West Green Community Cinema is run not-for-profit by a small team of volunteers. The running of the cinema, the programme of events and maintenance of equipment is all funded entirely by ticket sales.
All screenings take place at St Peter's West Green. Film suggestions are always welcome!
Tickets for any film in this season can be purchased in person on Saturday mornings between 10am and 12 noon at St Peter's, and on the door from 6pm on film nights. All tickets are £5.
THE CINEMA CAFE
Meet up with friends and other film enthusiasts at our Cinema Cafe, open from 6pm on film nights for coffee, tea and delicious homemade cakes.
We are a member of Cinema For All, the British Federation of Film Societies with film licences obtained from Filmbank Media and the BFI.
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Conclave
10th September at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Edward BergerGenre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime: 2 hours
Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini
Certificate: 12Synopsis: Conclave follows one of the world's most secretive and ancient events - selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church's most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the centre of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of the Church.
Conclave
10th September at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Edward BergerGenre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime: 2 hours
Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini
Certificate: 12Synopsis: Conclave follows one of the world's most secretive and ancient events - selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church's most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the centre of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of the Church.
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Mr Burton [2024]
24th September at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Marc EvansGenre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 4 minutes
Starring: Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Lesley ManvilleCertificate: 12A
Synopsis: In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. A new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton. Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith. However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.
Mr Burton [2024]
24th September at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Marc EvansGenre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 4 minutes
Starring: Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Lesley ManvilleCertificate: 12A
Synopsis: In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. A new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton. Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith. However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.
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Im Still Here
8th October at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Walter SallesGenre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 18 minutes
Starring: Fernanda Torres, Selton Mello, Fernanda MontenegroCertificate: 15
Synopsis: Brazil 1971 – Brazil faces the tightening grip of a military dictatorship. Eunice Paiva, a mother of five children is forced to re-invent herself after her family suffers a violent and arbitrary act by the government.
The film is based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva’s biographical book and tells the true story that helped reconstruct an important part of Brazil’s hidden history. With English Subtitles.
Im Still Here
8th October at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Walter SallesGenre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 18 minutes
Starring: Fernanda Torres, Selton Mello, Fernanda MontenegroCertificate: 15
Synopsis: Brazil 1971 – Brazil faces the tightening grip of a military dictatorship. Eunice Paiva, a mother of five children is forced to re-invent herself after her family suffers a violent and arbitrary act by the government.
The film is based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva’s biographical book and tells the true story that helped reconstruct an important part of Brazil’s hidden history. With English Subtitles.
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Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
22nd October at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Michael MorrisGenre: Romantic comedy drama
Runtime: 2 hours 4 minutes
Starring: Renée Zellweger, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Jim Broadbent, Colin Firth, Hugh GrantCertificate: 15
Synopsis: Renée Zellweger returns to the role that established a romantic-comedy heroine for the ages, as Bridget, now a widowed single mother who must juggle work, parenthood and romance. With the help of her loyal friends, Bridget navigates encounters with a younger man – and a series of awkward interactions with her son’s science teacher – as she strives to forge a new path toward life and love.
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
22nd October at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Michael MorrisGenre: Romantic comedy drama
Runtime: 2 hours 4 minutes
Starring: Renée Zellweger, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Jim Broadbent, Colin Firth, Hugh GrantCertificate: 15
Synopsis: Renée Zellweger returns to the role that established a romantic-comedy heroine for the ages, as Bridget, now a widowed single mother who must juggle work, parenthood and romance. With the help of her loyal friends, Bridget navigates encounters with a younger man – and a series of awkward interactions with her son’s science teacher – as she strives to forge a new path toward life and love.
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The Seed Of The Sacred Fig
5th November at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Mohammad Rasoulof
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 57 minutes
Starring: Soheila Golestani, Missagh Zarek, Setareh Maleki
Certificate: 15Synopsis: In this bold and courageous story, Iman (Missagh Zarek) works as an investigating judge at the Revolutionary Court in Tehran. As political protests against the authoritarian government intensify, he is surrounded by suspicion and paranoia. Shot entirely in secret, the film was nominated for the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, ultimately winning the Special Jury Prize. With English subtitles.
The Seed Of The Sacred Fig
5th November at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Mohammad Rasoulof
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours 57 minutes
Starring: Soheila Golestani, Missagh Zarek, Setareh Maleki
Certificate: 15Synopsis: In this bold and courageous story, Iman (Missagh Zarek) works as an investigating judge at the Revolutionary Court in Tehran. As political protests against the authoritarian government intensify, he is surrounded by suspicion and paranoia. Shot entirely in secret, the film was nominated for the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, ultimately winning the Special Jury Prize. With English subtitles.
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The Penguin Lessons
19th November at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Peter CattaneoGenre: Comedy Drama
Runtime: 1 hour 51 minutes
Starring: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Bruno Blas
Certificate: 12ASynopsis: Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman Tom (Steve Coogan), who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.
The Penguin Lessons
19th November at 7pm
Doors: at 6pm
Director: Peter CattaneoGenre: Comedy Drama
Runtime: 1 hour 51 minutes
Starring: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Bruno Blas
Certificate: 12ASynopsis: Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman Tom (Steve Coogan), who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.