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There’s a real variety on offer in cinemas this month. From classic Charlie Chaplin comedy, to a restored Hitchcock, and an ’80s vampire double bill, film fans of all stripes should find something to enjoy.
HOME have a season dedicated to exploring the work of Hollywood Blacklistees in Europe. Accused of communist sympathies or just unwilling to collaborate with the authorities, these filmmakers forged a path abroad and played a part in some of the most distinctive films of their era.
At Liverpool’s FACT, there’s an exploration of the work of famed Italian film composer Ennio Morricone. Featuring spaghetti westerns, sweeping crime sagas and art-house thrillers, there isn’t a dud amongst this programme of hits and under-seen gems.
There’s also a couple of film seasons dedicated to two of contemporary cinema’s biggest provocateurs. Also at FACT, Gaspar Noé has been invited to curate a programme of movies relating to his latest opus, Vortex. While in Manchester, Odeon have lined up a series of Paul Verhoeven’s Hollywood hits — including Robocop, Basic Instinct and Total Recall — to coincide with the release of his latest, the excellent nunsploitation flick, Benedetta.
Here are our picks
Hollywood Blacklistees in Europe at HOME Manchester, Manchester, Until 31 May 2022, from £7.50 - Book now
HOME explores the impact of filmmakers blacklisted in Hollywood due to perceived communist sympathies.
Psycho: Original Theatrical Cut at Showroom Workstation, City Centre, 27 May–2 June 2022, from £9.70 - Book now
See Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece on the big screen, restored to its original glory.
Grimmfest at the Mini Cini/ Fright Night & The Lost Boys at Ducie Street Warehouse, Manchester, 10 June 2022, from £15.00 - Book now
Teenage vampires from the eighties! Catch a ridiculously entertaining double bill courtesy of Grimmfest.
Whatever the weather, we’ve got tonnes of new art for you to enjoy. This month we bring you lots of choice: from large, all-encompassing displays to smaller and equally as interesting shows to suit all tastes.
Live literature has plenty for readers and writers alike this spring, with emerging names and established authors taking to a mic near you, along with the opportunity to perform or put pen to paper yourself. There’s lots to listen to in real life and there are still opportunities to join in to events online. Read more here…
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