Llandovery cinema to screen environmental film Woman at War
The film tells the story of Halla, a quiet choir conductor who leads a double life as an eco-activist, taking bold action to protect her homeland from industrial harm.
The screening will take place at Rhys Prichard Memorial Hall, with doors opening at 5.30pm.
A community meal will be shared at 6pm, followed by the film at 7pm.
Ella Peel, film coordinator at Llandovery Cinema, said: "This film empowers us to act.
"It shows how one voice, when joined with others, can shape the future of a community.
"We hope it inspires more people to join the fight for our landscape."
The screening has been chosen for its strong connections to the ongoing Cofiwch Dyffryn Tywi campaign, a community-led protest against the proposed construction of large electricity pylons through the Tywi Valley.
The film is one of three environmental-themed features included in the cinema's 2025 programme, supported by funding from Ffilm Cymru.
The programme also includes seven Welsh-language films and is designed to spark discussion and action around key issues facing the community.
Following the screening, the Llandovery Pylon Community Action Group will host a Q&A session and lead a discussion on the current state of the protest, potential next steps, and ways for residents to get involved.
Organisers describe the evening as more than just a film screening, calling it 'a rallying call' for collective action.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share, invite friends and neighbours, and add their voices to the conversation.
Tickets are priced at £5 and can be purchased from LYCC on Market Square, online via Ticket Source, or at the door subject to availability.
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