Films showing from Friday, May 26, at Rye Kino
Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge, (2D) and (3D), [12A] 129 mins
Johnny Depp returns as swashbuckling anti-hero Jack Sparrow in this all-new rip-roaring adventure. Down-on-his-luck Captain Jack is feeling the winds of ill-fortune blowing strongly his way when deadly ghost sailors, led by the terrifying Captain Salazar, escape from the Devil’s Triangle, bent on killing every pirate at sea – notably Jack. Jack’s only hope of survival lies in the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but to find it he must forge an uneasy alliance with Carina Smyth, a brilliant and beautiful astronomer, and Henry, a headstrong young sailor in the Royal Navy. At the helm of his pitiful ship the Dying Gull, Captain Jack seeks not only to reverse his recent spate of ill fortune, but to save his life from the most formidable and malicious foe he has ever faced. Starring Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Javier Bardem, David Wenham, Kaya Scodelario and Brenton Thwaites.
Snatched [15] 90 mins
After her boyfriend dumps her on the eve of their exotic vacation, impetuous dreamer Emily Middleton persuades her ultra-cautious mother Linda to travel with her to paradise. Polar opposites, Emily and Linda realise that working through their differences as mother and daughter – in unpredictable, hilarious fashion – is the only way to escape the wildly outrageous jungle adventure they have fallen into. Starring Amy Schumer, Goldie Hawn and Joan Cusack.
A Dog’s Purpose [PG] 98 mins
Based on the bestselling novel by W Bruce Hamilton, A Dog’s Purpose, from director Lasse Hallström (The Hundred-Foot Journey, Hachi: A Dog’s Tale), shares the soulful and surprising story of a devoted dog who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love. A family film told from the dog’s perspective, starring Dennis Quaid.
The Hippopotamus, [15], 89 mins. Plus Satellite Q And A with Stephen Fry direct from The Literary Festival, Hay on Wye on Sunday May 28 at 7:30pm.
A country manor mystery that’s actually a deliciously wicked comedy of manners, The Hippopotamus is a rollicking adaptation of the best-selling novel by Stephen Fry. It centers on a lapsed poet, failed drama critic, redundant husband and hard-working drunk, Ted Wallace (the mellifluously voiced Roger Allam in a rare starring role). Fired from his newspaper job, Ted leaps at the chance to drown his sorrows at his old friend’s country estate, Swafford Hall. Also starring Russell Tovey, Matthew Modine, Fiona Shaw, Geraldine Somerville, Tim McInnerney and John Standing.
Alien: Covenant [15] 122 mins
Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created. The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world. Starring Michael Fassbender, Noomi Rapace, Katherine Waterson, Guy Pearce, Billy Crudup, Demien Birhir and Danny McBride.
Kino Classics: The Ladykillers (1955) [U]. Sunday May 28, 2pm.
Music Mondays: Purple Rain (1984) [15]. Bank holiday Monday, May 29, 7:30pm.
Kids’ Club
The Boss Baby (2D) [PG] 130 mins
The Boss Baby is a most unusual baby. He wears a suit, speaks with the voice and wit of Alec Baldwin. This is the story about how a new baby’s arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator, a wildly imaginative seven-year-old named Tim. From DreamWorks Animation and the director of Madagascar.
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 Ballet Live: Frederick Ashton Mixed Programme: The Dream/Symphonic Variations/Marguerite and Armand Screening live by satellite on Wednesday June 7 at 7:15pm.
The Royal Ballet brings its celebrations of 70 years at the Royal Opera House to a close with a mixed programme of works by its founder choreographer Sir Frederick Ashton. This gorgeous mixed programme demonstrates Ashton’s great creative vision. The Dream is his adaptation of Shakespeare’s riotous comedy in which a forest sprite plays havoc, armed with a love potion. Symphonic Variations was Ashton’s first work after the Second World War, and one of the company’s first to be performed on the huge main stage of the Royal Opera House, in 1946. Marguerite and Armand is Ashton’s beautiful and emotional retelling of a well-known story, familiar to us through Verdi’s opera La Traviata. Conducted by Emmanuel Plasson and starring Sarah Lamb, Steven McRae, Marianela Nunez, Vadim Muntagirov, Zenaida Yanowsky and Roberto Bolle.
Kino Music Live: Take That: Wonderland Live From The O2, 120mins; Friday, June 9, 8pm
Take That invite you to experience their Wonderland concert LIVE from the O2 for one night only. Britain’s most loved and successful live act are known for their spectacular, colourful and imaginative shows. This year is no exception as Gary, Mark and Howard are performing in the round for the first time ever. Take That are sure to deliver a unique and unforgettable cinematic experience – get ready for it!
National Theatre Live: Peter Pan (PG), Saturday June 10 at 2:30pm
Captured live in front of an audience at the National Theatre, this is a recorded performance of JM Barrie’s much-loved tale. When Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow, headstrong Wendy helps him to reattach it. In return, she is invited to Neverland, where Tinker Bell the fairy, Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook await. A riot of magic, music and make-believe ensues. A delight for children and adults alike, Sally Cookson (NT Live: Jane Eyre) directs this wondrously inventive production, a co-production with Bristol Old Vic theatre.
Kino Art: Michelangelo – Love And Death plus Q&A with Phil Grabsky, Monday June 19, 8pm
The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this renaissance genius? Who was this ambitious and passionate man? A virtuoso craftsman, Michelangelo’s artistry is evident in everything he touched. Spanning his 89 years, Michelangelo – Love and Death takes a cinematic journey from the print and drawing rooms of Europe, through the great chapels and museums of Florence, Rome and the Vatican to explore the tempestuous life of Michelangelo. Through expert commentary and Michelangelo’s own words, this film takes a fresh look at an enigmatic man whose life is celebrated in every mark and every stroke he made.
ROH Live Opera: Otello Screening live by satellite on Wednesday June 28 at 7:15pm
World-famous tenor Jonas Kaufmann makes his role debut as Otello in Verdi’s passionate retelling of Shakespeare’s great tragedy of jealousy, deception and murder. Soprano Maria Agresta will be his Desdemona and baritone Ludovic Tézier his nemesis Iago in a new production by Olivier Award-winning director Keith Warner. Royal Opera Music Director Antonio Pappano conducts this Italian masterpiece.
National Theatre Live: Salomé. Thursday July 6 at 7pm
The story has been told before, but never like this. An occupied desert nation. A radical from the wilderness on hunger strike. A girl whose mysterious dance will change the course of the world.This charged retelling turns the infamous biblical tale on its head, placing the girl we call Salomé at the centre of a revolution. Internationally acclaimed theatre director Yaël Farber (Les Blancs) draws on multiple accounts to create her urgent, hypnotic production on the stage of the National Theatre.
GLYNDEBOURNE FESTIVAL 2017
La Traviata, Monday June 12, at 6:15pm
One of the world’s best-loved operas, captured live in 2014 at Glyndebourne returns to cinemas. Verdi’s masterpiece is a tale of love in the face of death. Violetta is played by Bolshoi-star Venera Gimadieva, with American tenor Michael Fabiano as Alfredo and Tassis Christoyannis as his father, Giorgio Germont. The production is directed by Tom Cairns and ‘exquisitely conducted’ (The Daily Telegraph) by Mark Elder who leads the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Hamlet. LIVE from Glyndebourne, Thursday July 6, at 6pm
Be part of a major new operatic work – join us for the world premiere of Brett Dean’s new opera based on Shakespeare’s best-known tragedy. Brett Dean’s colourful, energetic, witty and richly lyrical music expertly captures the modernity of this timeless tale, while Matthew Jocelyn’s libretto is pure Shakespeare. British tenor and Glyndebourne favourite Allan Clayton will play Hamlet, British mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly will play Gertrude and Canadian soprano Barbara Hannigan will make her Glyndebourne debut as Ophelia. Legendary British bass John Tomlinson plays The Ghost of Old Hamlet.
La Clemenza Di Tito. LIVE from Glyndebourne, Thursday August 3, at 6pm
Spurned by Tito, Vitellia seeks revenge. Besotted Sesto agrees to avenge her as a token of his love, but all does not go to plan. Mozart’s opera, loosely based on the life of the Roman Emperor Titus, delivers all of the sublime musical beauty and heart-tugging humanity we expect of him. Australian tenor Steve Davislim makes his Glyndebourne debut as Tito, with Alice Coote as Vitellia and Kate Lindsey as Sesto.
Royal Opera House and Glyndebourne ticket prices: Adults £20, members and concessions £18, children 16 and under £12.50
For further information and booking visit Kino Rye or check the quick-view listings page.
