Cinema Apr 2023
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
12A, 2hrs 4mins, Audio Description available
Mon 3 Apr 4pm, Wed 5 Apr 7.30pm, Thu 6 Apr 4pm, Mon 10 Apr 4pm
Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne continue their adventures as Ant-Man and the Wasp. Together with Hope's parents and Scott's daughter, the family finds themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought possible.
Close 12A, 1hr 44mins, In French with subtitles
Mon 3 Apr 7.30pm, Tue 4 Apr 2pm
Nominated for the Best International Feature Oscar, this tender and powerfully acted drama focuses on two thirteen-year-old best friends, Leo and Remi, whose seemingly unbreakable bond is suddenly, tragically torn apart. Struggling to understand what has happened, Léo approaches Rémi's mother. An emotionally transformative portrait of the intersection of friendship and love, identity and independence, and heartbreak and healing.
Epic Tails U, 1hr 35mins
Tue 4 Apr 11.15am P, Wed 5 Apr 11am SF
Thu 6 Apr 2pm P, Mon 10 Apr 10am
In this animated fantasy based on Greek mythology, a super smart mouse called Pattie and her feline friend Sam, embark upon an exciting adventure of paw-some proportions through Ancient Greece. With a little help from ageing hero Jason, the animals' quest brings them face to face with bizarre and dangerous creatures, as they race to halt the threat posed to their city by Poseidon himself.
Marcel the Shell With Shoes On PG, 1hr 30mins
Tues 4 Apr 6.15pm P, Wed 5 Apr 4pm, Mon 10 Apr 1pm
The star of the heart-warming series of short films that became an internet sensation gets his big screen debut in a captivating story about finding connection in the smallest corners. Marcel is an adorable, one-inch-tall shell who ekes out a colourful existence with his grandmother. When a documentary filmmaker discovers them, the short film he posts online brings Marcel millions of passionate fans, as well as unprecedented dangers and a new hope of finding his long-lost family.
Allelujah 12A, 1hr 39mins, Audio Description available
Thu 6 Apr 11.15am P, Mon 10 Apr 7.30pm
Tue 11 Apr 7.30pm, Fri 14 Apr 5pm S
Jennifer Saunders and Judi Dench lead an exceptional British cast in this adaptation of Alan Bennett’s 2018 play celebrating the NHS and community spirit. When the geriatric ward in a small Yorkshire hospital is threatened with closure, the hospital decides to fight back by galvanizing the local community: they invite a news crew to film their preparations for a concert in honour of the hospital's most distinguished nurse. What could go wrong?
Heathers:
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Thu 6 Apr 7.30pm
Musical 15, 2hrs 15mins
Based on the 1989 cult film (playing at The Roses on Tues 11 and Sun 16 April), and recorded live in its original London home, The Other Palace, this award-winning musical follows High student Veronica Sawyer, whose dreams of popularity finally start to come true when she’s taken under the wings of the three beautiful, yet impossibly cruel Heathers. But when mysterious new kid, teen rebel J.D arrives in town, Veronica realises that whilst it might kill to be a nobody, its murder being a somebody…
Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom
PG, 1hr 50mins, in Dzongkha w/subs
Thu 6 Apr 7pm STUDIO, Fri 7 Apr 4pm STUDIO
Sat 8 Apr 11am MAIN AUDITORIUM
In this rare film from Bhutan, city teacher is posted to the world’s most remote school, where he must find a way to teach without electricity or a blackboard, but yes, there really is a Yak in the classroom! Unfolding against a breath-taking Himalayan backdrop, this Oscar nominated drama will captivate children and adults alike with its portrayal of little seen lifestyles (you’ll never think of Yak dung in the same way again!) and life affirming message.
Magic Mike's Last Dance 15, 1hr 52mins
Fri 7 Apr 7.30pm
"Magic" Mike Lane takes to the stage again after a lengthy hiatus, following a business deal that went bust, leaving him broke and taking bartender gigs in Florida. For what he hopes will be one last hurrah, Mike heads to London with a wealthy socialite, who lures him with an offer he can't refuse... and an agenda all her own.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods
12A, 2hrs 10mins, Audio Description available
Sat 8 Apr 2pm, Tue 11 Apr 4pm, Fri 14 Apr 2pm
In the sequel to the hit superhero comedy, Billy Batson and his foster siblings are forced to get back into action and fight the Daughters of Atlas. The family, who transform into superheroes by saying "Shazam!", must stop them from using a weapon that could destroy the world. Along the way, they have to make peace with the Gods because Billy took their powers for granted.
Cocaine Bear 15, 1hr 35mins, Audio Description available
Sat 8 Apr 5pm & 7.30pm
An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converge on a Georgia forest where a 500-pound apex predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow and blood. Very loosely based on a true story, this outrageous blend of goofy comedy and gory horror does exactly what it says on the tin!
Mummies U,1hr 28mins
Tues 11 Apr 11am, Fri 14 Apr 11am SF
Mummies follows the fun adventures of three ancient Egyptian mummies who live in an underground secret city, hidden in ancient Egypt. Through a series of unfortunate events, the mummies end up in present-day London and embark on a wacky and hilarious journey in search of an old ring belonging to the Royal Family, which was stolen by the ambitious archaeologist Lord Carnaby.
Creed III 12A, 1hr 56mins, Audio Description available
Fri 14 Apr 7.30pm
After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle a fighter who has nothing to lose.
Tangled PG, 1hr 40mins
Sat 15 Apr 10.30am
As part of our Fairytale season and to complement this year’s youth theatre production, we bring you Disney’s visually stunning adaptation of Rapunzel. When the kingdom's most-wanted bandit, Flynn Rider, hides in a tower, he becomes a captive of Rapunzel, the spire's long-time resident. Crowned with 70 feet of magical golden hair, she has been locked away for years and desperately wants freedom. The feisty teenager strikes a deal with Flynn, and together they begin a whirlwind adventure.
Champions 12A, 2hrs 4mins, Audio Description available
Mon 17 Apr 7.30pm, Tue 18 Apr 2pm DF
Thu 20 Apr 11.15am S
Woody Harrelson stars in the hilarious and uplifting story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.
God’s Creatures 15, 1hr 41mins
Mon 17 Apr 4pm, Tue 18 Apr 7.30pm, Wed 19 Apr 1.30pm
Emily Watson, in one of her finest performances for many years, and Paul Mescal play a newly reunited mother and son in this tense, sweepingly emotional psychological thriller. In a windswept Irish fishing village, Aileen is torn between protecting her beloved son and her own sense of right and wrong. A lie she tells for him rips apart their family and closeknit community in this quietly devastating morality play.
Rye Lane 15, 1hr 22mins
Wed 19 Apr 8pm, Thu 20 Apr 4pm
One of the most distinctive and refreshingly original romantic comedies to emerge in recent years, this joyful walk and talker unfolds in the multi-cultural melting pot of South London. Rising stars Vivian Oparah and David Jonsson show great chemistry as twenty-somethings who meet awkwardly (of course) at an art gallery, but soon connect. Over the course of an eventful day, they help each other deal with their nightmare exes, and potentially restore their faith in romance.
80 For Brady 12A, 1hr 38mins
Mon 24 Apr 7.30pm, Tue 25 Apr 2pm S, Thu 27 Apr 11.15am P Lilly Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno and Sally Field star in this feel-good comedy inspired by a true story. Four best friends and New England Patriots fans take a life-changing trip to the Super Bowl to see their hero Tom Brady play. Chaos ensues as they navigate the wilds of the biggest sporting event in the country.
In the Court of the Crimson King 15, 1hr 26mins
Tue 25 Apr 7.30pm
For over 50 years, King Crimson founder Robert Fripp, also famous for his work with David Bowie and Brian Eno, has overseen a unique creative environment in which freedom and responsibility conspire to place extraordinary demands on the band's members - only alleviated by the applause of an audience whose adoration threatens to make their lives even harder. A dark, comic film for anyone who wonders whether it is worth sacrificing everything for just a single moment of transcendence.
Night of the 12th 15, 1hr
54min,
Wed 26 Apr 8pm, Thu 27 Apr 4pm
In French with subtitles
Based on a real-life unsolved case, this engrossing police procedural follows two tough, ambitious French detectives who are trying to solve a gruesome murder that continuously evades their grasp. As they delve deeper into the victim’s complex life and relations, what started as a professional and methodical immersion into her world soon turns into a haunting obsession.
The Studio Screen is an intimate space, of just 20 seats, dedicated to world cinema, British independent films and family favourites.
Matilda the Musical PG, 1hr 57mins
Sat 1 Apr 10.30am SF, Fri 7 Apr 10.30am
Matilda is a little girl with big curiosity, a sharp mind and a vivid imagination - and the worst parents in the world. On meeting her inspirational teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda begins conjuring her own fantastical tales. Tim Minchin’s joyous musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic is an uplifting tale of an extraordinary girl who discovers her superpower and summons the remarkable courage to help others.
Strange World PG, 1hr 42mins
Mon 3 Apr 10.30am, Wed 12 Apr 10.30am SF
Unfolding in a mysterious land called Avalonia, this actionpacked animated adventure introduces a legendary family of explorers, the Clades, as they attempt to navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew that includes a mischievous blob, a threelegged dog and a slew of ravenous creatures.
Roman Holiday U, 1hr 58mins
Mon 3 Apr 2pm DF & 7pm
Audrey Hepburn made her Hollywood debut in this seldom bettered rom-com, which still as fresh and charming as it was when it first appeared 70 years ago. On an exhausting tour, a bored and sheltered Princess overdoes things on a night out in Rome and is rescued by an American reporter who mistakes her for a vagrant. When he finds out her true identity, he sets out to secretly extract an interview from her... but love gets in the way.
Heathers 15, 1hr 43mins
Tues 11 Apr 7pm & Sun 16 Apr 3pm
Featuring early performances from Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, this cult classic is one of the most controversial films ever made about the hellishness of the high school experience. Exploring girl cliques, pervasive bullying and teenage alienation, it follows an ordinary girl who climbs the high school social ladder by fraternizing with a beautiful and intimidating trio of girls all called Heather…
Alcarras 15, 2hrs, in Catalan with subtitles
Wed 19 Apr 7.30pm & Thu 20 Apr 7.30pm
Tradition vs modernity clash in this warm hearted family drama set in a picturesque village in Catalonia. For generations, the Solé family have spent every summer together picking fruit from their orchard. When plans arise to install solar panels and cut down trees, this tight-knit group suddenly faces eviction and the loss of far more than their home.
Fashion Reimagined 12A, 1hr 40mins
Mon 24 Apr 7pm & Wed 26 Apr 7.30pm
Fashion designer Amy Powney is a rising star in the London fashion scene. Raised off-the-grid in rural England by activist parents, Amy has always felt uneasy about the devastating environmental impact of her industry. When she wins the coveted Vogue award for the Best Young Designer of the Year, which comes with a big cash prize, Amy decides to use the money to create a sustainable collection from field to finished garment, and transform her entire business.
Joyland 15, 2hrs 6mins, in Urdu with subtitles
Thu 27 Apr 7.30pm & Fri 28 Apr 2pm
Set in bustling Lahore, this vibrant story of impossible love exposes prejudices and societal conventions that are slowly tearing a family apart. On the surface, the Ranases are a functional, patriarchal family, yearning for the birth of a baby boy to continue the family line. However, everything changes when their youngest son secretly joins an erotic dance theatre and falls for an ambitious trans starlet.
KEY P Prompt start
Adverts begin earlier and the film begins at advertised time.
S Subtitled screening
All foreign language films also have English subtitles.
SF / DF Sensory / Dementia Friendly screenings (these screenings begin promptly)
Audio Description headsets are available on specified films. It's advisable to notify Box Office in advance if you would like to reserve a headset.
PRICES
Main Screen:
Full price: £9.50, Concessions: £8.50, 16–25s: £5, Children: £5
Studio Screen:
All tickets: £7
Members get £1 off a ticket per screening
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