A BUNCH OF AMATEURS (12A)

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Founded in 1932, Bradford Movie Makers is one of Britain’s oldest amateur film-making clubs, run by quintessentially workingclass members who nurture a mutual love for the moving image.

Director Kim Hopkins’ affectionate documentary celebrates the wonderous power of art to shape communities by following members of the club as they relish their human connections in an increasingly lonely, digital age.

Among these colourful characters is Harry, who hopes to recreate the opening sequence to the musical Oklahoma! as a love letter to his fragile wife Mary, and DJ Marie, who is determined to raise funds for the club.

Initially filmed during 2019 before the first Covid-19 lockdown, A Bunch Of Amateurs affirms the endurance of the human spirit and the soothing qualities of a freshly brewed cup of tea.

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Bradford Movie Makers