Film shows in Cockermouth

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today: Monday, May 12, 2008

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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly , 112mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, May 19, 2008 , show starts 20:00

After Elle editor Jean-Dominique Bauby became paralysed, he painstakingly wrote his memoir by blinking one eye. This adaptation of that remarkable book is a moving and visually arresting French film, hailed by critics as one the best of the year, and winner of the best director prize at Cannes. Subtitled.

There Will Be Blood (12) , 158mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, May 26, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This is a gripping epic of huge scope and ambition, about greed and exploitation in the early days of the Texan oil boom. With a central performance of startling power and intensity from Daniel Day Lewis, and meticulous direction from the acclaimed Paul Thomas Anderson (Magnolia), this is being hailed as his masterpiece.

The Other Boleyn Girl (12) , 115mins, £4.50/£3.50
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 , show starts 20:00

Based on the bestselling historical novel, this is a ravishing period drama. Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson are Anne and Mary Boleyn, bitter rivals for the affections of Henry VIII. Expect lavish costumes, political and sexual intrigue and plenty of bodice-ripping fun. Buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment

Out of the Blue (15) , 100mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, June 09, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This excellent New Zealand film is a sensitive docudrama based on a real life gun massacre in the quiet coastal village of Aramoana in 1990. Rather than sensationalising the acts of the killer, it instead concentrates on the ordinary people in this tight knit community, their fear, confusion, and small acts of great bravery.

Water Lilies (15) , 85mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, June 16, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This touching and sensitive French film tells a tale of adolescent turmoil within the strange world of a synchronised swimming team, as awkward Marie has a crush on confident bad girl Floriane. Understated and perfectly judged, this is an impressive debut from writer-director Céline Sciamma. Subtitled.

Lars and the Real Girl (12) , 106mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, June 23, 2008 , show starts 20:00

When shy loner Lars’ new girlfriend turns out to be a life-sized doll, his family and friends are told by his psychologist to go along with the delusion. Thanks to wonderful performances and a great Oscar nominated script, this seemingly ridiculous premise makes for a very funny and genuinely heart-warming tale.

The Orphanage (15) , 105mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, June 30, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This acclaimed Spanish chiller will certainly keep you on the edge of your seat. Laura returns with her family to live in the orphanage she was raised in. When one day her son disappears, she must delve into her own past to find him. Beautifully filmed, eerily atmospheric and undeniably scary. Subtitled.

You, The Living (15) , 92mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, July 07, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This unique film from Swedish auteur Roy Andersson is a deadpan look at the meaningless of mundane modern lives. With echoes of those other masters of the absurd, Fellini and Bunuel, its diverse sequence of short episodes is surreal, morbid but also often very funny. Subtitled.

I’m A Cyborg (But That’s OK) (15) , 105mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, July 14, 2008 , show starts 20:00

The latest film from Korea’s hottest director, Chan-Wook Park (OldBoy) is a romantic comedy unlike any you’ve seen before. Young Goon thinks she is a cyborg, and will not eat. Fellow psychiatric patient Il Soon wants to help her. Charming and inventive, this film is a visual delight from start to finish. Subtitled.

My Brother is an Only Child (15) , 108mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, July 21, 2008 , show starts 20:00

This charming film is a family saga set against a background of political turmoil in 1960s and 70s Italy. Accio supports the fascists; his elder brother, Manrico, the communists. Skillfully written and acted, this film is bristling with energy, with moments of great beauty, sadness and humour. Subtitled.

Son of Rambow (12) , 96mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, July 28, 2008 , show starts 20:00

In this offbeat British comedy, two boys from very different backgrounds share a common goal, as they attempt to film a home-video sequel to their favourite action movie. Some great 1980s period detail, and a wonderfully natural young cast help make this a genuinely touching exploration of friendship and family.

The Oxford Murders (15) , 107mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, September 01, 2008 , show starts 20:00

Based on the bestselling novel, this is a great old-fashioned murder mystery. An Oxford professor (John Hurt) and an American student (Elijah Wood) attempt to solve a series of murders seemingly linked by mathematics. A polished, intelligent and thoroughly enjoyable movie.

Happy-Go-Lucky (15) , 118mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, September 08, 2008 , show starts 20:00

Mike Leigh’s latest film since Vera Drake is an altogether more upbeat affair. Poppy is a bubbly, dedicated primary school teacher whose life seems happy and complete. With some great comic moments and a winning central performance from Sally Hawkins, this is a joyous, life affirming and superbly crafted film.

Persepolis (18) , 95mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, September 15, 2008 , show starts 20:00

A highly acclaimed film, Persepolis won the Jury Prize at Cannes last year. Using simple black and white hand-drawn animation, it tells the tale of a rebellious young girl growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. Poignant, touching and entertaining, this excellent animated film really is a must-see.

Caramel (PG) , 95mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, September 22, 2008 , show starts 20:00

As sweet as its name suggests, this is a delightful comedy drama with shades of Almodovar. It is centered on the lives of five Lebanese women who regularly meet in a beauty salon. It is an entertaining and fascinating portrait of the ways these women cope in a world of changing attitudes in modern Beirut. Subtitled.

Mongol (15) , 120mins, £4.50/£3.50
Monday, September 29, 2008 , show starts 20:00

Nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar, this hugely impressive film recounts the early days in the life of Genghis Khan. With stunning landscapes, beautifully filmed, epic battle scenes, and a great Pan-Asian cast, this is one historical account that truly does justice to its legendary subject. Subtitled.

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