Complimentary tickets are available for Flinders staff to a fabulous new movie previewing this month, Military Wives featuring Kristin Scott Thomas and Sharon Horgan and directed by Peter Cattaneo of Full Monty fame.
An inspiring drama about the bravery of women of war and the power of music that saved them, the film delves into the thankless lives of military wives and the courage and sense of community gained through joining together in song.
Separated from loved ones, the suffering and sacrifice of the wives goes unnoticed while they live with the dread of a fateful knock on the door. But Kate (Scott Thomas), finds freedom in singing and persuades a ragtag group of women at the base to form the Military Wives Choir. Finding their voice together, the misfit choir turn their noses to military tradition, anti-war protestors and their own personal differences. As friendships flourish, even the skeptical rebel Lisa (Horgan), is transformed by the choir’s friendship, humour and courage.
Inspired by a true-life global phenomenon, Military Wives portrays ordinary women in unbelievably testing circumstances. The luminous cast belts out pop hits and rock anthems, empowering everyone to overcome their fears together.
In cinemas March 12, Flinders University staff can book free tickets to preview screenings on 12 or 19 February, at the Regal or Nova theatres, courtesy of Transmission Films.