UNDER THE RADAR
CLASSICS
The new film from Terence Malick (To The Wonder) follows writer Rick (Christian Bale) who is searching for love and self via a series of adventures with six different women. With Cate Blanchett and Natalie Portman. HHHHH “UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL” Little White Lies
This romantic classic from 1953 stars Audrey Hepburn in her breakthrough role as a princess who sneaks off and explores Rome for a day with Gregory Peck. HHHHH “A MODERN FAIRYTALE” The Guardian
KNIGHT OF CUPS (15)
THE GIRL KING (15)
This drama tells the story of Sweden’s 17th century ‘virgin queen’ - Kristina. Queen from age six, the young tomboy fights the conservative forces that are against her ideas to modernise Sweden and who have no tolerance for her awakening sexuality. In association with Q-Film
EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT (12A)
ROMAN HOLIDAY (U)
POOR COW (15)
As acclaimed director Ken Loach celebrates his 80th birthday this year, we screen his 1967 debut feature. This snapshot of ’60s London stars Carol White as a young mother struggling to cope while her brutal, uncaring husband is in jail. With Terence Stamp and Malcolm McDowell.
MR. HULOT’S HOLIDAY (U)
In French with English subtitles Jacques Tati’s mostly silent 1953 feature introduces his much-loved alter ego Monsieur Hulot. The affable but accident-prone Hulot comes to a beachside hotel for a vacation, where he inadvertently (but good-naturedly) causes havoc. HHHHH “SIMPLY ONE OF THE BEST AND MOST IMPORTANT FILMS EVER MADE” Empire
Multi-lingual with English subtitles Nominated for Best Foreign Language film at the Academy Awards, this gripping and visually beautiful feature tells the story of an Amazonian shaman, the last survivor of his tribe, and his relationship with two European scientists. HHHHH “ENTHRALLING” The Guardian
FIRE AT SEA (12A)
In Italian with English subtitles Best Film at the Berlin Film Festival 2016, Gianfranco Rosi’s timely documentary is an incisive, poignant and deeply moving portrait of the Mediterranean island of Lampedusa - and the humanitarian crisis occurring in the seas around it. HHHHH “POWERFUL” Evening Standard
DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY SCREENING: THE WIZARD OF OZ (U)
Our screening of the beloved 1939 musical is open to all, but we extend an especially warm welcome to those living with dementia and their companions. For more information, please visit our website. HHHHH “EXTRAORDINARY FILM” The Guardian
MA MA (12A)
In Spanish with English subtitles In this melodrama from Spanish auteur Julio Medem, Penelope Cruz plays a woman recently diagnosed with cancer who forms an unexpected bond with a football scout (Luis Tosar).
EVENT CINEMA
RSC ENCORE: HAMLET (12A)
Another chance to see Simon Godwin directing Paapa Essiedu as Hamlet in Shakespeare’s searing tragedy. Recorded at Stratford-Upon-Avon. HHHH “TERRIFIC” Sunday Times
NOTES ON BLINDNESS (TBC)
This dignified and thought-provoking documentary explores sight loss through the personal story of theologian John Hull, whose audio diary recordings are brought to life on screen through re-enactments and immersive imagery.
BRANAGH THEATRE LIVE: ROMEO AND JULIET (12A)
Kenneth Branagh directs Richard Madden, Lily James and Sir Derek Jacobi in Shakespeare’s tragedy. Our live broadcast has sold out but there are encore screenings on Thu 7 and Sat 16 July.