Friday 13th September - at 7:30pm
Vindication Swim (PG) -98 mins Biography/Drama/History
The inspirational story of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel, and her battle against both the cold waters of the Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England. When a rival claims to have performed the same feat and is shown to be lying, Mercedes's own achievement is called into question, forcing her into a repeat performance, the "vindication swim" of the title.
Great film, beautifully shot and great cast. Outstanding performances from Kirsten Callaghan and John Locke. Perfectly paced and very inspirational. Looking forward to director Elliott Hasler and team's next project." User review
"A gripping poignant drama fronted by a staggeringly good performance from Benesch." The Upcoming
Friday 11th October - at 7:30pm
Wicked Little Letters (15) -100 mins Dark Comedy/Crime/Drama
A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a dark, absurd scandal in this riotous mystery comedy. Based on a stranger-than-fiction true story, Wicked Little Letters follows two neighbours: deeply-conservative local Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) and rowdy Irish migrant Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley). When Edith and fellow residents start to receive anonymous letters full of unintentionally hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. The letters prompt a national uproar, and a trial ensues. However, as the town's women, led by Police Officer Gladys Moss (Anjana Vasan), begin to investigate the crime themselves, they suspect that Rose might not be the culprit after all. Studio Canal
"Colman and Buckley are . . . an exceptional double-act whose comedy arises from their distinct deliveries, mannerisms, and internal approach." Rogerebert.com
Friday 8th November - at 7:30pm
The Teachers Lounge (PG) - 98 mins Drama
Carla Nowak (Leonie Benesch) is a new arrival on the staff of a middle school in Germany, her commitment and optimism still unblunted. When the suspicion for a spate of thefts falls on a particular boy, based on little more than his skin colour, she acts to exonerate him, capturing, through dubious means, evidence that seems to implicate a fellow member of staff. But the accused teacher, single mother of Oskar (Leo Stettnisch), another child in Carla's class, doggedly protests her innocence.
"A gripping poignant drama fronted by a staggeringly good performance from Benesch." The Upcoming
Friday 6th December - at 7:30pm
Kensuke's Kingdom (PG) - 85 mins Adventure/Animation
Written by Michael Morpugo, award winning author of War Horse fame, this Made in Wales film tells the story of a young boy shipwrecked on a remote island. He meets an old Japanese WWii veteran who teaches him to survive and respect & protect the island and animals. A wonderfully hand drawn animation.
"Impeccably elegant" The Observer
"a gripping animated adaption of a beloved novel" IMDb
"... packed with pertinent lessons that humanity could learn from right now" Letterboxd