Join Refractive for a screening of award-winning documentary film, I Dream in Photos by Directors Gary Lennon and Ollie Alin. The film screening will take place on Thursday 23^rd January at The Wynd Centre.

The evening will begin with a collective photography exhibition showcasing work by local artists, 7-8pm.

The evening will also include a screening of a short film, Roll Down the Window (2024), by Filmmaker Lipa Hussain.

Photo exhibition 7-8pm, screening starts at 8pm. Refreshments will be available to purchase although you are also welcome to bring your own snacks.

I Dream in Photos – documentary – 15 (Refractive cert)

Dir. Gary Lennon and Ollie Alin

2023 – 80 mins – Ireland, UK – Language: English

I Dream in Photos (Best Original Score at the Camille Awards) explores the life and work of Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist Cathal McNaughton, who quit “the best job in the world” at the peak of his career aged just 40. Cathal is in deep reflection, following his courageous work in the field of some of the world’s most harrowing trouble spots. His obsession with his art, drove him away from his family and son. Now, as he rebuilds personal relationships, he is challenged by the demons of his past.

McNaughton is an amiable and thoughtful subject, and his testimony even as he recounts experiences in conflict zones is clear-headed and stoical. The film, appropriately, is beautifully shot. Pretty vistas of hills and fields create a contemplative space in tandem with McNaughton’s own introspection.

–The Irish Times

I Dream In Photos delivers not only a well observed documentary and wonderful homage to Cathal’s impressive career – but also a quiet insight into the conflicted human condition.

–Film Ireland

Short film screening: Roll Down the Window (2024)

10 mins, Person, Short, Dir: Lipa Hussain.

Filmmaker Lipa Hussain interrogates a neurological condition she has experienced since childhood and the parallels it represents with her own religious and racial struggles. Alice In Wonderland syndrome causes the sensation of shrinking and losing bodily control. The film explores the idea of utilising AIW to confront an enemy from Lipa’s past. 

We have created a ticket system which allows attendees to pay according to their means and financial situation. Please buy the ticket that corresponds with your situation. If you would like to apply to be a member of Refractive (and benefit from the Members price), please fill in the form for free here: https://refractive.scot/join-refractive/

If you are interested in attending as part of an organised community group, please get in touch (info@refractive.scot) for support as we may be able to help cover tickets and transport.

Accessibility: “The Wynd Centre is fully accessible we provide a lift for anyone with mobility issues and wheelchair users, and we have an accessible toilet.” Please email info@refractive.scot if you have any accessibility needs or questions and we will help to make your viewing as comfortable as possible.