The BoningtonThe Bonington
Otto (Tom Hanks) is a grumpy isolated widower with staunch principles, strict routines and a short fuse, who gives everyone in his neighbourhood a hard time as he watches over it like a hawk. Just as it seems like he’s finally given up on life, an unlikely and reluctant friendship develops with his new neighbours. Little by little, Otto undergoes a subtle transformation…but is he really capable of change?
Directed by Marc Forster
With Tom Hanks
2hrs 6 mins // US 2022
As part of the celebration of International Women’s Day Love? shows us a glimpse into the world of survivors of this hidden form of abuse by using the voices of many millions of women to portray the voice of “Woman”. The film articulates the silent voices of Domestic Abuse, describing not just the dark world they inhabit, but the shafts of light that bring a sense of hope.
A powerful film like no other, this WILL save lives.
Produced, written and starring Samantha Beckinsale, directed by Jason Figgis of Figgis West Productions, and co – produced with October Eleven Pictures and Simon W. Golding.
Presented by WeRHere and Gedling Borough Council for International Women’s Day 2023.
1 hr 21 mins // UK 2022
Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, Avatar The Way of Water begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive and the tragedies they endure.
“Eccentric, soulful, joyous, dark and very, very blue.” Empire ★★★★★
Nominated for 4 Academy Awards including Best Picture
Directed by James Cameron
With Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana
3hr 12 mins // US 2022
From acclaimed director Darren Aronofsky comes The Whale, the story of a reclusive English teacher who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter.
“Brendan Fraser seals his comeback in a sensational film of rare compassion” Telegraph ★★★★★
“A film with a very big heart” Independent ★★★★
Winner of 2 Academy Awards including Best Actor (Fraser)
Directed by Darren Aronofsky
With Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Ty Simpkins
1hr 57 mins // US 2022
England, 1988 – Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government are about to pass a law stigmatising gays and lesbians, forcing Jean, a PE teacher, to live a double life. As pressure mounts from all sides, the arrival of a new girl at school catalyses a crisis that will challenge Jean to her core.
“A masterpiece” Telegraph ★★★★★
Directed by Georgia Oakley
With Rosie McEwan
1hr 37 mins // UK 2022
Based on the best-selling book and nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture, Women Talking is the powerful story of the women of an isolated religious community and their attempt to reconcile a brutal reality with their faith.
“At once timely and timeless.” Observer ★★★★★
We’ve teamed up with Arnold’s newest bookshop Bük, to offer 10 free copies of the book ‘Women Talking’ by Miriam Toews.
Book tickets for this screening for your chance to win a copy!
Or keep hold of your ticket/digital ticket and you can get 10% off the book when you buy from Bük.
Terms and conditions of prize draw
Every person booking seats for the 7.15pm on Monday 27 February 2023 screening of Women Talking at The Bonington Theatre will be entered into the prize draw.
Entries close at 7.15pm 23 February 2023.
Winners will be drawn at random, and books will be handed out on the night, shortly before the film.
The prize is one of 10 copies of the book ‘Women Talking’ by Miriam Toews.
Also screening, Fri 24 Feb – Thu 9 March
Based on the best-selling book and nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture, Women Talking is the powerful story of the women of an isolated religious community and their attempt to reconcile a brutal reality with their faith.
Stay and fight, or leave. They will not do nothing.
“At once timely and timeless.” Observer ★★★★★
“This meditation on abuse and survival deserves the Best Picture Oscar” Independent ★★★★★
“A remarkable ensemble of performers unite for this timely chamber-piece” Empire ★★★★
“A gripping film” Telegraph ★★★★
Nominated for 2 Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Adapted Original Screenplay
*Also screening, Monday 27 February at 7.30pm in partnership with BÜK. Win a copy of Miriam Toews’ ‘Women Talking’ or keep hold of your ticket/digital ticket and you can get 10% off the book when you buy from Bük
Directed by Sarah Polley
With Jessie Buckley, Rooney Mara
1hr 44 mins | US 2022
Rural Ireland, 1981. Nine-year-old Cait is sent away from her overcrowded, dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the Summer. In their care, she blossoms, until she discovers one painful truth…
“Deeply moving” Guardian ★★★★★ “Exquisite Irish drama” Observer ★★★★★
Little White Lies ★★★★★ Empire ★★★★
No.2- Guardian’s Best Films of 2022
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best International Feature
In Scottish Gaelic with Subtitles
Directed by Colm Bairead
With Catherine Clunch
1hr 34 mins // IRE 2022
Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Laura Poitras, All the Beauty and the Bloodshed is an epic, emotional and interconnected story about internationally renowned artist and activist Nan Goldin told through her slideshows, intimate interviews, ground-breaking photography, and rare footage of her personal fight to hold the Sackler family accountable for the overdose crisis.
“An epic portrait of an American artist” The Indiependent ★★★★★
“Essential viewing” Little White Lies ★★★★★
Empire ★★★★★ Metro ★★★★★ Guardian ★★★★
Nominated for the Academy Awards for Best Documentary
Directed by Laura Poitras
With Nan Goldin
2hrs // US 2022
All Quiet on the Western Front tells the gripping story of a young German soldier on the Western Front of World War I. Paul and his comrades experience first-hand how the initial euphoria of war turns into desperation and fear as they fight for their lives, and each other, in the trenches. The film from director Edward Berger is based on the world renowned bestseller of the same name by Erich Maria Remarque.
“Extraordinarily potent German first world war drama” Guardian ★★★★★
Times ★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★ Empire ★★★★
Nominated for 9 Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best International Feature
In German with English subtitles
Directed by Edward Berger
With Felix Kammerer, Albrecht Schuch, Moritz Klaus, Aaron Hilmer
2hrs 20 mins // GER 2022