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Fans of French cinema will not be disappointed by Gilles Bourdos’
new film Renoir, a WW1 period drama which recounts the story of the eponymous
artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir (Michel Bouquet), his film-maker son Jean (Vincent
Rottiers), and the woman that connects the two, Andree (Christa Theret).
The film, which was beautifully shot by
Taiwanese cinematographer Mark Lee Ping Bin, was premiered at the 2012 Cannes
film festival, and since then, it has gone on to achieve modest international
success. Besides the gorgeous setting,
Bouquet gives a stellar performance as the aging impressionist – arguably one
of his best performances in the 90 films he has made over a 66 year career.
Despite the achingly slow pace, the film is
touching and beautiful – and has catapulted Gilles Bourdos in the limelight,
and secured Bouquet as a true French legend. The film has already made millions
at the French and American box office, and with its UK release, it is due to
make far more.
*Renoir’s celebration of the flesh is beautiful
to behold* The Guardian
*The sun-dappled cinematography by Taiwanese
Mark Ping Bin Lee (Norwegian Wood) would have you drooling for a French holiday
had the weather not turned so hot here* Birmingham Mail
Watch the trailer here
Showing on the following dates: Monday 5th at 7.45pm, Tuesday 6th at 7.45pm, Wednesday 7th at 2pm, Wednesday 7th at 7.45pm, Thursday 8th at 10.45am [CineCubs Screening], Thursday 8th at 7.45pm
From the creators of Ice Age and Rio comes their new film EPIC, a beautiful fantasy adventure for all the family to enjoy. From Writer/ Director Chris Wedge, known by many for the voice of the lovable Scrat in the Ice Age films, along with his work on other kids favorites such as Rio and Robots. With an incredibly large cast assembled with a mix of ages and experience voicing the animated characters, with headline names such as Amanda Seyfried (Les Miserables, Mamma Mia), Collin Farrell (In Bruges), Josh Hutcherson (The Hunger Games), Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained) and Chris O'dowd (Bridesmaids) to name but a few. There is also surprise appearances from singers Beyonce and Pitbull. It's an all star cast for an all star family adventure. Epic begins with the work of biologist Bomba (Sudeikis) continuing his search to find what he believes to be the small people of the forest, all observed by his uncaring, bored daughter Mary Katherine (Seyfried) who despises her father for his obsession however, one day Mary Katherine is shrunken by Queen Tara (Beyonce) to the size of an insect and thrown into a hidden world that humans can't see. What Mary Katherine has entered into isn't a world she imagined she's thrown into a battlefield between good and evil. The good are led by old school leaf-man Ronin (Farrell) and his young recruit Nod (Hutcherson) who Mary Katherine joins on their quest to defend their woodland with beautiful birds and creatures from the enemy.
The enemy who go by the name of Boggans headed by the brutal Mandrake (Waltz) and his son Dagda (Anderson). What follows is a battle of life and death, with some lighthearted comedy on the way coming from slug and snail Mub (Ansari) and Grub (O'Dowd). Its a fantastic take on a standard good versus evil storyline and Wedge has got it spot on with the cast and crew alike, to form a wonderful film for everyone to enjoy.
*This has enough wit and charm to entertain both big and little people*
Anna Smith
*The latest animation from the creators of the Ice Age movies and Rio is a forest of fun*
Jenny McCartney
Have a look at the trailer below to see what you think;
Epic is showing at Gloucester Guildhall for one day only on Saturday 27th July at 3pm, be sure not to miss it!
After the success of JJ Abrams first Star Trek film in 2009, he's back again with the same Enterprise crew and a menacing new villian. When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an
unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization. Leaving
the world in a state of crisis and with a personal score to settle
Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man
weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic
game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be
torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has
left.
In it's opening weekend, Star Trek Into Darkness brought in $31.7 million, much more than the first film, and has now earned over $444 million world wide! As one of the summers biggest blockbusters, it's one that must not be missed, even if it's just to see Benedict Cumberbatch as the best cinematic villian of the year.
*Into Darkness is a sleek, thrilling epic that's also a triumphantly
witty popcorn morality play. It's everything you could want in a Star
Trek movie.*
Entertainment Weekly
*In some sense, the title is misleading. Into Darkness is a blast, fun, funny, spectacular and exhilarating.*
Empire Magazine
Star Trek Into Darkness is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Friday 19th July at 7.45pm, Saturday 20th July at 10.45am, 3pm (CineCubs showing) and 7.45pm and Monday 22nd at 2pm.
From renowned Belgian writer/director Joachim Lafosse comes his fifth feature film and based on the huge critical acclaim, quite possibly his best yet. Competing in the Un Certain Regard category at last year's Cannes Film Festival and winning the Best Actress award in the process, Our Children is a tense psychological drama inspired by the real-life incidents surrounding Geneivieve Lhermitte. On December 19, 2008 Lhermitte was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of her five children in February 2007, followed by an apparent failed suicide attempt. Although she was reported to have demonstrated serious mental issues, via regular psyhciatric appointments, she claimed that her motive to kill her own children was due to troubles at home. It's this aspect that the film ultimately attempts to portray... Murielle (Emilie
Dequenne) and Mounir (Tahar Rahim) love each other passionately. Ever since he
was a boy, the young man has been living with Doctor Pinget (Niels Arestrup)
who provides him with a comfortable life. When Mounir and Murielle decide to
marry and have children, the couple's dependence on the doctor becomes
excessive. Murielle finds herself caught up in an unhealthy emotional climate
that insidiously leads the family towards a tragic outcome. Marking Lafosse's second appearance amongst the bespoke nominees of the annual Magritte Awards (the Belgian equivalent of the Oscars), Our Children not only won Best Film and Best Director but was also selected as the official Belgian entry for the 85th Academy Awards. Even though it failed to make the final shortlist, there is no denying that this film, harrowing as the subject matter may be, is worthy of consideration (particularly yours) thanks to fantastic performances from the entire cast, especially from Emile Dequenne.
*Suffice to say that pathos is
intertwined with pathology in Lafosse's fifth feature, inspired by a true
story-but Murielle's decline isn't any less full of tough home truths.* Film Comment Magazine
Check out the trailer here:
Our Children (15) Monday 22nd at 7.45pm, Tuesday 23rd at 2pm, & 7.45pm, Wednesday 24th at 7.45pm
Love is All You Need is a 2012 romantic comedy by Danish director Susanne Bier and starring Pierce Brosnan and Trine Dyrholm.
A love story and two families come together on the picturesque Amalfi
Coast. The fates of Philip and Ida two bruised souls are about to
intertwine as they embark for a trip to Italy to attend the wedding of
Patrick and Astrid, Philip's son and Ida's daughter. This is a film
about the simple yet profound pains and joys of moving on - and forward -
with your life and will leave only the hardest heart untouched. This is a real adult romantic comedy, almost like Mamma Mia! but better! This film is subtitled, alternating between Danish, Italian and English, but the variety of languages doesn't stop the romance.
* Dyrholm has an unusual magnetism, the kind of face that seems open and
unguarded, yet you can't figure out just what it is she's thinking - she
and Brosnan share an excitingly adult chemistry.*
TIME Magazine
*Buffeted by languorous Italian vistas and the emotional depth of the
characters, the film falls more into the Nancy Meyers camp of rom com,
in which relatable late-in-life romances are played out against
sumptuous settings.*
Film Comment Magazine
Love Is All You Need is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Friday 12th July at 7.45pm, Saturday 13th July at 10.45am and 7.45pm and Monday 15th July at 2pm.
From the experienced Writer/Director partnership of Italian brothers Paolo and Vittorio Taviani comes their new film and adaptation of the great Shakespeare play Julius Caesar entitled Caesar Must Die. With over 20 Director and Writer collaborative films between the two brothers, their first being in 1954, Caesar Must Die looks set to be their best yet with already 10 wins at festivals around the world attached to their film. The cast of the film are all unknown and all of whom are making their acting debuts, but don't let this put you off as their rawness and natural approach to acting gives a welcome appearance from the many 'strict' formats of Hollywood. The cast more than give us a performance and judging by this they'll find it hard to put in a better performance. The crew of the film provides a totally different level of experience with both Editor and Producer compiling over 100 film credits to their name, the Taviani brothers have got the mix spot on. Set in Rome's Rebibbia prison in Italy, home of Italy's most dangerous criminals from murders to Mafia members. Caesar Must Die centers on the production of Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar performed by the inmates of the high secure wing in Rebibbia. The film is not only of a story of a Shakespeare play but a journey and message against the stereotypes of prison inmates.
Shot in a similar way to a documentary Caesar Must Die is a quirky take on the classic Shakespeare play and wonderful fresh take on an adaptation, as we live through every part of the process to the final performance. It's also a welcome return to form for the two Taviani brothers. Already winner of the prestigious Golden Bear Award for Best Film at the Berlin Film Festival, Caesar Must Die is destined for even bigger things.
*A hit in Berlin, the Taviani siblings' doc has plenty of wit and punch*
Patrick Peters
*Tavianis come not to use or mangle Shakespeare but to honor him*
Anthony Lane
Have a look at the trailer below for Caesar Must Die;
Caesar Must Die is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Monday 15th July at 7.45pm, Wednesday 17th July at 2pm and 7.45pm and Thursday 18th July at 7.45pm
We welcome back to the screens one of films most visual directors and writers Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge and Australia) for the first time in five years with his highly anticipated release F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic The Great Gatsby.
Know worldwide as a 'classic' novel, The great Gatsby has been subject to many a novel to film transition lastly in 1974 with Robert Redford playing the lead. Luhrmann has given the film a much needed update since then with a great cast, art direction and a stunning soundtrack to match. This really is a film of cinematic beauty.
The lead role of Gatsby is played by the highly sought after Leonardo DiCaprio (Inception and Shutter Island) who's many mannerisms can be recognised from his performance in Django Unchained. Joining DiCaprio is a great army of talent from around the world. The stunning and talented British actress Carey Mulligan is joined by Toby Maguire, Joel Edgerton and Isla Fisher to name a few. The rest of the large cast includes some stunning performances from some actors many won't have heard of but on these performances there's definitely more to come from them.
The classic story of The Great Gatsby takes place in 1922 New York, it's a very glitzy and glamorous affair with those who can afford that lifestyle. Someone who can is Jay Gatsby (DiCapro) a millionaire bootlegger who lives in an eccentric modern mansion in West Egg a township outside of Manhattan. Across the bay in East Egg are the grand houses owned by the rich of yesterday, the houses are grand but not on the scale of Gatsby's. Within the houses of East Egg is a character of brutality and drive Tom Buchanan (Edgerton) husband of Daisy (Mulligan), of whom was taken from the penniless Gatsby by Buchanan in the First World War.
As Gatsby seeks revenge for that day will his riches and the glitz and glamour that goes with it draw Daisy back into his arms?
To guide us through the film is the character of Nick Carraway, a Yale graduate, second cousin to Daisy who owns a cottage next to Gatsby. Carraways voice-over is given through an explanation of the events we see to his psychiatrist.
The Great Gatsby is a great watch with stunning visuals and sterling performances.
*Soundtracks will sell, DiCaprio will be on bedroom walls again and new readers may discover the book*
Jane Crowther
*Luhrmann demonstrates an ability with actors that he hasn’t shown in the past*
David Denby
Have a look at the trailer for The Great Gatsby below;
The Great Gatsby is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Monday 8th July at 7.45pm, Tuesday 9th July at 7.45pm, Wednesday 10th July at 2pm and 7.45pm and Thursday 11th July at 7.45pm.
The vastly experienced Australian Director Fred Schepisi known primarily for his work in the 80's and early 90's, with the releases ofA Cry in the Dark and Six Degrees of Separation. Schepisi returns to our screens for the first time since 2005 with his new release The Eye of the Storm.
Schepisi has assembled a great cast, with the three main roles being played by Charlotte Rampling (Melancholia and The Duchess), along with Judy Davis (Barton Fink) and Geoffrey Rush (Pirates of the Caribbean Sequels), together the three work well to give what many would describe as their best performances. The Eye of the Storm also sees a whole host of promisingyoungsters not only from Australia but Britain as well such as Jamie Timony (Sleeping Beauty and The Hunter) along with the director Schepisi's daughter Alexandra.
The Eye of the Storm, an adaptation of the 1973 novel by Patrick White. The film hinges on the skilled talents of actress Charlotte Rampling who plays the character of Elizabeth Hunter an eccentric elderly woman who's life is slowly drawing to an end. In the realisation of her aging self she summons her two offspring's Basil (Rush) and Dorothy (Davis) to her extravagant Sydney home in order to inform them of her will.
What ensues is a mix of comedy and heartfelt moments as Elizabeth tortures her children with mind games and mood swings as both Basil and Dorothy grit their teeth for one last time.
Expect laughter and moments of delicacy as well as a hatful of great performances.
*Top notch performances from the stellar cast help him nail the book's citric tone*
David Parkinson
*Intelligent performances from three heavyweight acting talents*
Peter Bradshaw
Have a look at the trailer below to see what you think;
The Eye of the Storm is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Friday 5th July at 7.45pm, Saturday 6th July at 10.45am and 7.45pm and Monday 8th July at 2pm.
Everybody Has a Plan is a 2012 Argentinian crime thriller starring Viggo Mortensen and Soledad VIllamil. Directed by Ana Piterbarg from a screenplay by Anna Cohan and Piterbarg, the film is a joint production of Argentinian and Spanish companies.
AgustÃn is a man who is desperate to abandon a life living
in Buenos Aires which for him has become a frustrating existence. After
the death of his twin brother, Pedro. AgustÃn decides to start a new
life, adopting the identity of Pedro and returning to the mysterious
region of the Delta, where they lived as boys. Shortly after his return,
AgustÃn finds himself unwillingly involved in the dangerous criminal
world that was his brother's life. Set 20 miles north of Buenos Airas, Piterbarg's film is a slow, sombre noir thirller which dual identity themes similar to that of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night and The Comedy of Errors, make it a familiar story.
*At heart it's a crime flick, but Piterbarg has woven in a woozy
psychological undercurrent with a powerful pull that places it a cut
above* Little White Lies
*Hardly anyone will see it, but those who do ought to be impressed.* New York Daily News
Watch the trailer here:
Everybody Has a Plan is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Tuesday 2nd July at 7.45pm
Wednesday 3rd July at 2pm and 7.45pm and Thursday 4th July at 7.45pm.
Papadopoulos and Sons is brought to our screens by an unknown multi-skilled filmmaker Marcus Markou. Following on from his short The Last Temptation of Christ, Markou debut feature film is one to admire. An intriguing and funny look at the fall from rich to poor, Papadopoulos and Sons is a film that entertains and is guaranteed to make you smile throughout.
Bringing to the screen an array of nationalities and experience Papadopoulos and Sons is headed by Stephen Dillane (King Arthur) along with a selection of unheard actors such as Cosima Shaw (Alfie), Georges Corraface (Escape from L.A) and Ed Stoppard (The Pianist). Papadopoulos and Sons also brings promising actress Georgia Gromme, the star of Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging back to our screen along with the son of the lead actor Stephen Dillane all set for a promising future ahead after this performance.
Papadopoulos and Sons focuses on Harry Papadopoulos (Dillane) a businessman who has all a massive house, a successful business and a great future. On the cusp of completing a deal of a lifetime, it all goes downhill amidst a double dip-recession. Left with nothing apart from an old Fish and Chip shop from his youth, half owned by his estranged brother Spiros (Corraface).
Harry and his brother set about bringing the chippy back to life however, face strong competition from a local Turkish Kebab Shop and an unwanted love triangle.
Papadopoulos and Sons is a sincere comedy-drama exploring family relationships and the British need for a good old fashioned chippy.
*There’s a warmth and charm about Marcus Markou’s feature debut that makes it hard to resist* Philip Kemp
*Fresh, funny and poignant snapshot of ethnic life in London*
Stella Papamichael
Have a look at the trailer below and see what you think:
Papadopoulos and Sons is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Friday 28th June at 7.45pm, Saturday 29th at 10.45am, Monday 1st July at 2pm and 7.45pm
The Look of Love is Michael Winterbottom and Steve Coogan's impersonation of Soho property baron Paul Raymond. The film looks at the relationship between Paul and the women in his life; wife, lover and daughter. Following 24 Hour Party People and The Trip, Michael Winterbottom and Steve Coogan collaborate once more to chronicle the scandalous world of the infamous ‘gentleman’s’ club owner and erotic publisher Paul Raymond. With a keen eye for business and a natural interest in beautiful women, Paul Raymond soon realizes that sex sells. What started out as one nightclub that no man could resist, Raymond soon builds an empire and his clubs dominate the whole of Soho. However, Raymond doesn't stop there and soon goes on to publish erotic magazines and produce nude theatre, which soon wins him the title of richest man in the UK!
This is a film which was part of the official select at a number of Film Festivals including Sundance and Sydney. Scripted by Matt Greenhalgh (who wrote the screenplays for the ambitious biopics of Ian Curtis, Control and John Lennon, Nowhere Boy).
Coogan is joined by a stellar cast which includes; Imogen Poots as Debbie Raymond, Anna Friel as Jean Raymond,Tamsin Egerton as Fiona Richmond and cameos from Stephen fry, Shirley Henderson, Matt Lucas and David Walliams.
*Coogan is able to work our affection for that dreadful yet irresistible archetype* The Evening Standard
*A solid, straightforward biopic about a fascinating individual and his destructive relationships, with strong performances and a healthy sense of naffness.* Empire
Watch the trailer below:
The Look of Love is screening on: Monday 24th at 7.45pm, Tuesday 25th at 7.45pm, Wednesday 26th at 2pm & 7.45pm, Thursday 27th at 7.45pm.
Based on Joseph Konsinki's unpublished graphic novel of the same name, Oblivion,written and directed by Konsinki, is set in a post-apocalyptic world starring Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman. Oblivion takes place in an apocalyptic future where the majority of
the population lives in clouds above an uninhabitable surface of the
Earth. One man’s confrontation with the past leads him on a journey of
discovery and redemption as he fights to save Mankind. Drone repairman
Jack Harper (Tom Cruise) lives alone on an unrecognisable planet Earth,
soaring in the breathtaking skies until one day he rescues a beautiful
stranger from a crashed aircraft. Her arrival triggers a sequence of
events that brings him to question everything he knows and puts the
future of mankind in his hands. Konsinki said that Oblivion is a homage to the sci-fi films of the 1970s, drawing on images from Tron, 2001: A Space Odyssey and more recently Moon. The classic sci-fi feel with superb visual effects make it a sci-fi fans dream. A fantastic soundtrack by French electornic band M38 helps to bring it all together. Bringing in $274,679,700 worldwide, it's safe to say the film has been a success with audiences all over the world.
*A derivative sci-fi drama that blends some nifty plot twists with its mysteriously serene futuristic adventure.* Spectrum
*Large-scale, original sci-fi is a hard thing to come by these days,
and despite its familiar story Oblivion does dream up some great idea* CinemaBlend.com
See the trailer here:
Oblivion is showing at Gloucester Guildhall Friday 21st June at 7.45pm, Saturday 22nd June at 10.45amm 3pm (CineCubs Screening) and 7.45pm and Monday 24th June at 2pm.
A hard hitting coming-of-age British drama, Broken, is based on the book of the same name by Daniel Clay. Starring Elouise Laurance, Tim Roth and directed by Rufus Norris, Broken is one of the best British films of recent years.
After witnessing a brutal beating, Skunk’s world quickly transforms from
being full of the happy certainties of childhood to being a place of
danger and anxiety. In light of her new situation, her innocence soon
dissolves and her future is harsh and uncertain. When Skunk finally
seeks comfort and safety in an unspoken friendship with genuine, damaged
Rick, she is confronted with her most difficult choice yet.
Inspired by To Kill A Mockingbird, Broken has received great reviews. Premiering at Cannes Film Festival in 2012, Broken went on to win the Golden Eye award at the Zurich International Film Festival and won the award for Best British Independent Film at the British Independent film awards.
*The film is rich in poignant moments and negotiates its frequent shifts from violence to gentleness to sorrow with sensitivity.* Hollywood Reporter
*Norris' film does find a beating heart, if not exactly a focus, in the
tender father-daughter relationship between Archie and Skunk, nicely
underplayed by Roth and Laurence* Variety
View the trailer here:
Broken is on at Gloucester Guildhall Monday 17th June at 7.45pm and Wednesday 19th June at 2pm and 7.45pm
American Director/Producer Gus Van Sant brings us his newest film Promised Land, a classic Country vs inner City battle. Promise Land see's the return of the partnership between Van Sant and Matt Damon which they displayed so well in Good Will Hunting. Since then Van Sant has go on to direct and produce numerous other films namely Milk starring Sean Penn.
The story behind Promised Land has been created by the talented Dave Eggers known for his quirky imagination behind Where the Wild Things Are and Away We Go. Matt Damon and fellow actor John Krasinski adapted the story for the screen, gaining writer credits for their efforts.
Promised Land brings together a whole host of talented actors of all ages and acting pedigree, adding a realism to the community feel of the film. Headed by A lister Matt Damon (Bourne Series and Good Will Hunting) Damon is joined by the versatile acting of Frances McDormand (Fargo, Moonrise Kingdom). Supporting them are the likes of Rosemarie DeWitt (The Watch), John Krasinski (Away We Go) and Hal Holbrook (Into the Wild and Lincoln). Despite all of these big names it's the younger talent that will excite you with Lucas Black, Scoot McNairy, Nicole Beattie and Lennon Wynn to name a few all showcasing glimpses of their exciting future.
Set in a small Midwestern town, Promised Land see's Steve Butler (Damon) a smooth- talker of a salesman and Sue Thomason (McDormand) sent to the town by a big inner city oil company to persuade the occupants of the town to sell their land.
With the town in rapid decline and in need of money Noble's list of signatures is quickly rising. With the quick 'in and out' deal almost done Dustin Noble (Krasinski) one of the villagers decides to voice his concerns and inform his fellow community of the consequences that the drilling of the oil could have on them as individuals and their land. The villagers form a rebellion led by Frank Yates (Holbrook) as Butler struggles against his own morals and his job.
Promised Land really does encapsulate the gulf in money and morals between an inner city business and a small town community. It's an engaging watch, with a great team behind and in front of the camera all the way.
*Another charming take on a familiar scenario* Ian Nathan
*Promise Land is full of good intentions and sturdy performances* Allan Hunter
Have a look at the trailer or Promised Land below:
Promised Land is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Friday 14th June at 7.45pm, Saturday 15th June at 10.45am and 7.45pm and Monday 17th June at 2pm
The new film of the Iron Man sequel hits the big screen once more this time from writer/director Shane Black. After the success of the original Iron Man released in 2008 the Marvel classic has grown with age. Iron Man 2 was released in 2010 again with great reviews. The new Iron Man 3 still has the massive budget and all star cast but it's without the multi-skilled Jon Favreau at the helm however, it doesn't take anything away from the film in fact it's the best yet. With an all star cast led by Robert Downey Jr. (Sherlock and The Avengers), he's joined again by on screen partner Gwyneth Paltrow (Seven) along with regulars Don Cheadle (Crash) and Jon Favreau. For all those avid Iron Man fans out there you may well know it's missing two big names from the previous film with no Samuel L Jackson or Scarlett Johansson however, it's been more than amended with one of the best of British Ben Kingsley and Guy Pearce amongst a host of new, talented faces. Iron Man 3 is a return to form for the Iron Man sequel, it's taking everything that's good from both of it's previous films enhanced and modified it and left all the debris and scraps from before, to make Iron Man 3 the best of the bunch. This time Tony Stark/Iron Man (Downey Jr.) is called into action again, as a mysterious sequence of attacks erupt around him. Keeping a low profile he explores the attacks which reveal very little clues. Before long the attacks become more frequent and on closer inspection it's revealed the leader of the attacks are led by The Mandarin (Kingsley), leader of a terrorist group known as The Ten Rings.
Brushing away the cobwebs Stark puts on his trusty outfit and all the gadgets and gismos that go with it to take down The Mandarin. Stark soon finds that The Mandarin is stronger than he seems and soon Stark is fighting him not to save the population but to save the one person closest to him Pepper Potts (Paltrow)
It's the perfect film for those of you that love BIG films, love Comic books and love a great action film with a twist.
*Funny, twisty and thrilling, it’s also an impressive pace-setter for this summer’s barrage of big movies.* James Mottram
*The third outing for the Marvel Comics superhero has standout performances from Robert Downey Jr and Ben Kingsley* Philip French
Here's the trailer below for those who need more of a push:
Iron Man 3 is showing at Gloucester Guildhall on Tuesday 11th June at 7.45pm, Wednesday 12th June at 2pm and 7.45pm and Thursday 13th June at 10.45am [CINECUBS] and 7.45pm
This week at The Cinema At Gloucester Guildhall why not check out the critically acclaimed drama A Late Quartet starring the cream of American screen talent including Academy Award winners Phillip Seymour Hoffman (Capote) and Christopher Walken (The Deer Hunter) and Academy Award nominee Catherine Keener (Being John Malkovich, Capote).
When the beloved cellist of a world-renowned string quartet receives a life changing diagnosis, the group's future suddenly hangs in the balance: suppressed emotions, competing egos, and uncontrollable passions threaten to derail years of friendship and collaboration. As they are about to play their 25th anniversary concert, quite possibly their last, only their intimate bond and the power of music can preserve their legacy.
Inspired by and structured around Beethoven's Opus 131 String Quartet in C-sharp minor, the film pays homage to chamber music and the cultural world of New York.
Thanks to an outstanding ensemble cast who all lend weight and depth to the dramatic script, leaves the end result of an insightful and emotionally satisfying film.
"A movie with clarity and grownup complexity"
Peter Bradshaw- The Guardian
"Insightful and incandescent, this is a film for both music lovers and movie lovers."
Nigel Andrews- Financial Times
Check out the trailer here:
A Late Quartet (15) opens Monday 3rd June and closes Thursday 6th June with performances at 7:45pm including a Screen Tea matinee on Wednesday 5th June at 2pm.
The highly anticipated new drama from director Derek Cianfrance Blue Valentine powerfully explores the consequences of motorcycle rider Luke's - Academy Award nominee Ryan Gosling - fateful decision to commit a crime to support his child. The incident renders him targeted by policeman Avery - Golden Globe Award nominee Bradley Cooper. The two men become locked on a tense collision course which will have a devastating impact on both of their families in the years following. The film has received favourable reviews, earning an 82% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 68 out of 100 on Metacritic. Although this is a film which is bleak and raw it is vibrating with energy. Three years ago, Derek Cianfrance enjoyed success on a big scale with his small-scale breakthrough movie: Blue Valentine, the story of a claustrophobically unhappy relationship between a married couple played by Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams Gosling gives his most open and engaging performance yet, his sleepy, woozy mannerisms developing into a complex interior world of hurt, resentment and disappointment. Bradley Cooper's Avery, on the other hand, appears first as a fresh-faced officer.
*Cianfrance and his sterling cast keep it all together, vanquishing doubt and soap suds. There's a palpable sense of teamwork that brings out the best in all of these players.* Toronto Star
*Ryan Gosling and Bradley Cooper occupy the two halves of an operatically ambitious film that sees director Derek Cianfrance making a bid for the auteur league* The Guardian
Watch the trailer below:
Screening on: Friday 31st May at 7.45pm, Saturday 1st June at 10.45am & 7.45pm and Monday 3rd June at 2pm.
Director/Producer Gary Winick (Letter to Juliet, Bride Wars) brings one of the most beloved stories of our time back to the big screen.
Loved and adored by generations of children and parents alike, the magic and loving tale continues to be an important part of our childhood.
Since it's original adaptation from book to screen in 1973 with the release of it's animated feature of the same name a follow up sequel to the original storyline entitled Charlotte's Web 2: Wilburs Great Adventure was released 30 years later.
Since then fans have been crying out for a live action release of the classic tale and that's what Winick has given them and it doesn't disappoint.
Joined by a fantastic recognised cast with names at every spin of the web from the great John Cleese, Robert Redford and Julia Roberts to the young star Dakota Fanning, it's no coincidence that the films has attracted this calibre and array of stars.
Winick's film is a true reflection of the original book released in 1952 by author E.B.White and illustrated by Garth Williams.
Charlotte's Web is a classic tale of the runt of the litter pig Wilbur who is saved from slaughter by the innocent child of Fern (Fanning) who keeps him refuge in a barn amongst the farmyard animals.
It's here where the magic starts.
All around Wilbur is a array of animals with a mind and voice of their own from Samuel the Sheep (Cleese) and Ike the Horse (Redford) to Templeton the Rat (Buscemi). However, it's the spider nestled in the corner of the barn Charlotte A. Cavitica who steals the show.
As Wilbur grows up, the fear of his death grows as Ferns dad contemplates Wilbur's life. This is where the star of the film Charlotte comes in, her delicate and loving voice sets her apart from the other animals and in many ways is Wilbur's guardian angel as she watches over him.
Charlotte uses her web to spin words and phrases towards Ferns dad, the most recognisable being "some pig".
After this an influx of people visit the farm purely to see the new star Wilbur and soon Mr Zukerman decides he should take advantage of this, he showcases Wilbur at a local fair for best pig and saving Wilbur from certain death.
The story of Charlotte's Web has many meanings and structures by it's without a doubt that it's grounded in the rhythms of the natural world that reiterates
the cycle of life, death and reproduction.
The film could be interpreted in another way, Charlotte has saved Wilbur's life by making him famous it is therefore, fitting that Wilbur should be surrounded by a host of real-life stars throughout his journey.
If you adored the book you will love this film.
*Winick’s adaptation of E.B. White’s classic is destined to achieve the same status for its combination of heart, humour and gorgeous production values*
Michael Adams
*Superior voice cast and Fanning's unforced charm make for another film that'll put you off pork forever*
Total Film
Watch the trailer for Winick's interpretation of Charlotte's Web below;
Charlotte's Web is showing at Gloucester Guildhall for ONE DAY ONLY on Thursday 30th May at 3pm.
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