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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

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.

The Phoenician Scheme

Fri. 23 May 2025 — Thu. 3 July 2025

Zsa-zsa Korda, one of the richest men in Europe, has survived his sixth plane crash and appoints his nun daughter Liesl as heir to his estate. But surviving assassination attempts soon becomes the most pressing matter, in Wes Anderson's latest film.

Ran

Fri. 27 June 2025 — Thu. 3 July 2025

One of director Akira Kurosawa's most ambitious and visually incredible projects. Regarded as his last true epic – inspired by King Lear, it was Japan's most expensive film at the time of release. Back on the big screen for its 40th anniversary.

The Shrouds

Fri. 4 July 2025 — Thu. 10 July 2025

Grieving his wife, businessman Karsh invents 'GraveTech', enabling the living to monitor the dead in their burial shrouds. Discovering desecrated graves, he sets out to track down the perpetrators. From master of sci-fi body-horror David Cronenberg.

Apocalypse Now: The Final Cut

Fri. 11 July 2025 — Thu. 17 July 2025

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A restored version of Francis Ford Coppola's classic Vietnam War epic, a journey into madness that has fascinated generations of film lovers. Followed by Heart of Darkness – A Filmmaker's Apocalypse, a documentary following how the film came to be.

Godzilla Minus One: Minus Color

Fri. 25 July 2025 — Sun. 27 July 2025

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The latest in the beloved franchise returns the king of monsters to its roots as a metaphor for Japan's postwar anxiety and grief. This version of the Oscar-winning film is in black-and-white, just as the 1954 original. A must-see on the big screen.

What Does That Nature Say to You

Fri. 25 July 2025 — Thu. 31 July 2025

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A poet meets his girlfriend's family, spending a long day together fuelled by conversations on life. Acclaimed director Hong Sangsoo crafts a moving exploration of relationships, and the value of a life dedicated to art against material aspirations.

Bring Her Back

Mon. 14 July 2025 — Thu. 31 July 2025

A brother and sister find themselves at the centre of a terrifying ritual at their new foster mother's secluded home. A twisted nightmare around grief from the directors of the exceptional Talk To Me, with a standout performance from Sally Hawkins.

Spirit of Independence Film Festival

Fri. 26 September 2025 — Sun. 28 September 2025

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.

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.

Celluloid Screams

Thu. 23 October 2025 — Sun. 26 October 2025

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Sheffield’s horror film festival returns for its 17th year in 2025. Getting you spooked just in time for Halloween.