Oxford Festival Fringe Preview Comedy Festival comedy Film Festival
In partnership with the Ultimate Picture Palace, Oxford’s premier independent cinema, we are proud to present a series of comedies curated by performers at the Oxford Festival Fringe Preview Comedy Festival. We asked comedians to select films that influenced their sense of humor, expanded what they though comedy could be, or that they just really love and then introduce the film live before the screenings. It’s a eclectic mix of cult favorites and classics that you’re sure to love. We will be announcing the line-up soon so check back or join our mailing list to get all the updates.
Legally Blonde (2001)
Sunday 28 June @ 8:00pm
Elle Wood, a blonde sorority queen, is dumped by her boyfriend. He is planning to become a politician and wants to find a smarter girlfriend. Elle decides to follow him to law school to get him back, but once there, she learns she has more legal savvy than she ever imagined.
This film was picked and will be introduced by award winning comedian, Anna George
You can also see the film on Monday 29 June @ 6:00pm without an introduction.
What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
Sunday 12 July @ 8:00pm
This mockumentary follows vampires Viago, Deacon, Peter, and Vladislav who share a flat in Wellington and try to cope with modern life, from doing housework to trying to get into nightclubs. When Peter turns young hipster Nick into a vampire, they must guide him through his new-found eternal life.
This film was picked and will be introduced by award winning comedian, Caitriona Dowden.
You can also see the film on Monday 13 July @ 6:00pm without an introduction.
Sherlock Jr. X R.E.M. (1924)
Sunday 26 July @ 8:00pm
Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music to bring audiences a unique big-screen experience. This reimagining of the iconic Sherlock Jr. (1924) features REM's Monster (1994) and New Adventures in Hi-Fi (1996) albums. In this sublime comedy teetering between reality and illusion, Buster Keaton stars as a film projectionist who dreams of becoming a detective. He uses his limited skills when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend’s father’s pocket watch.
This film was picked and will be introduced Oxford Comedy Festival Founder, Matthew Chadourne.
You can also see the film on Monday 27 July @ 6:15pm without an introduction.
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