As one of two attendants, and the main host of new underground festival 'Branaghfest', I find it is my duty to provide the one and only online review of the most up-and-coming film festival of 2009.
The idea for Branaghfest came from both me and a very close friend, after talking for at least an hour about the work of one Mr Kenneth Branagh. I had recently purchased 'Love's Labour's Lost' on DVD, and we planned to watch it, and perhaps some other Branagh films, at a certain time.
Who knew then that it would be so successful?
On the 14th of July, 2009, Branaghfest survived its first year as a festival, with two hardcore fans in attendance. The main events were Love's Labour's Lost, including DVD extras, Hamlet excerpts and and introduction filmed by Branagh himself. Complementing the event was salted microwave popcorn, a selection of squashes and juices, and an impromptu conference about the state of AS and A level English Literature education given by two professionals in the field.
We hope that Branaghfest 2010 can up the ante on 2009, perhaps showing a more varied selection branching out from Branagh's Shakespearean works; however, we mostly hope that there will be something new for us to savour, and we won't just end up watching episodes of Wallander...
Soon to be produced (might be): 'Branaghfest 2009' t-shirts. Only available to those who attended.
And remember, stay true to the Branifesto: 'Have Fun!'
Sq.
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