Solar Cinema Malta is screening the documentary Two Trumpets For St Andrew (1968) tomorrow in Luqa.
The Australian documentary, directed by Gil Brealey, follows the rivalry between two band clubs in the village of Luqa in 1968. John Calleja and Anthony Theuma are the two main protagonists. The documentary introduces viewers to their way of life and to their passion for their respective band clubs. It also takes viewers to their workplaces: the military air base and the Malta Drydocks.
Shot while the British occupation was ending and Malta’s independence was at its inception, this film offers a rare view of how Maltese village life was at the time. It also features interviews with Archbishop Michael Gonzi, George Borg Olivier and Dom Mintoff.
The concept of Solar Cinema has been travelling the world for 10 years, bringing unseen films to unusual places, all powered by 100 per cent solar energy. It is now showing films in Malta and Gozo. This project is part of Valletta 2018 – European Capital of Culture.
The screening of Two Trumpets for St Andrew will be held on the parvis of Luqa’s youth centre in Triq id-Dokkiena tomorrow at 8.30pm. Entrance is free.