Past Film Showings
(May 2016 - Apr 17)
(May 2016 - Apr 17)
April 2017
Arrival
Thursday 6th April
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Winner of Best Sound Editing at the Oscars
Nominated for 7 more, including Best Picture
Winner of Best Sound at the Baftas
Nominated for 8 more, including Best Film
Arrival
Thursday 6th April
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Winner of Best Sound Editing at the Oscars
Nominated for 7 more, including Best Picture
Winner of Best Sound at the Baftas
Nominated for 8 more, including Best Film
Certificate: 12A
(infrequent strong language)
Awards:
Won one Oscar for Sound Editing
Won one Bafta for Sound
Nominated for 7 Oscars: Picture, Directing, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, Sound Mixing and Production Design.
Nominated for 8 Baftas: Film, Leading Actress, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, Music, Special Effects and Directing.
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes: Actress and Score.
Ratings:
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% (Certified Fresh). 82% audience.
IMDb: 8.0
Metascore: 81
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"When mysterious spacecraft touch down across the globe, an elite team is put together to investigate - including language expert Louise Banks. Mankind teeters on the verge of global war as everyone scrambles for answers - and to find them. Banks will take a chance that could threaten her life and, quite possibly, humanity."
(infrequent strong language)
Awards:
Won one Oscar for Sound Editing
Won one Bafta for Sound
Nominated for 7 Oscars: Picture, Directing, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, Sound Mixing and Production Design.
Nominated for 8 Baftas: Film, Leading Actress, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, Music, Special Effects and Directing.
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes: Actress and Score.
Ratings:
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% (Certified Fresh). 82% audience.
IMDb: 8.0
Metascore: 81
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"When mysterious spacecraft touch down across the globe, an elite team is put together to investigate - including language expert Louise Banks. Mankind teeters on the verge of global war as everyone scrambles for answers - and to find them. Banks will take a chance that could threaten her life and, quite possibly, humanity."
Average rating: 7.05
Total audience: 23
Total audience: 23
March 2017
I, Daniel Blake
Thursday 2nd March
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
Winner of Outstanding British Film at the Baftas
I, Daniel Blake
Thursday 2nd March
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
Winner of Outstanding British Film at the Baftas
Certificate: 15
(very strong language)
Awards:
Won one Bafta for Outstanding British Film
Winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
Nominated for 5 Baftas: Outstanding British Film, Best Film, Best Supporting Actress (Rebecca O'Brien), Best Screenplay and Best Director.
Ratings:
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% (Certified Fresh). 88% audience.
IMDb: 8.1
Metascore: 75
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Daniel Blake is a man out of time: a widowed woodworker who's never owned a computer, he lives according to his own common sense moral code. But after a heart attack leaves him unable to work and the state welfare system fails him, Daniel must stand up and fight for his dignity, leading a one-man crusade for compassion that will transform the lives of a struggling single mother and her two children."
(very strong language)
Awards:
Won one Bafta for Outstanding British Film
Winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
Nominated for 5 Baftas: Outstanding British Film, Best Film, Best Supporting Actress (Rebecca O'Brien), Best Screenplay and Best Director.
Ratings:
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% (Certified Fresh). 88% audience.
IMDb: 8.1
Metascore: 75
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Daniel Blake is a man out of time: a widowed woodworker who's never owned a computer, he lives according to his own common sense moral code. But after a heart attack leaves him unable to work and the state welfare system fails him, Daniel must stand up and fight for his dignity, leading a one-man crusade for compassion that will transform the lives of a struggling single mother and her two children."
Average rating: 9.46
Total audience: 31
Total audience: 31
February 2017
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Thursday 2nd February
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Thursday 2nd February
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: 12A
(moderate bad language, innuendo, infrequent bloody moments)
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"A national manhunt is ordered for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle who go missing in the wild New Zealand bush."
(moderate bad language, innuendo, infrequent bloody moments)
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 98% (Certified Fresh). 91% audience.
- IMDb: 7.9
- Metascore: 81
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"A national manhunt is ordered for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle who go missing in the wild New Zealand bush."
Average rating: 9.16
Total audience: 34
Total audience: 34
January 2017
Eye in the Sky
Thursday 5th January
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Eye in the Sky
Thursday 5th January
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: 15
(infrequent bloody moments, infrequent strong language)
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Col. Katherine Powell, a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering an international dispute over the implications of modern warfare."
(infrequent bloody moments, infrequent strong language)
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 95% (Certified Fresh). 83% audience.
- IMDb: 7.3
- Metascore: 73
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Col. Katherine Powell, a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering an international dispute over the implications of modern warfare."
Average rating: 9.00
Total audience: 16
Total audience: 16
December 2016
Miracle on 34th Street
(1994 version)
Thursday 1st December
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Miracle on 34th Street
(1994 version)
Thursday 1st December
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: U
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"A little girl discovers dreams do come true if you really believe. Six-year-old Susan has doubts about childhoods most enduring miracle - Santa Claus. Her mother told her the "secret" about Santa a long time ago, so Susan doesn't expect to receive the most important gifts on her Christmas list. But after meeting a special department store Santa who's convinced he's the real thing, Susan is given the most previous gift of all - something to believe in."
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 61%. 62% audience.
- IMDb: 6.4
- Metascore:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"A little girl discovers dreams do come true if you really believe. Six-year-old Susan has doubts about childhoods most enduring miracle - Santa Claus. Her mother told her the "secret" about Santa a long time ago, so Susan doesn't expect to receive the most important gifts on her Christmas list. But after meeting a special department store Santa who's convinced he's the real thing, Susan is given the most previous gift of all - something to believe in."
Average rating: 9.42
Total audience: 13
Total audience: 13
November 2016
The Jungle Book
(2016 version)
Thursday 3rd November
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
The Jungle Book
(2016 version)
Thursday 3rd November
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: PG
Contains mild threat
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan forces him to flee the jungle, a man-cub named Mowgli embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of panther, Bagheera, and free spirited bear, Baloo."
Contains mild threat
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 95%, Certified Fresh. 88% audience.
- IMDb: 7.6
- Metascore: 77
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan forces him to flee the jungle, a man-cub named Mowgli embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of panther, Bagheera, and free spirited bear, Baloo."
Average rating: 9.22
Total audience: 38
Total audience: 38
October 2016
Eddie the Eagle
Thursday 6th October
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Eddie the Eagle
Thursday 6th October
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: PG
Contains mild sex references and mild bad language
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself - even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach (played by Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. From producers of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Eddie the Eagle stars Taron Egerton as Eddie, the loveable underdog with a never say die attitude."
Contains mild sex references and mild bad language
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 79%, Certified Fresh. 85% audience.
- IMDb: 7.6
- Metascore: 54
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself - even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach (played by Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. From producers of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Eddie the Eagle stars Taron Egerton as Eddie, the loveable underdog with a never say die attitude."
Average rating: 9.43
Total audience: 41
Total audience: 41
September 2016
Dad's Army
Thursday 1st September
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Dad's Army
Thursday 1st September
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Certificate: PG
Contains mild bad language, violence and innuendo
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"The Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard platoon deal with a visiting female journalist and a German spy as World War II draws to its conclusion."
Contains mild bad language, violence and innuendo
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 33%. 46% audience.
- IMDb: 5.5
- Metascore: 30
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"The Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard platoon deal with a visiting female journalist and a German spy as World War II draws to its conclusion."
Average rating: 9.11
Total audience: 51
Total audience: 51
July 2016
Spotlight
Thursday 7th July
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Won 2 Oscars: Best Motion Picture, Best Original Screenplay (Nominated for 6)
Won 1 Bafta: Best Original Screenplay (Nominated for 3)
Nominated for 3 Golden Globes: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay
Spotlight
Thursday 7th July
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Won 2 Oscars: Best Motion Picture, Best Original Screenplay (Nominated for 6)
Won 1 Bafta: Best Original Screenplay (Nominated for 3)
Nominated for 3 Golden Globes: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay
Certificate: 15
Contains child sexual abuse references and some language
(No-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema. ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Won 2 Oscars: Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay.
Nominated for 4 more, including Best Directing and Best Supporting Actor (Mark Ruffalo) and Actress (Rachel McAdams).
Won 1 Bafta: Best Original Screenplay.
Nominated for 2 more: Best Supporting Actor (Mark Ruffalo), Best Film.
Nominated for 3 Golden Globes: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay.
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"When the Boston Globe's tenacious "Spotlight" team of reporters delves into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church, their year-long investigation uncovers a decades-long cover-up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment, touching off a wave of revelations around the world."
Contains child sexual abuse references and some language
(No-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema. ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Won 2 Oscars: Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay.
Nominated for 4 more, including Best Directing and Best Supporting Actor (Mark Ruffalo) and Actress (Rachel McAdams).
Won 1 Bafta: Best Original Screenplay.
Nominated for 2 more: Best Supporting Actor (Mark Ruffalo), Best Film.
Nominated for 3 Golden Globes: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay.
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 96%, Certified Fresh. 93% audience.
- IMDb: 8.1 (Top 250 films: #180)
- Metascore: 93
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"When the Boston Globe's tenacious "Spotlight" team of reporters delves into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church, their year-long investigation uncovers a decades-long cover-up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment, touching off a wave of revelations around the world."
Average rating: 8.81
Total audience: 22
Total audience: 22
June 2016
The Lady in the Van
Thursday 2nd June
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe: Best Actress (Maggie Smith)
Nominated for 1 Bafta: Best Leading Actress (Maggie Smith)
The Lady in the Van
Thursday 2nd June
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe: Best Actress (Maggie Smith)
Nominated for 1 Bafta: Best Leading Actress (Maggie Smith)
Certificate: 12A
Contains infrequent strong language
(anyone under the age of 12 may watch when accompanied by an adult, ensuring the film is suitable for them. We will obviously need to abide by the BBFC film certificate for each film that we show, so ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe: Best Actress (Maggie Smith)
Nominated for 1 Bafta: Best Leading Actress (Maggie Smith)
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"The film tells the true story of the relationship between writer Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins, who 'temporarily' parked her van in Bennett's London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years. Their unique story is funny, poignant and life-affirming."
Contains infrequent strong language
(anyone under the age of 12 may watch when accompanied by an adult, ensuring the film is suitable for them. We will obviously need to abide by the BBFC film certificate for each film that we show, so ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe: Best Actress (Maggie Smith)
Nominated for 1 Bafta: Best Leading Actress (Maggie Smith)
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 93%, Certified Fresh. 70% audience.
- IMDb: 6.8
- Metascore: 70
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"The film tells the true story of the relationship between writer Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins, who 'temporarily' parked her van in Bennett's London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years. Their unique story is funny, poignant and life-affirming."
Average rating: 8.87
Total audience: 48
Total audience: 48
May 2016
The Martian
Friday 6th May
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Won 2 Golden Globes: Best Picture (Comedy) and Best Actor (Comedy, Matt Damon). Nominated for Best Director (Ridley Scott).
Nominated for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Nominated for 6 Baftas, including Best Director (Ridley Scott), Best Lead Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Visual Effects.
The Martian
Friday 6th May
Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm
in the Village Hall
Won 2 Golden Globes: Best Picture (Comedy) and Best Actor (Comedy, Matt Damon). Nominated for Best Director (Ridley Scott).
Nominated for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Nominated for 6 Baftas, including Best Director (Ridley Scott), Best Lead Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Visual Effects.
Certificate: 12A
Contains infrequent strong language, injury detail
(anyone under the age of 12 may watch when accompanied by an adult, ensuring the film is suitable for them. We will obviously need to abide by the BBFC film certificate for each film that we show, so ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Won 2 Golden Globes: Best Picture (Comedy) and Best Actor (Comedy, Matt Damon). Nominated for Best Director (Ridley Scott).
Nominated for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Nominated for 6 Baftas, including Best Director (Ridley Scott), Best Lead Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Visual Effects.
Ratings:
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive."
Contains infrequent strong language, injury detail
(anyone under the age of 12 may watch when accompanied by an adult, ensuring the film is suitable for them. We will obviously need to abide by the BBFC film certificate for each film that we show, so ID may be required in some cases)
Awards:
Won 2 Golden Globes: Best Picture (Comedy) and Best Actor (Comedy, Matt Damon). Nominated for Best Director (Ridley Scott).
Nominated for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Nominated for 6 Baftas, including Best Director (Ridley Scott), Best Lead Actor (Matt Damon) and Best Visual Effects.
Ratings:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 92%, Certified Fresh. 92% audience.
- IMDb: 8.1 (#213 in Top 250 films)
- Metascore: 80
The Rotten Tomatoes rating gives the percentage of critics that enjoyed the film and gave it a good rating. Regular cinema goers also rate the film, and this percentage is also given. A film is certified ‘fresh’ if it gains a critics rating of over 60%.
The metascore (out of 100) is similar, returning an average rating from all critics reviews. The IMDb rating is based on the ratings of regular cinema goers.
Synopsis from IMDB:
"During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive."
Average rating: 9.12
Total audience: 17
Total audience: 17