Here’s bumper selection of movies to watch over the next week to coincide with the indecisive weather! Kevin Smith’s Superman Lives Live Thursday 9th July (Tonight) Filmbase, 7pm Brought to you by the guys behind the excellent film podcast, Storybreakers, which sees a new film plot workshopped and completed each week, Filmbase plays host to […]

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While we’re currently, albeit constantly, on the cusp of an unprecedented ‘heatwave’ it’s business as usual in cinemas. Here’s this week’s three best excuses to forsake the sunshine and go spend 90 minutes sitting in the dark… Inner Child required: Focus On Pixar: Pete Docter IFI Dublin.Toy Story (3D), 1pm, Saturday 4th July.Wall-E, 6.30pm, Monday […]

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For anyone not already set on embracing their inner child by visiting the ubiquitous Minions this weekend, there’s still a number of reasons to make a trip to your local picture-house this week… The Big Doc: Amy. Gala Screening + Q&A and Exclusive Footage. Tuesday 30th June, 7.45pm. Select cinemas. Years in the making, documentary […]

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Now that you’ve all seen Jurassic World – and the numbers suggest that you must have – this weekend offers up enough to bring you right back to the cinema. From a fresh take on the Sherlock revival to a full day of free films, there’s plenty to see this week.. The All-Dayer: IFI Open […]

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Chances are you’ll be high tailing it for Isla Nublar this weekend in the hopes of spotting some dinosaurs, and while it’s an otherwise quiet weekend at the movies, here’s a selection of alternatives for those of you immune to the charms of Chris Pratt: Dino-Wrangler. Let Us Prey From Friday 12th June at Omniplex […]

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If you’re thinking of catching a movie this week, we’ve picked out a few screenings and international movies worth checking out across Dublin.. Lost in Translation (35mm) Karaoke Night Friday 5th June, 8.30pm, Light House Cinema. Marking the beginning of the eagerly anticipated month-long Bill Murray season at Light House cinema, Friday night sees Sofia […]

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The last weekend of summer rarely bears much fruit for the avid cinema-goer, with little on offer other than the much-hyped, supposedly quite good, Straight Outta Compton. But Compton aside, here are a few trips worth taking this week.. The Visit with Live Q&A with M. Night Shyamalan Sunday 30th August.Light House Cinema. Once hailed […]

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It might not be a banner weekend for wide releases (Sorry, who ordered The Bad Education Movie?), but this weekend still holds a few late summer treats in store for those looking beyond their local multiplex. Happenings: The Grand Budapest Hotel Thursday, 20th August.Gates 7.30pm, Film starts 9pm approx.Merrion Square Few films released last year […]

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This Friday night might see the indomitable Amy Schumer take over multiplexes across the country – even rubbing shoulders with Irish Royalty in her brief trip over this side of the pond – but let’s face it, you knew that already. Here are three alternatives to the (undoubtedly excellent) Trainwreck worth checking out this week. […]

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While blockbuster season might be winding down, there’s still plenty of reasons to head to the cinema this week, with the release of two very worthwhile indies and a smattering of Lebowski for good measure. The Diary of a Teenage Girl. From Friday, Aug 7th. Select theatres. The feature debut of writer/director Marielle Heller, The […]

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It’s a long weekend and we all know what that means: desperately looking for something to do. Never fear, anyone not heading away for the weekend that’s in it will find there’s plenty to keep you happily occupied at your local picturehouse in between the inevitable Bank Holiday madness. Here are our picks for the […]

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It’s a mixed bag this week, with the release of an Irish indie treat, a chance to relive the prom you never had, a decade spanning look at French club scene, and an evening of singin’ in Merrion Square. Here’s the week’s essential screenings. Singin’ In the Rain Thursday 23rd July. Gates 8pm, Film 10pm. […]

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Marvel’s latest may be hitting most screens this week, but it will probably be there for quite some time. So if you’d prefer something a little less ‘blockbustery’, here are our top cinema picks for the week that don’t feature a corn-flake sized Paul Rudd.. The Great Outdoors: Happenings – Amelie Merrion Square, Friday 17th […]

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A relatively quiet weekend at the Irish box office this Bank Holiday weekend, with one J. Bond looming large ahead of Spectre’s Monday release. Before then though, here’s what’s worth checking out down your local cineplex. If you’re not a fan of scary movies, you’re probably better off staying at home… 90s Horror Season 27th […]

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In a rare, but welcome turn of events, this week’s top picks are (almost) 100% Irish. And not in a “my great grandmother’s kitten was from Ireland so I’m actually part Irish” kind of way. Here’s the best of this week’s new releases… The Queen Of Ireland From Wednesday 21st October. Select cinemas. When Pantigate […]

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October’s really shaping up to be a great month for movie-goers, with the latest from the director of Prisoners, some live theatre, and even a sing-along on offer this week. Now that’s an eclectic selection… Sicario From Thursday 8th October on general release. Canadian director Denis Villeneuve’s latest film looks to cement him as a […]

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Okay, I’ll admit it… September was really not the best month for film-goers. Thankfully however, the box office roars back into life this weekend with a stellar bunch of new releases in art-houses and multiplexes alike. 99 Homes From Friday 2nd October. Exclusive to IFI Dublin. This housing crisis drama stars ex-Spider Man Andrew Garfield […]

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Two festivals, the long-awaited James Dean biopic, and a real-life martial arts demo? Yup weekend. You can stay. IFI Documentary Festival Wednesday 23rd September – Sunday 27th September. IFI Dublin. Commencing last night with Steve McQueen doc The Man & Le Mans, the IFI Documentary Festival runs until Sunday evening, finishing up with the Irish […]

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With next to no new releases of note this weekend (Everest has been previewing since last Friday), there’s still plenty of reasons to hit up the cinema this week whether you’re in the mood for something musical, and something with a side of confectionary… Culture Night 2015 18th September, IFI, Light House Cinema. Culture Night […]

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With the weeks starting to get longer and the days shorter, those wretched post-Summer blues would appear to be settling in. While September may have a fairly bad rap as a cinematic dumping ground, there’s still plenty to see down at your local cinema.. Legend From Weds 9th September. General Release. Anyone remember 1990’s The […]

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Not Picnic-bound this weekend? Never fear, there’s plenty to see at your local cinema, with a healthy smattering of festival favourites and one off screenings on offer. Dope From Friday 4th September. Select Cinemas. Compared to Pulp Fiction when it premiered at Sundance back in January, this Forest Whitaker-produced, Pharrell-scored comedy-drama looks to be a […]

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If you’re looking for something to see in the cinema this week, you couldn’t be more spoiled for choice… Between a talky, spiritual sequel to The Social Network, a critically lauded, iPhone filmed trans-comedy and a sensational 3D-sex saga, this week’s big hitters are a bit of a mixed bag. Steve Jobs From Friday 13th […]

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