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Blast Theory: BLOODYMINDED + panel discussion

Join us to go behind the scenes of Bloodyminded – Europe’s first interactive and live feature film – and to see the work in full on our screen.

Following the live streamed, world premiere screening of Blast Theory’s Bloodyminded earlier this Autumn, in our venue and others across Europe, see it in another special format, followed by a Q&A with the film’s Director, Matt Adams, University of Brighton’s Head of the School of Media Helen Kennedy (and co-author of 'Live Cinema: Cultures, Economies, Aesthetics') and others to be announced.

Part of 14-18 NOW, the UK’s arts programme for the First World War centenary, and co-commissioned by Attenborough Centre for Creative Arts, Bloodyminded broke new ground in artistic and technical ambition. The film was recorded in one take over 90 minutes and streamed live to over 126,000 people online and in cinemas. Audiences also interacted in real time, sending their responses to the narrator that became part of the film.

Bloodyminded follows SJ, played by Isis Davis [Electric Dreams, Lie Low], as she breaks into an army base on a personal mission: to bury the ashes of her great-grandfather Harold Steele, one of the 16,000 conscientious objectors imprisoned under life-threatening conditions during WW1.

The film was inspired by the conscientious objectors of World War One. It drew on in-depth research and one-to-one interviews with soldiers with front line experience, followed by months of preparation, recces, casting and rehearsals.

This event and film screening will offer a rare insight into the technical processes and challenges involved in making a live film, with exclusive GoPro footage filmed during the recording.

General Information

Guests with Mobility Impairments

Guests who use a wheelchair or experience mobility impairments are asked to call the box office on 01273 678822 or email info@attenboroughcentre.com so that we can assist you to find the best seat to suit your requirements.

Pay What You Decide

There is an allocation of Pay What You Decide (PWYD) tickets available to guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Come and see the show without paying anything in advance, and then pay what you think is appropriate at the end of the show. Maximum of four PWYD tickets per person. Please phone the box office on 01273 678822 or email info@attenboroughcentre.com for further information.

Concessions

The Concessions rate is available for students, University of Sussex staff and alumi, Over 60s and people in receipt of JSA or DLA/PIP. Proof of eligibility may be required on the door or at the box office. Personal Assistance (PA) tickets are available for free for customers who would otherwise be unable to attend the venue. Please contact the box office on 01273 678822 or email info@attenboroughcentre.com for further information.

Box Office Opening Times

The box office (phone line and drop-in service) is open from 10am to 4pm, Mondays to Fridays. The box office is also open one hour before the advertised show start time.