In 2008 patients, volunteers and workers from Italy, members of the National Association for Sport and Social Integration (ANPIS) accompanied by members from the Oxford Coasters (patients from Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust) travelled to Buenos Aires, Argentina to take part in ‘Patassarriba’ – an event to offer support and inspiration to mental health services and patients in Argentina.

Paula Kleiman’s film ‘Liberelun’ documents the practical and spiritual journeys made by ANPIS members and by the residents of a large mental institution (manicomio) outside Buenos Aires as they prepare to compete in the tournament. The action takes place both in the BOCA Juniors Club facility and in the grounds of the hospital.

The film draws parallels between the lives of those living in the hospital and those living in and supported by local communities in Italy and shows the possibilities and potential for life-changing events through sport and social inclusion.

As this film is being shown in support of World Mental Health Day we are delighted that Paula Kleiman, Filmmaker, Roberto Grelloni, Former President of ANPIS as well as other participants from ‘Patasarriba’ will be speaking after the film and answering questions about their experiences.

Tickets available from the Picturehouse Box Office.