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Movie Nights

Movie Nights

Our Movie Nights are always very popular, running every 2nd Tuesday of the month. 

Doors open at 7.00pm, as does the bar with the film commencing at 7.30pm.

Tickets are £5.00 on the door 

Our next presentations are:     

 

MY SAILOR MY LOVE

Tuesday 9th April

On the surface, My Sailor, My Love is a film about a later-in-life romance, of a widow and a widower meeting and falling in love. But it’s actually a film that deals with a tempestuous relationship between a father and a daughter, and how that new love in his life affects her and her mother’s memory. It’s a sensitive, gentle film that doesn’t over complicate itself, portraying a bittersweet but authentic picture of family life that isn’t too worried about neatly tying up its loose ends.

Grace’s nature, as we come to realise, stems from just how poorly Howard has treated her over the course of her life. As well as her own struggles with her marriage and mental health, Howard’s often thoughtlessly callous and dismissive behaviour goes a long way in explaining exactly why Grace is the way she is.

My Sailor, My Love is a film that is surprisingly deeper than it appears. While not maudlin, it doesn’t avoid the darker aspects of ageing, strained familial ties and the struggles of caring. It manages to avoid being a downer even when it tackles its heavier themes and ends up as something as hopeful as it is emotional.
See the trailer here: My Sailor My Lover trailer

 

 

NAPOLEON

Tuesday 14th May

Having read a number of reviews of Napoleon, it’s fair to say that the views are very polarised – its seems you either love this film, or find it dull and “an insult to French history”.

Those who have loved it have described it as phenomenal and Ridley Scott’s best work – not bad considering this is a Director whose films have garnered 9 Oscars and a host more nominations.

It might not be a perfect 1:1 from history to screen, but like Ridley himself said, who cares? If the film is entertaining, gets the majority of its story correct, and informs the audience, then “who cares”.

The film does not shy away from portraying Napoleon's flaws and weaknesses, such as his arrogance and his ambition. However, it also shows the human side of Napoleon, his vulnerability and his love for his wife, Joséphine.

Joaquin Phoenix is mesmerizing as Napoleon. He captures the emperor's charisma, intelligence, and ruthlessness with a raw and visceral intensity. Vanessa Kirby is also excellent as Joséphine. She brings a sense of grace and dignity to the role of Napoleon's wife, who was often overshadowed by her husband's larger-than-life personality.

The battle scenes in Napoleon are some of the most impressive ever put on film. Scott uses a variety of techniques to create a sense of chaos and scale, including slow motion, fast-cutting editing, and aerial shots. The result is a visceral and unforgettable viewing experience.

But perhaps the answer is to see it and make your own mind up. And you can see the trailer here: Napoleon trailer

 

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