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Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa

Lhakpa Sherpa, the first Nepalese woman to summit Everest, leaves her life as a single mother in America to climb the mountain again. Lucy Walker's film captures her thrilling adventure and abusive marriage, challenging gender imbalances in mountaineering.

Book now:
15 June, 6:15pm, Showroom
16 June, 8:45pm, The Light

Both screenings will be followed by a Q&A with director Lucy Walker and protagonist Lhakpa Sherpa.

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Wed. 29 April 2026 — Wed. 17 June 2026

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Explore the richness and diversity of Chinese cinema across Hong Kong and mainland China.

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Nestled in the lower regions of the University of Sheffield Students’ Union, Film Unit is run by dedicated volunteer film fans, screening a programme packed with cult classics, the latest indies and crowd pleasers. Added bonus: tickets are £3!

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A Sheffield-based filmmaker dedicated to seeing our city represented in film in new and interesting ways.

The Hunger Games Marathon

Sun. 28 June 2026

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Join Showroom Cinema and Film Girls Galore on Sunday 28 June for a nostalgic day celebrating one of our much-loved 2010 franchises, The Hunger Games.