Centre for the Arts Maidenhead
Film Guide Mar-Apr 2019
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Vice Fri 1 Mar 2pm, Sun 3 Mar 7.30pm Mon 4 Mar 11.30am, Thur 7 Mar 8pm Dir: Adam McKay 2018 132 mins, US Comedy-drama exploring the story of Dick Cheney, who quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W Bush. Nominated for six BAFTAs, eight Academy Awards and featuring a Golden Globe winning performance from Christian Bale.
The Mule
WHY? ‘Christian Bale really is sensational here. He transforms into Cheney before your eyes’ ★★★★ Empire Magazine Sun 3 Mar 2pm Tues 5 Mar 8pm Wed 6 Mar 2pm Dir: Clint Eastwood 2018 116 mins, US Earl Stone (Clint Eastwood) is in his 80s, broke, alone and facing foreclosure of his business. He is offered a job that simply requires him to drive. Unbeknownst to Earl, he’s just signed on as a drug courier for a Mexican cartel.
WHY? Starring Bradley Cooper, Laurence Fishburne, Michael Peña and Dianne Wiest
A Private War
Wed 6 Mar 8pm, Mon 11 Mar 11.30am Tues 13 Mar 8pm Dir: Matthew Heineman 2018, 110 mins, UK/US War correspondent Marie Colvin (Rosamund Pike) is driven to the frontlines of conflicts across the globe to give voice to the voiceless. Her personal life starts to unravel as the trauma she’s witnessed takes its toll. Marie’s mission to show the true cost of war leads her to embark on the most dangerous assignment of her life.
WHY? Drama based on the extraordinary true story of Marie Colvin
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Women: A Success Story Thur 7 and Sat 9 Mar 2pm Dir: Ceri Dingle 2018 104 mins, UK A new film documenting the great advances of the past 100 years. Confronting contemporary myths and prejudices, forty women across the generations give us a fresh perspective. They share their life stories, what they overcame and what’s changed.
WHY? Screening to celebrate International Women’s Day 2019
Green Book
Sun 10 Mar 2pm, Tues 12 Mar 8pm Thur 14 Mar 2pm, Sun 17 Mar 7.30pm Dir: Peter Farrelly 2018, 130 mins, US Tony Lip is hired to drive Dr Don Shirley, a world-class Black pianist, on a concert tour from Manhattan to the Deep South. Confronted with racism, danger - as well as unexpected humanity and humour - they are forced to set aside differences to survive and thrive on the journey of a lifetime.
WHY? Nominated for four BAFTAs and five Academy Awards
Can You Ever Forgive Me? Sun 10 Mar 7.30pm Wed 13 Mar 11am (P&B) and 2pm Thur 14 Mar 8pm Dir: Marielle Heller 2018 106 mins, US Lee Israel is a best-selling celebrity biographer (and cat lover) who made her living in the 1970s and 80s profiling the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead and Estée Lauder. When Lee finds herself unable to get published, she turns her art form to deception. Nominated for three BAFTAs and three Academy Awards.
WHY? ‘Everything - performance, script, direction, cinematography works in perfect concert’ Little White Lies
All is True Wed 20 Mar 2pm, Thur 21 Mar 8pm Mon 25 Mar 11.30am Dir: Kenneth Branagh 2018 101 mins, UK The year is 1613, Shakespeare is viewed as the greatest writer of the age. Disaster strikes when his Globe Theatre burns to the ground. Devastated, Shakespeare returns to Stratford, where he must face a troubled past and a neglected family.
WHY? Kenneth Branagh stars and directs, alongside Judi Dench and Ian McKellen
If Beale Street Could Talk Wed 20 Mar 8pm, Thur 21 Mar 2pm Dir: Barry Jenkins 2018 119 mins, US 1970s Harlem. Wife-to-be Tish vividly recalls the passion, respect and trust that have connected her and her fiancé Alonzo, nicknamed Fonny. Friends since childhood, the couple dream of a future together. But their plans are derailed when Fonny is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit.
WHY? Adapted from James Baldwin’s novel by Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins (Moonlight)
Instant Family Sat 23 Mar 8pm, Tues 26 Mar 2pm Wed 27 Mar 11am (P&B) and 8pm Dir: Sean Anders 2018 118 mins, US When Pete and Ellie choose to start a family, they stumble headfirst into the world of foster care adoption. After they learn their perfect foster child has two other siblings, they find themselves speeding from zero to three kids overnight.
Capernaum
WHY? Based on a true story, this heart-warming comedy stars Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrne and Octavia Spencer Sun 24 Mar 8pm Tues 26 Mar 8pm Dir: Nadine Labaki 2019 126 mins, Lb/US
(Arabic with English subtitles) Zain is a gutsy streetwise child. After fleeing his negligent parents, he uses his wits to survive the dangers of the city streets. His journey leads him to a courtroom, trying to assert his rights by suing his parent for the ‘crime’ of giving him life.
WHY? Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival
On the Basis of Sex Fri 29 Mar 2pm, Sun 31 Mar 7.30pm Thur 4 Apr 2pm Fri 5 Apr 11am (P&B) Dir: Mimi Leder 2018 120 mins, US Inspired by the true story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Attorney and new mother Ruth takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her husband, fellow attorney Martin Ginsburg. She knows it could change the direction of her career and the way the courts view gender discrimination.
WHY? Starring Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux and Kathy Bates
Foxtrot
Sun 31 Mar 2pm, Wed 3 Apr 8pm Dir: Samuel Maoz 2017, 108 mins, Il/Ce/ De/Fr (Hebrew with English subtitles)
A desolate military checkpoint is manned by four young soldiers. At home, the parents of one of the boys are devastated by the news of his supposed sudden death. An intelligent dark comedy exploring the absurdities of war and the impact it has on the people involved.
WHY? ‘A compelling family tragedy arranged with visionary boldness’ ★★★★ The Guardian CERT
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The Aftermath Mon 1 Apr 11.30am Sat 6 and Tues 9 Apr 8pm Dir: James Kent 2019 108 mins, UK/US/De 1946. Rachael arrives in the ruins of Hamburg. Her husband Lewis is a British colonel, charged with rebuilding the city. But Lewis has made an unexpected decision - they will share their new home with its previous owners. In this charged atmosphere, enmity and grief give way to passion and betrayal.
WHY? Starring Keira Knightley, Alexander Skarsgård and Jason Clarke
Fighting with My Family Sat 6 Apr 2pm, Wed 10 Apr 8pm Dir: Stephen Merchant 2019 108 mins, UK/US Paige and her brother Zak are born into a tight-knit wrestling family. They are ecstatic when they get the once in a lifetime opportunity to try out for the WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in the training program, she must face this new cutthroat world alone.
WHY? ‘A good-natured comedy from director Stephen Merchant’ Variety
ROH Live: La Forza del Destino Sun 7 Apr 6pm 255 mins, £15 Encore screening from The Royal Opera House, directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Antonio Pappano. A story of bitter revenge pursued across miles and years. Leonora falls in love with Don Alvaro, but when her father forbids their marriage, a fatal accident triggers a drama of obsession, vengeance and tragedy.
WHY? Jonas Kaufmann and Anna Netrebko star in Verdi’s epic opera
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Tues 9 Apr 4.30pm Wed 10 Apr 4.30pm Dir: Dean DeBlois 2019 104 mins, US Hiccup, chief and ruler of Berk, has created a gloriously chaotic dragon utopia. When the village is under threat, Hiccup and Toothless must leave the only home they’ve known and journey to a hidden world thought only to exist in myth.
WHY? A surprising tale about growing up and finding the courage to face the unknown
The Kid Who Would Be King Thur 11 Apr 4.30pm Tues 16 Apr 2pm Thur 18 Apr 11.30am Dir: Joe Cornish 2019 120 mins, UK/US Alex thinks he’s just another nobody, until he stumbles upon the mythical Sword in the Stone, Excalibur. Now, he must unite his friends and enemies into a band of knights. Together with the legendary wizard Merlin, they must take on the wicked enchantress Morgana.
WHY? Old school magic meets the modern world in this epic adventure
NT Live: All About Eve Thur 11 Apr 7pm Sun 28 Apr 4.30pm 130 mins, £15 Broadcast live from the West End (Thursday). Margo Channing is a true star of the theatre. The spotlight is hers, always has been. But now there’s Eve. Her biggest fan. Young, beautiful Eve. The golden girl, the girl next door. But you know all about Eve… don’t you…?
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Captain Marvel
WHY? Adapted and directed by Ivo van Hove and starring Gillian Anderson and Lily James Sat 13 Apr 2pm Tues 16 and Wed 17 Apr 4.30pm Dir: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck 2019 128 mins, US Carol has left her earthly life behind to join an elite military team called Starforce, led by an enigmatic commander. But before long, Carol finds herself back on Earth with new questions about her past. And she’s got a new formidable enemy.
WHY? The latest film from the Marvel universe, starring Brie Larson and Jude Law
Everybody Knows
Sun 14 Apr 2pm, Tues 16 Apr 8pm Dir: Asghar Farhadi 2018 132 mins, Es/Fr/It (Spanish with English subtitles)
Laura and her children travel from Buenos Aires to the Spanish village where she was born, to attend her sister’s wedding. But unexpected events lead this gathering toward a crisis that exposes the family’s hidden past.
WHY? ‘Cruz and Bardem pull no punches in heavyweight kidnap drama’ ★★★ The Guardian
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Tues 16 Apr 11.30am Wed 17 Apr 2pm Dir: Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey 2018 117 mins, US A fresh vision of a different Spider-Man Universe that’s the first of its kind. The story introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse where more than one can wear the mask.
WHY? Nominated for Best Animated Feature at this year’s BAFTA and Academy Awards
RSC Live: As You Like It Wed 17 Apr 7pm Run time tbc, £15 Live screening from Stratford-upon-Avon. Rosalind is banished, wrestling with her heart and her head. With her cousin by her side, she journeys to a world of exile where barriers are broken down and all can discover their deeper selves.
WHY? Kimberley Sykes directs a riotous production of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy
The LEGO Movie 2 Fri 19 Apr 4.30pm Sat 20 Apr 11.30am Dir: Mike Mitchell 2019 106 mins, Dk/Ca/No/Au/US The heroes of Bricksburg reunite in an all new action-packed adventure. It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are now facing a huge new threat - LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space - wrecking everything faster than it can be rebuilt.
WHY? Starring the voices of Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Alison Brie
A Star is Born
Fri 19 Apr 8pm Dir: Bradley Cooper, 2018, 136 mins, US Seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper), discovers and falls in love with struggling artist Ally (Lady Gaga). She has given up on her dream to become a successful singer, but Jack immediately recognises her natural talent. Featuring original music with vocals recorded live during filming.
WHY? Nominated for seven BAFTAs and seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture
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At Eternity’s Gate Sat 20 Apr 2pm Wed 24 Apr 11am (P&B) and 2pm Sat 27 Apr 2pm, Sun 28 Apr 7.30pm Dir: Julian Schnabel 2018 111 mins, Ch/UK/Fr/US/Ie Drama exploring the famed but tormented artist Vincent van Gogh, covering his time in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise. Complex and troubled soul Vincent seeks a new visual language, while also struggling to make sense of himself and his connection to those around him.
WHY? Featuring an Oscar nominated performance from Willem Dafoe as the troubled artist
Bohemian Rhapsody - Sing Along
Sat 20 Apr 8pm, Sun 21 Apr 2pm Dir: Bryan Singer 2018, 134 mins, UK/US Drama tracing the meteoric rise of Queen. Reaching unparalleled success, Freddie shuns the band in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered without the collaboration of Queen, he manages to reunite with his bandmates just in time for Live Aid. Nominated for seven BAFTAs and five Academy Awards.
WHY? Sing along to this foot-stomping celebration of Queen and their music
The Favourite Sun 21 Apr 7.30pm Dir: Yorgos Lanthimos 2018 119 mins, UK/Ir/US England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne. Her close friend Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead. When an ambitious new servant Abigail (Emma Stone) arrives, Sarah takes her under her wing.
WHY? Nominated for an impressive 12 BAFTAs and 10 Academy Awards
The Kindergarten Teacher Tues 23 Apr 8pm, Thur 25 Apr 2pm Dir: Sara Colangelo 2019 96 mins, US Lisa Spinelli (Maggie Gyllenhaal) is a kindergarten teacher and poet who is fed up with her career, her oblivious husband and teenage kids. When she discovers that a child in her class may be a poetic prodigy, Lisa becomes fascinated. She soon finds herself risking her career and family to nurture his talent.
WHY? ‘Brilliantly observed ethical pretzel about a poetically gifted kid’ ★★★★ The Guardian
Cold War Wed 24 Apr 8pm Dir: Pawel Pawlikowski 2018 88 mins, Pl/Fr/UK
(French and Polish with English subtitles) In the ruins of post-war Poland, Wiktor and Zula fall deeply and destructively in love. They are musicians, forced to play into the Soviet propaganda machine. As they spot their chance to make a break for Paris, both make a split decision that will mark their lives forever. Winner of Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival.
WHY? Nominated for four BAFTAs and three Academy Awards
Fisherman’s Friends Sat 27 Apr 8pm, Sun 28 Apr 2pm Dir: Chris Foggin 2019 112 mins, UK A cynical London music executive heads to a remote Cornish village. He’s pranked by his boss into trying to sign a group of shanty singing fishermen. But the unlikely boy band and their families value friendship and community over fame and fortune.
WHY? Starring Daniel Mays, James Purefoy, Tuppence Middleton, Noel Clarke and David Hayman
ROH Live: Faust Tues 30 Apr 6.45pm Wed 1 May 2pm 225 mins, £15
Live screening from the Royal Opera House of Gounod’s enthralling opera. Faust trades his soul with the Devil for youth and power. Virtuoso leading roles, a large chorus, sensational sets, ballet and an ecstatic finale make this the epitome of theatrical spectacle.
WHY? Experience the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar’s spectacular production
Movie Monday Screenings Tickets £7 and include a free cup of tea or filter coffee. Excludes School Holiday Family Screenings and Event Cinema screenings.
Mon 4 Mar
11.30am
Vice
Mon 11 Mar
11.30am
A Private War
Mon 25 Mar
11.30am
All is True
Mon 1 Apr
11.30am
Foxtrot
Parent and Baby Screenings (P&B) Wed 13 Mar
11am
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Wed 27 Mar
11am
Instant Family
Fri 5 Apr
11am
On the Basis of Sex
Wed 24 Apr
11am
At Eternity's Gate
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Exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including cup of tea); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.
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Ticket Prices (unless otherwise stated) £10.50 (£9.50 conc) Special Ticket Offer £9 (£8 conc) tickets when you book for three films at the same
time. Offer excludes Event Cinema screenings, Monday Movies and School Holiday Screenings.
School Holiday Family Screenings Films with this logo are part of our school holiday programme for children and families. These screenings are £8 (£6 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £24.
Movie Mondays Offer Monday film screening tickets £7 and include a free cup of tea or
filter coffee. Excludes School Holiday Family Screenings and Event Cinema screenings.
Box Office Opening Hours Monday
Open 15 mins before screening
Tuesday
11am - 2pm and 2.30pm - 8pm
Wednesday - Saturday
10am - 2pm and 2.30pm - 8pm
Sunday
2.30pm - 8pm
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF By phone / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org Film admission includes a charitable donation, which contributes to the upkeep of Norden Farm.
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