The Dirties (2013) Film Screening
Wharf Chambers, Leeds, LS2 7EQ
Wednesday 23rd September 2026
WE’RE JUST HERE FOR THE BAD GUYS…
Two film-obsessed and co-dependent teenage best friends, Matt and Owen, are making a revenge movie about the bullies who relentlessly target them at school. Feeling that his precious relationship with Owen is beginning to slip, charismatic and wise-cracking edge-lord Matt’s power fantasies begin to take dangerously real shape.
Successfully pulling off the concept of ‘school shooting comedy’, the first feature from Canadian filmmaker Matt Johnson (Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, BlackBerry, Tony) is a tragic, raw, hilarious and tender exploration of the feelings and consequences of being a social outcast. Johnson’s unique signature guerilla filmmaking style plays a fascinating role in blurring the lines between art and reality.
Wednesday 23rd September 2026 | Wharf Chambers | Doors 7:30PM | Film 8:00PM
This screening is part of Scalarama Leeds, a community-led film festival celebrating cinema in DIY spaces with events running throughout September. Visit https://scalaramaleeds.co.uk/ for more information, and to view the full programme.
You must be a member or a guest of a member to attend any events at Wharf Chambers. Annual membership costs £2/year and a lifetime membership is just £15. Attendees can register in advance at www.wharfchambers.org or at the bar.
Two film-obsessed and co-dependent teenage best friends, Matt and Owen, are making a revenge movie about the bullies who relentlessly target them at school. Feeling that his precious relationship with Owen is beginning to slip, charismatic and wise-cracking edge-lord Matt’s power fantasies begin to take dangerously real shape.
Successfully pulling off the concept of ‘school shooting comedy’, the first feature from Canadian filmmaker Matt Johnson (Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, BlackBerry, Tony) is a tragic, raw, hilarious and tender exploration of the feelings and consequences of being a social outcast. Johnson’s unique signature guerilla filmmaking style plays a fascinating role in blurring the lines between art and reality.
Wednesday 23rd September 2026 | Wharf Chambers | Doors 7:30PM | Film 8:00PM
This screening is part of Scalarama Leeds, a community-led film festival celebrating cinema in DIY spaces with events running throughout September. Visit https://scalaramaleeds.co.uk/ for more information, and to view the full programme.
You must be a member or a guest of a member to attend any events at Wharf Chambers. Annual membership costs £2/year and a lifetime membership is just £15. Attendees can register in advance at www.wharfchambers.org or at the bar.
