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International Lens Film Series: L'Enfant

Vanderbilt University

March 19, 2009

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This provocative drama focuses on Bruno, a down-and-out petty thief, who sells his newborn son for quick cash. In an attempt at redemption, Bruno searches for the baby -- and for a new way of living. Winner of the Palm d'Or at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival. French with English subtitles. R. 100 minutes. Presented by: Nathalie Dieu-Porter, Senior Lecturer in French Belgium/France (2005) Dir: Jean-Pierre Dardenne and Luc Dardenne. Funding provided in part by the French & Italian Department.

International Lens, a film series with a global perspective, uses film screenings as a forum to promote conversation among Vanderbilt's diverse community of students, faculty and staff. International Lens strives to transcend geographic, ethnic, religious, linguistic and political boundaries by facilitating conversation and greater cross-cultural understanding through cinema. The series is a partnership between the Office of the Dean of Students and academic departments, centers and programs.

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  Tickets: Free and open to the public

• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  March 19, 2009

  Times:
  Thursday 7:00pm

  Complimentary parking available in Zone 2 Lot 2 off West End Avenue at 23rd Avenue S.

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• Venue Info

  Vanderbilt University - Sarratt Cinema

  2301 Vanderbilt Place Sarratt Student Center Nashville , TN 37240

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• Parking Info

  Complimentary parking for Sarratt Cinema patrons is available in zone 2 lot 2 off West End Ave at 23rd Avenue South.
  
  Handicap parking is available, call (615) 322-6400 for details.

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  • Event Name: International Lens Film Series: L'Enfant
    "A truly thought-provoking film"
    Review posted by: Deborah Williams from Nashville, TN USA, Mar 23, 2009
    

    I loved this film. The fact that there was no music, the gritty, realistic images, the raw idea of what Bruno had done, I was on the edge of my emotional seat throughout. I really liked the... Expand

    I loved this film. The fact that there was no music, the gritty, realistic images, the raw idea of what Bruno had done, I was on the edge of my emotional seat throughout. I really liked the facilitator, too, although I wish she had been a bit more organized in her questions (hence the 1/2 star deduction). It helped a bit that she was from the country of the film's origin, but I would've liked to have heard more about how the film received its Palme d'Or awards. A bit more background on the actors themselves might have added some intrigue to the event. Overall, though, I really enjoyed the experience, and it was over way too soon. I'd definitely recommend the film for its candor and realism, and I'll look forward to another experience in this venue very soon. They should do more of these (especially free). Collapse

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