Feminist Fightback Filmclub: Polite Society

Join Feminist Fightback for a lighthearted, festive film screening this November.

We’ll be showing Polite Society, a 2023 movie about a rebellious teenager named Ria Khan who tries to save her older sister Lena from an unwanted marriage:  Ria, a martial artist-in-training, enlists her friends to help her pull off a wedding heist to prove that her sister’s suitor is not a good match.

Content includes: martial arts combat & mild violence; some swearing, mild drugs and drinking.

Exhibiting anger/ joy during the film at oppressive behaviour/ high points very much encouraged.

Suggested donations on the door £2/5/10 unwaged/waged/solidarity.

Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.

All genders welcome.

Doors open at 7pm.

The screening will be at Vibast Community Centre, 267 Old Street, London EC1V 9NH. It is about 3 minutes walking from Old Street station, or the 55 and 243 buses stop just in front of the Centre. The venue is accessible and has accessible toilets.