The Pellet
Achero MañasThe third session of the "Film Series in Altrincham" will feature a screening of the film El Bola (Achero Mañas, 2000). Before the screening, a lecturer will provide an introductory presentation about the film. After the film, which will be shown with English subtitles, attendees are invited to participate in a discussion about the main themes of the movie. Synopsis El Bola, a 12 year old boy a.k.a. "Pellet" is a 12 year old boy raised in a violent and sordid environment. Embarrassed by his family life, he avoids becoming close to classmates. The arrival of a new boy at school changes his attitude towards his classmates, and friendship. The heart of the story is the change in El Bola's life, at almost all levels, after befriending this new classmate.