As part of the inaugural Lick of Paint Festival, join Kelham Island Film Club for a free screening of landmark documentary Bomb It, back-to-back with its sequel. They explore global graffiti movements and the fight for control over public spaces.
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.
Highest 2 Lowest
Fri. 5 September 2025 — Sun. 7 September 2025
Showroom
Targeted with a ransom plot, a music mogul fights for his family and legacy in this crime drama. The fifth feature from the collaborative duo of director Spike Lee and actor Denzel Washington, with Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera and A$AP Rocky.
From Ground Zero
Fri. 12 September 2025 — Wed. 24 September 2025
A collection of revealing stories from 22 Palestinian filmmakers, living through war and capturing their lives in Gaza. Blending animation, documentary and fiction to create a powerful testament to the steadfastness of the human spirit.
Sensoria
Thu. 2 October 2025 — Sun. 5 October 2025
Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity.
A Film About Studio Electrophonique
Fri. 17 October 2025
Showroom
The little-known story of a Sheffield studio that nurtured iconic 1980s and 90s bands like ABC, The Human League, Heaven 17 and Pulp – all from panel beater Ken Patten's council house.
Celluloid Screams
Thu. 23 October 2025 — Sun. 26 October 2025
Showroom
Sheffield’s horror film festival returns for its 17th year in 2025. Getting you spooked just in time for Halloween.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) - 16mm film screening
Fri. 31 October 2025
CADS, Arley Street, Sheffield, S2 4QP
See one of horror cinema's most infamous titles, in its original 16mm format.
Presented by Reel Steel on halloween.
Sheffield Adventure Film Festival
Fri. 20 March 2026 — Sun. 22 March 2026
Enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of your seat. With some of the best new adventure films from around the world plus a spotlight on locally-made films. Come back soon for details of ShAFF 2026.
Sheffield DocFest
Wed. 10 June 2026 — Mon. 15 June 2026
Showroom
The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.