Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio

Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio

Mystery, intrigue, beauty, passion, murder – shine a new light on Caravaggio in this dramatic biography…

Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.

Multi-award-winning filmmakers David Bickerstaff and Phil Grabsky delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art. The intriguing self-depictions within his works — sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight — offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Join us as we unravel the story of one of history’s most brilliant, complex and controversial figures.
Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery — one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the intriguing clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man.

Priority booking until 01/08.

NT Live: Inter Alia (Live Screening)

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.

Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?

Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

Priority booking until 15/7.

Castration Movie Anthology i. Traps (18)

Castration Movie is a labyrinthine post-modern epic about gender.

The first part of this two part film includes Chapter i. Incel Superman and Chapter ii. Traps Swan Princess.

Incel Superman follows Turner Stewart, a production assistant who sees his world spiral out of control as he uncompromisingly attempts to shape his life into the one he feels he deserves.

Traps Swan Princess follows a trans woman named Michaela “Traps” Sinclair, a sex worker in Vancouver who splits her time between seeing clients and hanging out with her group of trans friends, who finds her relationships strained when she decides to pursue motherhood.

Outdoor Cinema: Top Gun (1986)

Join us for a Summer Outdoor Cinema evening at Burton Constable Hall on Saturday 17^th August 2025, with an exclusive open-air screening of the popular movie, Top Gun (1986).

Grab your aviators, bring your friends and family, and take off into this thrilling outdoor cinema event. Sing along to the unforgettable soundtrack as Maverick and Goose soar through the skies, navigating friendship, rivalry, and the need for speed. It’s time to “take it to the danger zone” and relive the unforgettable rush of Top Gun!

About Top Gun

The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman.

Event Details:

Date & Time: Saturday 17^th August 2025 – 7:30pm – 10:30pm

Location: Burton Constable Hall

Tickets: £16.56 entry I £27.32 VIP Deck Chairs

Family & Child tickets also available.

Outdoor Cinema Event Guidelines:

On the day of the event, please bring your ticket on your smartphone. A staff member will scan the QR code for entry.
In the event of heavy rain, the Outdoor Cinema event may be canceled, with full refunds issued by Outdoor Cinema.
Attendees are advised to bring their own blankets or chairs.
Bringing your own snacks is permitted. Please ensure all rubbish is disposed of responsibly.
Toilets are available on-site.
Alcohol consumption must be responsible; intoxicated attendees may be asked to leave.
Please come prepared with warm clothing, a torch, extra layers, and appropriate footwear.
BBQs are not permitted.

Additional Notes:

Ambient noise is to be expected during the outdoor cinema experience, particularly at family screenings.
The sound system is located at the front of the venue, where volume levels will be higher.

Outdoor Cinema: Monsters Inc.

Join us for a Summer Outdoor Cinema afternoon at Burton Constable Hall on Sunday 17^th August 2025, with an exclusive open-air screening of the popular kid’s movie, Monsters Inc!

Get ready for a laugh-out-loud, heartwarming adventure as we bring you Pixar’s beloved tale of friendship, fun, and furry monsters. Follow Mike, Sulley, and Boo through the colourful world of Monstropolis in a film that proves laughter really is the best energy.

Bring your blankets, snacks, and your best monster giggle for a monstrously fun afternoon the whole family will enjoy!

About Monsters Inc.

Lovable monsters Mike and Sulley work at Monsters, Inc., the top scream-processing factory in Monstropolis. But when a little human girl accidentally finds her way into their world, chaos unfolds! As the duo scrambles to get her home, they uncover a conspiracy that could change the monster world forever.

Event Details:

Date & Time: Sunday 17^th August 2025 – 11:30am – 2:00pm

Location: Burton Constable Hall

Tickets: £13.36 entry I £27.32 VIP Deck Chairs

Family & Child tickets also available.

Outdoor Cinema Event Guidelines:

On the day of the event, please bring your ticket on your smartphone. A staff member will scan the QR code for entry.
In the event of heavy rain, the Outdoor Cinema event may be canceled, with full refunds issued by Outdoor Cinema.
Attendees are advised to bring their own blankets or chairs.
Bringing your own snacks is permitted. Please ensure all rubbish is disposed of responsibly.
Toilets are available on-site.
Alcohol consumption must be responsible; intoxicated attendees may be asked to leave.
Please come prepared with warm clothing, a torch, extra layers, and appropriate footwear.
BBQs are not permitted.

Additional Notes:

Ambient noise is to be expected during the outdoor cinema experience, particularly at family screenings.
The sound system is located at the front of the venue, where volume levels will be higher.

Outdoor Cinema: Wicked!

Join us for a Summer Outdoor Cinema evening at Burton Constable Hall on Sunday 17th August 2025, with an exclusive open-air screening of the popular movie-musical, Wicked (U).

Bring your blankets and gather your friends and family for an unforgettable sing-along experience. Enjoy favourites like ‘Defying Gravity’ and ‘For Good,’ as Elphaba and Glinda take you on a heartwarming journey through friendship, self-discovery, and the magical world of Oz.

About Wicked

Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths.

Event Details:

Date & Time: Sunday 17^th August 2025 – 3:00pm – 6:30pm

Location: Burton Constable Hall

Tickets: £13.36 entry I £27.32 VIP Deck Chairs

Family & Child tickets also available.

Outdoor Cinema Event Guidelines:

On the day of the event, please bring your ticket on your smartphone. A staff member will scan the QR code for entry.
In the event of heavy rain, the Outdoor Cinema event may be canceled, with full refunds issued by Outdoor Cinema.
Attendees are advised to bring their own blankets or chairs.
Bringing your own snacks is permitted. Please ensure all rubbish is disposed of responsibly.
Toilets are available on-site.
Alcohol consumption must be responsible; intoxicated attendees may be asked to leave.
Please come prepared with warm clothing, a torch, extra layers, and appropriate footwear.
BBQs are not permitted.

Additional Notes:

Ambient noise is to be expected during the outdoor cinema experience, particularly at family screenings.
The sound system is located at the front of the venue, where volume levels will be higher.

Outdoor Cinema: Mamma Mia!

Join us for a Summer Outdoor Cinema evening at Burton Constable Hall on Saturday 16th August 2025, with an exclusive open-air screening of the popular movie-musical, Mamma Mia! (PG).

Grab your blankets and round up your friends and family for an unforgettable sing-along night. Delight in classics like “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia,” as Sophie, Donna, and the whole gang take you on a super-trouper journey filled with love, laughter, and the sunny spirit of the Greek islands.

About Mamma Mia

Mamma Mia is set on a colourful Greek island, the plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. A young woman about to be married discovers that any one of three men could be her father. She invites all three to the wedding without telling her mother, Donna Sheridan (Meryl Streep), who was once the lead singer of Donna and the Dynamos. In the meantime, Donna has invited her back-up singers, Rosie Mulligan (Dame Julie Walters) and Tanya Wilkinson (Christine Baranski).

Event Details:

Date & Time: Saturday 16th August 2025 – 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Location: Burton Constable Hall

Tickets: £16.56 entry I £27.32 VIP Deck Chairs

Family & Child tickets also available.

Outdoor Cinema Event Guidelines:

On the day of the event, please bring your ticket on your smartphone. A staff member will scan the QR code for entry.
In the event of heavy rain, the Outdoor Cinema event may be canceled, with full refunds issued by Outdoor Cinema.
Attendees are advised to bring their own blankets or chairs.
Bringing your own snacks is permitted. Please ensure all rubbish is disposed of responsibly.
Toilets are available on-site.
Alcohol consumption must be responsible; intoxicated attendees may be asked to leave.
Please come prepared with warm clothing, a torch, extra layers, and appropriate footwear.
BBQs are not permitted.

Additional Notes:

Ambient noise is to be expected during the outdoor cinema experience, particularly at family screenings.
The sound system is located at the front of the venue, where volume levels will be higher.

SAFAR Film Festival: A State of Passion

A STATE OF PASSION
Dir Carol Mansour, Muna Khalidi | Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan | 2024 | 90 mins | Unrated | Arabic, EnglishAfter 43 horrific days working round the clock under constant bombardment in the emergency rooms of Gaza’s Al Shifa and Al Ahli hospitals, British-Palestinian reconstructive surgeon, Dr Ghassan Abu Sittah, emerged to find himself as a face of Palestinian resistance. With news footage of him pale and shell-shocked reverberating around the world, he spoke of a catalogue of horrors from lacerated bodies, to amputations without anesthetics, orphaned children with no surviving family, and the deliberate targeting of medics and hospital facilities. This was Ghassan’s sixth and most horrific trip to Gaza. Where does he find the strength to face it again and again? How does his family process the risks he takes? The answer lies simply in their shared passion: Palestine, a passion they articulate through their support of his perilous humanitarian work.Premiering at the 2024 Cairo International Film Festival and awarded the Saad Eldin Wahba Award for Best Arabic Film, A State of Passion offers a deeply human perspective on the cost of survival and the ongoing fight for dignity.

AWARDS AND FESTIVALS
Cairo Int’l FF: Winner, Best Arab Film, Best Documentary Special Jury Prize
International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights: Nominee, Best Documentary

REVIEWS
“Grief, heartbreak, pride, rage, disbelief, and finally a renewed determination. This documentary isn’t merely about Abu-Sittah’s bravery or dedication, but about Gaza itself.” Ruwan Teodros, Institute for Palestinian Studies

“The remarkable thing is that despite its modest visual style, A State of Passion unfolds with the dynamics of a tense action film, unexpectedly culminating in spiritual catharsis.” Mariana Hristova, The New Arab

“Rest assured, this is not just a story of suffering – it’s also a story of hope. [The Abu Sittah family] are people you’ll enjoy spending time with, who will remind you of the good in the world and motivate you to keep fighting for what’s right.” William Mullally, The National

ACCESSIBILITY
Subtitles
This film will be presented with dialogue subtitles. Descriptive Subtitles are not available for this screening.

AGE RATING
A STATE OF PASSION is unrated. Unless it receives a rating before screening, only 18+ will be admitted.

Programme Details
The venue is open all day, so why not come along early to grab a drink and a snack? The programme run time includes an allowance for introductions and up to three trailers. While we will endeavour to accommodate latecomers, this may not always be possible. Please note that we reserve the right to refuse entry, without a refund, to anyone arriving after the advertised start time.

Please note the pedestrian entrance to Princes Quay is either via the Quayside entrance (next to Nandos), via the footpath from Waterhouse Lane / Bonus Arena, or via the Monument Bridge entrance. The Carr Lane entrance (next to Primark) is closed after 6pm. The car park entrance remains unaffected.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions, please drop us a line at hello@hullindependentcinema.com or on social media.

Event Details

Unrated 18+ only.
Doors Open at 7:00PM
From 7:30PM to 9:15PM

Location

Vue Hull, Hull, HU1 2PQ

SAFAR Film Festival: Thank You For Banking With Us!

THANK YOU FOR BANKING WITH US!
Dir Laila Abbas | Germany, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Netherlands, Lebanon | 2024 | 92 mins | Unrated | Arabic, EnglishIn Ramallah, estranged sisters Mariam and Noura reunite after their father’s death leaves a substantial sum in the bank. Under Islamic inheritance law, their absentee brother is entitled to a larger share. Determined to claim what they believe is rightfully theirs, the sisters embark on a tense, overnight mission to secure the funds before the authorities are notified. Laila Abbas’s debut feature is a sharp, darkly humorous exploration of sisterhood and resistance against patriarchal norms and offers a compelling look at contemporary struggles for gender equality in the Arab world.The film had its premiere at the BFI London Film Festival, where it was nominated for Best Film, and has garnered critical acclaim. The film won the Golden Rooster (Chinese Academy Award) for Best Film, won the Best Director prize at Thessaloniki Film Festival, and picked up the Best Arab Narrative Film award at the El Gouna Film Festival, where it was also nominated for the overall Best Film prize.

Starring Yasmine Al Massri, Clara Khoudry

AWARDS AND FESTIVALS
London FF: Nominee, Best Film
Golden Roosters (Chinese Academy Awards): Winner, Best Film
Thessaloniki FF Meet the Neighbours competition: Winner, Best Director; Nominee, Best Film
El Gouna FF: Winner, Best Arab Narrative Feature; Nominee, Best Narrative Feature

REVIEWS
“Palestinian cinema has long been defined by its intelligence and self-deprecating humor in the face of systemic oppression. Abbas continues this tradition with confidence and originality.” Panos Kotzathanasis, Asian Movie Pulse

“Abbas gives us a taste for the women’s interlocking everyday battles. Gender politics reign, but sisterly solidarity emerges as a welcome byproduct.” Olivia Popp, Cineuropa

“A tight, cutting script and two strong lead performances give it a much-needed edge.” William Stottor, Loud and Clear Reviews

ACCESSIBILITY
Subtitles
This film will be presented with dialogue subtitles. Descriptive Subtitles are not available for this screening.

AGE RATING
THANK YOU FOR BANKING WITH US! is unrated. Unless it receives a rating before screening, only 18+ will be admitted.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions, please drop us a line at hello@hullindependentcinema.com or on social media.

Event Details

Unrated 18+ only.
Doors Open at 7:00PM
From 7:30PM to 9:15PM

Location

Vue Hull, Hull, HU1 2PQ

SAFAR Film Festival: Red Path

Hull Independent Cinema & SAFAR Film Festival present…

Watch the trailer on Youtube.

In the shadow of Tunisia’s Mghila Mountains, 13-year-old Achraf endures a harrowing ordeal when jihadists attack him and his cousin, Nizar. Forced to carry Nizar’s severed head back to their village as a gruesome warning, Achraf embarks on a journey that blurs the lines between trauma and resilience. Based on true events, Lotfi Achour’s Red Path is a haunting exploration of innocence lost amidst terror and offers a poignant reflection on the enduring impact of violence and the strength found in confronting it.

Premiered at Locarno’s Cineasti del Presente, the film has garnered accolades including the Golden Tanit at Carthage, the Audience Award at Vancouver, the Golden Yusr for Best Feature Film and the Best Director Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival, and the Best Director and Audience Awards at the Malmö Arab Film Festival.

Starring Ali Helali, Yassine Samouni

AWARDS AND FESTIVALS
Red Sea Int’l FF: Winner, Best Film, Best Director
Malmö Arab Film Festival: Winner, Best Director, Audience Award
Carthage FF: Winner, Best Film, Audience Award
Vancounver Int’l FF: Winner, Audience Award
Namur Int’l FF: Winner, Best Film, Best Cinematography

REVIEWS
“The casting is strong, particularly amongst the youngsters, with Helali remarkably adept at letting Achraf’s warring emotions ripple below the surface. This raw drama paints a vivid picture.” Amber Wilkinson, Screen International

“A powerful, unsparing film which paints an involving picture of individual trauma.” ★★★★ Eddie Harrison, The List

ACCESSIBILITY
Subtitles
This film will be presented with dialogue subtitles. Descriptive Subtitles are not available for this screening.

AGE RATING
RED PATH is not yet rated. Unless it receives a rating before screening, only 18+ will be admitted.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions, please drop us a line at hello@hullindependentcinema.com or on social media.

Event Details

Rating TBC
Doors Open at 7:00PM
From 7:30PM to 9:15PM

Location

Vue Hull, Hull, HU1 2PQ

Brighton Rock

Hull Noir and Hull Libraries present…

BRIGHTON ROCK

In conversation and film screening.

Saturday 5 July / 7pm – 9.45pm (Doors 6.30pm for a 7pm start)
Hull Central Library
Tickets £5
Age: All welcome

BRIGHTON ROCK (1948) is the first bona-fide masterpiece of British noir cinema – a story of gang violence in the streets and arcades of a grubby pre-war seaside underworld, adapted from Graham Greene’s classic 1938 novel.

For this special screening, novelist, writer and noir aficionado, Cathi Unsworth joins Hull Noir co-founder, Nick Triplow, to talk about the film, its origins and journey to the screen.

Event Categories: Film