The Polar Express (U)
Sunday 16th December 2018 – 13:30 Doors – 14:00 Film
IMDB 6.6 – RT 55%
Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump and Castaway) reunite for ‘Polar Express’, an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
All tickets for this event are £3! Our christmas events are always well attended so do make sure you pre-book via the Folk Hall reception or online!
Casablanca (U)
Friday 25th January 2018 – 18:00 AGM – 19:00 Doors – 19:30 Film
IMDB 8.5 – RT 97%
Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart), owns a nightclub in Casablanca and discovers his old flame Isla (Ingrid Bergman) is in town with her husband, victor Laszlo (Paul Henreid). Laszlo is a famed rebel, and with Germans on his tail, Isla knows Rick can help them get out of the country.
Everyone’s usually skint in January so we are making this one our annual FREE members event! Don’t worry if you’re not already a member, you can join us for £5 before or on the night which will get you your free ticket as well as £2 off every Film at the Folk Hall for the rest of the year! We will also be holding our AGM before hand from 18:00 – come along to hear all about your independent community cinema.
Pretty Woman (15)
Saturday 16th February 2018 – 19:00 Doors – 19:30 Film
IMDB 7 – RT 62%
In this modern update on Cinderella, a prostitute and a wealthy businessman fall hard for one another, forming an unlikely pair. While on a business trip in L.A., Edward (Richard Gere), who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a hooker, Vivian (Julia Roberts). After Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend, the two get closer, only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.
Boheman Rhapsody (12a)
Friday 29th March 2019 – 19:00 Doors – 19:30 Film
IMDB 8.4 – RT 60%
Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound. They reached unparalleled success, but in an unexpected turn Freddie, surrounded by darker influences, shuns Queen in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered greatly without the collaboration of Queen, Freddie manages to reunite with his band-mates just in time for Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie leads the and in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day.
