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Africa United (cert 12A) to be released in cinemas across the UK on October 22nd 2010.
Over the years, Premier has brought our listeners news of some wonderful family entertainment films that we think you will really enjoy. We've checked them out and talked to the people behind them before bringing them to you and this little gem of a movie comes with our hearty recommendation! It will be out in cinemas across the country from Friday 22nd October and we are convinced that you and any friends and family you take with you to see it will come away feeling moved, uplifted and that you've had a great night out. Kids will love this film as will everyone, whether you are into football or not. Football is not the main story here - friendship, team spirit and self sacrifice are.
Africa United tells the extraordinary story of three Rwandan children and their bid to achieve their ultimate dream - to take part in the opening ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup in Johannesburg. On the way to the vital selection trial, disaster strikes when Fabrice, Dudu and Beatrice board the wrong bus and cross into the Congo. Without papers, money or a believable story, they are escorted to a children’s refugee camp. But with considerable ingenuity and sass (and a World Cup wall chart for a map), our pint-sized heroes escape the camp and set off in pursuit of their dream, picking up along the way a “dream team” of displaced kids, who help them negotiate a series of thrilling and hilarious adventures.
During their 3000 mile journey, we encounter an Africa few people ever see; experience an epic adventure across seven countries; and feel the joy, laughter and hope that comes from making an incredible journey together.
Africa United is a dramatic, heartfelt and enchanting story set to enthrall family audiences worldwide.
Though not an overtly 'Christian' film, there is much Christian input and prayer that has gone into its making and we believe that pastors and youth leaders can use this film to great effect in speaking to young people both inside and outside of church. There are FREE resources available to help churches make the most of this opportunity. Make sure to tune in to Premier all this week when we will bring you interviews with cast and crew and fun prizes to be won!
Comic Relief receives 25% of net profits derived from the film (at least £25,000). Comic Relief, registered charity 326568 (England and Wales); SC039730 (Scotland)
Former Head of the Evangelical alliance and now International Director of Micah Challenge, Joel Edwards, has seen the film with us and this is what he had to say about it:
"This is an imaginative film aimed at children but dealing with grown up issues. It’s a suspense drama with positive values whicih will not only entertain but give your youth group and Sunday School classes something to get involved in. If you are a leader with progressive ideas about educating your kids and congregation this is going to be a great tool. Anyway don’t just take my word for it, please go and see it during the opening weekend 22-24 October at a cinema near you." - Joel Edwards.
Africa United at a cinema near you, October 22nd. Follow the adventure!