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Enys Men – An unnerving and experimental look at what’s beneath the surface
Posted 1 February 2023
Niall Mapplebeck, one of Showroom CInema's Young Programmers explores what’s beneath the surface of Mark Jenkin's latest film - Enys Men.
Pickpocket: a revered French director explores redemption in this classic film
Posted 31 May 2022 by Hope Cook
Opening at Showroom Cinema on Friday 3 June, Pickpocket is a BFI re-release of the 1959 French film from director Robert Bresson.
Sing a Bit of Harmony: AI with Heart
Posted 18 February 2022
In addition to its cheery musical numbers, Sing a Bit of Harmony is an excellent starting point for discussions about technology, its limitations and capabilities, as well as misogyny and sexism in an optimistic and light-hearted way.
Lingui: The Sacred Bonds and the Strength of Sisterhood
Posted 4 February 2022
Lingui, the Sacred Bonds explores Amina and Maria’s plight, and how they find solidarity with other women. The film expertly shows the strength of sisterhood in a perceptive and emotional tale.
UK Green Festival: Now & Wood
Posted 29 October 2021 by Rose Butler
The Showroom welcomes two films from the 2021 UK Green Film Festival, exploring some of the most pressing environmental issues of the moment.
The French Dispatch: Wes Anderson's Ode to The New Yorker
Posted 22 October 2021 by Rose Butler
The film is inspired by Anderson’s own love of The New Yorker magazine, with several characters and events in the film based on real-life equivalents.
The Velvet Underground: a Film for Die-Hard Fans and Newcomers Alike
Posted 5 October 2021 by Rose Butler
A film for die-hard fans and newcomers alike, Haynes charts the course of the band from formation to collaboration with Andy Warhol and the induction of German singer-songwriter Nico.
BFI London Film Festival Returns to The Showroom
Posted 24 September 2021 by Rose Butler
For the second year, the Showroom is very excited and proud to be an official Venue Partner of the BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express.
Sheffield Steps into the Spotlight
Posted 16 September 2021 by Rose Butler
In the past few weeks, Sheffield has been buzzing with anticipation for the release of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie. And for good reason.
The Lost Leonardo: A Thrilling Inside Story
Posted 10 September 2021 by Rose Butler
Before it found its way to cinemas, the real-life story of the Salvator Mundi (Latin for “Saviour of the World”) unfolded like a high-stakes big-screen thriller.