A clever contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare’s play of political power and intrigue, directed by and starring Ralph Fiennes. Ralph Fiennes’ directorial debut is an impressive, muscular version of Shakespeare’s sometimes overlooked play about power and political pragmatism. The setting – ‘a place calling itself Rome’ – is a recognisably modern Balkan warzone, and writer John Logan skilfully adapts the Bard’s words for more contemporary phrasing.

The director himself takes the lead role of Coriolanus, the war hero turned politician whose abrasive and autocratic personality does not endear him to the masses whose support he needs to become consul of Rome. With its dark, wintry hues and trimmed-back text, this is a spare and vigorous film, and Barry Ackroyd’s (The Hurt Locker) cinematography brings a gritty, up-to-date feel, particularly evident in the visceral battle scenes.

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The eagerly awaited The Iron Lady has been written by award-winning writer Abi Morgan (The Hour), directed by Phyllida Lloyd and stars Meryl Streep as Margaret Thatcher.

This is the compelling story of Margaret Thatcher, a woman who smashed through the barriers of gender and class to be heard in a male-dominated world. A surprising and intimate portrait of an extraordinary and complex woman and the price that is paid for power. Meryl Streep has been named Best Actress for her portrayal of Margaret Thatcher at the New York Film Critics Circle and has been nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama at the 2012 Golden Globes.

“Only an actress of Streep’s stature could possibly capture Thatcher’s essence and bring it to the screen. It’s a performance of towering proportions that sets a new benchmark for acting.” The Daily Mail

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On the eve of World War I, Zurich and Vienna are the setting for a dark tale of sexual and intellectual discovery. Drawn from true-life events, A Dangerous Method explores the turbulent relationships between fledgling psychiatrist Carl Jung, his mentor Sigmund Freud and Sabina Spielrein, the beautiful but disturbed young woman who comes between them.

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Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Q&A that was scheduled to take place following the screening is cancelled. The screening will go ahead as planned at the time advertised.

A tale of loyalty, hope and tenacity set against a sweeping canvas of
rural England and Europe during the First World War.

War Horse begins with the remarkable friendship between a horse named Joey and a young man called Albert, who tames and trains him. When they are forcefully parted, the film follows the extraordinary journey of the horse as he moves through the war, changing and inspiring the lives of all those he meets.

The First World War is experienced through the journey of this horse – an odyssey of joy and sorrow, passionate friendship and high adventure. War Horse is one of the great stories of friendship and war – a successful book, it was turned into a hugely successful international theatrical hit. Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture Drama, it now comes to the screen in an epic adaptation by one of the world’s greatest directors.

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From writer-director Rodrigo Garcia comes the moving story of three women and the power of the unbreakable bond between mother and child. Annette Bening is Karen, a bitter, unhappy spinster coping with the death of her mother and the lifelong feelings of loss and regret over the child she gave up for adoption when she was 14. Naomi Watts is Elizabeth, the grown-up daughter she’s never met, and Kerry Washington is Lucy, an infertile wife who turns to adoption as the key to the maternity she passionately craves.

The rich and complex stories of these three women are interwoven into a single narrative that runs deep with emotion.

“A love letter to motherhood… a tough minded yet delicate drama.” Marie Claire

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Clint Eastwood is not just an iconic movie star. Since Play Misty For Me in 1971, he has also been a prolific and accomplished director. His films have shown an ongoing interest in outsiders and marginal figures; they explore what it means to fit in – or more frequently, to not fit in – in America.

Doctor Peter Falconer of the University of Warwick, explores this strand to Eastwood’s career, looking at how, through his work as a director, he has developed a distinctive perspective on American life and culture.

There will be a complete screening of Clint Eastwood’s latest film, J. Edgar starring Leonardo di Caprio in the title role.

Funny, heart-rending, erotic, suspenseful, exhilaratingly inventive… Jean Vigo’s only full-length feature satisfies on so many levels, it’s no surprise that it’s widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made and a perfect treat for Valentine’s Day. When Juliette marries and moves in with Seine barge captain Jean, their relationship soon shows signs of strain. Sharing the cramped boat with eccentric bosun Père Jules, a cabin boy and a clutter of cats doesn’t help; nor do Jean’s jealous tendencies or the couple’s reluctance to compromise…

No other film matches this mix of playfulness, poetry, sensuality and tenderness; this masterpiece is truly timeless.

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An animated tribute to the life and work of Japanese comics artist Yoshihiro Tatsumi. In post-war occupied Japan, young Tatsumi’s passion for comics eventually becomes a means of supporting his poor family. Already published as a teenager, talented Tatsumi finds even greater inspiration after meeting his idol, famous Disneyesque animator Osamu Tezuka. Despite his steady success, Tatsumi begins to question why Japanese comics should cater to children with cute and whimsical tales and drawings. In 1957, Tatsumi coins the term gekiga (dramatic pictures) and redefines the manga landscape by encouraging an alternative genre for adults.

Realistic and disquieting, Tatsumi’s work begins to grapple with the darker aspects of life…

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The Brooklyn bourgeoisie are placed under the microscope in Roman Polanski’s beautifully acted adaptation of Yasmin Reza’s The God of Carnage.

Following a fight between their children, two New York couples come together to discuss the unfortunate event. Zachary, the son of Nancy and Alan has bashed his schoolmate Ethan with a stick, breaking a couple of his teeth. Ethan’s parents Penelope and Michael have called a the tête-à-tête at their home, but what starts out as a civilised attempt at resolution turns uglier by degrees. The couples get to sniping then to arguing and worse, and soon the fractures in their own relationships are showing. Watching the foursome descend into behaviour far worse than that of their children is horrible and funny, often both at the same time.

Carnage showcases performances from some of the finest actors working in film today, and Jodie Foster and Kate Winslet will go head to head for the Best Actress in a Comedy award at the Golden Globes come January 2012.

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Award-winning director Alexander Payne (Sideways) blends comedy and tragedy in this story of a father’s journey to re-examine his past and embrace his future.

Matt King looks like a man leading a charmed life. But when his thrill-seeking wife suffers a boating accident, he’s faced with a massive wake-up call. Matt, the ‘back-up’ parent, realises he barely knows his sassy daughters, and has little idea how to cope with or care for them while his wife lies locked in a coma. Payne is a master of the acutely-observed contradictions of life and emotion, finding biting humour in the irony of circumstance and human shortcomings.

This is a long-awaited treat from one of America’s most singular directors, which has already gained five Golden Globe nominations, included Best Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor for George Clooney.

“Another beautifully chiselled gem – sharp, funny, generous, moving” Entertainment

It’s often bemoaned that ‘they don’t make ‘em like they used to’. Well they do now! The Artist, Michel Hazanavicius’s nostalgic hymn to Hollywood’s golden era has emerged as a genuine contender to be the first silent movie in 80 years to win an Oscar having already been named Best Film by the New York Film Critics Circle, and leading the charge at the Golden Globes with six nominations.

It’s 1927, and George Valentin is a movie megastar whose fame is threatened by the advent of talkies. He dismisses the advances of technology as a fad, pigheadedly progressing with directing the film he considers will be his masterpiece. With reverential nods to celebrated Hollywood insider stories such as Singin’ in the Rain and Sunset Boulevard, and to other classics such as Citizen Kane, period details that are lovingly recreated, and perfectly pitched performances, The Artist is a pure delight.

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Tom & Jerry, Wallace & Gromit, Fred & Ginger, Laurel & Hardy, Morecambe & Wise, the list of wonderful, entertaining partnerships is long and unforgettable. Come and enjoy a snapshot with the emphasis on music.

Introduced by Brian Bishop.

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On the eve of World War I, Zurich and Vienna are the setting for a dark tale of sexual and intellectual discovery. Drawn from true-life events, A Dangerous Method explores the turbulent relationships between fledgling psychiatrist Carl Jung, his mentor Sigmund Freud and Sabina Spielrein, the beautiful but disturbed young woman who comes between them. Starring Michael Fassbender, Keira Knightley and Golden Globe Best Supporting Actor nominee Viggo Mortensen.

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A chance to spend the day exploring a particular theme of film guided by specialists in that field.

In the past decade Scandinavian writers and film makers have come to dominate the realm of crime fiction, spearheaded by Stieg Larsson’s Millennium Trilogy, memorably adapted for the screen and now remade in the US by David Fincher. Critic and broadcaster, Nigel Floyd returns to explore the revitalisation of the crime thriller on the big and small screen (Wallander, The Killing) from the Scandinavian perspective. There will also be an exclusive preview of Headhunters, the first screen adaptation of a novel by Jo Nesbo.

Gabriel Byrne is Papa Reilly, a widower who lives with his two young sons, Ossie and Tito, in the slums of Dublin. One day their grandfather turns up with a beautiful and imposing white stallion named Tir na nOg, a magical creature from ancient Irish legends. But when a rich breeder tries desperately to take the horse away from them, their only hope is to escape and become the coolest outlaws ever to ride… Into The West!

This delightful adventure is nonstop entertainment for the whole family and a perfect treat for St Patrick’s Day.

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