SACC/YP Melbourne members and guests join us on 1 August for the screening of HAMMARSKJÖLD FIGHT FOR PEACE followed by networking drinks.
Directed by Per Fly (Borgen) this gripping drama based on true events stars iconic actor Mikael Persbrandt (IN A BETTER WORLD, SEX EDUCATION) as charismatic diplomat and economist Dag Hammarskjöld, the man John F. Kennedy once called “the greatest statesman of our century.” New York City, 1961. At the peak of the Cold War, Hammarskjöld (Persbrandt) is at the pinnacle of his power, serving his seventh year as Secretary-General of the United Nations. After decolonisation, he takes it upon himself to bring peace to the African countries, thwarting plans of powerful entrepreneurs and world leaders to further their exploit resources. But, when his old friend Peter shows up in New York, he begins to question his unprecedented dedication to his job and vision. When UN peacekeepers are killed in open battle in the Congo, Hammarskjöld decides to impose peace by new measures and leads UN troops into their first wartime operation. Although aware his enemies may plot against him, he boards a plane in a desperate attempt to negotiate a cease-fire.
When: Thursday 1 Aug 2024, 6.10 pm movie start (please arrive from 5.30pm onwards to collect your ticket).
Where: Kino Cinema, 45 Collins St, Melbourne, Vic, 3000. See map.
Cost: $25 per ticket (movie only)
Post-movie networking drinks for those who wish to join will be held:
From 8:30pm onwards.
At the Garden State Hotel, 101 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vic, 3000
Note: 2 minutes walk from the Palace Kino Cinema. See map.
Please register and pay via the SACC website.
We are looking forward to seeing you there!
SACC/YP Melbourne
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