Films

Driving Mum (2022)

Jon, compelled to honour his mother’s dying wish, embarks on a life changing trip across Iceland. With her body propped up in the backseat, along with the scene stealing family dog Bresnef, they travel to her home village and final resting place.
Along the way Jon meets a variety of strangers and begins to question his own life.
A quirky, heartwarming and emotional film.

January 13th The Taste of Things (2024)

Set in France in 1889, the film follows the life of cook Eugenie (Juliette Binoche) working for the famous gourmet Dodin (Benoit Magimel). For 20 years they bond over a mutual passion for creating good food. Their zeal gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the worlds most illustrious chefs.
However Dodin, when faced with Eugenie’s refusal to marry him, begins to cook just for her.
A lighthearted, feel-good and melodramatic film.

February 10th The Blue Caftan (2023)

A talented tailor and his astute wife run a traditional caftan making shop in Morocco. They love each other deeply, but this is challenged by Mina’s illness and Halim’s guilty desires. The business is doing well, with lots of orders, so they take on an handsome apprentice. His presence is an additional test for Mina and Halim’s relationship. A insightful and moving film which explores the complexities of love and emotions.

April 14th Touch (2024)

After receiving an early stage dementia diagnosis, widower Kristofer leaves Iceland hoping to find his first love. As a student in London in the 1960’s, Kristofer had fallen in love with Miko whose father owned the Japanese restaurant where they both worked. Their love affair was mysteriously and unexpectedly cut short and Miko vanished. Now, as the pandemic spreads the world, Kristofer sets off to find his soulmate wherever the journey may lead.