EL 47, (2024), Spain, directed by Marcel Barrena

EL 47, 2024, (Spain) Sir Robert Helpman Theatre Thursday November 19 Doors Open : 6.30pm In 1978 Barcelona, bus driver Manolo Vital hijacks a vehicle from the 47 bus line to expose the local government’s false claim that buses can’t reach the working class neigbourhood Torre Baro. The Barcelona city council state that the steep, narrow and unpaved roads are too dangerous for heavy vehicles.

A deeply human film about dignity, community and the right of ordinary people not to remain invisible. The story never feels like a grand heroic myth, but like the simple stubborn act of a man and a neighbourhood asking for what should have been obvious.

Eduard Fernandez is excellent as Manolo Vital giving him warmth, fatigue, pride and quiet determination without turning him into a saint. Zoe Bonafonte is also very strong as Joana adding a more personal layer about roots, class and the difficulty of accepting where you come from.

The songs used in the film give the story political memory and emotional weight. It may be classically told but it is honest, moving and effective. It reminds us that sometimes a bus route can become an act of justice.

IMDB arndtgr

RELS WINE SELECTION

EL 47

Wine themes:

# Spain

# Urban Transportation and Thoroughfares

# A man of the people, making a stand

REDS

“Winton Road” Barossa Shiraz, 2021

“Annie’s Lane” Adelaide, Cabernet Merlot, 2025

“Campo Viejo” Rioja Spain, Garnacha, 2024

WHITES

“The Hero”, Australia, Sauvignon Blanc, 2025

Lingo“Alba”, Australia, Alberiño, 2021

A Spanish grape with a flavour similar to a fruity dry Riesling

PINK

“Lisbonita” Portugal, Rosé, 2024

Label almost of a bus, and wine almost from Spain….. Almost Perfect!!

Holy Cow, (2024), France, directed by Louise Courvoisier

Holy Cow, 2024, (France) Directed by Louise Courvoisier Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre Thursday October 15 Doors Open: 6.30pm 18 year old, Totone’s carefree life changes dramatically after his father is killed in a motor vehicle accident. He is left with responsibility for a failing farm and the care of his young sister, Claire. He decides to enter a specialist cheese making competition. Comte cheese is only made in the western French alps. To do this Totone must make advances to Marie -Lise who runs the dairy farm, where last year's winning cheese was made. While marie-lise is distracted -Totone’s mates sneak into the dairy and siphon off the specialist cream needed to make the cheese. Unfortunately plans with cheese making go wrong, forcing Totone to spend more time with Marie – lise to steal more milk. To try and make another batch of cheese. Then one night Marie-lise must care for a pregnant cow so Totone offers to sit with her, As soon as she falls asleep the cow goes into labour. Totone must decide whether to make off with the cheese or wake Marie Lise as promised. Then things go crazy as Marie-lise brothers come home to catch Totone’s mates in the act of siphoning off the milk. Holy Cow is directed by Louise Courvoisier and won Best First Film at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. REELS WINE SELECTION “Holy Cow” Wine theme: Cows – including male bovines and female elephants (if not in the name, in the picture) REDS “Running with Bulls” Barossa Shiraz, 2024 “Cow Bombie” Western Australia, Cabernet Merlot, 2022 “Lovers not Toreadors” Spain, Tempranillo, 2022 NON-REDS “Noble Fellows”, Marlborough, New Zealand, Pinot Gris, 2025 “Elephant in the Room”, Australia, Phenomenal, Fiano, 2021 PINK “Cow Bombie” Western Australia, Rosé, 2026

Notice of the Annual General Meeting of Reels Film Society

Dear Members, This is to advise you of the upcoming Annual General Meeting of the members of Reels Film Society. The details of this meeting are as follows: Date: Thursday 15th October 2026 Time: 7pm (movie will be screened after the meeting) Place: Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mount Gambier Agenda and Minutes are available by request and at the October Film Night At the meeting, members will have the opportunity to: • find out about and ask questions about Reels Film Society’s operations and finances • table topics for discussion • vote on any resolutions proposed. At the meeting, members will be asked to vote to: • accept the minutes of the last annual general meeting • accept the annual report, auditors report, annual financial statements • appoint an auditor • elect President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and 4 Committee members. • Vote on any other business requiring consideration Regards, Sheryl Norris Secretary 1st October 2026

Evil does not exist, (2023), Japan, written and directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi

  

Evil does not exist, 2023, (Japan)

Written and directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

Thursday September 24

Doors Open: 6.30 pm

Takumi lives with his daughter Hana in Mizubiki, a quiet village near Tokyo.

Their lives are disrupted when a Tokyo based company plans to build a poorly designed glamping site near the village.

Representatives from Playmode hold a tense town hall meeting to introduce the idea to the villagers. The villagers reject the idea as the poorly placed septic tank will ruin their pristine water supply, causing damage to the local ecosystem relied upon by the wild deer.

Hana goes missing after an encounter with the local deer hunters. Takumi responds with a primal instinctive reaction that resembles a wonded animal.

The film is described by IMDB as a slow burn, a character study disguised as an eco-drama. 

It is written and directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi and features a cast of non-professional actors. The film was shown at the Venice International Film Festival and was awarded the Grand Jury Prize.

REELS WINE SELECTION

"Evil does not exist"

There is nothing evil in the REEL's wine cellar.

This month's wines are all unsullied treasures from the wine selections from previous months.

Enjoy

GHOSTLIGHT, (2024), USA, written and directed by Kelly O'Sullivan, codirected by Alex Thompson

 

GHOSTLIGHT, 2024, (USA)

Written and directed by Kelly O'Sullivan, codirected by Alex Thompson

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

Thursday August 20

Doors Open: 6.30 pm

GHOSTLIGHT centres on Dan (Keith Kupferer) a melancholic middle aged construction worker grieving after a family tragedy. Cut off from his loving family, wife Sharon (Tara Mallen), and daughter Daisy (Katheren Mallen Kupferer). Dan discovers comfort and community from a group of amateur actors rehearing for their production of Romeo and Juliet.

First premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival this movie was praised for the touching and gently comedic tale of the healing power of art and amateur theatre.

Real life family performances bring tenderness and authenticity to this poignant portrait of a family dealing with loss. Dolly de Leon is hilarious as Dan’s irascible, improbable co-star!

Co-directed by Alex Thompson and Kelly O’Sullivan.

“ A masterfully crafted work with nearly no false notes” The Film Stage

REELS WINE SELECTION

GHOSTLIGHT

Wine themes:

# Theatre – drama, heroes, villains, etc.

# Love and Romance - mostly ill-fated

# “Romeo and Juliet” – ends in tragedy

REDS

“Take it to the Grave” Barossa Shiraz, 2025

John Tate Winemakers “Torch Song” Western Australia, Shiraz Cabernet Merlot, 2022

“Dead End” McLaren Vale, Tempranillo, 2022

NON-REDS

Cupio aka “Cupid”, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc

“The Hero” Australia, Pinot Grigio, 2026

SWEET

Gossips “Sweet Lips” Australia, Moscato, 2025

All of us Strangers (2023), Britain, Written and directed by Andrew Haigh

 All of us Strangers, 2023, (Britain)

Written and directed by Andrew Haigh

Sir Robert Helpman Theatre

Thursday July 23

Doors Open: 6.30 pm

Adam (Andrew Scott) begins a relationship with mysterious neighbour Harry (Paul Mescal) after a chance encounter. As they become closer Adam is drawn back to the childhood home where his parents are still living just as they were 30 years ago on the day they died!!

This psychological Drama and Romance features Clair Foy as Harry’s mum and Jaimie Bell as Harry’s Dad. Directed by Andrew Haigh based upon the novel by Taichi Yamada.

Nominated for BAFTA for 2024 Outstanding British film of the year.

A beautiful meditation on loss and the connection between familial love and romantic love.

REELS WINE SELECTION

“All of Us Strangers”

Wine themes:

# Strangers / the unknown / suspicion

# Love

# Memory/Nostalgia

REDS

Hidden Ridge “187’” Coonawarra Shiraz, 2024

Taylors’ “Discoveries” South Australia, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023

“Sweet Caroline” Australia, Merlot, 2024

(who doesn’t feel a wave of nostalgia at this one???)

NON-REDS

“Sidewood”, Adelaide Hills, Sauvignon Blanc, 2025

(Strangers, checked out in sideward glances…)

“Sweet Caroline” Australia, Pinot Grigio, 2025

(the nostalgia continues)

SWEET

Bailey & Bailey, Australia, Pink Moscato

There’s Still Tomorrow, (C'è ancora domani) (2023) Italy, Directed by acclaimed Italian filmmaker and actress Paola Cortellesi

 

There’s Still Tomorrow, 2023 (Italy)

Directed by Paola Cortellesi

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

Thursday June 25

Doors Open : 6.30 pm

The film is set in postwar Rome. 

A working class wife and mother dreams of a better future, Delia breaks traditional family patterns and takes steps towards a different future after receiving a mysterious letter. Delia faces regular verbal and physical abuse from husband Ivano, while still caring for her sullen father in law, Ottorina. She can also see that her daughter Marcella and her relationship with her bossy, controlling fiancé Giulio is heading for a similarly abusive marriage.

After being advised to leave her abusive husband by her group of married friends. Delia decides to fight against her inferior status by voting in the constitutional referendum after receiving her first voter card.

Italian film critics praised the direction and screenplay which deals with issues of feminisim and patriarchy as well as performances by lead actors Cortellesi, Fanelli and Mastandrea.

The film stars Paola Cortellesi who has also directed and co- written the screen play. Awards include Best New Director , Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress, Best Original Screenplay.

(Wikipedia viewed June 19,2026)

REELS WINE SELECTION

“There’s Still Tomorrow”

Wine themes:  

# An Italian comedy

# Women rising above their circumstances

REDS

  “Elena’s One & Only” McLaren Vale, Shiraz, 2022

  Tenuta “Sassoregale” Maremma Toscana, Italy, Sangiovese, 2022

NON-REDS

  Vigneti del Sole,  Italy,  Soave, 2024 (similar to Sauv Blanc) 

  “Ciao Bella”, Delle Venezie, Italy, Pinot Grigio, 2024

   Mitolo“Jester”  McLaren Vale, Sangiovese Rosé, 2026