Podcast | What Makes a Christmas Classic?
Thu 13 Dec 2018
We get into the festive spirit chatting with Dr Ellen Wright about It's a Wonderful Life, why its one of the most loved films of all time and what makes a Christmas classic.
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Review - Suspiria
Fri 23 Nov 2018
Emily Gett from DMU Film Club reviews Luca Guadagnino's re-imagining of the giallo horror masterpiece, Suspiria.
Phoenix brings Virtual Reality movies to the masses
Fri 16 Nov 2018
Phoenix is to become one of the first UK cinemas to screen Virtual Reality (VR) films as part of it regular cinema programme.
She Should Have Gone to the Moon
Wed 7 Nov 2018
A podcast with award winning filmmaker Ulrike Kubatta about Jerri Truhill and the Mercury 13 - women who thought they were going to become the first female astronauts, only to have their dreams shattered. Plus a look at the importance of documentaries and women in the film industry.
10 Classic Films to See to Call Yourself a Film Buff
Thu 1 Nov 2018
With so many classic movies out there, it can be hard to know where to begin. Here's our list of 10 of the best to get you started (and be on your way to film buff status...)
Review - Skate Kitchen
Sat 20 Oct 2018
Emily Maskell of DMU Film Club reviews Crystal Moselle's critically acclaimed coming-of-age drama Skate Kitchen. A powerful meditation on youth and rebellion for our times.
8 of the Best Movie Memes
Thu 18 Oct 2018
Internet memes are best when they're from the movies. We've picked eight of our favourites, from Shrek to Star Wars, for you to enjoy.
Black History Month
Mon 1 Oct 2018
With Black History Month on the horizon we invited Sam Warren of Serendipity to tell us about the programme of films screening at the Phoenix in October
8 Must See Films to Watch this October
Wed 26 Sep 2018
Wondering what films to watch? Here's our quick list of 8 must-see films we're screening in October. From horror classics to 7 hours with Nicolas Cage, it's all here...
Phoenix screens biggest family films for £6 all summer
Thu 5 Jul 2018
We've got the best new family movies for just £6 per person this summer - Incredibles 2, Jurassic World, Christopher Robin and Hotel Transylvania + free creative technology workshops every Thursday.
8 Films You Have to Watch in June
Mon 4 Jun 2018
Deciding what to see at the cinema can be a challenge. Let us help, we've put together a list of 8 must-see films that we're screening during June.
Exploring dance around the world
Mon 16 Apr 2018
Ahead of LDIF 2018, we invited Sam Warren of Serendipity to tell us about the films screening at Phoenix for the festival.
10 Cool Films You Have to Watch in April
Thu 5 Apr 2018
Don’t know what to see at the cinema? We’ve got your back.
We’ve put together a list of 10 cool films that we’re screening in April. A rich blend of old and new, these films really stand out from the crowd.
Pakistan's biggest film star to open film festival at Phoenix
Thu 8 Mar 2018
Mahira Khan, Pakistan’s biggest celebrity actress will be in Leicester on Thursday 15 March to open the UK Asian Film Festival at Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre.
Free film screenings for Leicester schools at Phoenix
Wed 28 Feb 2018
Leicester’s Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre is giving schools and colleges the chance to visit for free throughout the year.
The Shadow of War
Mon 22 Jan 2018
Dr Robert Colls sets the scene for Churchill's election, the shadow of war over Britain, and contextualizes the events of the film The Darkest Hour. (Duration 25mins)
The Thrills of Horror
Sat 13 Jan 2018
With our Thriller Season continuing in January we sit down with a horror cinephile to chat about what makes a 'thrilling' horror film, why we create them, and just what it is that makes the thrill linger long after the movie has ended. (Duration 15mins)
The Legacy of Marie Curie
Wed 3 Jan 2018
Listen to the Phoenix Talks introduction for our screening of Marie Curie: The Courage of Knowledge, presenting Mme Curie's work, impact, and lasting legacy on science and our lives.
(Duration 14mins)
£7 million expansion plans for Leicester’s Phoenix cinema
Wed 20 Dec 2017
Phoenix has announced ambitious plans to expand its current venue and become a four screen independent cinema by the year 2020.
The New Jedi
Tue 19 Dec 2017
The Force has reached magical levels and we're here to talk it out. We share our take on why Star Wars is such a success, how The Last Jedi is all about failing, and the future possibilities the franchise has opened up for itself. (Duration 1hr 4mins) Warning: Spoilers!
Inventing Dickens
Thu 14 Dec 2017
As The Man Who Invented Christmas visits Phoenix, we talk to Dr Hila Shachar about Charles Dickens, author biopics, and A Christmas Carol's impact and success. (Duration 19mins)