Imagined by the association “Les Méduses,” which aims to promote cinema, the 1st Fantastic Week of Cinema began yesterday at the Cinema Mercury. The goal? “To highlight fantasy films from the past and present. They are fantastic in every sense of the word, both in genre and story,” says Hélène Mayet, the President of the association. Until October 31, 2010, the public can attend premieres, previously unseen films in Nice, or short and feature film competitions. The film “Rubber,” presented at the Cannes Festival this year, was screened yesterday as a Nice premiere. On Saturday night, a special Tim Burton evening will be offered with “Batman,” “Batman Returns,” and “Beetlejuice.” During the closing session, which takes place for the Halloween celebration, “The NeverEnding Story” will be screened. On this occasion, “people will come in disguise,” indicates Hélène Mayet. These are events not to be missed. “Les Méduses” have also prepared some surprises for you.
Program
Tuesday, October 26
Opening Session
“Rubber” (premiere, original version with subtitles) – 7:45 PM session
Wednesday, October 27
“Buried” (premiere, original version with subtitles) – 7:45 PM session
Thursday, October 28
“The Jade Executioner Nights” (original version with subtitles)
(French Grand Premiere) – 7:45 PM session
In the presence of the film’s directors.
Friday, October 29
“Psycho” (original version with subtitles) – 7:45 PM session
“The Exorcist” (original version with subtitles) – 9:30 PM session
The screenings will be followed by discussions with the audience.
Saturday, October 30
Special Night Tim Burton
– “Batman” (French version) – 7:45 PM session
– “Batman Returns” (French version) – 9:45 PM session
– “Beetlejuice” (original version with subtitles) – 11:45 PM session
Sunday, October 31
Closing session
“The NeverEnding Story” (original version with subtitles) – 7:45 PM session
The screening is accompanied by a costume contest (!)
