Ditchling
Ditchling Film Society: On Thursday 5 April the Society is showing Manchester by Sea, a masterly and beautifully acted film about loss and grief. After the death of his older brother Joe, Lee Chandler, a brooding and irritable loner, is shocked to hear that he has been made sole guardian of Joe’s 16 year old son Patrick. Lee is now forced to deal with the painful past that separated him from his wife and the community where he was born and raised. His return to the past opens an unspeakable tragedy. Casey Affleck, playing the part of Lee Chandler proves he can convey suffering as well as any actor alive and is supported by a terrific cast. Director: Kenneth Lonergen. US. 2016. 137 mins. 15 Cert. The film is shown at 8pm in Ditchling Village Hall. Doors open at 7.30pm. Free coffee and biscuits beforehand and wine can be purchased by the glass. There is ample free parking behind the hall. Guests and temporary members are welcome for £5 payable at the door.