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The Regal Cinema’s World Cinema series presents the "big hearted Brazilian road movie" Central Station which has been beautifully restored in 4K. Central Station was nominated for two Academy Awards in 1998 and features a landmark performance from Fernanda Montenegro. The film follows the emotional journey of a former school teacher, who writes letters for illiterate people, and a young boy, whose mother has just died, as they search for the father he never knew. This film will be shown in Portuguese with English subtitles. "A sharp script, luscious cinematographer and a magnificent score" Empire ★★★★ "Stellar performances" The Guardian ★★★★

Emma Thompson is a brilliant, if unexpected, lead in director Brian Kirk's gripping thriller set in snowy Minnesota. A woman, travelling alone through snowbound northern Minnesota, interrupts the kidnapping of a teenage girl. Hours from the nearest town and with no phone service, she realises that she is the young girl's only hope. "A quite outrageously enjoyable suspense thriller" The Guardian ★★★★★ "Thrillingly tense" The Times ★★★★

The cinematic return of the global phenomenon, Downton Abbey, 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. The ensemble cast features many of the original actors and actresses reprising their roles in this moving drama that marks the end of an era.

This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo. She was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. Guided with interview, commentary and Frida’s own words, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN uncovers that this, however, was not a life defined by tragedy. Featuring key exhibitions and interviews with world-renowned Kahlo curators, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN explores the extraordinary symbolism and themes in these personal canvases to seek a deeper understanding of the real Frida Kahlo. Using cinema to take an up-close and intimate look at her works we examine how great an artist she can be considered. Displaying a treasure trove of colour and a feast of vibrancy on screen, this personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, men, women, politics and her cultural heritage.

Two of Britain’s greatest painters, J.M.W. Turner and John Constable were also the greatest of rivals. Born within a year of each other, both used landscape painting to reflect the changing world around them. Tate Britain is bringing these two greats together for a groundbreaking exhibition in London, and Exhibition on Screen once again has exclusive and privileged access to bring their extraordinary art and remarkable stories to life. Don’t miss this opportunity to see these extraordinary artists side-by-side, on the big screen for the first time.

Fargo is part of our monthly Classic Film Series. Tickets are just £6. Winner of two Academy Awards, Fargo is the Coen Brothers’ gripping, genre-subverting Minnesotan murder mystery, starring Frances McDormand and William Macy. Things go terribly wrong when small-time Minnesota car salesman, Jerry Lundegaard, hires two thugs to kidnap his wife. Once people start dying, the very pregnant Police Chief Marge Gunderson takes the case. Is she up to the challenge? You betcha. "Still a work of gleaming brilliance" The Guardian ★★★★★ "All the disparate elements of a Coen brothers film balanced with exquisite grace" The Times ★★★★★ "A murderously good film" Financial Times ★★★★★

The Regal Cinema’s World Cinema series presents the moving German biopic From Hilde, With Love. Set in 1942 Berlin against the backdrop of a country torn by conflict, and inspired by the incredible true story of courageous German resistance fighters Hilde and Hans Coppi, From Hilde, With Love is a powerful tale of love and defiance. A shy Hilde falls in love with Hans and gradually finds her place in the resistance group that would come to be known as the “Red Orchestra”. Together, they spend a beautiful summer where their relationship entwines with quiet acts of defiance. But when the Gestapo arrests members of the group, Hilde and Hans are among their numbers and must find the strength to confront their situation. This film will be shown in German with English subtitles. "Liv Lisa Fries gives an outstanding performance in this heartwrenchingly powerful true story" The Guardian ★★★★ "A cinematic portrait for the ages" The Irish Times ★★★★

I Swear is a frank, funny and powerful biopic inspired by the life and experiences of John Davidson, MBE, a Tourette Syndrome campaigner who grew up with the condition in 1980s Scotland, at a time when it was little known and misunderstood. Diagnosed aged 15, John navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life. Featuring outstanding performances from Robert Aramayo, Peter Mullan, Shirley Henderson and Maxine Peake, the film tells a moving story about the transformative power of friendship and community. "Very, very funny" Empire ★★★★ "Funny, fierce and full of heart" The Guardian ★★★★ "An astonishing feelgood film" The Times ★★★★

A graduate history student is unwittingly caught in the middle of an international conspiracy involving stolen diamonds, an exiled Nazi war criminal, and a rogue government agent. Dustin Hoffman and Laurence Olivier star in this special 50th Anniversary screening. "one particular scene involving dentistry will leave a lasting impression and is definitely not for the faint-hearted." Radio Times★★★★ "the pinnacle of 1970s paranoia thrillers" The Times ★★★★

Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin. Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph). Sung in Russian with English subtitles.

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.

BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville joins Aidan Turner in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare. "undeniably the jewel in the crown of the NT’s spring season" Time Out

Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge). One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action. Will peacetime bring peace of mind, or will he be confronted by the consequence of his actions? Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play.

Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in one of the most-watched NT Live performances. For 60 years, the Queen met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting, known as The Audience. From Winston Churchill through to Margaret Thatcher and David Cameron, we see glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch. "A pitch-perfect production" The Telegraph ★★★★★ "Helen Mirren is superb" Evening Standard ★★★★ "Hugely enjoyable" ★★★★ The Independent

This darkly funny tale of youth and self-discovery stars Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton), Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play full to the brim with secrets. Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene.

Director Paul Thomas Anderson (There Will Be Blood, Licorice Pizza) has delivered a critically acclaimed action-thriller epic packed to the rafters with daring car chases and an impressive cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn. Washed-up revolutionary Bob (Leonardo DiCaprio) exists in a state of stoned paranoia, surviving with his daughter. When his nemesis resurfaces after 16 years and she goes missing, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own's daughter. The film also stars Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor and Chase Infiniti. "Two of the best car chases in years" The Telegraph ★★★★★ "A swaggering, funny and timely action epic" The Independent ★★★★★ "DiCaprio provides a masterclass in panic and paranoia" Empire ★★★★★

Shakespeare’s Othello rages to life like never before in a new production filmed Live at The Haymarket Theatre in London especially for cinemas. This epic story of manipulation, jealousy and the darker side of power stars David Harewood OBE (Homeland), Toby Jones OBE (Mr Bates v the Post Office), and Caitlin Fitzgerald (Succession). Directed by Tony Award-winner Tom Morris OBE (War Horse, The Grinning Man). "Compelling" The Telegraph "An electrifying star-studded Othello" Mail on Sunday ★★★★

Comedy-crime film Roofman is based on the unbelievable true story of former Army soldier Jeffrey Manchester who escaped prison and secretly lived inside Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. Channing Tatum stars as Jeffrey Manchester, a struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. Whilst hiding out in Toys “R” Us, he meets and falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom who is drawn to his undeniable charm. But his double life soon begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in. The film's ensemble cast includes Peter Dinklage, LaKeith Stanfield and Juno Temple. "Roofman has heart, energy and personality fit to burst" The Telegraph ★★★★★ "Channing Tatum gives a career-best performance" Radio Times ★★★★ "Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst are a match made in crime comedy heaven" The Independent ★★★★

The peasant girl Giselle has fallen in love with Albrecht. When she discovers that he is actually a nobleman promised to another, she kills herself in despair. Her spirit joins the Wilis: the vengeful ghosts of women hell-bent on killing any man who crosses their path in a dance to the death. Wracked with guilt, Albrecht visits Giselle’s grave, where he must face the Wilis – and Giselle’s ghost. Peter Wright’s 1985 production of this quintessential Romantic ballet is a classic of The Royal Ballet repertory. Set to Adolphe Adam’s evocative score and with atmospheric designs by John Macfarlane, Giselle conjures up the earthly and otherworldly realms in a tale of love, betrayal and redemption.

The peasant girl Giselle has fallen in love with Albrecht. When she discovers that he is actually a nobleman promised to another, she kills herself in despair. Her spirit joins the Wilis: the vengeful ghosts of women hell-bent on killing any man who crosses their path in a dance to the death. Wracked with guilt, Albrecht visits Giselle’s grave, where he must face the Wilis – and Giselle’s ghost. Peter Wright’s 1985 production of this quintessential Romantic ballet is a classic of The Royal Ballet repertory. Set to Adolphe Adam’s evocative score and with atmospheric designs by John Macfarlane, Giselle conjures up the earthly and otherworldly realms in a tale of love, betrayal and redemption.

The dashing prince Tamino is on a quest to find love and happiness. With the bird-catcher Papageno at his side and armed with a magic flute, he must battle trials, tribulations and an evil sorcerer to rescue the imprisoned Pamina. Mozart’s fantastical opera glitters in David McVicar’s enchanting production. The production features a star-studded cast including Julia Bullock as Pamina, Amitai Pati as Tamino, Huw Montague Rendall as Papageno, Kathryn Lewek as the Queen of the Night, and Soloman Howard as Sarastro, led by French conductor Marie Jacquot in her Covent Garden debut. Sung in German with subtitles.

This is a Silver Screening for film fans aged 55yrs plus. Tickets are just £5. The cinematic return of the global phenomenon, Downton Abbey, 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. The ensemble cast features many of the original actors and actresses reprising their roles in this moving drama that marks the end of an era.

This is a Silver Screening for film fans aged 55yrs plus. Tickets are just £6. British historical drama The Choral, starring Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), is set in 1916 as the 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. The Choral is the fourth writer-director collaboration for award-winning pair Alan Bennett and Nicholas Hytner. Their previous ventures together include the acclaimed film The Lady in The Van and The Madness of King George. "One of Ralph Fiennes’s best performances" The Times ★★★★ "A quiet and consistent pleasure" The Guardian ★★★★ "Wry, melancholic, sneakily profound" The Telegraph ★★★★

This is a Silver Screening for film fans aged 55yrs plus. Tickets are just £6. Starring British powerhouses Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch, The Roses is a dark comedy reimagining of the 1989 classic film The War of the Roses. Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Olivia Colman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites. The Roses also features an incredible ensemble cast that includes Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Sex Education), Andy Samberg (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and Kate McKinnon (Barbie). "Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are relentlessly entertaining" The Independent ★★★★ "Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are sublime" The Times ★★★★ "An acidly enjoyable portrait of marital breakdown" The Telegraph ★★★★

SPINAL TAP is back! After a 15-year hiatus, David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel and Derek Smalls are drawn back together for one last concert. Documentary filmmaker Marty DiBergi returns to explore what the band members have been up to and immortalize the concert reunion. The film blends the same musical mayhem and satire that made the original a cult classic and features some fantastic rock cameos in the process. Will this concert be their triumphant return, or just another Stonehenge-sized catastrophe? "Rockers return for mockusequel of pin-sharp laughs" The Guardian ★★★★ "Perfectly-balanced" Kerrang! ★★★★ "A fond, chaotic yet subtle tribute to the original movie" The Standard ★★★★

Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 Nebraska album when he was a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past. Recorded on a 4-track recorder in Springsteen’s New Jersey bedroom, the album marked a pivotal time in his life and is considered one of his most enduring works—a raw, haunted acoustic record populated by lost souls searching for a reason to believe. "A vocal performance which will surely land its star an Oscar nomination" The Telegraph ★★★★

British historical drama The Choral, starring Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), is set in 1916 as the 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. The Choral is the fourth writer-director collaboration for award-winning pair Alan Bennett and Nicholas Hytner. Their previous ventures together include the acclaimed film The Lady in The Van and The Madness of King George. "One of Ralph Fiennes’s best performances" The Times ★★★★ "A quiet and consistent pleasure" The Guardian ★★★★ "Wry, melancholic, sneakily profound" The Telegraph ★★★★

Starring British powerhouses Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch, The Roses is a dark comedy reimagining of the 1989 classic film The War of the Roses. Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Olivia Colman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites. The Roses also features an incredible ensemble cast that includes Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Sex Education), Andy Samberg (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and Kate McKinnon (Barbie). "Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are relentlessly entertaining" The Independent ★★★★ "Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are sublime" The Times ★★★★ "An acidly enjoyable portrait of marital breakdown" The Telegraph ★★★★

Multiple Academy Award winning The Sting is set in 1930s Chicago and tells the story of young grifter Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) who seeks revenge for his murdered partner. Teaming up with a master of the big con, Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman), the duo plan an elaborate scheme to take revenge on mobster Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw). George Roy Hill (Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) won Best Director at the 1974 Academy Awards, where the film picked up a total of seven Oscars, including Best Original Song Score. "the most purely enjoyable film in Oscar history" The Guardian ★★★★★ "Magnificent, timeless stuff" Empire ★★★★★ "irresistible" The Telegraph

This Valentine's Day come to The Regal and see the classic romantic-comedy Barefoot in the Park starring Jane Fonda and the late Robert Redford for just £6. Newlyweds Corie (Jane Fonda) and Paul (Robert Redford) embark on married life in this 1967 romantic comedy. Their highly passionate relationship quickly descends into discord  when they rent their first home at the top of a rundown New York appartment block with eccentric neighbours. "Sprightly dialogue, nice performances" Time Out ★★★★★ "A thoroughly entertaining comedy delight about young marriage" Variety "Hard to resist" Time Magazine