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As we head into 2022 we’re excited to see that the cinemas and screening spaces across Manchester and the North continue to provide the region’s filmgoers with a varied menu of thought-provoking cinema, beloved classics and brand new films.
At HOME we’re most excited to see a complete season of Derek Jarman films. The provocative, pioneering polymath and gay rights activist is a true British original, and we can’t wait to rediscover his work on the big screen. Similarly, the multifaceted Manchester arts org has also lined up dedications to French New Wave icon François Truffaut and legendary British screenwriter Nigel Kneale.
Over in Leeds, meanwhile, we’re shouting about Power, Corruption & Lies, a series of screenings organised by Hyde Park Picture House that surveys the ways in which artists and filmmakers have engaged with political discontent over the last four decades. From Thatcher to Occupy London, these three expertly curated evenings of short films feature world renowned figures alongside emerging and underground film artists.
Or, how about one of the greatest love stories ever committed to celluloid? Make it a Valentine’s to remember at Stockport Plaza as the Art Deco super cinema transports audiences to Casablanca, with an evening featuring dinner, drinks and a screening of the Hollywood classic.
Here are our picks
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1. British Writers/ Nigel Kneale: Into the Unknown at HOME
HOME British Writers/ Nigel Kneale: Into the Unknown at HOME Manchester, Manchester, Until 25 January 2022 - Book now
Each year HOME present a film season dedicated to a legend of British screenwriting. This year, they have lined up an expansive look at the work of celebrated science fiction writer and master of adaptations, Nigel Kneale.
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2. Filming Locations in the North
From alien beaches, to fantasy palaces and sites of superheroic feats, we look at the filming locations you can visit across the North.
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3. Power, Corruption & Lies at Leeds University Union
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4. Hyde Park Picture House Presents: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon at Leeds University Union
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5. Jarman at HOME
Jarman at HOME at HOME Manchester, Manchester, 30 January–10 March 2022 - Book now
The undisputed early highlight of HOME’s 2022 programming is a rich and sprawling dedication to British avant garde artist and filmmaker Derek Jarman.
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6. Don’t You Want Me? Podcast Presents: My Best Friend’s Wedding at Chapeltown Picture House
Don't You Want Me? Podcast Presents: My Best Friend's Wedding at Chapeltown Picture House, Manchester, 12 February 2022, from £7.50 - Book now
Revisit a ’90s classic this February, with Don’t You Want Me? Podcast’s one off Galentine’s Day screening.
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7. Casablanca at Stockport Plaza
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The Colour of Dreams & Director Q&A at Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds Art Gallery present a free, special screening of BAFTA award winning, Emmy-nominated writer-director Susanna White’s The Colour of Dreams this February.
Cinema in the City at LUSH Liverpool
Set in the heart of the city centre, at LUSH Liverpool, Cinema in The City is back this February, with another weekend of contemporary feature films alongside shorts from emerging filmmakers plus food and drink from local traders
Roman Holiday & Live Accordion Set by Simon Wood at Howard Assembly Rooms
A special Valentine’s Day screening of classic romantic comedy Roman Holiday (1953), opening with an accordion set by Simon Wood.
The Wind + Live score by Erland Cooper featuring the Chorus of Opera North at RNCM
Scottish composer Erland Cooper rescores the acclaimed silent film The Wind for 18 women of the Chorus of Opera North.
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Shefield DocFest returns this June with a mammoth programme that explores and expands the limits of documentary.
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