formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
A brand-new 35mm print of Ôtomo Katsuhiro’s “Akira” – struck from the 4K master and the first of its kind to be created anywhere in the world in decades – will make its debut at BFI Southbank, London, from Aug. … Continued
Brenda Fricker, who overcame a harrowing childhood to become the first Irish actress to win an Oscar, taking the prize for her turn as the unwavering mother of Daniel Day-Lewis’ character in My Left Foot, has died. She was 81. … Continued
The franchise’s 30-year history transcends generations and gives the new film clear four-quadrant appeal, leaving us confident it can deliver a strong box office return. Source: https://www.boxofficepro.com/u-k-and-ireland-forecast-toy-story-5-set-to-become-one-of-2026s-biggest-films/
Outpouring is a takeover of Riddel’s Warehouse in the centre of Belfast by artist Joe Caslin, co-created with over 120 young people from across the city. Source: https://belfastmedia.com/north-belfast-man-opens-new-immersive-exhibition-exploring-the-lives-of-young-people
‘The Christophers’ scores biggest opening ever for Picturehouse Entertainment. Source: https://www.screendaily.com/news/michael-reclaims-uk-ireland-box-office-crown-from-the-devil-wears-prada-2/5216883.article
UK and Ireland box office is forecast to hit £1.19bn ($1.61bn) in 2026 – a healthy 10% rise on 2025, following three years where cinema takings in the territory have essentially plateaued. Source: https://www.screendaily.com/news/uk-and-ireland-box-office-forecast-to-rise-10-in-2026/5216692.article