Review: The Duke

A wonderful story of a little known series of events that took place in 1961. A marvellous cast take you inside a family where the campaigning, stand up for the underdog husband, exasperated wife and two sons, one caring the other with his girlfriend fully embracing the spirit of the sixties, take on the establishment in an unusual way. A fun filled film with heart and a great backdrop of northern Britain in the 60s.

Review: Compartment No.6

A young Finnish woman escapes an enigmatic love affair in Mosco by boarding a train to the remote arctic port of Murmansk, her mission to look at the petroglyphs, mysterious Stone Age rock carvings. Forced to share the long ride and tiny car with a larger than life, uncouth young Russian Miner, the unexpected encounter leads the pair of Compartment No 6 to face major truths about human connection. This superbly acted ‘Railroad’ movie, set in the 1990s’ has received multiple nominations and awards. Directed by Finnish Director Juho Kuosmanen and starring Finnish actor Seidi Kaarla.

Review: Ali & Ava

Set in Bradford, Ali and Ava is an authentic forbidden love story, a drama that could belong to anyone of us. The film confronts the reality of a mid-life attraction and all the “stuff” that gets in the way of Ali and Ava seizing a second chance at life. While there are serious subjects at play, there is also humour that adds an unexpected nuance to this very enjoyable British drama, full of northern spirit. Written and Directed by Clio Barnard. Featuring Claire Rushbrook and Adeel Akhtar.