When Marnie Was There

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Activities to support engagement, debate and reflection alongside a screening from the Let's Play strand of the festival.

Suitable for 11+

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Support students in exploring the benefits of mindfulness, through film analysis and filmmaking activities.

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Spirited Away: Film Guide

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A film guide that looks at Spirited Away (2001), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

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When Marnie Was There: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at When Marnie Was There (2014), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for 7–11

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