Ditchling
Ditchling Film Society: Tonight, Thursday 5 April, the Society is showing Manchester by Sea, a masterly told and beautifully acted film about grief and loss. 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 returns to his home fishing village where he is forced to deal with the painful past which 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. Films are shown in Ditchling Village Hall and start at 8pm. 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 the sum of £5 payable at the door.