Films showing from Friday, March 3, at Rye Kino
Moonlight [15] 111 mins Oscar winner: Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor and Best Screenplay
The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality. Starring Trevante Rhodes, Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris and Janelle Monáe.
The Founder [12A] 115 mins
Directed by John Lee Hancock (Saving Mr Banks) this is the true story of how Ray Croc, a struggling milkshake salesman from Illinois, met Mac and Dick McDonald and, through a combination of ambition, persistence and ruthlessness, hijacked their innovative fast-food idea and turned it into one of the biggest restaurant businesses in the world. Starring Michael Keaton, Laura Dern, John Carroll Lynch and Nick Offerman.
The Great Wall [12A] 103 mins
The story of an elite force making a valiant stand for humanity on the world’s most iconic structure. Matt Damon plays a European mercenary during the Song dynasty, searching for black powder, when he becomes embroiled in the defence of the Great Wall of China against a horde of monstrous creatures. Directed by breathtaking visual stylist Zhang Yimou, and also starring Jing Tian, Pedro Pascal, Willem Dafoe and Andy Lau.
Hidden Figures [PG] 127 mins
The untold story of three African-American women who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. Starring Taraji P Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janell Monáe, Kirsten Dunst and Kevin Costner.
Denial [12A] 110 mins
When university professor Deborah E Lipstadt includes historian David Irving in a book about Holocaust deniers, Irving accuses her of libel and sparks a legal battle for historical truth. With the burden of proof placed on the accused, Lipstadt fights to prove the essential truth that the Holocaust occurred. Adapted by playwright David Hare and starring Rachel Weisz, Timothy Spall, Tom Wilkinson, Andrew Scott and Mark Gatiss.
Manchester By The Sea [15] 137 mins
After the death of his older brother, Lee Chandler is shocked to learn that he is the sole guardian of his nephew Patrick and is forced to deal with a past that separated him from his wife and the community where he was born and raised. Starring Casey Affleck, Kyle Chandler and Michelle Williams.
Hacksaw Ridge [15] 139 mins
The extraordinary true story of Desmond Doss, who, in Okinawa during the bloodiest battle of the Second World War, saved 75 men without firing or carrying a gun. He was the only American soldier to fight on the front lines without a weapon. Directed by Mel Gibson and starring Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington and Luke Bracey.
Lion [PG] 118 mins Nominated for five Baftas including Best Actor
When five-year-old Saroo gets lost on a train it takes him thousands of miles across India, away from home and family. Saroo must learn to survive alone in Kolkata, before ultimately being adopted by an Australian couple. Twenty-five years later, armed with only a handful of memories, his unwavering determination and a revolutionary technology known as Google Earth, he sets out to find his lost family and finally return to his first home. This is a beautifully told story of courage and determination starring starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara.
Kids’ Club
Ballerina 2D [U] 87 mins
The animated story of Félicie, a young orphan girl with a passion for dancing. With the help of her best friend Victor, she manages to escape from an orphanage and travel all the way to Paris, where many challenges await her. With the voices of Elle Fanning, Carly Rae Jepson and Dane DeHaan.
This runs for the first film at weekends. Great children’s films for just £6.75 and for every child ticket bought an adult goes free. Grab a Kids’ Club loyalty card, have it stamped five times and get your sixth ticket free.
Forthcoming special events at Rye Kino include
Royal Opera House Encore Ballet: Sleeping Beauty, Monday March 6, 7pm
Designs for the much-loved classic, originally by Oliver Messell were updated for this production by Peter Farmer. The panoramic journey and the colourful characters make this a spectacle like no other. Starring Marianela Nunez and Vadim Muntagirov.
National Theatre LIVE: Hedda Gabler, Thursday March 9, 7pm
Just married. Buried alive. Hedda longs to be free… Hedda and Tesman have just returned from their honeymoon and the relationship is already in trouble. Tony Award-winning director Ivo van Hove (A View from the Bridge at the Young Vic Theatre) returns with a modern production of Ibsen’s masterpiece. Ruth Wilson (Luther, The Affair, Jane Eyre) plays the title role in a new version by Patrick Marber (Notes on a Scandal, Closer).
For further information and booking visit Kino Rye or check the quick-view listings page.
