The film council from near and far invites you to The Old Oak
In his self-proclaimed final film, two-time Palme d’Or winner Ken Loach (I, Daniel Blake) brings one last warm tribute to the power of solidarity! This time between the residents of a mining village and a group of Syrian refugees.
In a dilapidated village in Northern England where the mines have closed and many people have left, a group of Syrian refugees is housed in the vacant homes. This meets with fierce resistance from the close-knit local community. Meanwhile, pub owner TJ Ballantyne, owner of the last remaining pub The Old Oak, tries to keep his head above water.
He takes young Syrian photographer Yara under his wing, and a special bond develops between the two. Together, they take the initiative to turn The Old Oak into a meeting place for the poorest in the community, regardless of their background.
Buddy to Buddy
Screened as part of the Arnhem ‘Buddy to Buddy’ project, which pairs refugees with fellow citizens. A discussion about the project will follow the screening.
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Remote binding film board
The programme council, which started in October 2024, chooses films from all over the world with universal themes that offer the viewer a broader perspective. Verre Binding gives visitors the opportunity to meet Arnhemmers from near and far and to discuss universal themes together. In collaboration with:
