After breaking the mysterious One Wish Willow, a hopeless romantic wins the heart of his affection. But he soon discovers that some desires come at a sinister price, as Obsession descends into a disturbing story of how desire can become a nightmare.
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.
Taxi Driver
Fri. 3 July 2026 — Thu. 9 July 2026
Vietnam vet and NYC taxi driver Travis's world view becomes increasingly warped, as he plans a vigilante assault on the evils of society. A career-defining film for lead Robert De Niro and director Martin Scorsese, returning for its 50th anniversary.
Evil Dead Burn
Thu. 9 July 2026 — Thu. 16 July 2026
After the loss of her husband, a woman seeks solace with her in-laws. But after the discovery of the Book of the Dead, one-by-one they are transformed into Deadites. The sixth film in the Evil Dead franchise brings an all-new chapter of carnage.
Shoot the People
Fri. 10 July 2026 — Thu. 16 July 2026
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A documentary following photographer Misan Harriman, capturing global protest movements that drive social change. Renowned for his wide-ranging work, Harriman made history as the first Black man to photograph a British Vogue cover.
I Saw the TV Glow
Thu. 23 July 2026
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Isolated teen Owen bonds with classmate Maddy over a mysterious late-night TV show. As their connection to the show deepens, they question their own reality and identities in this nostalgia-filled trans-allegory horror from director Jane Schoenbrun.
Freak Film Club presents: Tgirls Make Music
Thu. 23 July 2026
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A documentary about trans woman rapper and producer htmljones (Ishaani Ponniah), framed through the visual language of early-2000s television, 2010s internet aesthetics and contemporary British culture. Screening with a pre-recorded intro.
Sheffield Cablevision
Thu. 2 July 2026 — Tue. 28 July 2026
Memory Dance
An exhibition about local TV station Sheffield Cablevision, on air from 1973 to 76. With rare archive footage, photos and objects from its programming of kids shows, sports, politics, music, comedy and more.
Backrooms: Everything Must Go with Bonus Footage
Fri. 3 July 2026 — Sun. 9 August 2026
A therapist's patient discovers a strange doorway in a furniture showroom basement. When he disappears beyond reality, she ventures into the unknown to find him, in this disquieting sci-fi horror. A special edition with extra post-credits footage.
PLAY Festival 2026
Wed. 29 July 2026 — Sun. 9 August 2026
Showroom
PLAY, watch, game, make. A new festival of interactive creativity for children and young audiences, for big and small screens.
Playtime
Fri. 21 August 2026
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A view into a baffling modern world. Director Jacques Tati’s 1967 feature is one of the most ambitious films ever made – packed with slapstick and endless visual ingenuity, that both celebrates and satirises the urbanisation of modern life.
Sensoria
Thu. 22 October 2026 — Sun. 25 October 2026
Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity. Come back soon for details of the Sensoria 2026 lineup.
Celluloid Screams
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Sheffield’s horror film festival returns every October – getting you spooked just in time for Halloween. Come back closer to the time for details of Celluloid Screams 2026.