The ‘Red Riding Trilogy’ To Premiere At IFC Center
Here’s one that I’ve been following for a couple months. Said to be one of the best cinema experiences of the decade, The Red Riding Trilogy has been praised by critics across the globe and now all three films will play without interruption starting on February 5th in New York City. I know I have friends in New York, and I would highly suggest catching these films while you have a chance. I’ll likely have to wait for them to be released On Demand, but the opportunity to see all of them back to back without any breaks is fantastic. The complete running time of the presentation is about 300 minutes, with two intermissions throughout, and credits for all three films will run at the end. The shows will continue for one week, showing twice daily at 1:00 and 7:00. Ticket prices are $25 regular, $20 for seniors, and $18 for IFC members. Like I said, I know I have some readers in New York, and I HIGHLY suggest getting over to see one of these presentations if you can. Check the excerpt from the official press release below.
RED RIDING’s three chapters are directed by Julian Jarrold (BRIDESHEAD REVISITED), Academy Award ® Winner James Marsh (MAN ON WIRE) and Anand Tucker (HILARY AND JACKIE, SHOPGIRL). The films were written by Tony Grisoni (FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS) and based on the novels by David Peace. It is produced by Revolution Films’ Andrew Eaton, Anita Overland and Wendy Brazington. The Cast includes Andrew Garfield, Sean Bean, Warren Clarke, Rebecca Hall, Eddie Marsan, David Morrissey, Peter Mullan, Paddy Considine, Maxine Peake, Mark Addy and Daniel Mays.
RED RIDING will be presented without any trailers and the credits will run at the conclusion of the presentation. A free popcorn and a collectors edition program book featuring an essay by the esteemed writer David Thomson, interviews with the principal talent, a photo gallery, a description of the large cast of characters and complete credits will be given out to each audience member. Beginning Friday, February 12th, IFC Center will present RED RIDING in 3 parts with separate admissions. Landmark’s Nuart will also open the films as separate admissions followed by a national rollout.
-William Gutheil