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110 mins. USA 1986. Dir: Tony Scott
The original story about young studs vying for glory on the ground and in the air at an elite naval aviation training school.
130 mins. USA 2022. Dir: Joseph Kosinski
After 30 years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete Mitchell ‘Maverick’, is still pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot. Training a detachment of graduates for a special assignment, Maverick must confront his deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who choose to fly it.
116 mins. France 2022. Dir: Fred Cavayė
This gripping historical drama is set in 1941 Paris. A jeweller’s assistant is hoping to start a family with the woman he loves. When faced with the German occupation however, he is forced to come to an agreement with his Jewish employer, Mr. Haffmann, that will bring consequences for all involved.
90 mins. France/Belgium 2022. Dir: Patrice Leconte
The legendary Gėrard Depardieu brings to life one of the most beloved characters from 20th century crime fiction. Set in Paris in 1953, the body of a beautiful young woman is discovered in a town square, dressed in an elegant evening gown but with nothing to identify her. World-weary Inspector Maigret endeavours to piece together her story.
110 mins. UK 2022. Dir: Eva Husson
WW I romantic drama based on the novel by Graeme Swift. The story takes place on Mothers’ Day 1924. A young maid plans to meet with the man she loves, the son of a wealthy landowner, before he leaves to marry another woman whom his parents approve of and expect him to marry.
95 mins. UK 2021. Dir: Clio Barnard
Ali and Ava, both lonely for different reasons, develop a deep connection over a number of months despite the lingering legacy of their past relationships. A heart-warming, contemporary love story about seizing that second chance in life.
160 mins. Australia 2022. Dir: Baz Luhrmann
From his childhood in Topelo, Mississippi, to his rise to stardom starting in Memphis and his conquering of Las Vegas, Elvis Presley becomes the first rock’n’roll star and changes the world with his music. The story focuses on his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager Colonel Tom Parker over the course of 20 years. Central to Elvis’s journey and happiness is one of the most influential people in his life, Priscilla.
Single feature due to length.
97 mins. France 2022. Dir: Louis-Julien Petit
Cathy, a headstrong 40 year old sous-chef is finally about to fulfil her lifelong dream by opening her own gastronomic restaurant. Facing serious financial difficulties, she reluctantly accepts a job in the cafeteria of a shelter for young migrants. While frustrated by her new position, her skills and passion for cuisine start to change the kids’ lives.
72 mins. France 2022. Dir: Cėline Sciamma
Eight year old Nelly has just lost her grandmother and is helping her parents clean out her mother’s childhood home. She explores the house and the surrounding woods where her mother Marion used to play. One day her mother disappears and Nelly meets a girl her own age in the woods building a tree house. Her name is Marion.
96 mins. USA 2020. Dir: Uberto Pasolini
John, a thirty-five year old window cleaner and single father of a young boy, is given only a few months to live. He attempts to find a new, perfect family for his three year old son, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation. A beautiful and very moving film.
100 mins. UK 2021 Dir: John Hay
Tragedy strikes novelist Roald Dahl and his wife, actress Patricia Neal, when their young daughter and companion dies in the 1960s. Their grief becomes a source of redemption and strength, ultimately leading Dahl to write his renowned classic ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’.
105 mins. UK 2021. Dir: Ben Lewin
An entertaining romantic comedy set in the world of opera singing competitions. A brilliant young fund manager leaves her unfulfilling job and long term boyfriend to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming an opera singer. She travels to the tiny Scottish village of Drumbuchan and the home of a fearsome singing teacher, to compete in the finals.
94 mins. UK 2012. Dir: Dustin Hoffman
At a home for retired musicians, the annual concert to celebrate Verdi’s birthday is disrupted by the arrival of Jean (Maggie Smith) an eternal diva, and former wife of one of the residents. The question is whether four of the residents, Jean, Wilf, Cissy and Reggie, will overcome their problems and perform.
125 mins. USA 2022. Dir: Olivia Newman
Abandoned as a girl, Kya raised herself in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years rumours of the marsh girl haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, she opens herself to a new and startling world. Adapted from the best selling novel by Delia Owens.
124 mins. USA 2022. Dir: Rosalind Ross
Unflinchingly honest, funny and uplifting drama based on the true story of boxer turned priest Stuart Long’s inspiring journey to redemption. When an injury ends his boxing career he moves to L.A. to find money and fame. Scraping by he meets Carmen, a Sunday school teacher. To win her over the long-time agnostic starts going to church.
125 mins. UK 2022. Dir: Simon Curtis
Reunites the cast of this immensely popular family saga as they embark on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’s newly inherited villa.
98 mins. UK 2021. Dir: Kenneth Branagh
Filmed in black and white, this wonderful coming-of-age comedy/drama was written and directed by Kenneth Branagh, and was inspired by his childhood memories of growing up in Belfast, Northern Ireland, during the tumultuous 1960s.