Film GuideMar-Apr 2016

Box Office / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Parent and Baby Screenings (P&B)

Family Viewing

Fri 18 Mar 11am Youth

Thur 14 Apr 11am A Bigger Splash

Thur 21 Apr 10.30am Hail, Ceasar!

Sat 30 Apr 8pm, Sun 1 May 2pmDir: Ben Wheatley 2015118 mins, UKRobert Laing is a young doctor who joins a community in a luxury building in Thatcher's England. The residents exile themselves from society and gradually divide into violent tribes. Their life begins to run out of control. Stars Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller. Based on the 1975 novel by JG Ballard. WHY? ‘Outrageously entertaining’ ★★★★The List

High-Rise

£9.50 (or 3 films for £24) / £8.50 conc (or 3 films for £21)

Films with this logo have been specially picked for our younger audiences.These screenings are £7 (£5 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £20.

Ticket Prices (unless otherwise stated)

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Sun 1 May 7.30pmDir: Robert Eggers 201590 mins, Ca/USNew England, 1630. A farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land. It sits on the edge of an ominous forest. Strange and unsettling things begin to happen almost immediately. The family's faith, loyalty and love soon become tested in shocking and unforgettable ways WHY? Painstakingly recreates a God-fearing New England in which religious convictions tragically turned to mass hysteria

The Witch

Fri 8 Apr 8pm, Wed 13 Apr 8pmThur 14 Apr 11am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Luca Guadagnino 2015124 mins, It/FrRock legend Marianne Lane (Tilda Swinton) is recuperating on a Sicilian island with her partner. She is rocked by the unexpected arrival of her old flame Harry (Ralph Fiennes) and Penelope, who he says is his daughter. He brings with him a blast of nostalgia from which there can be no rescue. WHY? ‘A four-way study of sex and jealousy that boasts outstanding performances’ ★★★★ The Guardian

A Bigger Splash

Fri 15 Apr 8pm, Tues 19 Apr 8pmThur 21 Apr 10.30am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen 2016106 mins, UK/USIn 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix is chief fixer for film studio Capitol Pictures. His job is to make sure the studio’s stars stay out of trouble. In one long day he is faced with the abduction of the studio’s biggest star, an actress pregnant out of wedlock and gossip columnists looking for dirt. WHY? ‘A hilarious return to form for Coen brothers’ ★★★★ Evening Standard

Tues 16 and Wed 17 Feb 8pmSun 21 Feb 2pmDir: Duke Johnson, Charlie Kaufman 2015, 90 mins, USMichael Stone is a husband, father and successful motivational speaker. But he is crippled by the mundanity of his life. On a business trip, he meets Lisa, an unassuming baked goods sales rep. Their encounter throws the dullness of his life into disarray. WHY? A tender, touching and achingly funny black comedy - filmed entirely in breathtaking stop motion animation

Anomalisa

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Thur 28 Apr 8pm, Fri 29 Apr 2pm and 8pm, Sat 30 Apr 2pmDir: Xavier Giannoli 2015, 129 mins, Fr/Cz/Be(French with English subtitles)

1921: Not far from Paris, the wealthy socialite Marguerite Dumont holds a party. She takes centre stage to sing enthusiastically but terribly. A young journalist writes a rave article on her latest performance. It fuels Marguerite’s ambition to perform in front of a crowd of complete strangers. WHY? A runaway success in its native France and featuring music from Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi

Marguerite

Exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including cup of tea); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBy phone / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Sun 24 Apr 2pmDir: Michel Franco 201593 mins, Mex/FrDavid (Tim Roth) is a nurse who works with terminally ill patients. He develops strong relationships with each person he cares for. Outside of his work, David is struggling with an ongoing burden of guilt and remorse. As the weight becomes unbearable, he must face his past in order to heal. WHY? An enigmatic and deeply moving character study

Chronic

Thur 28 Apr 2pmDir: Kent Jones 201590 mins, Fr/USIn 1962 Alfred Hitchcock and French director François Truffaut spent a week together to talk about the art of cinema. Based on the original recordings of this meeting the documentary illustrates the greatest cinema lesson of all time. WHY? ‘Terrific retrospective… a brilliant commentary on the discourse of cinema then, and now’★★★★ The Guardian

Hitchcock / TruffautHail, Ceasar!

Tues 1 Mar 8pmWed 2 Mar 2pmSat 12 Mar 8pmDir: Alejandro González Iñárritu 2015, 156 mins, USLegendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead. He is betrayed by the hunting team who leave him behind. Glass must navigate a vicious winter in a relentless pursuit to live and find redemption. WHY? Nominated for 8 BAFTAS and 12 Oscars including Best Picture

The Revenant Room

Wed 2 Mar 8pmDir: Jon Drever 201580 mins, UKUnassuming Robert Kenner is struck by a meteor, bestowing him with super powers. He is an overworked and underappreciated civil servant who spends his days saving people. Today he has a day off. And he has a date. All he has to do is act as if this isn’t the most exciting day of his life. WHY? Written by and starring comedian Brett Goldstein, also starring Catherine Tate

SuperBob

Sun 6 Mar 2pm£15. 180 minsEncore screening from the Royal Court Theatre. In a small pub in Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity. But what's the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they've abolished hanging? WHY? ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ The Telegraph★★★★★ Sunday Times★★★★★ Independent

NT Live: Hangmen

Sun 6 Mar 7.30pm, Tues 8 Mar 8pmThur 10 Mar 2pm and 8pmDir: Lenny Abrahamson 2015118 mins, Ir/CaFive year old Jack has a happy life with his devoted Ma. But their home is a windowless room. Ma creates a whole universe for Jack within the room, to ensure he has a fulfilling life. But Jack's curiosity grows and Ma's resilience wanes. They enact a risky plan to escape. WHY? Nominated for 2 BAFTAS and 3 Oscars

SpotlightFri 18 Mar 2pmDir: Thomas McCarthy 2015129 mins, USThe riveting true story of a Pulitzer Prize-winning Boston Globe investigation. The newspaper’s tenacious ‘Spotlight’ team of reporters delve into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church. Their year long investigation uncovers a cover up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment. WHY? Nominated for 3 BAFTAs and 5 Oscars

GoosebumpsWed 30 Mar 5pm, Tues 5 Apr 5.30pmFri 8 Apr 4.30pmDir: Rob Letterman 2015103 mins, US/AuTeenager Zach discovers that his strange next door neighbour is RL Stine - author of Goosebumps. But the monsters he writes about are real and Zach accidentally lets them loose on the town. Can he get them back in the books where they belong? WHY? Starring Jack Black and based on the books written by RL Stine

Wed 16 and Thur 17 Mar 2pmFri 18 Mar 11am (P&B)Tues 22 Mar 8pmSun 27 Mar 2pm and 7.30pmDir: Paolo Sorrentino 2015, 124 mins, It/Fr/UK/SwFred (Michael Caine) is a retired composer while his friend Mick (Harvey Keitel) still works as a film director. Both in their eighties, the pair take a holiday together in the Alps. It is a time to face their future together. WHY? ‘A legend of British cinema teams with Italy’s master of screen sensuality to tell a sparkling tale of nostalgia and sorrow’ Little White Lies

YouthRams

Wed 30 Mar 8pmDir: Grímur Hákonarson 201593 mins, Ic/De/No/Po(Icelandic with English subtitles)

In a secluded Icelandic valley, brothers Gummi and Kiddi live side by side. But the pair haven’t spoken to each other in decades. They each tend a beloved flock of sheep, who carry an ancient lineage. A lethal disease infects Kiddi’s sheep, threatening the entire valley. For the first time in years, the brothers must work together. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

Capture the FlagThur 31 Mar 11.30amSat 2 Apr 11.30amWed 6 Apr 2pmDir: Enrique Gato 201694 mins, SpTwelve year old Mike is the son and grandson of NASA astronauts. An eccentric billionaire hatches a plan to fly to the moon and steal the mineral resources from it. Mike stows away on board a space shuttle in an adventure to save the moon. WHY? The adventure blasts off in 3, 2, 1

Oddball and The PenguinsThur 31 Mar 2pm, Fri 1 Apr 4pmSat 2 Apr 2pm, Wed 6 Apr 11.30amDir: Stuart McDonald 201596 mins, AuOn an island off Australia, a penguin sanctuary is hounded by foxes. Chicken farmer Swampy trains his mischievous dog Oddball to protect the penguins. Can he save the penguins? Based on a true story. WHY? ‘Fun and thoughtfully minded, with a sweet charm that endears from the get-go’ The Guardian

Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Road ChipSun 3 Apr 11.30amDir: Walt Becker 201592 mins, USWhen Alvin, Simon and Theodore meet Dave’s new girlfriend, they like her - but not her son. The trio find a ring in Dave’s bag and think he is going to propose on a trip to Miami. They secretly follow Dave on his travels to sabotage the engagement. WHY? The latest adventure from the three loveable pals

Janis: Little Girl BlueSun 3 Apr 2pmDir: Amy J Berg 2015107 mins, USJanis Joplin is a tragic and misunderstood figure who blazed new creative trails before her death in 1971 at age 27. This insightful documentary examines her story in depth for the first time on film.It is an intimate portrait of a complicated, driven, often beleaguered artist. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

TrumboSun 3 Apr 7.30pm, Tues 5 Apr 8pmThur 7 Apr 5pm and 8pmDir: Jay Roach 2015124 mins, USIn 1947, Dalton Trumbo is Hollywood’s top screenwriter. But he is forced to testify to the House of Un-American Activities Committee, blacklisted and jailed. He uses words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. WHY? Bryan Cranston is both BAFTA and Oscar nominated for his role

ROH Live: GiselleWed 6 Apr 7.15pm£15. 135 minsA live screening of the quintessential Romantic classic. Giselle is a peasant girl. She has fallen in love with Count Albrecht, who has told her he is a villager named Loys. Her discovery of his true identity has devastating consequences. WHY? The greatest of all Romantic ballets

Tues 1 Mar 8pmWed 2 Mar 2pmSat 12 Mar 8pmDir: Alejandro González Iñárritu 2015, 156 mins, USLegendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead. He is betrayed by the hunting team who leave him behind. Glass must navigate a vicious winter in a relentless pursuit to live and find redemption. WHY? Nominated for 8 BAFTAS and 12 Oscars including Best Picture

The Revenant Room

Wed 2 Mar 8pmDir: Jon Drever 201580 mins, UKUnassuming Robert Kenner is struck by a meteor, bestowing him with super powers. He is an overworked and underappreciated civil servant who spends his days saving people. Today he has a day off. And he has a date. All he has to do is act as if this isn’t the most exciting day of his life. WHY? Written by and starring comedian Brett Goldstein, also starring Catherine Tate

SuperBob

Sun 6 Mar 2pm£15. 180 minsEncore screening from the Royal Court Theatre. In a small pub in Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity. But what's the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they've abolished hanging? WHY? ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ The Telegraph★★★★★ Sunday Times★★★★★ Independent

NT Live: Hangmen

Sun 6 Mar 7.30pm, Tues 8 Mar 8pmThur 10 Mar 2pm and 8pmDir: Lenny Abrahamson 2015118 mins, Ir/CaFive year old Jack has a happy life with his devoted Ma. But their home is a windowless room. Ma creates a whole universe for Jack within the room, to ensure he has a fulfilling life. But Jack's curiosity grows and Ma's resilience wanes. They enact a risky plan to escape. WHY? Nominated for 2 BAFTAS and 3 Oscars

SpotlightFri 18 Mar 2pmDir: Thomas McCarthy 2015129 mins, USThe riveting true story of a Pulitzer Prize-winning Boston Globe investigation. The newspaper’s tenacious ‘Spotlight’ team of reporters delve into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church. Their year long investigation uncovers a cover up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment. WHY? Nominated for 3 BAFTAs and 5 Oscars

GoosebumpsWed 30 Mar 5pm, Tues 5 Apr 5.30pmFri 8 Apr 4.30pmDir: Rob Letterman 2015103 mins, US/AuTeenager Zach discovers that his strange next door neighbour is RL Stine - author of Goosebumps. But the monsters he writes about are real and Zach accidentally lets them loose on the town. Can he get them back in the books where they belong? WHY? Starring Jack Black and based on the books written by RL Stine

Wed 16 and Thur 17 Mar 2pmFri 18 Mar 11am (P&B)Tues 22 Mar 8pmSun 27 Mar 2pm and 7.30pmDir: Paolo Sorrentino 2015, 124 mins, It/Fr/UK/SwFred (Michael Caine) is a retired composer while his friend Mick (Harvey Keitel) still works as a film director. Both in their eighties, the pair take a holiday together in the Alps. It is a time to face their future together. WHY? ‘A legend of British cinema teams with Italy’s master of screen sensuality to tell a sparkling tale of nostalgia and sorrow’ Little White Lies

YouthRams

Wed 30 Mar 8pmDir: Grímur Hákonarson 201593 mins, Ic/De/No/Po(Icelandic with English subtitles)

In a secluded Icelandic valley, brothers Gummi and Kiddi live side by side. But the pair haven’t spoken to each other in decades. They each tend a beloved flock of sheep, who carry an ancient lineage. A lethal disease infects Kiddi’s sheep, threatening the entire valley. For the first time in years, the brothers must work together. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

Capture the FlagThur 31 Mar 11.30amSat 2 Apr 11.30amWed 6 Apr 2pmDir: Enrique Gato 201694 mins, SpTwelve year old Mike is the son and grandson of NASA astronauts. An eccentric billionaire hatches a plan to fly to the moon and steal the mineral resources from it. Mike stows away on board a space shuttle in an adventure to save the moon. WHY? The adventure blasts off in 3, 2, 1

Oddball and The PenguinsThur 31 Mar 2pm, Fri 1 Apr 4pmSat 2 Apr 2pm, Wed 6 Apr 11.30amDir: Stuart McDonald 201596 mins, AuOn an island off Australia, a penguin sanctuary is hounded by foxes. Chicken farmer Swampy trains his mischievous dog Oddball to protect the penguins. Can he save the penguins? Based on a true story. WHY? ‘Fun and thoughtfully minded, with a sweet charm that endears from the get-go’ The Guardian

Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Road ChipSun 3 Apr 11.30amDir: Walt Becker 201592 mins, USWhen Alvin, Simon and Theodore meet Dave’s new girlfriend, they like her - but not her son. The trio find a ring in Dave’s bag and think he is going to propose on a trip to Miami. They secretly follow Dave on his travels to sabotage the engagement. WHY? The latest adventure from the three loveable pals

Janis: Little Girl BlueSun 3 Apr 2pmDir: Amy J Berg 2015107 mins, USJanis Joplin is a tragic and misunderstood figure who blazed new creative trails before her death in 1971 at age 27. This insightful documentary examines her story in depth for the first time on film.It is an intimate portrait of a complicated, driven, often beleaguered artist. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

TrumboSun 3 Apr 7.30pm, Tues 5 Apr 8pmThur 7 Apr 5pm and 8pmDir: Jay Roach 2015124 mins, USIn 1947, Dalton Trumbo is Hollywood’s top screenwriter. But he is forced to testify to the House of Un-American Activities Committee, blacklisted and jailed. He uses words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. WHY? Bryan Cranston is both BAFTA and Oscar nominated for his role

ROH Live: GiselleWed 6 Apr 7.15pm£15. 135 minsA live screening of the quintessential Romantic classic. Giselle is a peasant girl. She has fallen in love with Count Albrecht, who has told her he is a villager named Loys. Her discovery of his true identity has devastating consequences. WHY? The greatest of all Romantic ballets

Tues 1 Mar 8pmWed 2 Mar 2pmSat 12 Mar 8pmDir: Alejandro González Iñárritu 2015, 156 mins, USLegendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead. He is betrayed by the hunting team who leave him behind. Glass must navigate a vicious winter in a relentless pursuit to live and find redemption. WHY? Nominated for 8 BAFTAS and 12 Oscars including Best Picture

The Revenant Room

Wed 2 Mar 8pmDir: Jon Drever 201580 mins, UKUnassuming Robert Kenner is struck by a meteor, bestowing him with super powers. He is an overworked and underappreciated civil servant who spends his days saving people. Today he has a day off. And he has a date. All he has to do is act as if this isn’t the most exciting day of his life. WHY? Written by and starring comedian Brett Goldstein, also starring Catherine Tate

SuperBob

Sun 6 Mar 2pm£15. 180 minsEncore screening from the Royal Court Theatre. In a small pub in Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity. But what's the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they've abolished hanging? WHY? ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ The Telegraph★★★★★ Sunday Times★★★★★ Independent

NT Live: Hangmen

Sun 6 Mar 7.30pm, Tues 8 Mar 8pmThur 10 Mar 2pm and 8pmDir: Lenny Abrahamson 2015118 mins, Ir/CaFive year old Jack has a happy life with his devoted Ma. But their home is a windowless room. Ma creates a whole universe for Jack within the room, to ensure he has a fulfilling life. But Jack's curiosity grows and Ma's resilience wanes. They enact a risky plan to escape. WHY? Nominated for 2 BAFTAS and 3 Oscars

SpotlightFri 18 Mar 2pmDir: Thomas McCarthy 2015129 mins, USThe riveting true story of a Pulitzer Prize-winning Boston Globe investigation. The newspaper’s tenacious ‘Spotlight’ team of reporters delve into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church. Their year long investigation uncovers a cover up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment. WHY? Nominated for 3 BAFTAs and 5 Oscars

GoosebumpsWed 30 Mar 5pm, Tues 5 Apr 5.30pmFri 8 Apr 4.30pmDir: Rob Letterman 2015103 mins, US/AuTeenager Zach discovers that his strange next door neighbour is RL Stine - author of Goosebumps. But the monsters he writes about are real and Zach accidentally lets them loose on the town. Can he get them back in the books where they belong? WHY? Starring Jack Black and based on the books written by RL Stine

Wed 16 and Thur 17 Mar 2pmFri 18 Mar 11am (P&B)Tues 22 Mar 8pmSun 27 Mar 2pm and 7.30pmDir: Paolo Sorrentino 2015, 124 mins, It/Fr/UK/SwFred (Michael Caine) is a retired composer while his friend Mick (Harvey Keitel) still works as a film director. Both in their eighties, the pair take a holiday together in the Alps. It is a time to face their future together. WHY? ‘A legend of British cinema teams with Italy’s master of screen sensuality to tell a sparkling tale of nostalgia and sorrow’ Little White Lies

YouthRams

Wed 30 Mar 8pmDir: Grímur Hákonarson 201593 mins, Ic/De/No/Po(Icelandic with English subtitles)

In a secluded Icelandic valley, brothers Gummi and Kiddi live side by side. But the pair haven’t spoken to each other in decades. They each tend a beloved flock of sheep, who carry an ancient lineage. A lethal disease infects Kiddi’s sheep, threatening the entire valley. For the first time in years, the brothers must work together. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

Capture the FlagThur 31 Mar 11.30amSat 2 Apr 11.30amWed 6 Apr 2pmDir: Enrique Gato 201694 mins, SpTwelve year old Mike is the son and grandson of NASA astronauts. An eccentric billionaire hatches a plan to fly to the moon and steal the mineral resources from it. Mike stows away on board a space shuttle in an adventure to save the moon. WHY? The adventure blasts off in 3, 2, 1

Oddball and The PenguinsThur 31 Mar 2pm, Fri 1 Apr 4pmSat 2 Apr 2pm, Wed 6 Apr 11.30amDir: Stuart McDonald 201596 mins, AuOn an island off Australia, a penguin sanctuary is hounded by foxes. Chicken farmer Swampy trains his mischievous dog Oddball to protect the penguins. Can he save the penguins? Based on a true story. WHY? ‘Fun and thoughtfully minded, with a sweet charm that endears from the get-go’ The Guardian

Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Road ChipSun 3 Apr 11.30amDir: Walt Becker 201592 mins, USWhen Alvin, Simon and Theodore meet Dave’s new girlfriend, they like her - but not her son. The trio find a ring in Dave’s bag and think he is going to propose on a trip to Miami. They secretly follow Dave on his travels to sabotage the engagement. WHY? The latest adventure from the three loveable pals

Janis: Little Girl BlueSun 3 Apr 2pmDir: Amy J Berg 2015107 mins, USJanis Joplin is a tragic and misunderstood figure who blazed new creative trails before her death in 1971 at age 27. This insightful documentary examines her story in depth for the first time on film.It is an intimate portrait of a complicated, driven, often beleaguered artist. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

TrumboSun 3 Apr 7.30pm, Tues 5 Apr 8pmThur 7 Apr 5pm and 8pmDir: Jay Roach 2015124 mins, USIn 1947, Dalton Trumbo is Hollywood’s top screenwriter. But he is forced to testify to the House of Un-American Activities Committee, blacklisted and jailed. He uses words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. WHY? Bryan Cranston is both BAFTA and Oscar nominated for his role

ROH Live: GiselleWed 6 Apr 7.15pm£15. 135 minsA live screening of the quintessential Romantic classic. Giselle is a peasant girl. She has fallen in love with Count Albrecht, who has told her he is a villager named Loys. Her discovery of his true identity has devastating consequences. WHY? The greatest of all Romantic ballets

Tues 1 Mar 8pmWed 2 Mar 2pmSat 12 Mar 8pmDir: Alejandro González Iñárritu 2015, 156 mins, USLegendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead. He is betrayed by the hunting team who leave him behind. Glass must navigate a vicious winter in a relentless pursuit to live and find redemption. WHY? Nominated for 8 BAFTAS and 12 Oscars including Best Picture

The Revenant Room

Wed 2 Mar 8pmDir: Jon Drever 201580 mins, UKUnassuming Robert Kenner is struck by a meteor, bestowing him with super powers. He is an overworked and underappreciated civil servant who spends his days saving people. Today he has a day off. And he has a date. All he has to do is act as if this isn’t the most exciting day of his life. WHY? Written by and starring comedian Brett Goldstein, also starring Catherine Tate

SuperBob

Sun 6 Mar 2pm£15. 180 minsEncore screening from the Royal Court Theatre. In a small pub in Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity. But what's the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they've abolished hanging? WHY? ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ The Telegraph★★★★★ Sunday Times★★★★★ Independent

NT Live: Hangmen

Sun 6 Mar 7.30pm, Tues 8 Mar 8pmThur 10 Mar 2pm and 8pmDir: Lenny Abrahamson 2015118 mins, Ir/CaFive year old Jack has a happy life with his devoted Ma. But their home is a windowless room. Ma creates a whole universe for Jack within the room, to ensure he has a fulfilling life. But Jack's curiosity grows and Ma's resilience wanes. They enact a risky plan to escape. WHY? Nominated for 2 BAFTAS and 3 Oscars

SpotlightFri 18 Mar 2pmDir: Thomas McCarthy 2015129 mins, USThe riveting true story of a Pulitzer Prize-winning Boston Globe investigation. The newspaper’s tenacious ‘Spotlight’ team of reporters delve into allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church. Their year long investigation uncovers a cover up at the highest levels of Boston's religious, legal, and government establishment. WHY? Nominated for 3 BAFTAs and 5 Oscars

GoosebumpsWed 30 Mar 5pm, Tues 5 Apr 5.30pmFri 8 Apr 4.30pmDir: Rob Letterman 2015103 mins, US/AuTeenager Zach discovers that his strange next door neighbour is RL Stine - author of Goosebumps. But the monsters he writes about are real and Zach accidentally lets them loose on the town. Can he get them back in the books where they belong? WHY? Starring Jack Black and based on the books written by RL Stine

Wed 16 and Thur 17 Mar 2pmFri 18 Mar 11am (P&B)Tues 22 Mar 8pmSun 27 Mar 2pm and 7.30pmDir: Paolo Sorrentino 2015, 124 mins, It/Fr/UK/SwFred (Michael Caine) is a retired composer while his friend Mick (Harvey Keitel) still works as a film director. Both in their eighties, the pair take a holiday together in the Alps. It is a time to face their future together. WHY? ‘A legend of British cinema teams with Italy’s master of screen sensuality to tell a sparkling tale of nostalgia and sorrow’ Little White Lies

YouthRams

Wed 30 Mar 8pmDir: Grímur Hákonarson 201593 mins, Ic/De/No/Po(Icelandic with English subtitles)

In a secluded Icelandic valley, brothers Gummi and Kiddi live side by side. But the pair haven’t spoken to each other in decades. They each tend a beloved flock of sheep, who carry an ancient lineage. A lethal disease infects Kiddi’s sheep, threatening the entire valley. For the first time in years, the brothers must work together. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

Capture the FlagThur 31 Mar 11.30amSat 2 Apr 11.30amWed 6 Apr 2pmDir: Enrique Gato 201694 mins, SpTwelve year old Mike is the son and grandson of NASA astronauts. An eccentric billionaire hatches a plan to fly to the moon and steal the mineral resources from it. Mike stows away on board a space shuttle in an adventure to save the moon. WHY? The adventure blasts off in 3, 2, 1

Oddball and The PenguinsThur 31 Mar 2pm, Fri 1 Apr 4pmSat 2 Apr 2pm, Wed 6 Apr 11.30amDir: Stuart McDonald 201596 mins, AuOn an island off Australia, a penguin sanctuary is hounded by foxes. Chicken farmer Swampy trains his mischievous dog Oddball to protect the penguins. Can he save the penguins? Based on a true story. WHY? ‘Fun and thoughtfully minded, with a sweet charm that endears from the get-go’ The Guardian

Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Road ChipSun 3 Apr 11.30amDir: Walt Becker 201592 mins, USWhen Alvin, Simon and Theodore meet Dave’s new girlfriend, they like her - but not her son. The trio find a ring in Dave’s bag and think he is going to propose on a trip to Miami. They secretly follow Dave on his travels to sabotage the engagement. WHY? The latest adventure from the three loveable pals

Janis: Little Girl BlueSun 3 Apr 2pmDir: Amy J Berg 2015107 mins, USJanis Joplin is a tragic and misunderstood figure who blazed new creative trails before her death in 1971 at age 27. This insightful documentary examines her story in depth for the first time on film.It is an intimate portrait of a complicated, driven, often beleaguered artist. WHY? ★★★★ The Guardian★★★★ The Times★★★★ Independent

TrumboSun 3 Apr 7.30pm, Tues 5 Apr 8pmThur 7 Apr 5pm and 8pmDir: Jay Roach 2015124 mins, USIn 1947, Dalton Trumbo is Hollywood’s top screenwriter. But he is forced to testify to the House of Un-American Activities Committee, blacklisted and jailed. He uses words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. WHY? Bryan Cranston is both BAFTA and Oscar nominated for his role

ROH Live: GiselleWed 6 Apr 7.15pm£15. 135 minsA live screening of the quintessential Romantic classic. Giselle is a peasant girl. She has fallen in love with Count Albrecht, who has told her he is a villager named Loys. Her discovery of his true identity has devastating consequences. WHY? The greatest of all Romantic ballets

Film GuideMar-Apr 2016

Box Office / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Parent and Baby Screenings (P&B)

Family Viewing

Fri 18 Mar 11am Youth

Thur 14 Apr 11am A Bigger Splash

Thur 21 Apr 10.30am Hail, Ceasar!

Sat 30 Apr 8pm, Sun 1 May 2pmDir: Ben Wheatley 2015118 mins, UKRobert Laing is a young doctor who joins a community in a luxury building in Thatcher's England. The residents exile themselves from society and gradually divide into violent tribes. Their life begins to run out of control. Stars Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller. Based on the 1975 novel by JG Ballard. WHY? ‘Outrageously entertaining’ ★★★★The List

High-Rise

£9.50 (or 3 films for £24) / £8.50 conc (or 3 films for £21)

Films with this logo have been specially picked for our younger audiences.These screenings are £7 (£5 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £20.

Ticket Prices (unless otherwise stated)

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Sun 1 May 7.30pmDir: Robert Eggers 201590 mins, Ca/USNew England, 1630. A farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land. It sits on the edge of an ominous forest. Strange and unsettling things begin to happen almost immediately. The family's faith, loyalty and love soon become tested in shocking and unforgettable ways WHY? Painstakingly recreates a God-fearing New England in which religious convictions tragically turned to mass hysteria

The Witch

Fri 8 Apr 8pm, Wed 13 Apr 8pmThur 14 Apr 11am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Luca Guadagnino 2015124 mins, It/FrRock legend Marianne Lane (Tilda Swinton) is recuperating on a Sicilian island with her partner. She is rocked by the unexpected arrival of her old flame Harry (Ralph Fiennes) and Penelope, who he says is his daughter. He brings with him a blast of nostalgia from which there can be no rescue. WHY? ‘A four-way study of sex and jealousy that boasts outstanding performances’ ★★★★ The Guardian

A Bigger Splash

Fri 15 Apr 8pm, Tues 19 Apr 8pmThur 21 Apr 10.30am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen 2016106 mins, UK/USIn 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix is chief fixer for film studio Capitol Pictures. His job is to make sure the studio’s stars stay out of trouble. In one long day he is faced with the abduction of the studio’s biggest star, an actress pregnant out of wedlock and gossip columnists looking for dirt. WHY? ‘A hilarious return to form for Coen brothers’ ★★★★ Evening Standard

Tues 16 and Wed 17 Feb 8pmSun 21 Feb 2pmDir: Duke Johnson, Charlie Kaufman 2015, 90 mins, USMichael Stone is a husband, father and successful motivational speaker. But he is crippled by the mundanity of his life. On a business trip, he meets Lisa, an unassuming baked goods sales rep. Their encounter throws the dullness of his life into disarray. WHY? A tender, touching and achingly funny black comedy - filmed entirely in breathtaking stop motion animation

Anomalisa

TBCCERT

Thur 28 Apr 8pm, Fri 29 Apr 2pm and 8pm, Sat 30 Apr 2pmDir: Xavier Giannoli 2015, 129 mins, Fr/Cz/Be(French with English subtitles)

1921: Not far from Paris, the wealthy socialite Marguerite Dumont holds a party. She takes centre stage to sing enthusiastically but terribly. A young journalist writes a rave article on her latest performance. It fuels Marguerite’s ambition to perform in front of a crowd of complete strangers. WHY? A runaway success in its native France and featuring music from Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi

Marguerite

Exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including cup of tea); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBy phone / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Sun 24 Apr 2pmDir: Michel Franco 201593 mins, Mex/FrDavid (Tim Roth) is a nurse who works with terminally ill patients. He develops strong relationships with each person he cares for. Outside of his work, David is struggling with an ongoing burden of guilt and remorse. As the weight becomes unbearable, he must face his past in order to heal. WHY? An enigmatic and deeply moving character study

Chronic

Thur 28 Apr 2pmDir: Kent Jones 201590 mins, Fr/USIn 1962 Alfred Hitchcock and French director François Truffaut spent a week together to talk about the art of cinema. Based on the original recordings of this meeting the documentary illustrates the greatest cinema lesson of all time. WHY? ‘Terrific retrospective… a brilliant commentary on the discourse of cinema then, and now’★★★★ The Guardian

Hitchcock / TruffautHail, Ceasar!

Film GuideMar-Apr 2016

Box Office / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Parent and Baby Screenings (P&B)

Family Viewing

Fri 18 Mar 11am Youth

Thur 14 Apr 11am A Bigger Splash

Thur 21 Apr 10.30am Hail, Ceasar!

Sat 30 Apr 8pm, Sun 1 May 2pmDir: Ben Wheatley 2015118 mins, UKRobert Laing is a young doctor who joins a community in a luxury building in Thatcher's England. The residents exile themselves from society and gradually divide into violent tribes. Their life begins to run out of control. Stars Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller. Based on the 1975 novel by JG Ballard. WHY? ‘Outrageously entertaining’ ★★★★The List

High-Rise

£9.50 (or 3 films for £24) / £8.50 conc (or 3 films for £21)

Films with this logo have been specially picked for our younger audiences.These screenings are £7 (£5 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £20.

Ticket Prices (unless otherwise stated)

TBCCERT

TBCCERT

TBCCERT

Sun 1 May 7.30pmDir: Robert Eggers 201590 mins, Ca/USNew England, 1630. A farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land. It sits on the edge of an ominous forest. Strange and unsettling things begin to happen almost immediately. The family's faith, loyalty and love soon become tested in shocking and unforgettable ways WHY? Painstakingly recreates a God-fearing New England in which religious convictions tragically turned to mass hysteria

The Witch

Fri 8 Apr 8pm, Wed 13 Apr 8pmThur 14 Apr 11am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Luca Guadagnino 2015124 mins, It/FrRock legend Marianne Lane (Tilda Swinton) is recuperating on a Sicilian island with her partner. She is rocked by the unexpected arrival of her old flame Harry (Ralph Fiennes) and Penelope, who he says is his daughter. He brings with him a blast of nostalgia from which there can be no rescue. WHY? ‘A four-way study of sex and jealousy that boasts outstanding performances’ ★★★★ The Guardian

A Bigger Splash

Fri 15 Apr 8pm, Tues 19 Apr 8pmThur 21 Apr 10.30am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen 2016106 mins, UK/USIn 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix is chief fixer for film studio Capitol Pictures. His job is to make sure the studio’s stars stay out of trouble. In one long day he is faced with the abduction of the studio’s biggest star, an actress pregnant out of wedlock and gossip columnists looking for dirt. WHY? ‘A hilarious return to form for Coen brothers’ ★★★★ Evening Standard

Tues 16 and Wed 17 Feb 8pmSun 21 Feb 2pmDir: Duke Johnson, Charlie Kaufman 2015, 90 mins, USMichael Stone is a husband, father and successful motivational speaker. But he is crippled by the mundanity of his life. On a business trip, he meets Lisa, an unassuming baked goods sales rep. Their encounter throws the dullness of his life into disarray. WHY? A tender, touching and achingly funny black comedy - filmed entirely in breathtaking stop motion animation

Anomalisa

TBCCERT

Thur 28 Apr 8pm, Fri 29 Apr 2pm and 8pm, Sat 30 Apr 2pmDir: Xavier Giannoli 2015, 129 mins, Fr/Cz/Be(French with English subtitles)

1921: Not far from Paris, the wealthy socialite Marguerite Dumont holds a party. She takes centre stage to sing enthusiastically but terribly. A young journalist writes a rave article on her latest performance. It fuels Marguerite’s ambition to perform in front of a crowd of complete strangers. WHY? A runaway success in its native France and featuring music from Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi

Marguerite

Exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including cup of tea); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBy phone / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Sun 24 Apr 2pmDir: Michel Franco 201593 mins, Mex/FrDavid (Tim Roth) is a nurse who works with terminally ill patients. He develops strong relationships with each person he cares for. Outside of his work, David is struggling with an ongoing burden of guilt and remorse. As the weight becomes unbearable, he must face his past in order to heal. WHY? An enigmatic and deeply moving character study

Chronic

Thur 28 Apr 2pmDir: Kent Jones 201590 mins, Fr/USIn 1962 Alfred Hitchcock and French director François Truffaut spent a week together to talk about the art of cinema. Based on the original recordings of this meeting the documentary illustrates the greatest cinema lesson of all time. WHY? ‘Terrific retrospective… a brilliant commentary on the discourse of cinema then, and now’★★★★ The Guardian

Hitchcock / TruffautHail, Ceasar!

Film GuideMar-Apr 2016

Box Office / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Parent and Baby Screenings (P&B)

Family Viewing

Fri 18 Mar 11am Youth

Thur 14 Apr 11am A Bigger Splash

Thur 21 Apr 10.30am Hail, Ceasar!

Sat 30 Apr 8pm, Sun 1 May 2pmDir: Ben Wheatley 2015118 mins, UKRobert Laing is a young doctor who joins a community in a luxury building in Thatcher's England. The residents exile themselves from society and gradually divide into violent tribes. Their life begins to run out of control. Stars Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller. Based on the 1975 novel by JG Ballard. WHY? ‘Outrageously entertaining’ ★★★★The List

High-Rise

£9.50 (or 3 films for £24) / £8.50 conc (or 3 films for £21)

Films with this logo have been specially picked for our younger audiences.These screenings are £7 (£5 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £20.

Ticket Prices (unless otherwise stated)

TBCCERT

TBCCERT

TBCCERT

Sun 1 May 7.30pmDir: Robert Eggers 201590 mins, Ca/USNew England, 1630. A farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land. It sits on the edge of an ominous forest. Strange and unsettling things begin to happen almost immediately. The family's faith, loyalty and love soon become tested in shocking and unforgettable ways WHY? Painstakingly recreates a God-fearing New England in which religious convictions tragically turned to mass hysteria

The Witch

Fri 8 Apr 8pm, Wed 13 Apr 8pmThur 14 Apr 11am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Luca Guadagnino 2015124 mins, It/FrRock legend Marianne Lane (Tilda Swinton) is recuperating on a Sicilian island with her partner. She is rocked by the unexpected arrival of her old flame Harry (Ralph Fiennes) and Penelope, who he says is his daughter. He brings with him a blast of nostalgia from which there can be no rescue. WHY? ‘A four-way study of sex and jealousy that boasts outstanding performances’ ★★★★ The Guardian

A Bigger Splash

Fri 15 Apr 8pm, Tues 19 Apr 8pmThur 21 Apr 10.30am (P&B) and 2pmDir: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen 2016106 mins, UK/USIn 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix is chief fixer for film studio Capitol Pictures. His job is to make sure the studio’s stars stay out of trouble. In one long day he is faced with the abduction of the studio’s biggest star, an actress pregnant out of wedlock and gossip columnists looking for dirt. WHY? ‘A hilarious return to form for Coen brothers’ ★★★★ Evening Standard

Tues 16 and Wed 17 Feb 8pmSun 21 Feb 2pmDir: Duke Johnson, Charlie Kaufman 2015, 90 mins, USMichael Stone is a husband, father and successful motivational speaker. But he is crippled by the mundanity of his life. On a business trip, he meets Lisa, an unassuming baked goods sales rep. Their encounter throws the dullness of his life into disarray. WHY? A tender, touching and achingly funny black comedy - filmed entirely in breathtaking stop motion animation

Anomalisa

TBCCERT

Thur 28 Apr 8pm, Fri 29 Apr 2pm and 8pm, Sat 30 Apr 2pmDir: Xavier Giannoli 2015, 129 mins, Fr/Cz/Be(French with English subtitles)

1921: Not far from Paris, the wealthy socialite Marguerite Dumont holds a party. She takes centre stage to sing enthusiastically but terribly. A young journalist writes a rave article on her latest performance. It fuels Marguerite’s ambition to perform in front of a crowd of complete strangers. WHY? A runaway success in its native France and featuring music from Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi

Marguerite

Exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including cup of tea); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBy phone / 01628 788997 Online / www.nordenfarm.org

Sun 24 Apr 2pmDir: Michel Franco 201593 mins, Mex/FrDavid (Tim Roth) is a nurse who works with terminally ill patients. He develops strong relationships with each person he cares for. Outside of his work, David is struggling with an ongoing burden of guilt and remorse. As the weight becomes unbearable, he must face his past in order to heal. WHY? An enigmatic and deeply moving character study

Chronic

Thur 28 Apr 2pmDir: Kent Jones 201590 mins, Fr/USIn 1962 Alfred Hitchcock and French director François Truffaut spent a week together to talk about the art of cinema. Based on the original recordings of this meeting the documentary illustrates the greatest cinema lesson of all time. WHY? ‘Terrific retrospective… a brilliant commentary on the discourse of cinema then, and now’★★★★ The Guardian

Hitchcock / TruffautHail, Ceasar!