Award Winning Independent Cinema

Alice Diop reinvents the courtroom drama in this concentrated, gripping study of a writer and the young African woman whose fate comes to fascinate her.

These three new films made by winners of the Iris Prize. Each is an example of excellence in storytelling and together the programme is sure to make you cry and laugh.

This diverse selection of outstanding short films from the 16th Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival showcases unique stories from around the world.

The Fabelmans explores the family roots and dynamics that saw Spielberg become one of the world's most beloved filmmakers. Heartfelt, funny, and highly personal.

Gaining sympathy from the large singles community both inside and outside of Japan, this award-winning film handles the hidden loneliness of a young woman in Japanese contemporary society with a humorous tone.

With introduction and Q&A with Director Mark Jenkin on Saturday 21 January. Mark Jenkin follows up his acclaimed breakthrough Bait with this mind-bending Cornish folk horror tale, gorgeously shot on grainy 16mm.

William Wyler’s beloved romantic classic, featuring Audrey Hepburn in her first starring role, celebrates its landmark 70th anniversary in 2023 and has been lovingly restored in 4K.

Sociable screening for parents, grandparents and carers of babies under 12 months. Breastfeeding friendly, access to warm water and changing facilities, and no need to worry if baby makes a noise!

We are delighted to welcome back Wurlitza for a live performance and screening of two rare gems, Charlie Chaplin’s The Kid and Buster Keaton’s One Week.

Based on the true story of Mamie Till-Bradley, an educator and activist who pursued justice after the murder of her 14-year-old son Emmett in 1955.