Our last Flicker of 2009 was 'It's A Wonderful Life' and our surprise guest was the equally wonderful Mr. Bill Nighy.
We'd pinned our hopes on getting Bill along for some time and he was kind enough to say that if he were available he would be happy to read. So we crossed our fingers and toes and, sure enough, as is only right and proper at Christmas, our wish came true. For which we must say a big thank you, not to Santa, but to Liza Campbell for making the whole thing possible.
We offered Mr. Nighy an abridged version of the piece but were delighted on the night when he said he wanted to read it in its entirety as to cut any part of it spoilt the power of the story. So, we all sat in wrapped attention as Bill spun the tale.
To have the opportunity of being read a terrific story by a impeccable storyteller for a precious twenty minutes is a rare pleasure, Jackanory for adults.
A special mention must be made of Rob Ryan for providing us with an outstanding poster for the evening. It encapsulated the story perfectly as well as being a striking and beautiful image. Tidal Media provided our lovely flickbook.
The evening was again a sell out and it was lovely to have so many friends join us for the evening. There was a real festive spirit. We even had carol singing. All this, and the movie aside, made for a long evening but we don't think anybody minded. When we opened the doors at the end of the evening, the snow had fallen and it was all a bit magical really and a lovely end to the first flicker year.
Lots of the love,
the flicker club x
