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The Reel Deal
The Reel Deal- every Monday: a pizza, a drink and a cinema ticket for £10.
Every Monday, all day
A cinema ticket, a pizza & a glass of wine or a pint all for just £11.50 full / £10.50 concs! Limited availability: advanced booking recommended to avoid disappointment
Film Quiz
Barry Norman with quiz master Chris Payne
Tue 4 November 20:00
Pit your film knowledge against the questions of quizmaster Chris.
Director Q&A: LA DEMOLICION
Still from LA DEMOLICION
Wed 12 November 18:30
We are pleased to welcome Assistant Director of LA DEMOLICION, Matías Scartascini, to Cornerhouse for a post screening Q&A. Screening as part of the Instituto Cervantes' autumn series, Cine en Construcción.
Introduction to FAAT KINE
Still from FAAT KINE
Fri 14 November 18:05
An introduction to the film FAAT KINE from Roy Stafford, author of The Media Student's Book and freelance film lecturer.
One Hour Intro: Baader-Meinhof in Context
Still from THE BAADER-MEINHOF COMPLEX
Sun 16 November 15:30
Please Note: THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. This talk will attempt to analyse the specific historical and social environment from which the RAF originated and operated in, looking at this important part of recent West German history.
Launch of exposures 2008
Sun 23 November 10:00
Join us at URBIS for a day of interactive, film related workshops and events to celebrate the launch of exposures: new talent in moving image 2008.
Create Your Own 60 Second Film
Sun 23 November 12:00
Shoot, edit and screen your own film in a lunch-time! Join us for a hands-on introduction to the world of filmmaking.
Animalz Workshop: For 8 - 14 year olds
Sun 23 November 14:00
Ever imagined yourself as an animal, ever dreamt of flying like an eagle or shooting across the desert planes like a leopard? This workshop for 8 - 14 year olds will awaken your senses and imagination,learning different movements and playing voice games!
Royal Television Society North West Student Awards 2008
Sun 23 November 17:15
The Royal Television Society present their North West Student Awards 2008, celebrating outstanding creativity from further education media courses and showcasing work from throughout the North West.
How to get Training and Apprenticeships at the BBC
Mon 24 November 14:00
Discover BBC training opportunities, apprenticeships, work experience, BBC Blast and outreach projects. BBC recruitment will be talking about careers in media, and answer your questions on finding different pathways.
LiveWire Showcase and Awards Ceremony 08
Still from TRANSMIT
Mon 24 November 18:00
Bringing the underexposed day to a close, LiveWire present a special premiere of their film TRANSMIT made on location during the LiveWire Film Camp.
Writers’ Workshop
Tue 25 November 10:00
Join the writers from hit sitcom Shameless, Tom Higgins, Sarah Hooper, and Jimmy Dowdal, for a chance to develop a drama in a day. A must for any aspiring writer who wants to gain invaluable insight into the process of scriptwriting for television.
Channel m Workshops
Tue 25 November 10:30
Channel m is opening its doors and inviting you to find out about the workings of a television studio. It’s lights, camera, action as you get the opportunity to see a working studio environment and speak to the directors.
Sports Programming and the Media
Tue 25 November 10:30
Join Channel m’s Head of Sport, Andrew Dickman, for this talk on sports programming and the media. Based on over ten years’ experience, Andrew will discuss how media and sport can work together.
Propeller TV
Tue 25 November 15:00
Carole Dove, Managing Director of Propeller TV, Europe’s largest short film channel, discusses how they support fresh talent and enable new work to be screened.
Step into the Dragons' Den
Tue 25 November 17:00
Join Helen Bullough, Executive Editor of Entertainment at BBC Manchester, who will talk about the making of BBC 2’s popular programme Dragons’ Den alongside clips from the show.
University of Salford Showcase
Tue 25 November 18:30
Join us for this showcase of the best films produced at University of Salford, celebrating talent in the North West.
Speed Pitching
Wed 26 November 10:30
A unique chance to present your ideas to one of four successful TV executives. Pitch you three minutes long ideas to either Helen Bullough, Charisse Holder, Sue Murphy, or Cat Lewis and receive feedback from the professionals.
Sue Murphy in Conversation
Wed 26 November 12:00
Sue Murphy, Head of Features for Channel 4 (How to Look Good Naked and Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares), will be discussing the commissioning process and revealing what she believes can turn a simple programme idea into a successful series.
Animalz Workshop: For adults
Wed 26 November 15:00
Ever imagined yourself as an animal, ever dreamt of flying like an eagle or shooting across the desert planes like a leopard? This workshop for adults will awaken your senses and imagination,learning different movements and playing voice games!
Richard Deverell in Conversation
Photo of Richard Deverell
Wed 26 November 16:00
Join Richard Deverell, as he discusses the future of BBC Children’s television. Deverell, who is responsible for CBeebies and CBBC output, focusing on how the move to MediaCity impact on the North West and the production of Children’s television.
Networking for Students
Wed 26 November 17:15
Join us for the opportunity to meet and chat to this year’s exposures festival team. Find out more about the ideas behind this year’s programme, tell us what you’ve enjoyed most so far and let us know what you would like to see in exposures 09.
Directors Q&A: THE BUTTERFLY TATTOO
Still from THE BUTTERFLY TATTOO
Wed 26 November 20:00
We are pleased to welcome the director of THE BUTTERFLY TATTOO, Phil Hawkins and members of the cast and crew for a post-screening Q&A.
Peter Cowley in Converstation
Thu 27 November 10:30
Join Peter Cowley, Managing Director of Endemol, as he discusses multi-platform programming and his role in developing the interactive and new media strategy in the UK.
Danny Cohen in Conversation
Photo of Danny Cohen
Thu 27 November 12:00
Danny Cohen, controller of BBC Three, is responsible for commissioning all new programmes on the channel and will be discussing finding new talent, young people’s programming and BBC Three’s new look and multi-platform strategy.
In Session with Channel m
Thu 27 November 14:00
An exclusive music session in the Channel m studio at URBIS. Scotland's Frightened Rabbit have been building a slow and steady buzz all year as an exciting new band. Join us for this electrifying live performance by being part of the studio audience.
exposures Reunion
Still from BLUE COLLARS AND BUTTERCUPS
Thu 27 November 15:00
Ever wondered what opportunities lie ahead as a filmmaker? Join us in Cornerhouse gallery for the chance to meet previous winners, filmmakers and entrants to exposures.
Paul Abbott and Phil Collinson in Conversation
Thu 27 November 16:00
exposures patron Paul Abbott and Head of Drama at BBC Manchester Phil Collinson, discuss what they believe will to be the future of writing and producing television drama, followed by a Q&A session.
Networking & Shameless Competition Winner Announcement
Thu 27 November 17:00
Join us, as we announce the winner from the Shameless Composition Competition. The award will be presented by a special guest, after which there will be a chance to join Ric Michael, producer, and Phil Hawkins, director, of THE BUTTERFLY TATTOO.
KICKS cast and crew Q&A
Still from KICKS
Thu 27 November 18:00
Cornerhouse is pleased to welcome members of the cast and crew of KICKS, A compelling tale about two teenage girls obsessed by celebrity and fame, for a post-screening Q&A.
Corona Extra Best of the Fest 08 and Party
Image of Cornerhouse Cafe Bar
Thu 27 November 20:00
Don’t miss the festival grand finale, as we screen the best of this year’s festival. The winners will receive their awards and the best films will be screened at the final event of this year’s exposures.