The Galleries Underground Carpark will set the stage for a night of soul-stirring rhythm on Saturday 29 July, thanks to the free Summer of Soul pop up event, part of Bristol’s Summer Film Takeover.
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The unique event, delivered by Compass Presents with Cinema Rediscovered (a Watershed project), is the fourth of nine free events for the public to enjoy in the city centre this summer under the Bristol's Summer Film Takeover programme, presented by Bristol UNESCO City of Film and partners.
The evening will feature an expanded screening of the Oscar®, BAFTA and Grammy award-winning 2021 documentary Summer of Soul, directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, a groundbreaking film about the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival that captures the essence and energy of an extraordinary moment in history, when music united a community. The Galleries Underground Car Park will be brought to life through live musical performances transporting the audience to 60’s Harlem.
Natalie Moore, Bristol UNESCO City of Film Manager says: “We’re so excited to present Summer of Soul as the next free event in Bristol’s Summer Film Takeover! After premiering and winning the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award at Sundance Film Festival, Questlove’s superb documentary swept the board during the 2021/22 awards season and is widely considered to be the greatest concert film of all time. This is going to be an evening to remember for soul music lovers who can immerse themselves in an experience that mixes the big screen with fantastic music. Just bring your moves!”
Mark Cosgrove, Cinema Rediscovered Founder says: “Woodstock, Altamont, Monterey - all iconic 60's music festivals that have passed into legendary status because they were filmed and released into cinemas. Who knew of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival where the likes of Nina Simone, Sly Stone, Stevie Wonder performed, except those lucky people who were there? Unlike those other festivals, this footage lay hidden from history. Questlove's documentary rights that historic wrong capturing the social and political context of the times and putting centre stage the truly electrifying performances of a who's who of Black American musicians. Get ready for a sensational music experience in this unique setting.”
Before the film, there’ll be live jam-style performances with local artists setting the scene. Following the screening, the night will continue with an underground funk and soul afterparty that will celebrate Bristol's rich musical heritage. Host Edson Burton will guide partygoers through the evening, which will also include a Soul Train dance competition.
Bristol’s DJ Style, female led funk collective Streets of Soul and special guests, alongside Bristol archive film buff DJ/VJ Cheeba, will curate a seamless blend of R&B and soul classics, progressing through to the infectious sounds of funk and disco.
Summer of Soul event details
Location: The Galleries Underground Car Park, Fairfax Street, Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 3XD
Date: Saturday 29th July
Arrival: 18:15 - 19:00
Experience begins: 19:00 - 19:30
Film screening: 20:00 - 22:00
After party: 22:30 - 02:30
This event is free but tickets still need to be booked in advance at: https://compasspresents.com/summer-of-soul/
Please note that while the afterparty is an 18+ only event, the film screening is rated 12A, therefore tickets are sold separately. You can attend one or both events.
Summer of Soul is part of Bristol’s Summer Film Takeover and is being delivered as one of the activities under the City Centre and High Streets Recovery and Renewal programme, funded by Bristol City Council and the West of England Combined Authority’s Love our High Streets project.
View all the events in Bristol’s Summer Film Takeover at www.bristolcityoffilm.co.uk/summerfilmtakeover
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