Bristol Film Festival
The Bristol Film Fiesta recently held a series of Horror Movie showings in the underground caves in Bristol dockside. We went along for an atmospheric showing of the Exorcist.
Arriving at the Bristol Film Festival, the first appearance of the site felt a little underwhelming; a white marquee with no theming, music or atmosphere. As we were waiting, a man wandering passed asked what kind of illegal rave we were queuing for!
Once inside we were split into two groups, and our excitement levels began to grow at the prospect of live actors before the film. Alas the promise of live actors was not to be at this particular screening, and whilst the guide turned storyteller delivered his ghost story well it lacked what could have delivered several punches; dark misty corridors with red and green lighting perfectly placed to block out nooks and crannies that were begging for someone to jump out of.
The ghost story of the Bride was a nice touch - a throwback to telling ghost stories around a fire and the effects were well thought out and executed. The use of back lighting and videos added to the performance, although with a sold out screening a few people at the back would have missed some of the effects.
The build up to the film once seated used an impressive use of sound and lighting to set the tone. A bonus talk about the history of the caves gave a special touch to the evening though slightly misplaced as it somewhat dampened any atmosphere built from the ghost story.
The screening was perfectly placed, sound and lighting were spot on giving us the ability to be sucked into the film. The claustrophobic nature of being underground really added atmosphere and intensity the situation, In a sold out show, however, it was evident from a couple of rows in that the audiences view was somewhat hampered by those in front, and those unfamiliar with the film missed subtitles at the start. Perhaps some raised platforms for seating might be a worthwhile thought for next time?
All in all whilst disappointed not to have the experience of live actors before or during the screening we enjoyed the setting and the efforts that went into the evening. The event was certainly popular and we will be looking forward to the next time and seeing how they develop.
Arriving at the Bristol Film Festival, the first appearance of the site felt a little underwhelming; a white marquee with no theming, music or atmosphere. As we were waiting, a man wandering passed asked what kind of illegal rave we were queuing for!
Once inside we were split into two groups, and our excitement levels began to grow at the prospect of live actors before the film. Alas the promise of live actors was not to be at this particular screening, and whilst the guide turned storyteller delivered his ghost story well it lacked what could have delivered several punches; dark misty corridors with red and green lighting perfectly placed to block out nooks and crannies that were begging for someone to jump out of.
The ghost story of the Bride was a nice touch - a throwback to telling ghost stories around a fire and the effects were well thought out and executed. The use of back lighting and videos added to the performance, although with a sold out screening a few people at the back would have missed some of the effects.
The build up to the film once seated used an impressive use of sound and lighting to set the tone. A bonus talk about the history of the caves gave a special touch to the evening though slightly misplaced as it somewhat dampened any atmosphere built from the ghost story.
The screening was perfectly placed, sound and lighting were spot on giving us the ability to be sucked into the film. The claustrophobic nature of being underground really added atmosphere and intensity the situation, In a sold out show, however, it was evident from a couple of rows in that the audiences view was somewhat hampered by those in front, and those unfamiliar with the film missed subtitles at the start. Perhaps some raised platforms for seating might be a worthwhile thought for next time?
All in all whilst disappointed not to have the experience of live actors before or during the screening we enjoyed the setting and the efforts that went into the evening. The event was certainly popular and we will be looking forward to the next time and seeing how they develop.
Links:
Official Website: www.bristolfilmfestival.com
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