Exhibition on Screen: Hopper- An American Love Story (12A)

Hopper’s work is the most recognisable art in America – popular, praised, and mysterious. Countless painters, photographers, filmmakers and musicians have been influenced by his art – but who was he, and how did a struggling illustrator create such a bounty of notable work?

This new film takes a deep look into Hopper’s art, his life, and his relationships. From his early career as an illustrator; his wife giving up her own promising art career to be his manager; his critical and commercial acclaim; and in his own words – this film explores the enigmatic personality behind the brush…

Combined with expert interviews, diaries, and a startling visual reflection of American life, Hopper brings to life America’s arguably most influential artist.

Hopper is a rare artist whose work is accessible to both the casual and critical observer. Rothko, Banksy, Alfred Hitchcock, David Lynch, and even The Simpsons have all been inspired by the unique way Hopper captured American life.

“The customary mix of loving close-ups of the paintings, knowledgeable talking heads, and voiceover readings of original letters and diary entries.” Guardian ★★★★

Directed by Phil Grabsky
Running time: 94 minutes

Seventh Art Productions and M&C Media for Exhibition on Screen.

Simon Mayor & Hilary James

A show full of Simon’s inimitable brand of off-the-wall humour as well as mandolin, guitar and fiddling wizardry combined with Hilary’s honey-dripping vocals.

Expect traditional ballads, blues and some notorious comic songs…

‘A witty and captivating mix of folk, blues, swing and classical showstoppers, spiced with a unique brand of off-beat humour.’
The Guardian

‘Just fantastic to go and see live’
BBC Radio 3

Presented by Live & Local

Nottingham Organ Society: Chris Powell

One of the UK’s premier ‘entertainment organists’ as well as a truly international ambassador in the field of electronic and theatre organ music, Chris Powell returns to the Bonington for the Organ Society’s November concert.

Presented by the Nottingham Organ Society

The Banshees of Inisherin (15)

Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.

“Both leads are terrific in Martin McDonagh’s slippery, complex new comedy drama set in 1923, during the last throes of the Irish Civil War”  Telegraph ★★★★★

“Visually stunning and consistently witty while being unafraid to ask serious questions about life as it is, and should be, lived. It is proper art” Times ★★★★★

“Flawless tragicomedy of male friendship gone sour” Observer ★★★★★

Directed by Martin McDonagh
With Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, Kerry Condon
1hr 54 mins // UK/IRE 2022

Amsterdam (15)

Amsterdam, the latest film from acclaimed writer/director David O. Russell, is a fascinating and richly intricate tale that brilliantly weaves historical fact with fiction for a timely, cinematic experience.

Guardian ★★★ Independent ★★★

Directed by David O. Russell
With Margot Robbie, Christian Bale, John David Washington
2hrs 14 mins // US 2022

Moonage Daydream (15)

From Oscar-nominated filmmaker Brett Morgen, director of Cobain: Montage of Heck, and featuring never-before-seen concert footage, Moonage Daydream is an immersive cinematic experience; an audio-visual space odyssey that not only illuminates the enigmatic legacy of David Bowie but also serves as a guide to living a fulfilling and meaningful life in the 21st Century.

Moonage Daydream is not a documentary. It is a genre-defying cinematic experience based on one of the most iconic and global rock stars of all time, destined to be one of the defining cultural moments of the year.

“A glorious, shapeshifting eulogy to David Bowie” Guardian ★★★★★

Observer ★★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★★ Express ★★★★★

*The film has the full support of Bowie’s estate and features many of his greatest tracks, as well as previously unseen concert footage.

Directed by Brett Morgen
2hrs 15 mins

Blind Eye: Calendar Girls

The NANDA award-winning Blind Eye Productions present Calendar Girls, based on the Miramax motion-picture written by Juliette Towhidi and Tim Firth. The hilarious play is based on the true story of eleven W.I. members who famously posed nude for a calendar to raise money for Leukaemia Research!

Performed by Blind Eye Productions

The Lost King (12)

In 2012, having been lost for over 500 years, the remains of King Richard III were discovered beneath a carpark in Leicester. The search had been orchestrated by an amateur historian, Philippa Langley, whose unrelenting research had been met with incomprehension by her friends and family and with scepticism by experts and academics.

The Lost King is the life-affirming true story of a woman who refused to be ignored and who took on the country’s most eminent historians, forcing them to think again about one of the most controversial kings in England’s history.

Telegraph ★★★ Express ★★★

Directed by Stephen Frears
With Sally Hawkins, Steve Coogan
1hr 48 mins // UK 2022

Flying High: Beauty & The Beast

A heart-warming story adapted from the traditional tale of Beauty & the Beast, with original songs and one or two new characters added in!

This lively, colourful show will delight families of all ages and is performed by Flying High’s talented young company!

Performed by Flying High
Recommended for ages 3+
Family Ticket – £24 (3 tickets. Must include 1 x Child Ticket & 1 x Standard Ticket)

*Please note, Thursday 22 December @ 12pm is a Pay What You Can dress rehearsal. Donations will be taken on the day!

Ticket to Paradise (12A)

Academy Award® winners George Clooney and Julia Roberts reunite on the big screen as exes who find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter from making the same mistake they once made. Ticket to Paradise is a romantic comedy about the sweet surprise of second chances.

“Clooney and Roberts revive the rom-com” Times ★★★★

Directed by Ol Parker
With George Clooney, Julia Roberts
1hr 44 mins // US 2022