The line-up for this year’s Discovery Film Festival has been announced, which will see films from around the world screening in the city.
Now in its 14th year, the annual celebration of young-person’s cinema will once again take place at Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA) between October 21 and November 5.
The festival will open with the city premiere of Israeli film Abulele, a happy story about a young boy and his furry monster friend that has been described as having echoes of Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster ET.
Abulele will screen at 3pm and is suitable for children eight years and older.
Organisers highlight Discovery’s suitability for the whole family, with a specially curated range of films for children as young a one on offer during the three-week celebration.
Mike Tait, festival producer, said: “We’ve spent a thrilling 12 months searching across the globe for the best new films to bring back to Tayside and the most exciting part is always seeing the reactions of our young audiences to these cinematic gems.
“It’s fascinating to see which films will generate the biggest buzz. We look forward to welcoming all the audiences who will have the chance to make their own minds up.”
This year’s festival coincides with an exhibition of Canadian artist Kelly Richardson “stunning” audio-visual art pieces in the main gallery.
DCA director Beth Bate said: “We can’t wait to share this year’s Discovery Film Festival programme with audiences.
“The opportunity for children and young people to see film from all around the world, or perhaps to have their very first cinema experience, is one we’re incredibly proud to offer, this year with the support of our new partners Alliance Trust.
“With Kelly Richardson’s stunning work in our galleries and a series of creative workshops to accompany the films, Discovery is a fantastic family day out that will both inspire and entertain.”
A full time-table of events is available on the festival website.
