Part of Rage & Reinvention, a new short season of work presented by Leeds Heritage Theatres. Explore the programme now.
A romantic comedy with a heart of gold but also passionate political force, Letter to Brezhnev is arguably the definitive Merseyside film.
Two Liverpool lasses hook up with a pair of Russian sailors, only for their night of fun to turn serious when love beckons for one of the girls, and she begins to wonder if life might be better behind the Iron Curtain.
A film emboldened by the strength of its contrasts, Letter to Brezhnev combines its earthy humour with a bitter depiction of urban deprivation, illuminating the hope at the heart of a neglected city and imparting the belief that human contact can counteract the prejudices of international politics.
As well as showing as part of Rage & Reinvention, this screening will begin with an extended introduction by Alice Parsons, founder of Bradford Queer Film Festival.
About Alice: Alice Parsons (she/her) is a producer, curator and the founder and director of Bradford Queer Film Festival. She is also a proud Scouser. She has worked with film exhibition across her career at venues including the Howard Assembly Room, Everyman and National Science and Media Museum. Alice is passionate about stories with a unique point of view and sharing underseen classics on the big screen.
Event information
Running Time: 1hr 29mins (excluding opening Q&A)
Certificate: 15
