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When Santa gets ill, Christmas is cancelled in Adventure Bay. Mayor Humdinger goes to the North Pole to take all the gifts for himself. Rubble and the rest of the PAW Patrol will have to make a sacrifice to stop Mayor Humdinger from ruining Christmas!
From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, AFTER THE HUNT is a gripping psychological drama about a college professor (Julia Roberts) who finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star student (Ayo Edebiri) levels an accusation against one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield), and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light. AFTER THE HUNT is written by Nora Garrett.
Two long-estranged brothers are reunited in the wilderness by a family crisis, rekindling long-buried resentments and revealing long-hidden secrets in a dark and enigmatic film co-written by director Ronan Day-Lewis and Academy Award-winning actor (and the film’s star) Daniel Day-Lewis.
Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown.
Finsbury Park's Club Room is a welcoming, social event space with cabaret-style seating and tables, ready for you to enjoy a curated food and drink menu. Doors will open 30 minutes before your event's advertised start time, leaving plenty of time to get comfortable and place any orders. Please be aware that table service will take place during your event, and that as each table seats four, you may be seated with other guests. MYSTERY HORROR FILM? Only revealed when we press play! Doors: 6pm. Intro + Film + Intermission: 6:30pm – 9pm Adults 18+ only Cult film night BAR TRASH continues with its 11th sensational season — SYNTHETIC FLESH! — a tribute to more than 100 years of monster makeup FX (Sept to Dec 2025). MYSTERY HORROR FILM nights are always hugely popular at BAR TRASH. Previous reveals have included a Spanish werewolf movie staring rock icon Alice Cooper — MONSTER DOG (1984) — a long-lost South Korean kaijū film we accidentally gave its long-overdue UK premiere — SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI (1967) — the utterly ludicrous INVASION OF THE BLOOD FARMERS (1967), and Vincent Price’s post-apocalyptic vampire-fest, THE LAST MAN ON EARTH (1964). What celluloid atrocity will Token Homo unveil this time…? All we can say is that it will be a horror film featuring “incredible” SFX from a master of the form … But that doesn’t help much, does it? Polite notice: We are projecting our MYSTERY HORROR FILM without subtitles from the best available digital source. This is a rare public screening of a film that hasn’t been restored in HD: please approach the source materials with wonder and empathy. No refunds if you’ve already seen it (or just don’t fancy it). /// BAR TRASH is a celebration of cult and curious cinema, hosted by queer film fanatic Token Homo and friends. Films are served with introductions, intermissions, prize giveaways, and subtitles / captions where possible. Tickets £8 / £5 for PH members. Adults 18+ only. Follow @tokenhomo on Instagram for updates. More info at tokenhomo.com //
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
A retelling of the life of the celebrated 17th-century painter through his brilliant, nearly blasphemous paintings and his flirtations with the underworld.
Denji encounters a new romantic interest, Reze, who, unbeknownst to him, harbors a dangerous ulterior motive. CONTAINS A SEQUENCE OF FLASHING LIGHTS WHICH MIGHT AFFECT CUSTOMERS WHO ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO PHOTOSENSITIVE EPILEPSY
A scientist's string theory experiment goes wrong when his brane explodes. Corey Harlan must find him and the brane's core in a mysterious house where doors lead to other worlds, guided by the dimensional being Aclima
Follows the lives of the cousins who inherit an old house in rural Normandy and retrace their steps of their ancestors in 19th century Paris.
With her life crashing down around her, Linda (Rose Byrne) attempts to navigate her child's mysterious illness, her absent husband, a missing person, and an increasingly hostile relationship with her therapist.
Conversation between photographer Peter Hujar and Linda Rosenkrantz from 1974 sheds light on New York's vibrant downtown art world and the introspective journey of an artist's life.
In 1977, a technology expert flees from a mysterious past and returns to his hometown of Recife in search of peace. He soon realizes that the city is far from being the refuge he seeks.
Finsbury Park's Club Room is a welcoming, social event space with cabaret-style seating and tables, ready for you to enjoy a curated food and drink menu. Doors will open 30 minutes before your event's advertised start time, leaving plenty of time to get comfortable and place any orders. Please be aware that table service will take place during your event, and that as each table seats four, you may be seated with other guests. Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown.
Finsbury Park's Club Room is a welcoming, social event space with cabaret-style seating and tables, ready for you to enjoy a curated food and drink menu. Doors will open 30 minutes before your event's advertised start time, leaving plenty of time to get comfortable and place any orders. Please be aware that table service will take place during your event, and that as each table seats four, you may be seated with other guests. In a forgotten patch of countryside, a woman is battling her demons: embracing exclusion yet wanting to belong, craving freedom whilst feeling trapped, yearning for family life but wanting to burn the entire house down. Given surprising leeway by her family for her increasingly erratic behavior, she nevertheless feels ever more stifled and repressed. Motherhood, womanhood, the banality of love, the terrors of desire, the brutality of another person carrying your heart forever.
An abortion clinic worker with a special heritage is called upon to save the existence of humanity from being negated by two renegade angels trying to exploit a loop-hole and reenter Heaven.
Finsbury Park's Club Room is a welcoming, social event space with cabaret-style seating and tables, ready for you to enjoy a curated food and drink menu. Doors will open 30 minutes before your event's advertised start time, leaving plenty of time to get comfortable and place any orders. Please be aware that table service will take place during your event, and that as each table seats four, you may be seated with other guests. Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity. Inter Alia contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy. Please update your listings and add this warning for your viewers where relevant.
Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good), exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.
Rhiannon Paige – The Country-Pop Rebel with a Big Voice & Bigger Dreams Hailing from Bristol, Rhiannon Paige is a country-pop-rock powerhouse making serious waves in the UK country scene. Think Alanis Morissette’s raw energy meets Kacey Musgraves’ clever storytelling, all wrapped up in powerful vocals and an irresistible stage presence. Even though she only went pro in 2022, Rhiannon’s already making major moves. She smashed it in The Road to Nashville competition, placing in the top 50 out of over 20,000 applicants, has been featured on BBC Introducing, and her songs are spinning on radio stations across the UK. She’s rocked a sold-out headline show at Ron’s Honky Tonk in London, played Oxted Festival 2024 alongside Ella Henderson, Sigala, and Harley Moon Kemp, opened for First Time Flyers at RoadHouse Unplugged, joined Kezia Gill on her Kezia Gill and Friends Tour, and even opened up for Jools Holland at Good Times Live. Rhiannon has also had the thrill of singing alongside Sam Ryder, further cementing her place as one of the most exciting rising voices in the scene. Her debut EP Playing Games dropped in 2023, celebrated with a packed-out launch party in Bristol. She followed it up with her own UK tour across York, Manchester, and Bristol, showcasing her music to growing crowds around the country. And if that wasn’t enough, she also had the honor of singing the Australian National Anthem for 15,000 people at Ashton Gate Stadium before the Bristol Bears vs. Wallabies match in 2024. Online, Rhiannon is just as unstoppable. She’s built a 19K+ strong TikTok following, with her cover of Holding Out for a Hero racking up a jaw-dropping 1.3 million views.
In a forgotten patch of countryside, a woman is battling her demons: embracing exclusion yet wanting to belong, craving freedom whilst feeling trapped, yearning for family life but wanting to burn the entire house down. Given surprising leeway by her family for her increasingly erratic behavior, she nevertheless feels ever more stifled and repressed. Motherhood, womanhood, the banality of love, the terrors of desire, the brutality of another person carrying your heart forever.
Doc'n Roll Festival: Rockers Don't Stop: The Revival of Rockers Revenge // Arthur Baker A powerful comeback story of friendship, resilience, and unfinished dreams, this documentary follows 1980s dance pioneers Rockers Revenge as they reunite decades later to record their long-awaited debut album and step back on stage. What begins as a nostalgic return becomes a moving journey that explores the bonds of loyalty, the cost of loss, and the healing force of music. Against the backdrop of seismic social change and a global pandemic, the band’s story becomes both deeply personal and universally relevant. Two members found themselves working on the frontlines of New York City’s COVID-19 crisis, while the collective experiences of the group fed into songs that channel the anger, hope, and determination of the Black Lives Matter movement. Their story is not just about making music, but about survival, persistence, and the power of creative expression in the face of adversity. Directed by legendary DJ and producer Arthur Baker—whose collaborations with New Order, Afrika Bambaataa, Bruce Springsteen, and Al Green defined an era—this decade-long project captures a tale that spans over thirty years yet remains firmly anchored in the present. It is a testament to second chances, unfinished dreams, and the enduring spirit of Rockers Revenge.
This intimate portrait follows underground DJ Lee Burridge, whose lifelong pursuit has been to bring people together through music. Blending cinematic storytelling, rare archival footage, and access to his inner world, the film traces a forty-year journey from a small seaside village in the UK to some of the world’s most iconic stages, including Fabric London, Burning Man, and Coachella. His story is one of persistence and passion, but also impermanence. The DJ lifestyle demands sacrifice: communities fade, connections slip away, and the spotlight eventually moves on. As Lee reflects on these costs, he creates a new sonic language rooted in beauty, longing, and emotion. This sound becomes All Day I Dream—a global community, record label, and festival series that defines his legacy. More than a music film, it explores the magic of the dancefloor and the universal human search for connection.
We are happy for you to bring your dog along to this special dog-friendly screening (you're welcome without a dog too). Before the screening there are a few things to consider: If you attend this screening with a dog, you'll be issued with a fleece blanket to cover the seat used by the dog or to use as a rug if the dog sits on the floor. During the screenings, we will provide bowls of water around the screen. We will leave lighting levels a little higher than usual during the screening and lower the volume of the soundtrack. Please be aware that we reduce capacity when offering ‘dog-friendly’ screenings, so there may be fewer tickets than usual. We limit dogs to: one dog to one adult. For further information, see dog-friendly screening policy in our cinema. Bruce Springsteen's journey crafting his 1982 album Nebraska, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. Based on Warren Zanes' book.
An abortion clinic worker with a special heritage is called upon to save the existence of humanity from being negated by two renegade angels trying to exploit a loop-hole and reenter Heaven.
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s. As the beloved cast of characters navigates how to lead Downton Abbey into the future, they must embrace change and welcome a new chapter.
Seeing the lack of care that her elderly neighbor Elsie is receiving from so called professionals, Colleen takes it upon herself to care for her. However, Colleen's intentions may not be what they seem.
9pm - Midnight. Free entry. Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.
Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious death, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before. Multi-award-winning film makers Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art. The intriguing self- depictions within his works – sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight – offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery – one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the many clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man.
A box office phenomenon and word-of-mouth triumph, Four Trails (香港四徑大步走) reveals a side of Hong Kong rarely seen — where steel and glass give way to earth, wind, and endurance. Over 72 hours, 298 kilometres, and more than 14,500 metres of elevation, a handful of ultra runners attempt the city’s most punishing feat: conquering all four of its legendary hiking trails in a single push. The rules are brutal — no trekking poles, no music, and no sleep — only the raw test of body and will. With a success rate of barely 6%, every finisher becomes part of local legend. Directed by Hong Kong born British filmmaker Robin Lee in his remarkable feature debut, Four Trails is both a documentary and an act of devotion. It’s no surprise that the film earned Lee the Best New Director award at the Hong Kong Film Awards — a fitting recognition for a filmmaker who, like his subjects, refuses to stop when the road ends.
Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz shine in Guillermo del Toro’s imaginative and elemental retelling of Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking novel.
DreamWorks Animation elevates its global smash streaming series into its first ever cinematic adventure with Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie. In the new film, Gabby (Laila Lockhart Kraner, reprising her role from the series) heads out on a road trip with her Grandma Gigi (four-time Grammy Award winner Gloria Estefan) to the urban wonderland of Cat Francisco. But when Gabby’s dollhouse, her most prized possession, ends up in the hands of an eccentric cat lady named Vera (Oscar® nominee Kristen Wiig), Gabby sets off on an adventure through the real world to get the Gabby Cats back together and save the dollhouse before it’s too late. The all-star comedic voice cast includes Saturday Night Live powerhouses Ego Nwodim, Kyle Mooney and Melissa Villaseñor, as well as Emmy nominee Thomas Lennon (Reno 911!, American Dad!), Jason Mantzoukas (Invincible, Big Mouth), and Fortune Feimster (Fortune Feimster: Crushing It, Velma). The beloved series voice cast reprises their roles as Pandy Paws, CatRat, Cakey, DJ Catnip, Baby Box, MerCat and more.
Founder of the pioneering band Cro-Mags and a legend of the NYC Hardcore scene, Harley Flanagan is a punk rock icon who has battled chaos, defied the odds, and come out the other side. But while his career has been a no-holds-barred ride, Wired for Chaos isn’t just about the music, it’s about a man forged in fire - a survivor of neglect, sexual abuse, drugs, violence and PTSD - who's lived to tell the tale. Sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll weren’t a choice - they were survival. From the sticky floors of CBGB drumming for punk rock band The Stimulators at the age of 11, Emmy winning director Rex Miller (Citizen Ashe) immerses audiences in the tumultuous life of Harley and takes them on a frantic and moving journey through one extraordinary man’s experience growing up and fending for himself in New York City during the 70s, 80s and beyond. Friends like Flea, Henry Rollins, Roger Miret, Keith Morris, Michael Imperioli, Matt Sera, Jocko Willink, and the late Anthony Bourdain reveal the man behind the legend - confronting demons, raising a family, and sharing the knowledge of his experience to help others. Harley Flanagan didn’t just live hardcore - he is hardcore. Wired for Chaos is his story - loud, unfiltered, and real as hell. The screenings will be followed by a Q&A with Harley Flanagan and his partner Laura Lee Flanagan.
Join star Ryland Brickson Cole Tews and the beavers for HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS... LIVE! Special screenings at your local Picturehouse cinema for one night only. In this 19th century, supernatural winter epic, a drunken applejack salesman must go from zero to hero and become North America's greatest fur trapper by defeating hundreds of beavers.
I Swear follows the true story of Tourette Syndrome campaigner John Davidson's journey with Tourette's through his troubled teens and early adulthood, having been diagnosed at 15 years old in 1980s Britain - a time when the condition was little known and entirely misunderstood. Initially alienated from his peers and his family, Davidson perseveres in his attempt to live a 'normal' life against the odds, finding some unlikely champions along the way.
1 85-year-old Man, 5 Countries, 16 Cities, 23 shows, 6 weeks. Will he make it home … or is this the end of the road? One of the most recognisable figures in British comedy, John Cleese’s career spans six decades - from his early days with the Cambridge Footlights to co-founding Monty Python, co-creating Fawlty Towers, and writing and starring in the Oscar-nominated “A Fish Called Wanda”. His unique brand of black humour has made him a global icon and intergalactic treasure. At the age of eighty five, John Cleese sets off on what might be his final European tour - five countries, sixteen cities, twenty-three shows, and retaining just two original body parts. “John Cleese Packs It In” is a wry, behind-the-scenes portrait of a comedy legend on the road, battling various ailments, chaotic travel, and his own stubborn refusal to stop. Spanning six weeks on the road, the film captures Cleese unfiltered and on the move - riffing on life, fame, and the absurdity of getting old in front of thousands of fans. As he reflects on a stage career that began in 1963, the question lingers: is this the end of the road? With unique and intimate access and showing unexpected tenderness, this is a documentary about legacy, laughter, and the dignity of bowing out… however reluctantly.
Grammy® and Emmy® Award-winning and Oscar®-nominated global icon Mary J. Blige makes history with her first-ever headlining show at the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City, and fans worldwide can now experience this milestone moment together on the big screen. The sold-out Madison Square Garden show is the coveted hometown stop on Blige’s highly acclaimed For My Fans tour, a deeply personal series of performances dedicated to the supporters who have been with her since the beginning. The tour, which has captivated audiences in cities across the U.S., features a career-spanning setlist, intimate storytelling, and surprise guest appearances. Performing hits from her extensive catalog—including classics like Be Without You, Family Affair, and No More Drama—as well as songs from her latest album, the show is a celebration of resilience, empowerment, and artistry.
ACT I Paris, in the 1830s. In their Latin Quarter garret, the near-destitute artist Marcello and poet Rodolfo try to keep warm on Christmas Eve by feeding the stove with pages from Rodolfo’s latest drama. They are soon joined by their roommates—Colline, a philosopher, and Schaunard, a musician, who brings food, fuel, and funds he has collected from an eccentric nobleman. While they celebrate their unexpected fortune, the landlord, Benoit, comes to collect the rent. After getting the older man drunk, the friends urge him to tell of his flirtations, then throw him out in mock indignation at his infidelity to his wife. As the others depart to revel at the Café Momus, Rodolfo remains behind to finish an article, promising to join them later. There is another knock at the door—the visitor is Mimì, a pretty neighbor, whose candle has gone out in the stairwell. As she enters the room, she suddenly feels faint. Rodolfo gives her a sip of wine, then helps her to the door and relights her candle. Mimì realizes that she lost her key when she fainted, and as the two search for it, both candles go out. Rodolfo finds the key and slips it into his pocket. In the moonlight, he takes Mimì’s hand and tells her about his dreams. She recounts her life alone in a lofty garret, embroidering flowers and waiting for the spring. Rodolfo’s friends call from outside, telling him to join them. He responds that he is not alone and will be along shortly. Happy to have found each other, Mimì and Rodolfo leave, arm in arm, for the café. ACT II Amid the shouts of street hawkers near the Café Momus, Rodolfo buys Mimì a bonnet and introduces her to his friends. They all sit down and order supper. The toy vendor Parpignol passes by, besieged by children. Marcello’s former sweetheart, Musetta, makes a noisy entrance on the arm of the elderly, but wealthy, Alcindoro. The ensuing tumult reaches its peak when, trying to gain Marcello’s attention, she loudly sings the praises of her own popularity. Sending Alcindoro away to buy her a new pair of shoes, Musetta finally falls into Marcello’s arms. Soldiers march by the café, and as the bohemians fall in behind, the returning Alcindoro is presented with the check. ACT III At dawn at the Barrière d’Enfer, a toll-gate on the edge of Paris, a customs official admits farm women to the city. Guests are heard drinking and singing within a tavern. Mimì arrives, searching for the place where Marcello and Musetta now live. When the painter appears, she tells him of her distress over Rodolfo’s incessant jealousy. She says she believes it is best that they part. As Rodolfo emerges from the tavern, Mimì hides nearby. Rodolfo tells Marcello that he wants to separate from Mimì, blaming her flirtatiousness. Pressed for the real reason, he breaks down, saying that her illness can only grow worse in the poverty they share. Overcome with emotion, Mimì comes forward to say goodbye to her lover. Marcello runs back into the tavern upon hearing Musetta’s laughter. While Mimì and Rodolfo recall past happiness, Marcello returns with Musetta, quarreling about her flirting with a customer. They hurl insults at each other and part, but Mimì and Rodolfo decide to remain together until springtime. ACT IV Months later in the garret, Rodolfo and Marcello, now separated from their girlfriends, reflect on their loneliness. Colline and Schaunard bring a meager meal. To lighten their spirits, the four stage a dance, which turns into a mock duel. At the height of the hilarity, Musetta bursts in with news that Mimì is outside, too weak to come upstairs. As Rodolfo runs to her aid, Musetta relates how Mimì begged to be taken to Rodolfo to die. She is made as comfortable as possible, while Musetta asks Marcello to sell her earrings for medicine and Colline goes off to pawn his overcoat. Left alone, Mimì and Rodolfo recall their meeting and their first happy days, but she is seized with violent coughing. When the others return, Musetta gives Mimì a muff to warm her hands, and Mimì slowly drifts into unconsciousness. Musetta prays for Mimì, but it is too late. The friends realize that she is dead, and Rodolfo collapses in despair.
ACT I Paris, in the 1830s. In their Latin Quarter garret, the near-destitute artist Marcello and poet Rodolfo try to keep warm on Christmas Eve by feeding the stove with pages from Rodolfo’s latest drama. They are soon joined by their roommates—Colline, a philosopher, and Schaunard, a musician, who brings food, fuel, and funds he has collected from an eccentric nobleman. While they celebrate their unexpected fortune, the landlord, Benoit, comes to collect the rent. After getting the older man drunk, the friends urge him to tell of his flirtations, then throw him out in mock indignation at his infidelity to his wife. As the others depart to revel at the Café Momus, Rodolfo remains behind to finish an article, promising to join them later. There is another knock at the door—the visitor is Mimì, a pretty neighbor, whose candle has gone out in the stairwell. As she enters the room, she suddenly feels faint. Rodolfo gives her a sip of wine, then helps her to the door and relights her candle. Mimì realizes that she lost her key when she fainted, and as the two search for it, both candles go out. Rodolfo finds the key and slips it into his pocket. In the moonlight, he takes Mimì’s hand and tells her about his dreams. She recounts her life alone in a lofty garret, embroidering flowers and waiting for the spring. Rodolfo’s friends call from outside, telling him to join them. He responds that he is not alone and will be along shortly. Happy to have found each other, Mimì and Rodolfo leave, arm in arm, for the café. ACT II Amid the shouts of street hawkers near the Café Momus, Rodolfo buys Mimì a bonnet and introduces her to his friends. They all sit down and order supper. The toy vendor Parpignol passes by, besieged by children. Marcello’s former sweetheart, Musetta, makes a noisy entrance on the arm of the elderly, but wealthy, Alcindoro. The ensuing tumult reaches its peak when, trying to gain Marcello’s attention, she loudly sings the praises of her own popularity. Sending Alcindoro away to buy her a new pair of shoes, Musetta finally falls into Marcello’s arms. Soldiers march by the café, and as the bohemians fall in behind, the returning Alcindoro is presented with the check. ACT III At dawn at the Barrière d’Enfer, a toll-gate on the edge of Paris, a customs official admits farm women to the city. Guests are heard drinking and singing within a tavern. Mimì arrives, searching for the place where Marcello and Musetta now live. When the painter appears, she tells him of her distress over Rodolfo’s incessant jealousy. She says she believes it is best that they part. As Rodolfo emerges from the tavern, Mimì hides nearby. Rodolfo tells Marcello that he wants to separate from Mimì, blaming her flirtatiousness. Pressed for the real reason, he breaks down, saying that her illness can only grow worse in the poverty they share. Overcome with emotion, Mimì comes forward to say goodbye to her lover. Marcello runs back into the tavern upon hearing Musetta’s laughter. While Mimì and Rodolfo recall past happiness, Marcello returns with Musetta, quarreling about her flirting with a customer. They hurl insults at each other and part, but Mimì and Rodolfo decide to remain together until springtime. ACT IV Months later in the garret, Rodolfo and Marcello, now separated from their girlfriends, reflect on their loneliness. Colline and Schaunard bring a meager meal. To lighten their spirits, the four stage a dance, which turns into a mock duel. At the height of the hilarity, Musetta bursts in with news that Mimì is outside, too weak to come upstairs. As Rodolfo runs to her aid, Musetta relates how Mimì begged to be taken to Rodolfo to die. She is made as comfortable as possible, while Musetta asks Marcello to sell her earrings for medicine and Colline goes off to pawn his overcoat. Left alone, Mimì and Rodolfo recall their meeting and their first happy days, but she is seized with violent coughing. When the others return, Musetta gives Mimì a muff to warm her hands, and Mimì slowly drifts into unconsciousness. Musetta prays for Mimì, but it is too late. The friends realize that she is dead, and Rodolfo collapses in despair.
Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good), exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.
Explore the diverse stories and talents of East Anglia in our local short film showcase. Celebrate the culture, landscapes, and creativity of our region with a compelling selection of films. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Treat the whole family to a selection of vibrant and inspiring short films suitable for all ages. From heartwarming tales of belonging, to madcap adventures and everything in-between, the Family Friendly strand is sure to capture the imaginations of the young and the young-at-heart! (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Come along and watch this amazing collection of LGBTQ+ short films from our Official Selection, exploring identity, relationships and more, followed by a Q&A with selected filmmakers. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
"Join us for a selection of shorts celebrating the power of human nature, community & perseverance. This is a strand celebrating the paths we forge to get to where we need to go. Life always finds a way. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)"
Bold visions, strange worlds, and unexpected futures - join us for a collection of sci-fi shorts that ask what lies beyond tomorrow. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Lovers of the weird and wonderful – if you’re looking for something a bit different, this is the screening for you! With surreal stories, unique perspectives & unexpected journeys - this audience-favourite strand is back for it's fourth year and is not to be missed. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Looking for the perfect introduction to the Official Selection of short films at Norwich Film Festival 2025? Join us for a curated selection of seven inspiring short films spanning a variety of genres and themes. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Be transported by an exciting range of short films from across our Official Selection, spanning a vast range of genres, themes & languages. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
Does memory have a name, or is it a place? Featuring recollections of lands left behind, relationships lost, languages displaced, dances that used to be, forgotten fragrances and blended selves This screening remembers what was left behind, retracing the imprints of the past and revealing how they shape who we've become. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
An audience favourite returns! Late Night Shorts is back with a new selection of horror and dark comedy short films that’ll send shivers down your spine and leave you laughing in the dark. (Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025 - more information at norwichfilmfestival.co.uk)
"Something seemingly innocuous sends a teenager's world into turmoil. Directed by award-winning director Julia Ducournau (TITANE, RAW), Norwich Film Festival is proud to present this special early screening of ALPHA. Alpha, 13, is a troubled teenager who lives alone with her mother. Their world comes crashing down the day she comes home from school with a tattoo on her arm. "
"Ahead of a cinema release in 2026, Norwich Film Festival is proud to present this advance screening of Sundance 2025 award winner DJ AHMET. Ahmet, a 15-year-old boy from a remote Yuruk village in North Macedonia, finds refuge in music while navigating his father’s expectations, a conservative community, and his first experience with love — a girl already promised to someone else. "
Step into the fabulous world of Kinky Boots, the heartwarming British comedy about unlikely friendships, bold shoes, and finding the courage to be yourself. This special Norwich Film Festival screening will be followed by a lively Q&A (guests to be announced) hosted by drag performers Will Power and Knuckle Sandwich.
Experience Ridley Scott’s Thelma & Louise (1991) on glorious 35mm - a groundbreaking story of friendship, rebellion, and freedom on the open road. Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon deliver unforgettable performances in this modern classic. Presented as part of Norwich Film Festival 2025.
When a meteor crashes into Colepepper Zoo, it unleashes a virus that transforms the zoo animals into zombies. Gracie, a quirky young wolf, teams up with a gruff mountain lion named Dan to lead a wacky team of animals on a perilous mission to escape the virus and rescue their zoo, on one spooky NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE!
Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity. Inter Alia contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy. Please update your listings and add this warning for your viewers where relevant.
Fiery, sharp-tongued, and ambitious real estate agent Natasha Flynn lives every day on the verge of total success – or ruin. Her luxurious lifestyle is an unaffordable mask for the lonely void she’s tried to fill with the hustle for success. Then, when a shady lender forces her complicity in a criminal scheme to settle a debt, Natasha seeks out a dangerous old friend for help. As pressure from colleagues, collectors and criminals escalates, so begins a wild, neon-soaked ride through London’s dark underbelly.
Having worked with the likes of Coldplay, PJ Harvey and Mumford and Sons, this director charts the intimate, artistic and personal relationship between Omar Rodriguez-López and Cedric Bixler-Zavala from progressive band The Mars Volta.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Teyana Taylor star in Paul Thomas Anderson’s much anticipated period satire. When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own's daughter.
Join us to celebrate Out at Clapham's 100th screening! London's longest running LGBTQ+ film club at the Clapham Picturehouse cinema. We're delighted to welcome writer/director Harry Lighton for an in-person Q&A following the film. A timid man is swept off his feet when an enigmatic, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive. From BAFTA-winning director Harry Lighton and starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård.
In 1936, as Palestinian villages revolt against British colonial rule, Yusuf navigates between Jerusalem and his rural home, amidst escalating unrest and a pivotal moment for the British Empire.
When a train unexpectedly starts up, taking only pets with it, the animals discover that Hans, a badger with a grudge is behind it all. While the crash seems inevitable, the animals can count on Falcon, a roguish Raccoon who will do anything to save them.
Photomonth photography festival celebrates photography in all in forms throughout East London in the month of October. In addition to exhibitions, talks and workshops, photomonth will screen films by photographers who are working in both mediums and take their art to the big screen. Every screening will be followed by in conversations with the film directors and producers and Tom Hunter from Photomonth. We are delighted to welcome Martin Parr for a live conversation with Dr. Tom Hunter following this screening. Since the 1970s, Martin Parr has held up a sometimes tender, sometimes critical and always mischievous mirror to our times. Through this intimate road trip across England, discover the men who revolutionized contemporary photography.
A Coldharbour Films production, PLEASE is an emotive spoken word short film exploring the hidden realities of abuse, grooming, and the cycles that put young people at risk. Told through the voice of Ell, a safeguarding professional and poet, the story follows a 13-year-old girl whose vulnerability is exploited by an adult man. With raw honesty and lyrical power, the film sheds light on the impact of abusive households, the silence that surrounds these issues, and the urgent need for change. At its heart, PLEASE is a call to action — a plea for adults, communities, and society to truly listen, to protect children, and to break the cycles that allow harm to continue. More than a spoken word piece, it is an invitation to meaningful discussion, awareness, and collective responsibility for safeguarding the future. PLEASE exclusive screening will also include live performances and a panel discussion. @Laurynxnadine @Coldharbour.films www.coldharbourfilms.com
20th Century Studios’ “Predator: Badlands,” directed by Dan Trachtenberg (“Prey”), opens exclusively in theaters November 7, 2025. The newest entry in the “Predator” franchise is set in the future on a remote planet, where a young Predator, outcast from his clan, finds an unlikely ally in Thia (Elle Fanning) and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary.
Lise, the only daughter of Widow Simone, is in love with the young farmer Colas, but her mother has far more ambitious plans for her. Simone hopes to marry her off to Alain, the son of the wealthy proprietor Thomas. Desperate to marry Colas rather than Alain, Lise contrives to outwit her mother’s plans. 65 years after its premiere, The Royal Ballet presents Frederick Ashton’s La Fille mal gardée. This affectionate portrayal of village life combines exuberant good humour and brilliantly inventive choreography in what is undoubtedly Ashton’s love letter to the English countryside. La Fille mal gardée whisks us away into pastoral bliss with Ferdinand Hérold’s cheerful score and Osbert Lancaster’s colourful designs.
Based on the bestselling book, REGRETTING YOU introduces audiences to Morgan Grant (Allison Williams) and her daughter Clara (Mckenna Grace) as they explore what’s left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other. REGRETTING YOU is a story of growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy, also starring Dave Franco and Mason Thames with Scott Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald, in theatres this October.
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth. Relaxed screenings are designed to make cinema-going easier for those needing additional support, including neurodivergent audiences and those living with dementia. Find out more here: https://www.picturehouses.com/blog/relaxed-screenings
1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) – driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. As conscription papers start to arrive, the whole community discovers that the best response to the chaos that is laying waste to their lives is to make music together. Directed by BAFTA, Olivier and Tony Award winner NICHOLAS HYTNER (The Crucible) and written by BAFTA, Olivier and Tony Award winner ALAN BENNETT, The Choral marks their fourth writer-director collaboration following the acclaimed films The Madness of King George, The History Boys, and The Lady in The Van. Relaxed screenings are designed to make cinema-going easier for those needing additional support, including neurodivergent audiences and those living with dementia. Find out more here: https://www.picturehouses.com/blog/relaxed-screenings
A charming animated version of Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler's magical tale of a kind witch who invites a surprising collection of animals to join her on her broom, much to the frustration of her loyal cat. The gang ultimately saves the witch from a fearsome dragon, and in gratitude she rewards them all with a magnificent new broom which has room for everyone.
Join us after the screening for a special Q&A, hosted by Scared to Dance's Paul Richards. Documentary by BAFTA-winning director Kieran Evans telling the moving and inspiring story of how The Manic Street Preachers' acclaimed 1996 album Everything Must Go was created. Scared To Dance are independent club night, live music, film screening and book event promoters founded by Paul Richards in 2009. The club plays post-punk, indiepop, new wave and art rock music and is on the first Saturday of the month at The Victoria and the third Saturday of the month at The Shacklewell Arms in London. We also host club nights in Berlin, Glasgow and Brighton.
We’re thrilled to welcome Director/Writer/Producer Ryan Coogler and Actors Michael B. Jordan and Miles Caton to Picturehouse Central for a very special screening of Sinners, followed by a Q&A. Ryan Coogler’s most personal piece of filmmaking and screenwriting yet, SINNERS infuses a piece of Coogler’s own history into the virtuosic and wholly original world he and the filmmaking team bring to life on screen, including the distinctive presence of the Blues, which Coogler calls “the music that experience inspires.” Michael B. Jordan gives an intricate, career-defining dual performance as twins Smoke and Stack while actor, musician and songwriter Miles Caton impresses in a breakout role that acts as the throughline of the film’s sprawling narrative. About the Film After chasing success in the North, twin brothers Smoke and Stack return to their hometown of Clarksdale, Mississippi to open a juke joint. As music and dance meld in celebration of artistry, culture and history, an evil descends, threatening to devour the heart and soul of the community.
Set in the year 20XX, ALL YOU NEED IS KILL follows the story of Rita, a resourceful but isolated young woman volunteering to help rebuild Japan after the mysterious appearance of a massive alien flower known as “Darol.” When Darol unexpectedly erupts in a deadly event, unleashing monstrous creatures that decimate the population, Rita is caught in the destruction—and killed. But then she wakes up again. And again. Caught in an endless time loop, Rita must navigate the trauma and repetition of death until she crosses paths with Keiji, a shy young man trapped in the same cycle. Together, they fight to break free from the loop and find meaning in the chaos around them. Introduction and Q+A with director Kenichiro Akimoto after the screening!
Amazing Nuts! is a collection of four animated stories produced by rhythm zone and STUDIO4℃ in this unique collaboration of music and animation. Each story is approximately 10 minutes long with 3-5 minutes comprised of music video footage. Contributing their music to this production are rhythm zone’s artists m-flo, Kumi Koda, mink, and RAM RIDER. Experience the expanding world contained in 4 love stories with 4 inspirational songs!
In a future society where humans and mermaids coexist, Stephan, a regular office worker at a shipbuilding company, is suddenly proposed to by Chao - a princess from the mermaid kingdom! With no time to make sense of whatʼs happening, Stephan finds himself living together with Chao. As he is showered with Chaoʼs pure and wholehearted love, Stephan gradually begins to fall for her. What will become of their unlikely romance? Introduction and Q+A with director Yasuhiro Aoki after the screening!
Hitomi Kanzaki is depressed. She feels isolated from her friends and family, and wants nothing more than to disappear. From her melancholy, the otherworldly presence of Lord Folken is summoned, and she is spirited away to the foreign world of Gaea. On Gaea, Hitomi is both feared and worshipped as the legendary Winged Goddess: a powerful being who can call to life the mystical Dragon Armor, Escaflowne. Hitomi is bewildered by the strange new world, where ships fly through the air, cat women walk and talk, and her apparent role as a goddess makes her a prized possession for several nefarious organizations. Hitomi finds a kindred spirit in the vengeful and headstrong King Van, who has sworn an oath of revenge against the Black Dragon Clan, who destroyed Van's kingdom. Now, Van lives by the sword. And with Hitomi by his side, Van and Escaflowne will either lead the world of Gaea to harmony, or destruction.
On his 62nd birthday, oil baron Leonard Dawson witnesses the public assassination of his son and heir, Robert. From this point on, Leonard becomes obsessed with revenge on the hitman, code name: Golgo 13. Dawson spares nothing to enlist the CIA, FBI, and U.S. military in an unrelenting manhunt for his son's killer. As Golgo's survival depends on stopping Dawson himself, the hunter and the hunted chase each other in a breathless game of kill or be killed.
Yuta Hibiki finds himself drawing Gridman, who he seems to have missing memories of. Now in his second year at Tsutsujidai High School, Yuta decides it's time to confess his feelings for Rikka. But their peaceful days would come to a end as Gridman suddenly returns with a warning: "The balance of this world is collapsing."
Earth. The not too distant future. A city is miraculously reborn just sixteen years after being completely destroyed by a giant meteor. At the prestigious Graviton High School for Girls, two new students are introduced. A-ko and her ditzy sidekick C-ko. A-ko is a normal seventeen year old… except for the superhuman strength that lies within her. B-ko, a spoiled, brilliant daughter of a rich business tycoon, wants C-ko for herself. And what B-ko wants, she usually gets. Except this time A-ko is standing in the way. The action explodes across this unsuspecting city as the invincible A-ko battles B-ko and her army of giant mechs and powered bikini supersuit. At the same time, a mysterious alien spacecraft with an unknown mission makes its way towards the city.
A series of shorts from Chainsaw Man and Look Back creator Tatsuki Fujimoto. The shorts consist of: A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin' in the Schoolyard Sasaki Stopped a Bullet Love is Blind Shikaku Mermaid Rhapsody Woke-Up-as-a-Girl Syndrome Nayuta of the Prophecy Sisters"
SLA 2025: Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust- 4K restoration Baron Meier Link is of a dying race, but the vampire doesn't intend to remain lonely much longer. Abducting women in the night is common for his kind, so what's one more? But Charlotte's father has plenty of money, and there's no price he won't pay to get his daughter back. That's why he hires D. D is a Dunpeal, a breed rarer than that of the vampires - after all, he's half of one. When it comes to hunting those with fangs like his own, he's the best in the business. But that doesn't mean he's the only game in town. The Markus Brothers are on the vampire's trail as well, and they're not about to lose. It's a race, not only between the rival Hunters, but for the vampire and his bride-to-be. But it might be more than just a job to D. Is Charlotte really a captive? Or will another Dunpeal be born to this world?
A disk containing a lost research report exposing the vulnerabilities of Tokyo's police force to terrorist attack has become the target of a criminal element. Catching the police off-guard with the destruction of a major bridge and a threat to destroy more, the terrorists raid a now nearly empty command center to take the disk. In their feature film debut, Natsumi and Miyuki, together with their colleagues, must work fast to round up these terrorists before they can escape, and solve a mystery linking the upper ranks of their own police force to this cunning plot.
A friendly, cosmopolitan crowd of rare and underplayed soul fans gathering every second Thursday of the month to enjoy the to-die-for collections of our guest DJs. Come and join us for a shuffle and a drink. Just don’t take your glass onto the dance floor! 7.30pm - Midnight. Free entry. Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.
A young driver, Speed Racer, aspires to be champion of the racing world with the help of his family and his high-tech Mach 5 automobile.
Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning masterpiece "Spirited Away" was the biggest box office hit of all time in Japan and helped redefine the possibilities of animation for American audiences and a generation of new filmmakers. Chichiro thinks she is on another boring trip with her parents. But when they stop at a village that is not all that it seems, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits, shape-shifting dragons and a witch who never wants to see her leave. She must call on the courage she never knew she had to free herself and return her family to the outside world. Combining Japanese mythology with "Alice in Wonderland"-type whimsy, "Spirited Away" cemented Miyazaki’s reputation as an icon of animation and storytelling.
Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning masterpiece "Spirited Away" was the biggest box office hit of all time in Japan and helped redefine the possibilities of animation for American audiences and a generation of new filmmakers. Chichiro thinks she is on another boring trip with her parents. But when they stop at a village that is not all that it seems, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits, shape-shifting dragons and a witch who never wants to see her leave. She must call on the courage she never knew she had to free herself and return her family to the outside world. Combining Japanese mythology with "Alice in Wonderland"-type whimsy, "Spirited Away" cemented Miyazaki’s reputation as an icon of animation and storytelling.
Bruce Springsteen's journey crafting his 1982 album Nebraska, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. Based on Warren Zanes' book.
1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) – driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. As conscription papers start to arrive, the whole community discovers that the best response to the chaos that is laying waste to their lives is to make music together. Directed by BAFTA, Olivier and Tony Award winner NICHOLAS HYTNER (The Crucible) and written by BAFTA, Olivier and Tony Award winner ALAN BENNETT, The Choral marks their fourth writer-director collaboration following the acclaimed films The Madness of King George, The History Boys, and The Lady in The Van.
One year following a horrendous and tragic accident, six girlfriends meet for their yearly adventure in a remote part of the Appalachians for a caving trip into the arteries of the earth. Deep inside the caves, disaster strikes again when a rock fall blocks their route back to the surface. The girls learn that Juno, the leader of the expedition who is always pushing herself that bit further, has brought them to an unexplored cave and that no one is coming to rescue them. The group splinters and each push on, praying for another exit. But, there is something else lurking under the earth - a race of monstrous humanoid creatures that are adapted perfectly to life in the dark. As the friends realise they are the prey, they unleash their most primal instincts in an all-out war against an unspeakable horror - one that attacks without warning, again and again and again.
In a sedate corner of Massachusetts circa 1970, JB Mooney (Josh O’Connor) an unemployed carpenter turned amateur art thief, plans his first big heist. When things go haywire, his life unravels.
In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favourite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters but a nation addicted to watching him fall.
The Smeds and The Smoos is based on the enchanting outer space adventure written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the UK’s best-selling picture book duo. It was first published by Alison Green Books, an imprint of Scholastic in 2019. This is Magic Light’s tenth animated adaptation of a tale by the award-winning creators. The previous films have secured their places firmly as family favourites at Christmas time on BBC One. On a faraway planet, Janet and Bill meet in the Wurpular Wood and fall in love. Their families, The Smeds, and The Smoos cannot accept the match after generations of division. But when the two run away to elope, the warring families have no choice but to overcome their differences and work together to find the young Smoo, and the young Smed.
Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Edgerton), whose life unfolds during an era of unprecedented change in early 20th-century America.
In this slightly neurotic and very funny film, Matthew Shear (Between the Temples) stars as Sam Stein, a 30-something tax lawyer, who suffers from crippling anxiety. When Sam loses his job, he ends up working as a “manny”, babysitting his psychiatrist’s three granddaughters. Their mother, Diane (Amanda Peet), is a struggling actress with a history of depression, and the two form an intimate friendship that few understand. Moving between New York and Martha’s Vineyard, Sam’s complex relationship with his employers leads to scenes that are, in the words of one reviewer, “alternately hilarious and devastating.”
Writer-director, Iair Said, crafts a tender, sharply observed portrait of arrested development, family dysfunction, and queer identity. Thirty-year-old David — emotionally stunted, overweight, gay, and Jewish — returns to Buenos Aires from his studies abroad, to attend his uncle’s funeral. What follows is a bittersweet, often comic journey through the chaos of homecoming. David bickers with his sharp-tongued mother, sister, and aunt, pines after men who don’t love him back, struggles to pass his driving test, and pointedly avoids visiting his estranged, comatose father in hospital. Said plays David himself with a blend of vulnerability and deadpan charm, bringing authenticity and emotional depth to a character caught between self-pity and self-awareness. This second feature quietly unravels the comedy in everyday sadness, and the sadness in everyday comedy, delivering a heartfelt exploration of what it means to return home and still not feel entirely seen — or grown up.
The stunning directorial debut from Harris Dickinson, powered by an outstanding, award-winning performance from Frank Dillane. Mike (Dillane), a rough sleeper on the streets of London, is trapped in a cycle of self-destruction as he attempts to turn his life around. Moving between short-term jobs and small-time hustles, he must balance the hopeful rush of a fresh start with a past that is holding him back. By turns exhilarating and poetic, URCHIN is a bold, vibrant and utterly unmissable portrait of life on the margins.
A crafty ronin comes to a town divided by two criminal gangs and decides to play them against each other to free the town.