Cabaret is having yet another moment with the hit show in the West End but this 1972 cinematic version, with the magnificent Liza Minelli and Joel Grey, will always be a tough act to follow.
A reserved British writer arrives in Berlin and meets Sally Bowles, a performer at the Kit Kat Club who introduces him to divine decadence, darling! Their story is set against a backdrop of the rapid rise of fascism but, for tonight night, as the MC says, “Leave your troubles outside. So life is disappointing, forget it! In here life is beautiful”
Join us for this special outdoor screening with live performance from Bristol Musical Comedy Club to set the scene and transport us back to 1930s Berlin. Dressing up encouraged, singing along welcome.
]]>Stephanie Zinone (Michelle Pfeiffer) is the leader of Rydell High School's Pink Ladies. Tired of her relationship with top T-Bird Johnny Nogerelli (Adrian Zmed) she breaks up with him and quickly catches the eye of English exchange student Michael Carrington (Maxwell Caulfield). Hoping to win her over, Michael tries to overcome his nerdy ways.
Presented by Queer Vision expect silliness and fun, with:
Films from the Front Line is selection of short films that highlight different issues which affect us all and that demand our action and resistance against the neoliberal assault. Films include The Battle of Denham Ford and Precarity Story
The Battle of Denham Ford
The Battle of Denham Ford tells the story of attempts by HS2 contractors to fell a tree that overhung their compound. A protest camp sits adjacent to the compound, and, hearing of the plan, the activists installed a climber in the tree.
Precarity Story
A short documentary that tells the work story of Isabel, a cleaner, hourly-paid teacher, and researcher in the same British university. Her story stands as an example of the increasing casualisation of university labour and its human consequences.
As a community arts space, Trinity is committed to our core values of being a ‘Centre for the People’ and platforming work as part of our programme that represents and reflects our diverse communities. Please read our free speech policy for more information
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]]>The 8th tells the story of Irish womenʼs campaign to remove the 8th Amendment – a constitutional ban on abortion. After a 35-year struggle the pro-choice side must radically shift tactics to try and bring this historically conservative electorate over the line. It shows a countryʼs ongoing transformation from a conservative state in thrall to the Catholic church to a more liberal secular society.
Content Warning: This film contains flickering or flashing lights that may affect those with photosensitive epilepsy.
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]]>La Commune is an attempt to challenge existing notions of documentary film, as well as the notions of 'neutrality' and 'objectivity' so beloved by the mass media today. We travel back in time to 1871. A journalist for Versailles Television broadcasts a soothing and official view of events while a Commune television is set up to provide the perspectives of the Paris rebels. On a stage-like set, more than 200 actors interpret characters of the Commune. They voice their own thoughts and feelings concerning the social and political reforms.
The telling of this story rests primarily on depicting the people of the Commune, and those who suppressed them. “I hope that the open form of ʻLa Communeʼ, and especially the process of discussion and community activity which can accompany the film screening, will help to forge the kind of collectivity, and frontal resistance to globalization and its satellite mass media which is now needed” (Peter Watkins).
The film lasts 345 mins and will have a 30 minute intermission between parts 1 and 2.
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]]>A psychological portrait of a fascinating individual and his experience of the country that houses him and the State that seeks to evict him. Set against the backdrop of the Irish Supreme Court legal action between Kildare farmer Thomas Reid and the Irish Industrial Development Agency over its attempt to seize his farm for a multinational company; this film is a searching examination of the tension between a high-tech, low-tax globalised Ireland and the right of an individual citizen to continue living and working the lands of his ancestors.
Beyond the walls of Thomas Reid 17th century farm looms a vast American factory - vital to the national economy but long an unsettling presence in Thomas' life. Suspicious of intrusion, Thomas does not welcome the State agents who come to forcibly purchase his house and lands. He vows to resist.
As a community arts space, Trinity is committed to our core values of being a ‘Centre for the People’ and platforming work as part of our programme that represents and reflects our diverse communities. Please read our free speech policy for more information
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]]>The struggles for justice by the families of people that have died in police custody. The silence over the police killings of Black people is now broken. Since 1969, over two thousand people have died at the hands of the police in the UK. Shootings, chokeholds, batons, gassing, suffocation, restraint and brutal beatings are some of the methods used. The numbers of deaths is escalating. Inevitably police officers involved are not convicted for these killings.
In this documentary, the families of the victims of police violence demand justice. They ask why society ignores human rights abuses by agents of the state. This reflection on resistance is poignant and political, capturing the brutality and trauma as well as the unrelenting fightback of those who will not be silent about state violence.
As a community arts space, Trinity is committed to our core values of being a ‘Centre for the People’ and platforming work as part of our programme that represents and reflects our diverse communities. Please read our free speech policy for more information
Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.
]]>The toppling of the statue of Edward Colston resonated around the world and has sparked similar actions in the United States and in many countries in Latin America. People around the world still feel and suffer the consequences of slavery, racism, and colonialism. But where do we go from here? How should Bristol remember and recognise its past? What do we do with the statue? Should the plinth remain empty? Is acknowledging the past enough? The Felling of Colston may have been only the beginning but the beginning of what? Join the discussion with the presence of Countering Colston campaigner Ros Martin and Arthur Cauty.
As a community arts space, Trinity is committed to our core values of being a ‘Centre for the People’ and platforming work as part of our programme that represents and reflects our diverse communities. Please read our free speech policy for more information
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]]>The result of the collaboration between Nicola Mai and the TRANSgrediendo Intercultural Collective – a grassroots association defending the rights of trans Latina migrant women in Queens, New York City. Caught mixes collaborative ethno-fiction methods with an observational documentary, to involve its participants throughout its production.
Written and performed by members of the Collective, the film follows Rosa and Paloma as they face transphobic violence, persecution from the police, and fight against a hostile political environment in the US, while also expressing their identities in positive ways during a drag show that allows them to counter their marginalisation and stigmatisation.
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]]>Following the film, a panel discussion will explore the issues of identity, inclusion and belonging in future cities.
This is part of a series of events with key partner organisations across the city to stimulate a discussion about civic and political participation.
The schedule for the evening will be:
Event chair: Rob Mitchell (Firstborn Studios CIC)
5.30 - 6.00pm Registration & Can Do Bristol networking
6.00 - 6:45pm Welcome, introductions and screening of '#ThereISBlackInTheUnionJack’ film
6:45 - 8.15pm Q&A with panel of local speakers
8.15pm - 8.30pm Final remarks and close of event
This is a FREE event happening at 3 different venues across Bristol, you will need to register using the ticket link on the left hand side to attend. Please ensure you choose the event happening on 12th March for the screening at the Trinity Centre.
BSWN is regional BAME Infrastructure organisation supporting BAME community organisations across the South West. As we’re approaching the upcoming mayoral & local elections, BSWN (Black South West Network) is planning a series of events with key partner organisations across the city; Inner city, Knowle West and Southmead, about Race, Class and Politics, to stimulate a discussion about civic and political participation within under-represented communities in decision making processes.
]]>This special gala screening of To Catch A Thief includes wrap around treats: bubbly on arrival; live swing music from the South by Southwest quartet headed up by Maxwell Davies (UWE Centre for Music); Cary Grant themed cocktails and prizes for the best dressed Hollywood vintage style:
> Best Dressed Woman: Restyle, Blowdry and Luxe Treatment Clair Swinscoe Hair Couture
> Best Dressed Man: Hot Shave or VIP membership of Suave & Co Barbershop and Lounge in Clifton Village
> Best Dressed Couple or Group (of any description): Magnum of Fantinel Prosecco Extra Dry courtesy of Renato's King Street
No pressure to dress up, you can just come as you are, but if you want to go for it - get your glad rags on for a chance to win one of our amazing prizes!
#vintage #Hollywood #GraceKelly #CaryGrant
Fantastic value £10 Under 24 ticket or £20/£15 conc. (+£1.50 transaction fee)
About the film:
Infamous cat burglar, John 'The Cat' Robie (Cary Grant), claims to be on the straight and narrow after having served his time in prison. Following a series of jewellery thefts committed in his style, the police are naturally keen to question him. Determined to find the real culprit, John befriends a rich American woman and her beautiful daughter, Francie (Grace Kelly) to see if he can flush the burglar out. When their jewels are stolen, Francie immediately suspects John, threatening their blossoming romance. Will John catch the thief, clear his name and win his girl?
Sizzling chemistry between Cary Grant and Grace Kelly, sumptuous costumes by Edith Head and the glamorous backdrop of Cannes: don’t miss the opportunity to catch this Hitchcock classic on the big screen. With bubbly on arrival, live music and prizes for the best dressed vintage Hollywood style
This film is rated PG, so although there is no age limit, children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Partnering with Come the Revolution, we kick off with Dancehall Queen:
“Made in Jamaica” is a powerful portrait of the leaders of a Jamaican music movement that has become a worldwide phenomenon. The film tells the story of how artists on a small island nation in the Caribbean of only three million people took their human experience and turned it into songs full of emotions that resonate around the world.” Reggae is Jamaica’s blues: a music of both desperation and hope.
Director: Jerome Laperrousaz
From: Jamaica/France/US Year: 2006
Run time: 110
Doors, food and our outside bar open from 7.00pm
Live music from 7.30pm
Film due to start around 8.00pm (after the sun sets!)
Wet weather plan: We're obviously encouraging the warm summer evenings to continue in to September - if we do get adverse wether however, don't fear. We can move all the action indoors. Fingures crossed it stays dry and bright.
]]>Trinity brings together two weekends with double bills of classic films, food and music over two nights:
UNDER THE SKIN is the story of an alien in human form. Part road movie, part science fiction, part real, it's a film about seeing our world through alien eyes.
Director(s): Jonathan Glazer
Runtime: 108 minutes
Certificate: 15
Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Paul Brannigan, Antonia Campbell-Hughes
**Revised timings for indoors**
Doors and bar open from 7.00pm (also visit our Visible Girls: Revisited Exhibition from 7pm)
DJ set from VMO$ (Young Echo) at 7.00pm
Film to start 8.00pm
Read about the full Outdoor Cinema series here
BBFC Guidance:infrequent strong sex, frequent nudity
Wet weather plan: We're obviously encouraging the warm summer evenings to continue in to September - if we do get adverse wether however, don't fear. We can move all the action indoors. Fingures crossed it stays dry and bright.
From master story teller, Guillermo del Toro, comes 'The Shape Of Water' - an other-worldly fairy tale, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1963.
Director(s): Guillermo del Toro
Run time: 123 minutes
Certification: 15
Cast: Sally Hawkins, Richard Jenkins, Michael Shannon, Octavia Spencer
Doors, food and our outside bar open from 7.00pm
DJ set from VMO$ (Young Echo) at 7.00pm
Film due to start around 8.00pm (after the sun sets!)
Read about the full Outdoor Cinema series here
BBFC Guidance: strong violence, language, sex, nudity
Wet weather plan: We're obviously encouraging the warm summer evenings to continue in to September - if we do get adverse wether however, don't fear. We can move all the action indoors. Fingures crossed it stays dry and bright.
Trinity brings together two weekends with double bills of classic films, food and music over two nights:
In one of the greatest road movies of all time, Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon ride to everlasting fame as two women who embark on a crime spree across the American southwest.
Director(s): Ridley Scott
Runtime: 128 minutes
Certification: 15
Production Year: 1991
Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Cast: Geena Davis, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, Susan Sarandon
Doors, food and our outside bar open from 7.00pm
Live Music from 7.30pm
Film due to start around 8.00pm (after the sun sets!)
Read about the full Outdoor Cinema series here
BBFC guidance: Contains strong language and violence
Wet weather plan: We're obviously encouraging the warm summer evenings to continue in to September - if we do get adverse wether however, don't fear. We can move all the action indoors. Fingures crossed it stays dry and bright.