2nd East Herts Eco Filmfest

A free family-friendly day of films and worshops at Hertford Theatre. Plus - help choose the winner of an eco-art display by pupils from Sele School

For more details and trailers, visit http://www.easthertsecofilmfest.org.uk

11.00 Of Forests and Men  (7 mins)

Following the success of his stunning film “Home”, Yann Arthus-Bertrand celebrates the International Year of Forests with a visual feast that gives us an opportunity to rediscover, the beauty and importance of these essential ecosystems. Produced by Yann Arthus-Bertrand

11.15 The Coral Gardener (10 mins)

The colourful tale of Austin Bowden-Kerby, a coral gardener, who has brought together his love of gardening, and passion for the underwater world, to do something very special that just might save the coral reefs of Fiji. Produced by Elizabeth White, BBC Natural History Unit.

11.30 Garbage Angel (5 minutes)

Down on the waste dump, discarded items are taking on a life of their own. Witness garbage as you’ve never seen it before and enjoy its depiction of our society. Produced by Élène Dallaire

11.40 Plastic Planet (95 minutes)

We live in the Age of Plastic. It’s cheap, practical and everywhere – even in our blood. But is it a danger to us? This feisty, award-winning documentary takes us on a personal journey of discovery to reveal the far-flung reaches of our plastic problem. It sheds new light on the perils of plastic to our environment and exposes the truth of how plastic affects our bodies and the health of future generations. A film by Werner Boote

"Every bit as unshakable as An Inconvenient Truth." (Time Out)

Short discussion time followed by break

13.30 Lost and Found (25 mins)

A magical tale of loneliness and friendship based on the award-winning book by Oliver Jeffers. One day, a boy finds a penguin on his doorstep and decides to take it home.......even if that means rowing all the way to the South Pole!. Winner of a BAFTA award for Best Children's Animation and over 59 other International awards to date. Directed by Philip Hunt Age 5+

“Beautiful and poignant” “Nothing short of stunning” (The Times)

14.10 Mr Popper’s Penguins (95 mins)

A family film suitable for children over 5 based on an award-winning children's book, this charming Jim Carrey comedy shows we can't ignore nature. The life of a businessman begins to change after he inherits six penguins, and as he transforms his apartment into a winter wonderland, his professional side starts to unravel. Soon he bonds with them and realises there are more important things in life than work. Stars Jim Carrey. Rating: PG

15.45 Address by Cllr Suzanne Rutland-Barsby – Chairman of East Herts Council and ward councillor for Hertford Castle Ward

16.00 Award of  Prizes and Display of Children’s Animations made during the day

16.15 You've Been Trumped (95 mins) Showing sponsored by local energy company Green Energy UK

A David and Goliath tale for the 21^st Century: it follows a group of proud Scottish homeowners who take on billionaire Donald Trump. Trump has bought hundreds of acres of pristine Scottish coastline and aims to cover one of Europe’s most environmentally sensitive stretches with golf courses. Funny, inspiring and heartbreaking in turns, You’ve Been Trumped is an entertaining, stranger-than-truth tale and an environmental parable for our times. Directed by Anthony Baxter. Rating: Age 12+

"A runaway success" (The Times) "An explosive documentary" (The Daily Mail)

18.00 Festival closes

Free family-friendly workshops including an animation studio and a display of environmental art work where you help judge the winner