Since the Flinders Flicks film society reformed this year, the society has been treated to two films, firstly “The Great Gatsby” and later “The Grand Budapest Hotel” in the comfortable ‘movie room’ setting at Emily’s Bistro, using the Flinders Flicks projector and screen which is now permanently mounted there.

We have decided to continue to run film events on a monthly basis. Audience numbers are limited to around 35 per film so it will be essential for people to book early. The events at Emily’s will run along similar lines to the first one, with the film being shown for free, and guests paying a per head charge to cover the costs of snacks.

Donations are very welcome as we are saving for a new projector. We want to purchase a full HD projector, which will ensure a higher quality of image, especially for outdoor cinema, which is something we would like to do over summer.

Not long ago Flinders Flicks put out a survey, many thanks to the 11 people who responded. The respondents indicated that they would like to see award-winning films, from South Australia or at least Australia, and preferably of the comedy or romantic genres. I hope the Australian film industry takes note! We would like however to please all the members, and will vary the films accordingly.

The film for October will be Tracks, which was filmed here two years ago and is based on the book by Robyn Davidson.
If you are keen for a movie room experience as a member of Flinders Flicks film society, please pencil these dates into your diary: (Fridays)

17th October
14th November
12th December
2015
16th January
13th February

Films will be announced prior to each screening in our events page.
You can book a place in advance by calling Emily’s on 08 8648 6940. For more information please view the flinders flicks web site, or next month’s Mercury.

The Grand Budapest Hotel is a comedy set between the wars, and it will be on at Emily’s Bistro on Friday 12th September at 7pm.

Watch the trailer and dress up accordingly!

Bookings are essential – your evening includes supper ($10 per person) – call 08 8648 6940 or email emilysbistro@gmail.com

The Flinders Flicks film society reformed this year after a long break, thanks to the help of Emily’s bistro to provide a venue. The society now has 30 new members who were treated to the Baz Luhrmann remake of “The Great Gatsby” starring Leonardo DiCaprio in a very comfortable “movie room” setting, using the Flinders Flicks projector and screen which is now permanently mounted at Emily’s ready for future events. Audience were treated to snack sized taco treats and delicious meringues, and the enjoyment of seeing many dress up in 1920’s costumes which added a great deal of atmosphere to the 1920s Emporium!

“We’ve had a lot of really positive feedback,” says manager Sally Brown, “and many people said it was an amazing experience. One guest said he felt honored to be there.”

The first show was deemed such a success that we have decided to continue to run film events on a regular basis. The films are being set by nomination and vote. The audience numbers are being limited to around 30 per film so it will be essential for people to book early. The events at Emilys will run along similar lines to the first one, with the film being shown for free, and guests paying a per head charge to cover the costs of snacks. Donations are very welcome as we are saving for a new projector – thank you to everyone who contributed to us raising $65 at the first event.

The Film Society has put out a survey to the new members, and non members are welcome to participate. The survey provides an opportunity for people to suggest what films they are most interested in seeing, and to vote on film suggestions. It is easily accessible online from https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2NVLHS6 , or drop in to Emily’s and provide feedback to Sally.

The next film has not been set yet… but the date has! If you are keen for a movie room experience as a member of Flinders Flicks film society, please pencil this date into your diary: Friday 12 September 2014. The film will be announced later this month on www.flindersflicks.org. You can book a place in advance by calling Emily’s on 08 8648 6940. Further dates will be set later this month so please view the flinders flicks web site, or next month’s Mercury for a program of upcoming events.

Next event : Friday 12 September at Emily’s Bistro.

Photos below courtesy of Emily’s Bistro.

More than six years have passed since a small group of Quorn locals set up Flinders Flicks. Monthly double features were screened at the local Guide Hall, as well as a few other venues such as the Quorn Caravan Park, until other commitments got in the way and FF went in to hiatus in 2011.

Those evenings have been sadly missed by its small bunch of devotees, but thanks to a new partnership with Emily’s Bistro, Flinders Flicks will be running again very soon.

In fact the first screening at Emily’s Bistro will be of The Great Gatsby, to be presented on Friday 11th July at 7pm. (Bookings are required… click the advertisement to the right to see contact details for bookings)

Illuminart will be continuing its support of Flinders Flicks by helping with advice, sponsorship and technical support. This includes

• training local people in the operation of the equipment

• providing insurance of the equipment

• arranging storage and hire options of equipment to support community projects

• organising technicians to support the project (for example involving Rowan Lee a technologist in Adelaide to provide best quotes for equipment)

• assisting the society to develop an engaging film program

• employing a local writer to assist with promotion

• arranging sponsorship rates for projectors from our preferred supplier Panasonic

We are very excited about this new opportunity, as we simply did not have enough volunteers to run the film nights on our own anymore, and we are sure Emily’s Bistro and the audience will enjoy the benefits of Flinders Flicks film nights in Quorn.