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Aug 31, Sep 14: Movie – THE SITTING DUCK

THE SITTING DUCK: The true story of Maureen Kearney (Isabelle Huppert), the head union representative of a French multinational nuclear powerhouse. She became a whistleblower, denouncing top-secret deals that shook the French nuclear sector.

A thriller investigation set in the world of nuclear power and politics.

NOMINATED FOR BEST FILM – VENICE FILM FESTIVAL – Venice Horizons Award

“Huppert manages to make an intriguing premise and sometimes harrowing story, a truly compelling and engrossing drama.” 4/5 Stars Stuff/ Waikato Times – James Croot

THE SITTING DUCK 121 mins M Sexual violence references & offensive language | France | French with English subtitles

Saturday 31st August 7.30pm, Saturday 14th September 5.00pm.

Ticket prices: $16 Adults, $14 Concession and $9 Children. RCAC Members $12.

Raglan Movies at the Old School, 5 Stewart St, Raglan 3225.

Book online: raglanmovies.nz, call into the Old School office Mon-Fri 10am to 2pm. (Office closed public holidays)

Door sales from 30 mins before session times.

Licensed bar & homemade snacks on sale.

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An investigative thriller set in the world of nuclear power and politics. Alone against the world, Maureen Kearney fought government ministers and industry leaders, tooth and nail to bring the scandal to light and to defend more than 50,000 jobs. Her life was turned upside down when she was violently assaulted in her own home. The investigation is carried out under pressure: the subject is sensitive. Suddenly, new elements create doubt in the minds of the investigators. At first a victim, Maureen becomes a suspect.

DIRECTOR: Jean-Paul Salomé
WITH: Isabelle Huppert, Grégory Gadebois

THE SITTING DUCK 121 mins M Sexual violence references & offensive language | France | French with English subtitles

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