With a superb lineup set to warm the hearts and minds of cinemagoers this winter, the 2026 Hurtigruten Nordic Film Festival (formerly the Scandinavian Film Festival) returns to Palace Cinemas from July until August. Featuring the best new cinema from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, this year’s formidable line-up showcases cinematic legends, breathtaking landscapes and the unique storytelling and profound cultural insights that has earned Nordic cinema a distinct place in the film world.

Defy the Gods. In a visionary reimagining of Homer’s timeless epic, Academy Award-winning auteur Christopher Nolan brings a masterful fusion of myth and spectacle in THE ODYSSEY. Starring Matt Damon as the indomitable Odysseus, this highly anticipated adaptation chronicles the hero’s treacherous journey home after the Trojan War. With a gripping ensemble of talent, Nolan crafts a mesmerizing tale of survival, sacrifice, and defiance. Joining Damon in this star-studded cast are Tom Holland as Telemachus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Zendaya as Athena, and Robert Pattinson as Antinous. Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal, and Mia Goth round out the A-list ensemble. After the dust of the Trojan War has settled, Odysseus (Damon), the legendary king of Ithaca, embarks on a perilous odyssey across the seas to reunite with his beloved wife, Penelope, and son, Telemachus. But the gods of Olympus - led by the vengeful Poseidon - have other plans, and each step he takes brings him deeper into a world where the boundaries between man and myth blur. Torn between loyalty, love, and vengeance, Odysseus must confront not only the supernatural horrors that lurk at every turn but also the depths of his own soul. With breathtaking visuals, relentless pacing, and Nolan’s signature exploration of the human condition, THE ODYSSEY is a cinematic tour de force and a journey through the ancient world that is as audacious and ambitious as the hero at its centre.

EXCLUSIVE 70MM SEASON AT THE ASTOR THEATRE & JAMES STREET FROM JULY 16. Defy the Gods in 70mm. In a visionary reimagining of Homer’s timeless epic, Academy Award-winning auteur Christopher Nolan brings a masterful fusion of myth and spectacle in THE ODYSSEY. Starring Matt Damon as the indomitable Odysseus, this highly anticipated adaptation chronicles the hero’s treacherous journey home after the Trojan War. With a gripping ensemble of talent, Nolan crafts a mesmerizing tale of survival, sacrifice, and defiance. Joining Damon in this star-studded cast are Tom Holland as Telemachus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Zendaya as Athena, and Robert Pattinson as Antinous. Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal, and Mia Goth round out the A-list ensemble. After the dust of the Trojan War has settled, Odysseus (Damon), the legendary king of Ithaca, embarks on a perilous odyssey across the seas to reunite with his beloved wife, Penelope, and son, Telemachus. But the gods of Olympus - led by the vengeful Poseidon - have other plans, and each step he takes brings him deeper into a world where the boundaries between man and myth blur. Torn between loyalty, love, and vengeance, Odysseus must confront not only the supernatural horrors that lurk at every turn but also the depths of his own soul. With breathtaking visuals, relentless pacing, and Nolan’s signature exploration of the human condition, THE ODYSSEY is a cinematic tour de force and a journey through the ancient world that is as audacious and ambitious as the hero at its centre. A journey worthy of the Gods, presented as it was meant to be seen - in 70mm.

In 2025, nearly 30 individuals learn unexpectedly that they are linked by one shared ancestor, Adèle Meunier (Suzanne Lindon). The legacy awaiting them is unusual: a countryside home in Normandy, abandoned for decades and suspended in time. Four of them, Seb (Abraham Wapler), Abdel (Zinedine Soualem, Divertimento, AF FFF24), Céline (Julia Piaton, Like a Prince, AF FFF25) and Guy (Vincent Macaigne, Three Friends, AF FFF25), are sent to survey the estate. They enter the property expecting organisation, documentation and clear boundaries. The house replies with echoes. As they uncover traces of Adèle’s life, the story opens onto another era. In 1895, Adèle leaves Normandy at twenty and reappears in Paris, a city alive with invention, early photography and the rise of Impressionism. The film moves between 2025 and 1895, letting the past mirror the present. This dialogue across time gently challenges the relatives’ certainties, inviting them to rethink identity, legacy and the future they carry without realising it. With COLOURS OF TIME, Cédric Klapisch (Rise, AF FFF22, Back to Burgundy, AF FFF18) fashions a sensitive and luminous family saga, connecting the great history of the 19th century to contemporary questions and the invisible ties that shape us across generations.

It'll be fun. Fresh from Sundance, where it emerged as one of the festival's breakout hits, THE INVITE is the acclaimed new comedy from Olivia Wilde (Booksmart, Don’t Worry Darling), praised for its razor-sharp humour, crackling chemistry and perceptive take on modern relationships. Feeling stuck and increasingly disconnected, Joe (Emmy winner Seth Rogen) and Angela (Olivia Wilde) invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbours over for dinner. What begins as an awkward evening of drinks and conversation soon drifts into increasingly unexpected territory, forcing everyone at the table to confront uncomfortable truths about love, attraction and commitment. Also starring Academy Award winner Penélope Cruz and Golden Globe winner Edward Norton, THE INVITE balances biting comedy with surprising emotional insight, serving up a deliciously awkward examination of the delicate rules that keep relationships together- or pull them apart.

The ocean is calling. The Academy Award nominated animated film sails into its live action debut in MOANA, directed by Tony and Emmy Winner Thomas Kail (Hamilton). Moana (Australian newcomer Catherine Laga’aia) the adventurous daughter of the island chief ventures beyond the reef to save her people. Joined by the legendary demigod Maui (Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson), Moana sets out to right the curse befallen on her people and become a way-finder of the sea. Encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds, their action-packed voyage leads Moana to fulfill the ancient quest of her ancestors and discover the one thing she has always sought: her own identity. Featuring an all-star New Zealand ensemble cast, including Frankie Adams, John Tui and Rena Owen, MOANA weaves together powerful ballads, mystical creatures and ageless fun into an adventure that explores the importance of self-discovery and following ones’ destiny to go far.

The toys are back. Academy Award winner Tom Hanks, Golden Globe winner Tim Allen and Academy Award nominee Joan Cusack return as family favourite toy trio, Woody, Buzz and Jessie in Disney and Pixar’s TOY STORY 5. In the modern world of play, the toys face their biggest challenge yet, technology. Confronted with the new threat of children abandoning traditional toys for technology, Woody and the gang reunite to battle the latest villain in the playroom, the tablet Lilypad (voiced by Golden Globe nominee Greta Lee). After the toys hard work to prepare their owner Bonnie to make friends is hijacked by the arrival of Lilypad, veteran toy Woody returns from his adventures in the outside world of lost toys to help set her back on track. With standout voice performances from Golden Globe nominee Annie Potts, Emmy winner Tony Hale, Keanu Reeves and Wallace Shawn, TOY STORY 5 brings something for the whole family, joining ‘90s nostalgia and timeless fun into a deeply emotional journey of friendship, loyalty and growing up.

Hollywood has a monster problem. From beloved director Pierre Coffin (Despicable Me 1, 2, 3) comes the latest instalment in the Despicable Me franchise, MINIONS & MONSTERS. A new tribe of Minions find themselves in Hollywood at the dawn of cinema. Minions, James and Henry wind up crashing a Hollywood film set in the 1920s and their brief and accidental appearance on camera pays off and before they know it the Minions are bona-fide movie stars. The Minions begin to live the Hollywood lifestyle, throwing lavish parties, living in a huge mansion, and inspiring an army of fans to dress in overalls and goggles. However, their 15 minutes of fame are soon up, destitute and aimless, the Minions roam the streets of Hollywood looking for a purpose… and a new evil master to serve. James and Henry haven fallen in love with making movies, want to make an awesome monster movie of their own, so with the help of a spellbook taken from an old boss they summon some fearsome monsters to play the villains in their movie. When things go haywire, James, Henry, and all their buddies must work together to save the world from a band of rampaging monsters. With an all-star ensemble voice cast, including Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz, Academy Award nominee Jesse Eisenberg and Zoey Deutch, MINIONS & MONSTERS brings timeless fun to the whole family.

Be careful what you wish for. From writer-director Curry Barker, comes the chilling horror-thriller OBSESSION, a cynical and twisted love story that dives head deep into the horror of what being with someone by any means necessary could do to you. After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush Nikki's (Inde Navarrette) heart, Bear (Michael Johnston) a young hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for. When Nikki quickly becomes increasingly obsessed with him to a frightening and violent degree, Bear soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price. With a standout, chaotic and unnerving lead performance from Navarette and an ingenious skewering of relationship dynamics, OBSESSION is a sharp, unnerving, and surprisingly funny descent into the dangers of wanting to be loved a little too much.

The best-reviewed film of the 2025 Berlinale, Gabriel Mascaro’s The Blue Trail is a breathtaking cinematic odyssey that follows the misadventures of a remarkable Brazilian woman who, as her working life draws to an end, secretly sets out on a trip down the Amazon to fulfil a long-held dream. In the near future, independent 77-year-old Tereza (the astonishing Denise Weinberg) has lived her whole life in a small, industrialised town, working at a local factory. One day she receives an official government order, forcing relocation to an isolated housing colony where people are brought to ‘enjoy’ their lives in comfort. But Tereza wasn’t expecting the directive yet. Refusing to accept the order, Tereza impulsively decides to embark on a journey down the rivers and tributaries of the Amazon… one that will change her destiny forever. Vividly showcasing both the natural beauty and corruption of the Amazon, this is an enchanting celebration of vitality, resilience and defiance that will make hearts and spirits soar.

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? From legendary three-time Academy Award winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg, comes the gripping sci-fi thriller DISCLOSURE DAY. When cybersecurity expert (Golden Globe winner Josh O’Connor) and meteorologist (Academy Award nominee Emily Blunt) discover proof of alien life simultaneously, they try to reveal the truth to the world all at once, while facing intense government secrecy. Featuring an all-star ensemble cast, including Academy Award winner Colin Firth, Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo, Wyatt Russell and Eve Hewson. Returning to the sci-fi genre over 40 years on from his critically acclaimed works, E.T the Extra-Terrestrial and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Spielberg weaves a chilling story of control, knowledge and power in DISCLOSURE DAY, making audiences question if we are truly alone in this universe and what we would do if we found out we weren’t.

Everybody has one hidden talent. From Academy Award winner, director Daniel Roher (Navalny), comes his first narrative feature, TUNER, a gripping crime-drama that follows a piano tuner’s unexpected aptitude for cracking safes. Niki (Leo Woodall) a gifted young piano tuner who possesses a heightened sense of hearing, draws the attention of criminals who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. With his once-promising musical career over, he works across New York with his mentor Harry Horowitz (Academy Award winner Dustin Hoffman), encountering composition student Ruthie (Havana Rose Liu), with whom he forges an unexpected connection. When Niki's safecracking begins to pull him into increasingly dangerous territory, his budding romance with Ruthie starts to become threatened and he must soon decide whether to dive deeper into the criminal world or forge his own path. Featuring a standout ensemble cast, including Tony nominee Tovah Feldshuh and Jean Reno, TUNER expertly weaves a melodic jazz score, exceptional lead performances and a unique twist into a composition that makes the film pitch-perfect.

FROM JULY 2 SEE THE EVERYTHING MUST GO EDITION OF BACKROOMS - WITH 16 MINUTES OF BONUS FOOTAGE Break through the pane and you can open the window within. The debut feature film from A24’s youngest up and coming director, twenty-year-old Kane Parsons, BACKROOMS is a psychological horror that will have you questioning those in-between places in everyday life. Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor) a depressed and misanthropic furniture store owner feeling stuck in the simplicity of his life, one night discovers a doorway in his store that transports him to the haunting and unending backrooms. After sharing his discovery with his therapist Mary (Renate Reinsve), Clark sets out to prove their existence, unaware of the dangers within. Inspired by the viral YouTube short films Parsons created in his teens under the alias Kane Pixels, The Backrooms (Found Footage) and with gripping performances from Oscar winner Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) and Oscar nominee Renate Reinsve (Sentimental Value), BACKROOMS is an unnerving exploration of loneliness, that will make you question how far someone will go to prove that they’re right. Get lost in the Backrooms and see how far they go.

From acclaimed writer-director Olivier Assayas (Summer Hours), comes the adaptation of Giuliano da Empoli’s 2022 novel, THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN, a sharp political satire of the final years of the Soviet Union and the turbulent start of the Russian Federation. Russia, early 1990s. Amid post-Soviet chaos, a brilliant young man, Vadim Baranov (BAFTA nominee Paul Dano), charts his path. First an artist, then a reality TV producer, he becomes the spin doctor to a rising KGB agent: Vladimir Putin. At the heart of power, Baranov shapes the new Russia, blurring the boundaries between truth and lies, belief and manipulation. Only the magnetic Ksenia is beyond his control, tempting him away from this dangerous game. Years later, after retreating into silence and shrouded in mystery, Baranov finally opens up, revealing the dark secrets of the regime he helped build. Featuring an outstanding performance from Academy Award nominee Jude Law as Putin, THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN investigates the notion, that in an age where truth can be manufactured, the people doing the manufacturing hold so much of reality in their hands.

This music-packed documentary tells the story of Pene Pati and his brother Amitai Pati, and their against-the-odds journey from Samoa to platinum-selling success in the trio Sol3 Mio and on to the world’s greatest opera stages. Bursting with humour, heart and soaring performances, the film reveals the resilience born of adversity, the richness of family and culture, and the rewards that come from following an unlikely dream.

BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.

He sold his soul for rock ‘n’ roll. From critically acclaimed filmmaker Brian De Palma (Carrie, Scarface) comes the Academy Award nominated musical-horror PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, a stylized rock opera filled with an exceptional rock score by Paul Williams. After record producer Swan steals the music of songwriter Winslow Leach and gives it to one of his bands, Leach sneaks into Swan's offices. Catching Leach, Swan frames him for dealing drugs, which lands him in prison. After Leach breaks out and again attempts to sabotage Swan's empire, an accident crushes his face. Leach then dons a costume and becomes the Phantom, intent on ruining Swan while saving singer Phoenix from a terrible fate. Featuring a standout cast, including Academy Award and Grammy winner Paul Williams, William Finley (Sisters), Gerrit Graham (Used Cars) and Jessica Harper (Love and Death), PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE is a near-psychedelic experience built on pure passion and unadulterated artistry.

EVIL DEAD BURN unleashes the franchise’s most savage and terrifying chapter to date, dragging demonic mayhem back onto the big screen with a brutal new wave of horror. Following the death of her husband, a grieving woman retreats to her in-laws’ isolated family home in search of comfort and stability. Instead, the gathering spirals into a nightmare as family members begin transforming into Deadites one by one, forcing her into a relentless fight for survival against the people closest to her. Leaning into the series’ signature mix of visceral horror, practical gore and pitch-black humour, possession spreads as quickly as paranoia, turning a fractured family reunion into a blood-soaked nightmare where love, loyalty and survival become impossible to untangle.

The enchanting new comedy of manners from acclaimed writer/director Grégory Magne (whose debut Perfumes was a sleeper success in 2019), THE MUSICIANS stars Valérie Donzelli as a wealthy heiress whose plan to stage a landmark concert is derailed by the clashing egos of the virtuosos recruited for the performance. Astrid Thompson (Donzelli) is determined to honour her late industrialist father’s final wish: unite four priceless Stradivariusstringed instruments for the premiere recital of a new composition by his favourite artist, to be live-streamed for music lovers globally. With just six days to rehearse, a quartet is assembled, but the dream quickly unravels: the musicians are at odds, blinded by their differences and prejudices, and seemingly incapable of working together. With the deadline fast approaching, Astrid tries to coax the reclusive composer of the score, Charlie Beaumont (Frédéric Pierrot), out from creative seclusion in the desperate hope of salvaging the event… As the film crescendos to a tender, exhilarating finale where harmony is found not only in music but human connection, THE MUSICIANS celebrates both the chaos and beauty of collaboration. Set amidst the villas, vineyards, and chapels of the stunning Champagne region, with an exquisite original score by Grégoire Hetzel, this is sparkling entertainment for the heart (and ears).

One voice. One unforgettable spectacle. Sia: Nostalgic for the Present - a bold, genre-defying experience that trades pop pageantry for pure artistry. Awe-inspiring vocals, breathtaking choreography, and iconic performances, captured cinematically and soundtracked by an unmatched catalog of hits. In 2016, Sia toured the world mirroring this film live on stage, frame for frame. Remastered for its tenth anniversary, it stands alone for the first time - not as a concert film, but as a visual masterpiece unlike anything in music since. Starring Maddie Ziegler, Kristen Wiig, Paul Dano, Ben Mendelsohn, Gaby Hoffmann, and Tig Notaro. Choreographed by Ryan Heffington. Directed by Sia and Daniel Askill.

Three women who are tired of cheap men and a lack of money. They intend to use all their talents to trap and marry three eligible millionaires, but find true love in the process.

A witty and delightfully offbeat mystery with a mischievous streak, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES finds unexpected intrigue in the rhythms of everyday farm life, led by a charming performance from Hugh Jackman. Life on the farm seems ordinary at first, until small details begin to stand out. At its centre is George (Jackman), a kind-hearted shepherd who reads detective novels aloud each night, never suspecting his flock is far more perceptive than he realises. As events on the farm begin to unsettle the usual order, the sheep find themselves drawn into something they don’t fully understand, relying on instinct, observation and what they’ve picked up along the way. As their curiosity grows, the world beyond the pasture begins to open up, bringing new encounters and unfamiliar dynamics. What follows is an unfolding investigation shaped by instinct, misdirection and the challenge of making sense of a world far bigger than their own. With its inventive spirit and lightly comic perspective, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES blends warmth, wit and a sense of wonder, finding delight in the everyday and celebrating the brilliance of the overlooked. A playful, family-friendly adventure that proves even the most unlikely heroes can crack the case.

Everybody wants this. Nearly twenty years after first strutting onto the cultural runway, the icons of The Devil Wears Prada return for the long-awaited sequel, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci slip back into their impeccably styled roles as Miranda, Andy, Emily, and Nigel, transporting audiences to the glamourous couture chaos of New York City from the glossy corridors of Runway Magazine to the fast-paced sidewalks that double as the city’s unofficial catwalk. The sequel stitches together the original creative team - director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna - reuniting them with the film’s core cast while unveiling a fresh collection of star-studded talent including, Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, Lucy Liu, Patrick Brammall, Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Pauline Chalamet, B. J. Novak, and Conrad Ricamora. Secure your tickets now. That's all...

Set against the sweeping highlands of Scotland, Glenrothan is a heartfelt drama about roots, reconciliation, and the ties that refuse to be broken. The story follows two estranged brothers who return to their hometown after years apart, each carrying the weight of old conflicts and unspoken regrets. Drawn back by the passing of their father, they find themselves not only confronting family history but also rediscovering the power of community in a place where tradition runs deep. Shot with breathtaking cinematography that captures both the rugged beauty and quiet intimacy of rural life, Glenrothan is as much a love letter to the landscape as it is a stirring human story. The film blends warmth, humour, and poignancy, offering audiences a moving exploration of belonging and forgiveness. This is the directorial debut from Brian Cox, who stars alongside an outstanding ensemble including Alan Cumming, Shirley Henderson, Alexandra Shipp, and Siobhan Redmond. Anchored by a script rich with authenticity, Glenrothan is an evocative journey into the heart of family, memory, and homecoming.

It will never stop. A haunting and authentic directorial debut from Australian writer-director Adrian Chiarella, LEVITICUS delivers a new, poignant entry into the coming-of-age horror genre. An isolated Australian small town hosts the evils of religious fanaticism and its consequences for queer youth, creating an atmosphere that is both chilling and near-claustrophobic. Joe Bird (Talk to Me) and Stacy Clausen intimately embody Naim and Ryan, magnetically attracted teens coming into their sexuality, yet facing physical and spiritual violence at every turn. When their growing bond is discovered by their community, a ritual is performed on them, releasing a violent entity that takes the form of the victim’s purest desire, each other. At times sensual, and just as often thrilling, with a standout performance from the critically acclaimed Mia Wasikowska, LEVITICUS shines as an authentic reflection on what it means to love queerly despite the persistent dangers from within and without.

Bad news sells best. Returning to cinemas 75 years after its release, Academy Award winner, director Billy Wilder’s (Sabrina, The Seven Year Itch) satirical drama ACE IN THE HOLE. With flaws that outweigh his talent, reporter Chuck Tatum (Kirk Douglas) has bounced across the country from job to job. Winding up in New Mexico, Tatum gets work from the local newspaper but finds that there's not much in the way of pressing news. However, when Tatum catches wind of a treasure hunter (Richard Benedict) trapped in a mineshaft, he turns the story into a media sensation. Soon Tatum is using unscrupulous tactics to draw out the situation, an approach that comes back to haunt him. Featuring exceptional performances from Academy Award nominee Kirk Douglas and Academy Award nominee Jan Sterling, ACE IN THE HOLE is a tremendously engrossing and harrowingly realistic portrayal of how far one will go to succeed.

The man. The music. The legend. From acclaimed director Antoine Fuqua (Training Day) comes MICHAEL, the highly anticipated cinematic portrait of one of the most influential artists of all time, starring Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in his feature film debut. Tracing his extraordinary rise from the young star of the Jackson 5 to the global icon who redefined pop music, MICHAEL explores the life behind the spectacle, capturing the creative ambition, personal challenges and relentless drive that shaped the King of Pop. Directed by Fuqua and written by Academy Award nominee John Logan (Gladiator), the film brings together a powerful ensemble including Colman Domingo (Joe Jackson), Nia Long (Katherine Jackson) and Miles Teller (John Branca), alongside Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael. Featuring the music, moves and moments that defined a generation, MICHAEL is an electrifying big-screen experience that celebrates the legacy of a cultural icon whose impact continues to shape music and performance today.

Johnny Knoxville and the gang return for one final fling at the big screen. Featuring all-new stunts and stupidity along with the greatest hits and biggest laughs from the past, jackass: best and last is a joyously raucous celebration of all the mischievous camaraderie that you’ve come to love and expect from these idiots over the past 25 years. So, grab your dumb little buddies, raise your glasses, and come experience the cinematic event that promises to be the last time you’ll ever laugh this hard in a theatre.

From acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh, THE CHRISTOPHERS is a sharp, darkly comic exploration of art, legacy and deception, led by Golden Globe winner Ian McKellen and Emmy winner Michaela Coel. At its centre is Julian Sklar (McKellen), a once celebrated painter now living in reclusion, whose unfinished works become the focus of a covert scheme orchestrated by his estranged children. Hoping to secure their inheritance, they enlist Lori (Coel), a skilled art restorer, to quietly complete the paintings in his distinctive style, blurring the line between preservation and imitation. What begins as an act of forgery gradually unfolds into something more intricate, as Julian and Lori enter a shifting battle of intellect and influence. As their dynamic deepens, questions of authorship, authenticity and ownership come to the fore, revealing the uneasy relationship between artistic creation and commercial value. Wry, intimate and layered, THE CHRISTOPHERS offers a fascinating meditation on how art is created, valued and ultimately claimed, where legacy is as contested as the work itself.

Chaoshan grandmother Ye Shurou has always lived a quiet, ordinary life, content in her old age. Little does she know that her grandson Xiaowei, burdened by debt and hiding it from his family, has secretly traveled to Thailand in search of his grandfather Zheng Musheng — rumored to have become a billionaire there. However, the news Xiaowei brings shatters the family's peace. The husband she thought had found another lover in Thailand, Zheng Musheng, had in fact passed away many years ago. Even more shocking is that an unknown woman, through remittance letters known as Qiaopi, had quietly shouldered the responsibility of supporting the family in Musheng's name for decades. As a yellowed, faded Qiaopi unfolds, the truth buried for decades gradually comes to light. Across the long river of time, the bonds among these three figures — transcending borders, fate, and the cruelty of their era — have transformed into the most moving "love letter" that Ye Shurou has ever received.

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…. The evil empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. Fan favourite duo, Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu, make their triumphant debut to the silver screen in Jon Favreau’s STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. A fledgling New Republic enlists the help of the duo to protect everything the Rebellion fought for during the Empire’s reign, in a time where remaining Imperial warlords threaten the tender peace of the galaxy. Produced by Star Wars veterans Dave Filoni, Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy and Ian Bryce and starring an array of fan favourite characters, including screen legend Sigourney Weaver (Alien, Avatar), with music composed by Academy Award winner Ludwig Göransson (Black Panther, Sinners). This is the way.

Paris. A shocking death, a determined psychiatrist, and a truth no one else wants to see. When Paula Cohen-Solal (Virginie Efira, Waiting for Bojangles, AF FFF22) is found dead, the authorities rule it a suicide. But her psychiatrist, Lilian Steiner (Jodie Foster in her first major French-language role), refuses to accept it. Convinced that Paula’s husband Simon (Mathieu Amalric, Sink or Swim, AF FFF19) is involved, she decides to investigate on her own – even if it means venturing far beyond her professional limits. With the help of her ex-husband Gabriel (Daniel Auteuil, Love Boat, AF FFF25) and a hypnotist whose sessions trigger unsettling visions, Lilian is plunged into a labyrinth where memory, intuition, and doubt collide. Each vision brings her closer to the truth… or deeper into danger. Jodie Foster delivers a riveting performance worthy of her two Oscars and four Golden Globes, and showcases her sensational linguistic and emotional precision. Directed by Rebecca Zlotowski (Other People’s Children, AF FFF23), the film reimagines the investigative thriller with a bold twist – blending tension, dark humour, and witty couple dynamics within a charged psychological setting. Premiering at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, this sharp, stylish investigation keeps audiences guessing until the very end. Do not miss it!

It’s never too late to begin again. CALLE MÁLAGA is a vibrant, heartfelt, and quietly uplifting Spanish drama led by a radiant performance from screen legend Carmen Maura. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Tangier, the film follows María Ángeles (Maura), a fiercely independent 79-year-old whose life is thrown into disarray when her daughter arrives with plans to sell her home. What begins as a family conflict soon becomes something more unexpected - a journey of resistance, reinvention, and rediscovery. As María Ángeles pushes back against the future being decided for her, she finds herself embracing new connections, long-forgotten desires, and a renewed sense of freedom, proving that life’s most meaningful chapters can arrive when least expected. Warm, life-affirming, and rich with humour and humanity, CALLE MÁLAGA is a celebration of independence, identity and the joy of living life entirely on your own terms.

This version of the film is an EXTENDED ENCORE with exclusive new material. Frida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world’s favourite female artist – beloved by young and old. Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film – first released during covid to a restricted audience – is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the curators of the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Modern and MFA Houston ‘Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon’. Back in the cinemas in May 2026, one month before the Tate exhibition opens, allowing audiences to watch both the film and see the show. Who was Frida Kahlo? Everyone knows her face but who was the woman behind the bright colours, the big brows and the floral crowns? Take a journey through the life of a true icon, discover her art, and uncover the true story of her rebellious, passionate and turbulent life. Making use of the latest technology to deliver previously unimaginable quality, we take an in-depth look at key works throughout her career. Using letters Kahlo wrote to guide us, this definitive film reveals her deepest emotions and unlocks the secrets and symbolism contained within her art. Exhibition on Screen’s trademark combination of interviews with world experts and a detailed exploration of her art, with new special bonus footage from the curators of the blockbuster 2026 exhibition, delivers a treasure trove of colour and emotion. This personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works, her home, her studio and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, beauty and revolution. Created in close collaboration with world experts and those who knew her. Additional new material from the curators of the groundbreaking new Tate Modern and MFA Houston exhibition.