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Wednesday 20th May at 6pm This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo, ahead of the opening of a groundbreaking new exhibition at Tate Britain. Kahlo was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. Featuring key exhibitions and interviews with world-renowned curators, Exhibition On Screen explores the extraordinary symbolism and themes in these personal canvases to seek a deeper understanding of the real Frida Kahlo.
15very strong language, strong violence, injury detail, threat
When a World War II bomb is discovered in central London a team of military experts led by Will (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), are sent in to investigate and defuse it. A huge police operation is put into action to evacuate thousands of local residents. Amidst the chaos of the situation a group of men, under the guidance of diamond-expert Karalis (Theo James), are hiding out in a basement within the evacuation zone. With emergency services stretched to the limit and the bomb ready to explode, the group begin an audacious jewel heist under cover of the ultimate distraction.
Uvery mild threat, violence, upsetting scenes, rude humour, language
Pixar's delightful new animation goes behind the respectable facade of Beaverton University, where a group of scientists are secretly experimenting with an invention that uses technology to 'hop' the human mind into lifelike robotic animals. 19-year-old animal lover Mabel decides to place her consciousness into a beaver in an attempt to thwart a construction company's plot to destroy the local animal habitat. But she uncovers mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could have imagined... ‘fresh, funny and charmingly old school...every family should see this Pixar film' ★★★★ The Telegraph
12Areferences to domestic abuse, sex and drugs, infrequent strong language
Paolo Sorrentino's (The Great Beauty) stylish, seductive film is a sweeping exploration of love, duty, and personal freedom. Toni Servillo stars as Italian President Mariano De Santis, whose term is coming to an end. Disparagingly nicknamed 'Cemento armato' (reinforced concrete) for his intractable nature and overly careful approach to politics, he has grown lonely in the echoing halls of the presidential palace, mourning the loss of his wife and listening to hip-hop. Before returning to civilian life, and with the support of his confidante and daughter, Dorotea (Anna Ferzetti), De Santis must make a series of bold decisions – a pair of presidential pardons and a groundbreaking policy bill – that will cement his legacy. In Italian with English subtitles. 'a tremendous. elegant film' ★★★★ The Guardian 'Paolo Sorrentino is on irresistible form in this wonderful film' ★★★★ The Times ‘a pensive, soulful work elevated by Servillo’s superb performance’ ★★★★ The Observer
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Live via satellite on Saturday 2nd May at 6pm 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 realises his affection for her all too late.
12Amoderate sex references, language, infrequent suicide references
Martin Clunes, Gabriella Wilde, Miles Jupp and James Buckley star in director Nick Moorcroft's (Fisherman's Friends) warm-hearted comedy about a failing pub, a divided community and a grieving family whose lives are changed by brewing real ale and entering the Great British Beer Awards.
15
Thursday 16th April at 7:30pm - tickets on sale at 10:30am on Wednesday 28th January. Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) star in director Ivo Van Hove's (A View from the Bridge) acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play. 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 in London's West End.
15
Showing on Thursday 25th June at 7:15pm BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) 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. Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.
15
Showing on Thursday 28th May at 7:15pm Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery. 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… Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.
12Amoderate threat, rude humour, drug references, implied strong language
Ryan Gosling stars as science teacher Ryland Grace who wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out. He must call on his scientific knowledge and unorthodox ideas to save everything on Earth from extinction…but an unexpected friendship means he may not have to do it alone. Based on the novel by Andy Weir (The Martian) and directed by Phil Lord and Chris Miller (21 Jump Street, Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs, The Lego Movie). 'this funny sci-fi spectacular is a joy' ★★★★ The Times ‘a rocket-fuelled crowd-pleaser’ ★★★★ Sunday Times ‘a sci-fi dazzler’ ★★★★ The Independent
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Live via satellite on Tuesday 21st April at 6:45pm Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter’s rescue. But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it comes to the quest for love, nothing is as it really seems. Guided by a magic flute, they encounter monsters, villains, and a mysterious brotherhood of men – but help, it turns out, comes when you least expect it. Mozart’s fantastical opera glitters in David McVicar’s enchanting production. A star cast including Lucy Crowe 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.
Uvery mild threat, rude humour, slapstick, language
Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Jennifer Saunders and Nicola Coughlan star in this delightful adaptation of Enid Blyton's classic children's book. A modern family relocates to the countryside where the children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot and Saucepan Man. At the top of the tree, they are transported to fantastical lands and, through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the family learn to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years. ‘an oak-solid family treat’ ★★★★★ Daily Mail 'a lovely, funny film' ★★★★ The Independent 'a magical family film' ★★★★ The Guardian
PGmild violence, threat
Mario and Luigi return to explore dazzling cosmic worlds, tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom while meeting surprising new friends - and crashing into formidable new enemies! With the voices of Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy and Jack Black.