Leicester's Cinema-going History
Tue 6 Sep 2016
Feature writer Mark Taylor meets DMU's Matt Jones to talk about Leicester's cinema history.
Phoenix blog
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David Brent: Life on the Road | Review
Wed 24 Aug 2016
“I went in expecting to see a comedy from a writer I admire. I walked out, wiping my eyes, feeling like I’d seen a work of art disguised as a comedy.”
Artists bring fresh ideas to filmmaking
Tue 23 Aug 2016
'Outside', screening on Thu 25 Aug as part of The Short Cinema, is one example of how the boundaries between filmmakers and artists are being blurred.
Leicester festival puts Midlands filmmakers in the spotlight
Wed 17 Aug 2016
The Short Cinema film festival, at Leicester’s Phoenix cinema and art centre, is in its tenth year and will run from Wed 24 August to Sat 27 August
Leicestershire artist seeks help to weave some willow magic
Wed 3 Aug 2016
Leicestershire-based international willow artist Tom Hare is building a major new piece of work in the city - and he wants local adults and children to help him design it.
Affordable summer fun for children at Phoenix
Mon 11 Jul 2016
With great films, creative workshops and young filmmaker summer camps, there's plenty to keep young ones inspired this summer at Phoenix.
Mustang | Review
Thu 19 May 2016
'A celebration of the power of camaraderie which brings with it the hope of transcending society’s restrictions.' Alan Morton offers a revealing insight into this coming-of-age Turkish melodrama.
It’s a Long Shot but it’s worth it!
Mon 11 Apr 2016
In anticipation of the upcoming release of 'Victoria' Mike Anderson tells us why the long take is his favourite filming technique.
To Act or not to Act
Thu 31 Mar 2016
Guest writer Charles Hulme shares his top tips for acting on screen.
Indie film lovers encouraged to spread the word on social media
Thu 10 Mar 2016
Phoenix is rewarding cinemagoers with a free drink for posting on social media about the independent and world cinema films they watch in March.
Phoenix prepares for the apocalypse with Dystopian Film Festival
Wed 9 Mar 2016
Festival addresses why we love to watch the destruction of civilisation with five iconic movies from the last 50 years.
Volunteer Choir Members Needed!
Tue 8 Mar 2016
Volunteer choir members needed for Canary Songs - a sound and choral performance at Phoenix - Call-out now closed
Customer Choice: Phoenix Film of 2015
Fri 4 Mar 2016
We asked you to vote for your favourite film of 2015. And the winner is... (drum roll please)
How Gene Kelly influenced me
Fri 12 Feb 2016
Inspired by our Hollywood Classics screenings, assistant film programmer Stuart Peters reminisces over one of Hollywood's biggest stars.
To Japan and back: A brief look at Star Wars, Kurosawa and Japanese influences
Thu 4 Feb 2016
With The Force Awakens recent box office success and Phoenix’s involvement in The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme it seems the perfect time to reacquaint ourselves with the origins of one of cinemas most popular franchises.
Film Review: 'Room'
Fri 29 Jan 2016
Guest writer Rebecca Tivey shares her thoughts on the adaptation of the acclaimed novel, and the acting calibre of Brie Larson and the young Jacob Tremblay in leading roles.
From Furiosa to Grandma
Fri 29 Jan 2016
Praise for Grandma from Ros, our Operations & Customer Services Manager.
Where are the girls? The awards controversy
Thu 21 Jan 2016
Nominations for the 2016 awards season demonstrate the underrepresentation of women in the film industry. Laura Mee asks: how far have we come? How far do we still need to go?
Evelyn Waugh and the Legacy of Nostalgia
Fri 15 Jan 2016
2016 marks 50 years since Evelyn Waugh's death. As we screen Brideshead Revisited (2008) on Wed 20 Jan, Rebecca L. Moore gives a whistle-stop tour of Waugh's best adaptations and his turbulent relationship to film.
Phoenix in 60 Seconds - January 2016
Wed 23 Dec 2015
Our film programmer Jake Harvey gives you the low-down on the must-see films at Phoenix in January 2016. Put them in your calendars!
Phoenix Faces: Stuart Peters
Wed 23 Dec 2015
Our Phoenix Faces feature shines a spotlight on some of the hard-working people who keep Phoenix running. Get behind the scenes with Stuart as he shares his internship experiences as our assistant film programmer.