17-year-old Bliss finds life boring and oppressive – like a lot of people, she feels like she doesn't really fit in where she is from. Part of the Showroom's Spotlight picks by the cinema's staff.

Princess Saira, daughter to the flamboyant lesbian Queens of Planet Clitopolis, has 24 hours to save her bounty hunter ex Kiki. She finds herself on an "inter-gay-lactic" journey in this proudly queer coming-of-age story with a wild sense of humour.

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.

A biennial festival of new ideas. Bringing together the city's creative community and its academic minds through exhibitions, talks, screenings, performances and more. Stay tuned for dates and details for the next Festival of the Mind in autumn 2026.