The special film "Niki de Saint Phalle"

On 24 June, the city of Bocholt will present the biographical film about the artist "Niki de Saint Phalle" starring Charlotte Le Bon as part of the series "The Special Film". The film is a plea for the fighting spirit of this remarkable artist and for the irrepressible power of art.

In the early stages of the Cold War, Niki de Saint Phalle decides to move to France with her husband Harry Matthews and their daughter due to the social and political climate in the USA. But even in Europe, she is haunted by the ghosts of her past: Niki is struggling with the consequences of the abuse she experienced as a child.

Instead of leading a glamorous life as a model and actress in Paris, Niki breaks down and seeks psychiatric help. In the process, she discovers visual art for herself and begins to challenge the existing conventions of this world. The film sheds light on the role of art in helping her deal with her psychological stress. The so-called "Nanas" are her artistic trademark.

The film lasts 100 minutes and was directed by Celine Sallette. The trailer and tickets are available at www.kinodrom.de.

About the special film campaign
The film series "KINO Bocholt - der besondere Film" has been running since 1977 as a cooperation between the Department of Education and Culture and the Bocholt Kinodrom. The aim is to present exceptional films - which would otherwise not be shown in Bocholt - to an interested audience of all ages at a favourable price of €7. As a rule, selected films are shown every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.