The Underground Cinema series concludes with the dark fairytale masterpiece – and firm festival favourite – Pan’s Labyrinth. Guillermo del Toro’s masterpiece seamlessly blends a surreal and sinister mythical realm with the harsh realities of the Spanish Civil War’s immediate aftermath.
Our second collaboration with TEDxBristol presents a 20th anniversary screening of the Oscar-winning family superhero caper, alongside a fascinating introductory talk from neurodiversity expert and educator Suzan Issa exploring the hidden cost of conformity in a world that often pressures us to 'fit in'.
We’re returning to Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol’s very own necropolis, with two days of spine-tingling cinema! Our first film at Arnos Vale this October is a firm festival favourite, the wonderfully witchy Hocus Pocus. The ghoulish Sanderson sisters have been terrorising fans for over 30 years (we know, sorry!) - so to celebrate the start of our 2024 Halloween season, why not reacquaint yourselves with these Salem legends…?
Wednesday’s films at Arnos Vale continue with Angela Carter’s The Company Of Wolves, a moody Gothic re-imagining of Little Red Riding Hood, which turns 40 this year. The acclaimed author adapted her own short story for the big screen in this darkest of dark fantasy tales; With its eerie atmosphere, striking imagery, and atmospheric score, this critically-acclaimed film is a must-see for fans of the genre.
Due to massive demand in 2023, we’re bringing the vampire bikers sensation The Lost Boys back to the big screen this October. Devilishly funny as well as creepy, it’s a romp through 80s pop culture that has rightfully earned its place in the ‘cult classics’ pantheon.
Our time at Arnos Vale continues with a 40th anniversary screening of the exceptionally 80s fan faveThe Neverending Story. Whether you wore your VHS out as a child or discovered it thanks to Stranger Things, there’s no denying the enduring cult status of this story-within-a-story, chronicling the struggle to save Fantasia from The Nothing within the pages of a magical book; the power of its imagination hasn’t faded at all.
We’re concluding our time at Arnos Vale with a double bill of haunted house horrors, starting with The Others, a chilling and elegant ghost story starring Nicole Kidman, who was nominated for a BAFTA and a Golden Globe for her star turn as a terrorised mother. It’s an intelligent psychological slow burn that will leave you sleeping with the lights on - and the curtains open…
We’re concluding our time at Arnos Vale this October with a double bill of haunted house horrors - finishing up with The Woman In Black, the film adaptation of Susan Hill’s novel and the West End sensation. After a controversial 12A cinema release, a few seconds of extra footage - and a 15 certificate - have been added to this Hammer-produced hair-raiser that will have you watching through your fingers…
A weekend of vintage psychological thrillers at Averys begins with an 80th anniversary Vintage Screening of Gaslight. Ingrid Bergman’s Oscar-winning performance is one of her finest, and the film remains so infamous that it has leant its name to the 21st Century term ‘gaslighting’. We’ll be pairing this extraordinary film with wines inspired by the characters and cast.
Our weekend of vintage psychological thrillers at Averys concludes with a 70th anniversary screening of Hitchcock’s timeless classic Rear Window. James Stewart’s second collaboration with Hitchcock is one of his finest hours, and we’re pairing it with wines that each have a Hitchcockian twist to them that make them unusual in their respective categories… Intrigued? We hope so!
Join us at St Mary Redcliffe this October for a very special anthology screening of some of the earliest horror films ever made. These seldom-screened gems from cinematic history will be accompanied by a live, entirely improvised organ recital by the award-winning composer Dr. David Bednall, blending silent cinema with live music to create a unique performance that promises to add another dimension to these remarkable films.
We’re starting off a trio of Halloween-themed Vintage Screenings with one of the Festival’s favourite films, Taika Waititi’s vampire mockumentary. We’ll be pairing it with some delicious New Zealand wines in homage to the film’s Wellington setting, for what’s becoming a tradition of Halloween Vintage Screenings.
Our second Halloween-themed Vintage Screening is the silver screen adaptation of the late, great Anne Rice’s Interview With The Vampire. Featuring Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise and an acclaimed breakout performance from a young Kirsten Dunst, this deliciously dark tale still has bite 30 years on from its release…
On Friday evening, we’re bringing a 20th anniversary screening of the very first Saw film to Redcliffe Caves. It’s spawned a juggernaut of an ongoing franchise, but the fiendishly simple concept of the original is still yet to be topped - you’ll be watching through your fingers and counting your toes…!
Our discounted Matinee Screenings of vintage horror return to the Caves on Saturday and Sunday mornings, starting with the seminal sci-fi chiller Invasion Of The Body Snatchers. Based on Jack Finney’s novel - which turns 70 this year - and shot in a film noir style, this 50s classic is both a gripping extraterrestrial thriller and a wry commentary on McCarthyism, and remains as eerie as ever…
Saturday’s programme at Redcliffe Caves is dedicated to 1984, a fantastic year for cult classic horror releases, so we’re celebrating some 40th birthdays - starting with Gremlins! This cult comedy-horror has its own wicked spin on the festive spirit, making it one of the few films that works well at Halloween or Christmas (or both, if you’re like us!).
The double bill of 1984 Stephen King adaptations continues at Redciiffe Caves. Firestarter is full of searing pyrotechnical special effects, and a young Drew Barrymore provides a memorable turn in this adaptation of one of King’s more thought-provoking sci-fi chillers, which was surely a major influence on Stranger Things.
Our day of 1984 horror films continues with a double bill of Stephen King adaptations. Children Of The Corn is a lo-fi, gruesome tale featuring some of the creepiest children in the horror movie canon; add in a pre-Terminator Linda Hamilton, some beautifully unsettling scenery and some subtle political commentary, and you’ve got a true cult classic!
we’re thrilled to be concluding our trio of Halloween-themed Vintage Screenings with a 50th anniversary screening of Mel Brooks’ frightfully funny comedy-horror spoof. We’ll be pairing it with a flight of wines from Eastern Europe, showcasing countries and varieties that are at last beginning to earn their rightful reputation in the international scene.
The day of 1984 horror classics at Redcliffe Caves continues with Ghostbusters. The franchise is still going strong four decades on, but nothing tops the original - strap on your proton packs and prepare for the Stay-Puftapocalypse!
We’re rounding off our day of 1984 films with a late night screening of one of the most iconic horror films of all time, A Nightmare On Elm Street. The franchise may have put its instantly recognisable villain through the injustices of numerous inferior sequels (and THAT novelty rap) but Freddy Kreuger’s delightfully creepy debut still has the power to haunt your dreams.
For Sunday’s Matinee Screening at Horror In The Caves, we’re thrilled to present a special showing of Cat People, kindly licensed by the BFI. This 2K digital restoration brings out the eerie beauty of this creature feature noir’s stylish shadows and chiaroscuro lighting; it’s a moody and suspenseful alternative to the monster movie shtick of the 1940s, with one of the most celebrated jump scares in history…!
Somehow, it’s already time to celebrate the 10th birthday of The Babadook! This harrowing psychological chiller was part of our very first Horror In The Caves programme way back in March 2016, and we’re excited to bring it back to the Caves for an anniversary screening. Top hats off to first time director Jennifer Kent for this astonishing debut, which is one of the creepiest films of the century so far…
Join us for a 20th anniversary screening of The Grudge in Redcliffe Caves this October. Japanese filmmaker Takashi Shimizu directed this English-language remake of his 2002 hit Ju-On: The Grudge, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar and Bill Pullman; it’s a deeply unnerving watch with some of the most iconic imagery of early 2000s horror cinema!
If you’re feeling particularly brave this Halloween, enter the Caves for a very special 50th anniversary screening of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, with a stunning digital restoration showcasing this infamous cult classic in all its gory glory. It’s a must-see for any horror aficionado - and for those of you thinking that a 50 year old film can’t be all that bad, don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Another modern classic celebrating its 10th anniversary this year is the haunting It Follows. It’s a wickedly simple premise, executed with aplomb and has a truly nightmarish aura that will linger long in the memory. With a sequel only recently confirmed, and lead actress Taika Monroe currently starring in occult chiller Longlegs, now is the perfect time to catch it - before it catches you…
Due to massive demand, we’ve added an extra screening of The Descent. Tickets always go fast for this, but watching it in the Caves is a truly immersive, and terrifying, experience, and possibly unsuitable for anyone with severe claustrophobia. It’s the ultimate way to experience Horror In The Caves – but you have been warned!
In the build-up to Halloween, we present a 30th anniversary screening of Kenneth Branagh’s blood-soaked adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. This grisly retelling of a true horror classic, produced by Francis Ford Coppola, is one of the more faithful adaptations of the source material, and we’re delighted to screen this restoration from the original negatives in a suitably atmospheric venue this October!
Just in time for Halloween, we’re bringing a double bill of 90s nastiness to the Planetarium, starting with the bombastic Starship Troopers. The irony of Paul Verhoeven’s startling send-up of fascism went over some contemporary critics’ heads, but its cult reputation as an action-packed sci-fi satire endures. Would you like to know more? Then enlist in the brutal battle against the bugs…
Our Halloween season continues with a milestone anniversary screening of one of the few horror movies to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination, The Sixth Sense. M. Night Shyamalan’s breakthrough film remains an arresting watch, 25 years on from its release - it’s got chills, thrills and twists that make it an instant pop culture classic!
Just in time for Halloween, we’re bringing a double bill of 90s nastiness to the Planetarium, concluding with the cult horror Event Horizon. Paul W.S. Anderson’s “haunted house in space” movie horrified studio execs with its disturbing imagery; if you’ve never seen this delightfully creepy gem, you’re in for a night that will linger long in the memory…!
We’re thrilled to announce a screening of the 2003 cut of Ridley Scott’s game-changing sci-fi horror Alien. This remastered and reworked cut ratchets up the tension and restores some sequences from the cutting room floor, including one of the most controversial scenes from the entire franchise. It's a futuristic fright-fest and pure cinema genius that deserves to be enjoyed on the big screen just in time for Halloween!
We’re heading to The Station this Halloween for a screening of the film that defines ‘cult classic’! Need we introduce The Rocky Horror Picture Show? Need we encourage you to dress accordingly? Need we ask whether you’re shivering with antici –
– pation?
We’re bringing another British icon to Aerospace Bristol this November with a screening of The Italian Job. Released in the same year as Concorde’s maiden flight, it helped make the Mini Cooper an international star, and remains a cornerstone of British pop culture. Expect an evening celebrating innovation and icons as we take you back to the 60s for an evening of comic capers and high-octane car chases!
We have very kindly been given permission from Hartswood Films to screen Sherlock: The Sign Of Three in Goldney Hall Orangery, the venue where it was filmed, showing this feature-length episode of the cult show ‘on location’ in its 10th anniversary year for a special evening for Sherlock fans of all ages. Take your seat in this beautiful venue and enjoy the great detective’s greatest challenge yet: to deliver a best man speech for Watson…!
This November, we’re celebrating the 90th anniversary of one of the all-time great comedies, It Happened One Night. Frank Capra’s screwball romcom prototype is one of only three films to date to win ‘The Big Five’ at the Oscars – Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor and Best Actress – so we’re pairing it with wines from around the world that have won a similarly impressive number of awards and accolades.
Our Autumn Vintage Screenings continue with the film noir classic The Third Man, which turns 75 this year. In tribute to this film’s moody Vienna setting, this tasting will focus on Austrian wines to enjoy alongside this seminal piece of cinema history.
Just in time for its 15th anniversary, we’re screening Moon at the Planetarium this November. Sam Rockwell stars in Duncan Jones' moody, unsettling debut feature; it’s a gripping watch, made all the more impressive by the film’s comparatively low budget, proving you don’t it doesn’t cost the earth (surely “moon”? - Ed.) to make top quality sci-fi!
The Oscar-winning musical comedy Seven Brides For Seven Brothers turns 70 this year; it features some stunning choreography, including "one of the most rousing dance numbers ever put on screen.” In honour of the eponymous Pontipee brothers, we’re focussing on wines from around the world made with multiple grape varieties, showcasing how producers carefully balance their blends to create signature styles.
We’re excited to present a 25th anniversary screening of the seminal 90s sci-fi action film, The Matrix! This hugely influential piece of cinema has withstood the test of time and remains a high-octane, high-concept rollercoaster ride of a movie that will leave you saying “Whoa…!”
We’re hacking into the mainframe this November to bring you a screening of Tron, the grandfather of CGI sci-fi! Its visuals were groundbreaking at the time and helped inspire everyone from Pixar to Daft Punk - it’s an electrifying retro treat for all ages.
Due to massive demand on Burns Night, we’re hosting another special 75th anniversary screening of Whisky Galore! on St Andrew’s Day. This classic Ealing Comedy will be accompanied by a Scotch whisky tasting flight to complement both the film and the annual celebration of Scotland’s patron saint. Slàinte!
We’re rounding off November’s screenings at the Planetarium with a special screening of Blade Runner: The Final Cut. This is the only cut of the legendary sci-fi thriller that director Ridley Scott had complete artistic control over, and was only released in 2007; Scott considers it the definitive version, and we’re thrilled to be bringing it to the big screen.
Join us on Advent Sunday as we start the festive season with one of the all-time great Dickens adaptations, The Muppet Christmas Carol. In addition to all of the usual ensemble cast of Kermit and friends, Michael Caine plays it straight as Ebenezer Scrooge, in a career highlight performance that underpins the trademark Muppet zaniness with real pathos that will warm even the sternest of hearts.
Join us at The Mount Without for a Christmastime screening of last year’s award-winning comedy-drama, which reunited director Alexander Payne and star Paul Giamatti, who first worked together on another festival favourite, Sideways. Funny, poignant and heartwarming, with a beautiful retro visual style, it’s sure to become a staple of the season.
An extra screening of the family-friendly sci-fi fantasy hit, presented back on the big screen at the Planetarium. The eponymous robot is a global sensation in waste allocation - until he embarks on an out-of-this-world misadventure…
If you missed Oppenheimer in cinemas, then you need to see it in the Planetarium this December. If you saw Christopher Nolan’s multi-Oscar-winning magnum opus, then you already know that only the big screen does it justice! Join us for this astonishing epic biopic that sees one of the 21st Century’s most acclaimed directors raise the bar once again.
We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi action thriller The Terminator this December. It launched James Cameron’s career, and introduced the world to what is arguably Arnold Schwarznegger’s signature role (and one of his signature catchphrases!) - enjoy this hugely influential piece of cinema in the Planetarium with us as we go back to the future!
If you missed Denis Villeneuve’s stunning sci-fi sequel earlier this year - or, if like us, you want to see it again on a big screen! - then join us for an epic screening of Dune: Part Two in the run-up to Christmas. Continuing Paul Atreides’ story as he struggles to regain control of Arrakis, it’s a jaw-dropping spectacle that will surely enjoy success during 2025’s awards season.
Join us this Christmas season in one of Bristol’s most beautiful venues, Clifton College Chapel, for a special series of screenings of the first three Harry Potter films. Step into this magnificent venue and enjoy these spellbinding adventures back on the big screen, starting of course with Harry’s first year at Hogwarts…
Our final weekend of Planetarium screenings in 2024 starts with a double bill of classics from 1999, as they celebrate their 25th anniversaries. First up is Brad Bird’s magical and moving directorial debut, The Iron Giant. Inspired by Ted Hughes’ novel, it’s a powerful story that balances glorious sci-fi action with moments of pathos and joy that will leave you glowing.
Join us this Christmas season in one of Bristol’s most beautiful venues, Clifton College Chapel, for a special series of screenings of the first three Harry Potter films. Step into this magnificent venue and enjoy these spellbinding adventures back on the big screen, starting of course with Harry’s first year at Hogwarts…
It’s back to the 90s again for our screening of the darkly comic action sci-fi, Men In Black. Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones team up to save the planet from a seriously ugly alien menace (no offence, Vincent D’Onofrio!) in this tongue-in-cheek misadventure from the director behind Addams Family Values.
Join us this Christmas season in one of Bristol’s most beautiful venues, Clifton College Chapel, for a special series of screenings of the first three Harry Potter films. The screenings at this magical venue continue with Chamber Of Secrets, a decidedly darker sequel to the original, yet still retaining all of the charm of its predecessor, and the spirit of the source material.
Our second sci-fi selection from 1999 at the Planetarium this December is the original Star Wars prequel, The Phantom Menace. Debate over the prequels still rages, but if you’re a millennial then memories of podracing, John Williams’ score and that lightsaber battle surely stir some deep-rooted emotions. Search your feelings; you know it to be true.
Join us this Christmas season in one of Bristol’s most beautiful venues, Clifton College Chapel, for a special series of screenings of the first three Harry Potter films. The screenings at this magical venue continue with Chamber Of Secrets, a decidedly darker sequel to the original, yet still retaining all of the charm of its predecessor, and the spirit of the source material.
Our final film of the year in the Planetarium is a truly special one and a late announcement, but we finally have screening rights again! Christopher Nolan’s Oscar-winning epic space odyssey was made for the big screen, and this screening includes some of the most breathtaking scenes restored to their IMAX ratios for an extra-detailed viewing.
We’re delighted to be showing It’s A Wonderful Life at Averys again this December. Wind down for the festive period with this timeless classic, as we pair it with some winter-ready wines that are ideal for accompanying a Christmas dinner – or a Christmas film screening!
We’re delighted to be showing It’s A Wonderful Life at Averys again this December. Wind down for the festive period with this timeless classic, as we pair it with some winter-ready wines that are ideal for accompanying a Christmas dinner – or a Christmas film screening!
Is it really Christmas until we’ve hosted a Die Hard Vintage Screening? As always, we’ll be showing the definitive Christmas film alongside a German versus American wine tasting that will have you exclaiming “Yippee-kay-yay”…!
Is it really Christmas until we’ve hosted a Die Hard Vintage Screening? As always, we’ll be showing the definitive Christmas film alongside a German versus American wine tasting that will have you exclaiming “Yippee-kay-yay”…!
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