A Cinema Lovers Guide to February in Liverpool

The fantasy film festivities never stop in our city, with The Philharmonic Hall’s screening of ‘Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool’ being sold out already.

But worry not fellow film fans, there is still plenty on offer this Feb.

Pop Up Cinema at the Bombed Out Church

The Bombed Out Church is one of the most innovative places in the city, with February seeing the return of their Pop Up, Outdoor Cinema. On Valentine’s Night you will be treated to what is quite possibly still the most romantic film ever made, Casablanca. Then, continuing the romantic theme whilst nodding towards Chinese New Year, their World Cinema Night is offering In The Mood For Love on 16th, topping off the week with a full on Chinese New Year celebration on the 17^th when you can catch Bruce Lee’s karate classic, Enter The Dragon. Wrap up warm and bring a blanket as this is an open air screening under the stars at the Bombed Out Church.

For more information and tickets, head to the website here.

Planet Tumbleweed, FACT – 14th Feb

Filmmaker Sandi Hughes presents Planet Tumbleweed, a film challenging the notion of equality in Liverpool. Documenting her own experiences of racism, homophobia and sexism the film shows a collective responsibility that crosses generations, aiming to influence and educate our communities to move Liverpool’s cultures forward. Following the screening, join Sandi and invited guests for a discussion around the films messages.

Tickets and more info available here.

A Valentines Trip To The Pictures – Fifty Shades Freed/Shape Of Water

What’s more Holywood than a romantic trip to the movies? Every year we get a host of Valentine friendly flicks with the Fifty Shades series being the most recent hot property. The final installment of the trilogy is out just in time to take your loved one, or even a group of friends, to a saucy screening. And, if you’re on the complete flipside of the spectrum, swapping muscles for monsters, Guillermo Del Toro’s latest film, The Shape of Water is released on Valentine’s Day itself. This monstrous love story is nominated for an outstanding 13 Oscars at this year’s Academy Awards, more than any other film.

Black Panther Offer, ODEON

Along with Avengers: Infinity War, Chadwick Boseman’s Black Panther is arguably the most hotly anticipated Marvel movie of the year. To celebrate it’s release, Odean are giving away one exclusive character postcard with every ticket during the previews and opening weekend. To get your hands on one of four exclusive character postcards simply book to see Black Panther between the 13th and 18th February. Whether you’re a comic book fan or have yourself a couple of little superhero film fans, these exclusive collectors item are the cherry on top of what is sure to be one of this year’s epics.

To redeem the offer head this way.

The Greatest Showman, Philharmonic Hall – 27th Feb

There is still chance to catch a flick in the sumptuous surroundings of the Philharmonic Hall this month, as they offer you the opportunity to see Hugh Jackman in the circus epic, The Greatest Showman, before it leaves the silver screen.

To book your tickets head to the website here.