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Alien: Romulus (15)

Alien: Romulus

The sci-fi/horror-thriller takes the phenomenally successful “Alien” franchise back to its roots, decades after the disastrous events on board the Nostromo.


While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonisers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.


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Sunday 8 Sep 202416:15

Cyborg: A Documentary (12A)

Cyborg: A Documentary

Colour-blind artist Neil Harbisson is the world’s first formally-recognised cyborg. He has an antenna implanted in his head that allows him to ‘hear’ colour. Now Neil is on a mission to convince the world to follow him and adopt his credo: Design Yourself.


Neil’s childhood friend Moon Ribas has collaborated with him on his journey. A dancer and choreographer, she has had implants in her arm and foot which allow her to perceive earthquakes from all over the planet as vibrations in her body.


In Carey Born’s engaging documentary Neil and Moon confront their detractors head-on, communicating their controversial ideas about the technological future of humankind.


Our 16-25 members can claim a £3 ticket for Cyborg by simply booking using their membership.

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Tuesday 24 Sep 202419:00
Wednesday 25 Sep 202413:45

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic (12A)

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic

Matthew Bourne’s magical dance production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the hearts of audiences worldwide since its premiere in 2005. Based on the classic Tim Burton movie and featuring the hauntingly beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, Bourne and his New Adventures Company return to this witty, bittersweet story of an incomplete boy left alone in a strange new world.


Filmed live in March 2024 at the Wales Millenium Centre, Cardiff, this ‘visually arresting and ceaselessly inventive’ (★★★★★ Metro) production is ‘the perfect treat for all the family’ (★★★★★ The Times).


In a castle high on a hill lives Edward; a boy created by an eccentric inventor. When his creator dies he is left alone and unfinished with only scissors for hands until a kindly townswoman invites him to live with her suburban family. Can Edward find his place in the well-meaning community which struggles to see past his curious appearance to the innocence and gentleness within?


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Wednesday 25 Sep 202419:00
Sunday 29 Sep 202417:00

Escapes: The Queen of My Dreams (12A)

Escapes: The Queen of My Dreams

This is a free screening presented by Escapes. Tickets may be reserved through Cinematik.


Escapes, supported by the BFI, awarding National Lottery funding, offers everyone the opportunity to enjoy the big screen experience and discover independent cinema.



Azra is worlds apart from her conservative muslim mother. When her father suddenly dies on a trip home to Karachi, Azra finds herself on a Bollywood-inspired journey through memories, both real and imagined; from her mother’s youth in Karachi to her own coming-of-age in Canada.

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Monday 9 Sep 202417:30 (Closed)

FFC: The Third Man (PG)

FFC: The Third Man

On the first week of every month, we screen a brilliant film and then host a post-film discussion in our café bar.


Out of work pulp novelist Holly Martins travels to shadowy, postwar Vienna, with the promise of a job from his old school friend, Harry Lime. Once he arrives however he finds himself investigating Harry’s mysterious death.


Adapted from the novel by Graham Greene, Carol Reed’s noir classic starring Joseph Cotton and Orson Welles is often considered to be the “Best British film of all time.”


Don’t miss the chance to see one of our most enduring and influential films back on the big screen marking the film's 75th anniversary.


Our 16-25 members can claim a £3 ticket for The Third Man by simply booking using their membership.


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Tuesday 1 Oct 202419:00

Firebrand (15)

Firebrand

Henry VIII had six wives. One survived.


Katherine Parr, the sixth wife of King Henry VIII, is named regent while the tyrant battles abroad. When the king returns, increasingly ill and paranoid, Katherine finds herself fighting for her own survival.


“Incendiary... Jude Law is scarily good...a vividly constructed drama, expertly played.”

- The Times


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Friday 20 Sep 202419:30
Saturday 21 Sep 202416:00
Sunday 22 Sep 202416:00
Monday 23 Sep 202419:30
Wednesday 25 Sep 202416:00
Thursday 26 Sep 202417:00

Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book’s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life-and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible.

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Saturday 14 Sep 202413:30
Sunday 15 Sep 202414:00

Kensuke's Kingdom (PG)

Kensuke's Kingdom

Based on the much-loved, best-selling children’s novel by Michael Morpurgo and adapted for screen by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, KENSUKE’S KINGDOM tells of the epic adventure of Michael, a young boy, shipwrecked on a remote island, who must adapt to life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, learning that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty.


This gripping hand-drawn animated tale with its message of working together to protect nature, has never felt more relevant. See the gorgeous trailer here.


We are collaborating with the library for a week of family activities linked to the magical world of Kensuke’s Kingdom with prizes to be won. Pop into the library (Queens Hall) to learn more and pick up an activity sheet before your visit with us.


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Sunday 8 Sep 202414:00

Lee (15)

Lee

Formerly a Vogue cover model, Lee Miller (Kate Winslet) became one of the most prominent war correspondents of WW2: renowned for her intrepid courage and determination to deliver work that was memorable and brilliant.


From cinematographer-turned-director Ellen Kuras (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), LEE tells the spectacular true story of an American pioneer who was way ahead of her time, and whose singular talent and ferocious tenacity gave us some of the 20th century’s most indelible images.


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Friday 27 Sep 202416:30
Saturday 28 Sep 202416:00
Sunday 29 Sep 202419:15
Monday 30 Sep 202416:30
Wednesday 2 Oct 202416:30
Thursday 3 Oct 202419:45

Miss Saigon (25th Anniversary) (15)

Miss Saigon (25th Anniversary)

This spectacular, sell-out 25th Anniversary Gala Performance of the global stage sensation also features appearances by the original cast including Jonathan Pryce and Lea Salonga. This acclaimed production was described as “the most thrilling, soaring and emotionally stirring musical with magnificent performances” by the Daily Telegraph and “the greatest musical of all time” by the Daily Mail.


The epic love story tells the tragic tale of young bar girl Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with American GI Chris - but their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon.


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Sunday 22 Sep 202419:00

NT Live: Prima Facie (Encore) (15)

NT Live: Prima Facie (Encore)

Jodie Comer’s (Killing Eve) Oliver and Tony Award-winning performance in Suzie Miller’s gripping one-woman play returns to cinemas.


Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.


Prima Facie takes us to the heart of where emotion and experience collide with the rules of the game.


Justin Martin directs this solo tour de force, captured live in 2022 during a sold out run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End.


Please note, this production includes sensitive subject matter including reference to sex, violence and rape. There is more information about this on the Prima Facie website with links to further information and support: https://primafacieplay.com/trigger-warning/


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Thursday 12 Sep 202419:30
Sunday 6 Oct 202419:00

New Wave Forum Filmmakers Party (12A)

New Wave Forum Filmmakers Party

As part of Heritage Open Days - England's largest festival of history and culture, we are putting a spotlight on our local art scene and celebrating the artists that make it great. 


We have pulled together an exciting programme of short films, made by young filmmakers exploring the meaning of heritage. This includes scenes of the Allendale Tar Bar’l’s and even your favourite local cinema.


Join us for this very special filmmakers' party from 4pm with free fizz, cake and party bags. We will follow the short films with an art market in our cafe/bar, giving you the chance to meet some of the filmmakers and other artists working in the area.


This event is entirely free but please note you still need to book a ticket to attend.


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Saturday 14 Sep 202416:30

Only the River Flows (15)

Only the River Flows

1990s, Banpo Town, rural China. Dedicated police detective Ma Zhe is assigned the case of a series of horrific murders. As the investigation progresses, pressure from his superiors to find the suspected serial killer mounts, leading to a hasty arrest. But while his colleagues rush to celebrate, several clues push Ma Zhe deeper into a desperate investigation of his own – leading him into a dark world where mystery hangs over his every lead.


“Intriguing and ingenious thriller”

- The Guardian


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Tuesday 10 Sep 202415:45
Wednesday 11 Sep 202419:00

Paul McCartney and Wings - One Hand Clapping (12A)

Paul McCartney and Wings - One Hand Clapping

Directed by David Litchfield, this film captured a moment when Paul McCartney and Wings had found and defined their signature sound.


Filmed over four days at Abbey Road studios in August 1974, the film provides an insight into the inner workings of the band as they work and play together in the studio. Including performances of tracks from Wings masterpiece Band on the Run (released in 1973), intimate footage of the band hanging out in the studio, combined with audio interview snippets, the film also includes previously unreleased full footage of a solo acoustic performance by Paul called The Backyard Sessions.


In addition to the film, this screening event includes an introduction by Paul McCartney recorded exclusively for movie theatre audiences as well as unseen Polaroids of the band.


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Thursday 26 Sep 202420:00
Saturday 28 Sep 202419:00

RB&O: The Marriage of Figaro (PG)

RB&O: The Marriage of Figaro

It’s Figaro’s wedding, and you’re invited to join the Almaviva household for an uproarious day of revelation and scandal. Mozart’s comic opera is packed with plot twists, forbidden desires and unforgettable melodies, combining laugh-out-loud comedy with moments of breathtaking beauty.


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Tuesday 10 Sep 202418:30

Shaun of the Dead: 20th anniversary (15)

Shaun of the Dead: 20th anniversary

Take Car. Go to mum’s. Kill Phil. Grab Liz. Go to the Forum Cinema and have a nice cold pint, and wait for all of this to blow over.


Shaun of the Dead first graced cinema screens in 2004, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and solidifying its place in the annals of horror-comedy history. Back in cinemas to celebrate the 20th anniversary get ready for a gut-busting, bone-mashing good time.


Our 16-25 members can claim a £3 ticket for Shaun of the Dead by simply booking using their membership.

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Saturday 5 Oct 202419:30

Sing Sing (15)

Sing Sing

Divine G, imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men in this story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art. Based on a true story with much of the cast made up of formerly incarcerated men who thrived in the prison theatre programme it depicts.



“Colman Domingo is simply stupendous.”

- abc news



"Brimming with compassion and punctuated by humour."

- Empire



Friends of the Forum members can claim a £5 ticket to any performance of Sing Sing by simply booking with their membership.

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Friday 13 Sep 202416:45
Monday 16 Sep 202419:00
Tuesday 17 Sep 202416:45
Thursday 19 Sep 202420:00

The Critic (15)

The Critic

Ian McKellen leads this whodunnit thriller set in 1930’s London. A story of ambition, blackmail and desire with a dazzling anti-hero at its dark heart.


Powerful London theatre critic (McKellen) fears his days at the top are coming to an end, his determination to survive entangles a struggling actress (Gemma Arterton) and newspaper editor (Mark Strong) into a web of deceit and murder.


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Friday 13 Sep 202419:30
Saturday 14 Sep 202419:30
Sunday 15 Sep 202416:30
Monday 16 Sep 202416:30
Tuesday 17 Sep 202414:1519:30
Wednesday 18 Sep 202414:0019:00
Thursday 19 Sep 202417:30 (Subtitled)

The Italian Job: 55th Anniversary (PG)

The Italian Job: 55th Anniversary

Charlie’s got a job to do. Having just left prison he finds one of his friends has attempted a high-risk job in Torino, Italy, right under the nose of the mafia. Charlie’s friend doesn’t get very far, so Charlie takes over the job. Using three Mini Coopers, a couple of Jaguars, and a bus, he hopes to bring Torino to a standstill, steal a fortune in gold and escape in the chaos.


Michael Caine and Noel Coward star in the furiously fast-paced action-comedy, featuring the most incredible car chase sequences and a true cliffhanger of a finale. See the Italian Job back on the big screen as it celebrates its 55 year reign as the essential British crime caper, now in 4K.


Our 16-25 members can claim a £3 ticket for any screening of The Italian Job by simply booking using their membership.

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Wednesday 11 Sep 202414:00

The Mountain Within Me (12A)

The Mountain Within Me

After suffering a catastrophic and almost fatal spinal cord injury, professional rugby player Ed Jackson's world changed forever.


The Mountain Within Me follows Ed's journey on his recovery as he achieves the mental and physical heights of Snowdonia, the Alps and Himalayas to the life-altering challenges closer to home.


From multi-award-winning director, Polly Steele and BAFTA and EMMY nominated producer, George Chignell, THE MOUNTAIN WITHIN ME is an inspiring, thought-provoking documentary about unexpected change, hope and finding renewed purpose in life.


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Sunday 15 Sep 202419:00
Wednesday 18 Sep 202416:30

Widow Clicquot (15)

Widow Clicquot

Set in France during the Napoleonic Wars, this lush period drama produced by Joe Wright (Atonement, Pride and Prejudice)  tells the true story of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, the “Grande Dame of Champagne.”


At just 27 after her spouse’s untimely death, Barbe-Nicole, now named Veuve (the French word for widow) is determined to protect her family’s legacy. She sets out to boldly challenge the men - as well as the state - set on stripping her of her vineyards. Defying her critics by ultimately revolutionising the champagne industry, Madame Clicquot established herself as one of the world’s first great businesswomen.



“Portrayed with remarkable depth and nuance, emerges not merely as a grieving widow, but as a woman of relentless resolve and extraordinary vision.”

- Forbes


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Sunday 8 Sep 202419:00
Monday 9 Sep 202420:00
Tuesday 10 Sep 202413:30
Wednesday 11 Sep 202416:30
Thursday 12 Sep 202417:00