Katherine Parr, the sixth wife of King Henry VIII, is named regent while the tyrant battles abroad. When the king returns, increasingly ill and paranoid, Katherine finds herself fighting for her own survival.

One woman managed to live through and survive the tumultuous sovereignty of King Henry VIII: that woman was Catherine Parr (Alicia Vikander). Director Karim Aïnouz brings her story to life with conviction and style in this historical period drama based on the 2013 novel ‘Queen’s Gambit’ by Elizabeth Fremantle. Parr possessed a certain strength and dedication. She spent time perfecting her craft of writing and spreading her modern religious views while ruling as regent queen when her husband went off to handle military affairs. However, Catherine’s passion for tolerance leads her down a dangerous path when she begins to make frequent visits to Anne Askew (Erin Doherty), a protestant radical who calls for the end of Henry VIII’s rule. Such an act would be treason, and should she get caught, Henry would have no difficulty resorting to old measures. This is a survival tale as good as any, when her back was pushed against the wall, Parr had to pursue desperate measures. The two leads provide stellar memorable performances with Oscar-winner Vikander being quietly compelling in every scene, while Law revels in playing the decaying king.

UK/USA 2024 Karim Aïnouz 121m

This is the first full length feature documentary about Eric Ravilious, told in his own words through previously unseen private correspondence, made with the blessing of the Ravilious estate.

Sun 8 Sep 15:30

Thu 12 Sep 12:45

Lily Bloom moves to Boston to chase her lifelong dream of opening her own business. A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid soon sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, she begins to see sides of Ryle that remind her of her parents' relationship.

‘It Ends with Us’, is adapted from the worldwide bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover. Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life in Boston and a chance to chase a lifelong dream of opening her own business. Cracks then begin to appear in her new intensely exciting relationship with neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni) reminding her of her parents’ relationship. When Lily’s first love, Atlas Corrigan, re-enters her life, her relationship with Ryle is upended, and Lily realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.

USA 2024 Director Justin Baldoni 130m

Le Chêne

We discover the untold stories of the forest within the heart of an ancient oak tree following the many creatures inhabiting it in this spectacular wildlife documentary adventure.

From one ancient oak, a world of magic unfolds. ‘Heart of an Oak’ is a poetic, wordless documentary film that explores the inner life of a 210-year-old, 17-metre high oak tree in Sologne in north-central France.  As we explore the eco-system of this complex forest, we encounter wildlife families co-existing within their own society, experiencing problems with the neighbours, education, solidarity, self-protection and survival. This beautifully filmed nature documentary follows the tree and its inhabitants of insects, birds, mice and a red squirrel during a full calendar year. A feast for the senses, it premiered at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival, and was nominated for Best Documentary at the 48th César Awards.

France 2022 Directors Laurent Charbonnier & Michel Seydoux 80m

ROH

It’s Figaro’s wedding, and you’re invited to join the Almaviva household for an uproarious day of revelation and scandal.

Tue 10 Sep 18:30

Sun 15 Sep 13:00