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Christmas at Phoenix

Throughout December

Our festive programme brings seasonal classics back on the big screen, with something for the whole family.

/ Melodrama on Film

All That Heaven Allows U

Mon 1 Dec, 6.15pm | Mon 22 Dec, 1pm

★★★★ – Empire. Douglas Sirk skewers the social mores of 1950s small-town America in this pinnacle of expressionistic Hollywood melodrama.

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Dreamers – Preview + Q&A 15

Mon 1 Dec, 7.30pm

In a UK immigration removal centre, Nigerian migrant Isio finds hope in an unexpected love that gives her the strength to fight a broken system.

/ Melodrama on Film

Volver 15

Thu 4 Dec, 8pm

Pedro Almodóvar's classic stars Penelope Cruz as a mother living in Madrid, dealing with the aftermath of a fire that killed her parents and other buried family truths.

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Kitchen Brigade 12A

Screening from Fri 5 Dec

Sous-chef Cathy Marie leaves her job at a gourmet establishment to pursue her dreams. When things don't quite go to plan, she takes a job working in a cafeteria at a local migrant shelter. Cathy’s skills and passion for cuisine start to change the kids’ lives.

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Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery 12A

Screening from Fri 5 Dec

★★★★★ – BBC. Contemporary cinema’s favourite detective Benoit Blanc returns in Rian Johnson’s sharply penned and devilishly fun reinvention of the classic whodunit.

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Pillion 18

Screening from Fri 5 Dec

“★★★★ – like a cross between Alan Bennett and Tom of Finland” – Guardian. An enigmatic biker, Ray (Alexander Skarsgård) sweeps timid, directionless Colin (Harry Melling) off his feet. Their meeting is a catalyst for change in Colin's life.

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Dreamers 15

Screening from Fri 5 Dec

Isio (Ronke Adekoluejo), a Nigerian migrant in the UK, is sent to an asylum removal centre where she hopes she will receive a fair hearing. Her blossoming relationship with her roommate Farah (Ann Akinjirin) challenges her trust in playing by the rules.

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Wine Tasting 18

Fri 5 Dec, 7pm

Join us for an evening of wine tasting with our independent supplier Woodthorpe Wines. Certified Sommelier Matthew Whitaker will guide you through a bespoke menu of hand-picked wines.

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It’s a Wonderful Life – Donation Screening

Fri 5 Dec, 7.45pm

Our annual charity donation screening returns in support of Alice Hawkins Community Projects. Simply bring along an item from the 'shopping list' to our Box Office, and get a free ticket to this special event in return!

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Cosy Christmas

Throughout December

Cosy family screenings of The Polar Express, Arthur Christmas, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Home Alone and The Snowman and the Snowdog. Our special Christmas Treat tickets include a hot chocolate and Christmas cookie!

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Afternoon Picnic with Santa N/A

Sat 6 Dec, 3pm

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon (indoor) picnic with Santa, followed by a 4.30pm screening of festive family classic Arthur Christmas.

Access Cinema

Regular screenings for people with differing access needs, to give all our customers the chance to enjoy a great cinema experience.

Audio described screenings

For our customers who are blind or have slight loss, many films come with audio description, where a recorded narrator describes the on-screen action during gaps in the dialogue. This is broadcast through wireless headsets so only the wearer can hear.

Relaxed environment screenings

Our relaxed environment screening have reduced sound levels, partially raised lighting, no trailers, and freedom to move around and use sensory aids. They are particularly suited to to people with neuro-diversities including autism, ADHD or other sensory processing disorders.

Captioned screenings

For anyone who is deaf or has hearing loss, we show descriptive subtitled versions of the latest English language movies in our main cinema screens.

Phoenix Leicester

Phoenix is Leicester’s centre for independent cinema, art and digital culture. Films and art deserve to be experienced somewhere special – which is why the whole Phoenix team works hard to make Phoenix a place where everyone can feel welcome and inspired.

Following a multi-million pound expansion, Phoenix now boast four state-of-the-art cinema screens, and shows everything from micro-budget independent films to the latest Hollywood blockbusters, plus film festivals and special events. And as an independent venue, the team handpicks Phoenix’s cinema programme specifically for Leicester audiences, so you’ll see things at Phoenix that aren’t screening in any other local cinemas.

With two superb galleries, Phoenix’s digital art programme presents exciting and innovative work by local and international artists; and short courses, workshops and activities provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn about and create their own film and art.

Our newly opened Café Bar offers a stylish and comfortable place to see friends and relax over a meal and drinks, or meet with clients and catch up on some work.

Phoenix believes that film and art have the power to enhance lives, and for many customers Phoenix staff make the difference. With a clear passion for their work, you’ll find many are studying film or art locally, or are involved in the wider creative community Phoenix attracts.

And as a local charity, all earnings go back into developing Phoenix’s creative programmes, enabling them to reach out to more people.

We hope to see you soon.