordinator | Comensus/SUCAG

Chair of the One in Four Film Festival | Chair of the Independent Community Involvement Team

Address: Harrington Building 207 | University of Central Lancashire | Preston | PR1 2HE 

Mobile: [phone] Call or Text

Email: [e-mail]

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