FBI agent Lee Harker (Maika Monroe) is tracking down an elusive serial killer when she discovers a personal link to him. From actor-turned-director Osgood Perkins, with a near-unrecognisable Nicolas Cage. One of the most terrifying films of the year.
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.
Sleep
Fri. 12 July 2024 — Mon. 5 August 2024
A pregnant wife worries as her husband starts saying "someone's inside" in his sleep. Sleep-talking soon escalates to nightmarish behaviour. The debut feature from director Jason Yu stars the late Lee Sun-kyun (who achieved global fame in Parasite).
I Saw the TV Glow
Thu. 11 July 2024 — Mon. 12 August 2024
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.
Spirit of Independence Film Festival
Fri. 27 September 2024 — Sun. 29 September 2024
A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.
Sensoria
Thu. 3 October 2024 — Sun. 6 October 2024
Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity.
Celluloid Screams
Thu. 24 October 2024 — Sun. 27 October 2024
Showroom
Sheffield’s horror film festival returns for its 16th year in 2024. Getting you spooked just in time for Halloween.