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Electric Shadows 2026

Screenings from Thu 3 to Sun 6 Dec

Now in its 5th edition, Electric Shadows is the only home-grown film festival in the East Midlands that’s dedicated to showcasing Chinese cinema culture and its industry. Join us at this annual festival to explore a rich cinematic journey as well as future opportunities.

All screenings will be introduced by the Electric Shadows team.

Screening as part of the festival

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Resurrection + Intro 15

Thu 3 Dec, 8pm

In a world where humanity has lost the ability to dream, one creature remains adrift in reverie, clinging to visions no one else can see. Until, a woman appears.

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It’s My Time + Intro 12A

Fri 4 Dec, 6pm

Based on a true story, rebellious septuagenarian Zhao Yanhong (Yeoh) refuses to accept a predictable life, instead embarking on an inspiring odyssey of self-discovery.

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Raise the Red Lantern + Intro 12A

Sat 5 Dec, 5.30pm

A stunning 4K restoration of Zhang Yimou’s Oscar-nominated period drama, set in 1920s China.

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Dear You + Intro 15

Sun 6 Dec, 3.30pm

For years, Grandma Shurou lived on the letters and payments from her husband who left for Nanyang during the war and never returned, but when her debt-ridden grandson travels to Thailand he discovers his grandpa is long gone...