A programme of films focusing on LGBTQ+ stories from East Asia, Southeast Asia and their diaspora communities. Aiming to challenge conventions and stereotypes, and nurture dialogue on what it means to be Asian and queer today.
Film picks
Grab the popcorn and scroll down for details of our picks of the films on the big screen in Sheffield this month, compiled by Joe.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'État
Fri. 15 November 2024 — Thu. 21 November 2024
In 1961 jazz singer Abbey Lincoln and drummer Max Roach gatecrashed the UN Security Council to protest the assassination of DRC prime minister Patrice Lumumba. This film reveals fascinating connections between jazz, US imperialism and decolonisation.
FFStival 2024
Sat. 23 November 2024
Showroom
FFS (Females Films Screens) showcases the creativity of filmmakers from all over the world who identify as women or non-binary. The day-long programme includes family-friendly short films, feature films, a panel discussion and much more.
Bird
Fri. 8 November 2024 — Mon. 25 November 2024
12-year-old Bailey lives with her reckless dad in a rundown squat, when she encounters a mysterious stranger who helps her see the world in a new light. A tender, striking, surprising coming-of-age tale from Andrea Arnold (American Honey, Fish Tank).
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Multiple dates
The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF
A brilliantly imaginative, dark fantasy stop-motion animated musical. Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town and attempts to bring Christmas under his control. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
Die Hard
Fri. 13 December 2024 — Tue. 24 December 2024
It's that time of year again... where friends, families and strangers on the internet argue over whether Die Hard is a Christmas film. Seeing John McClane take on Hans Gruber at this time of year is almost as much of a tradition as Christmas itself.