Gripping mountain climbing drama, tender travelogues, wacky comedy (both modern day and old timey) – it's all here in your round-up of the Unmissable movies hitting Cineworld screens from this Friday. Scroll down for all the details of what's on and when.
Everest
What's the story? Southpaw's Jake Gyllenhaal stars in this riveting, fact-based mountaineering drama.
First published in 1997, Jon Krakauer's gripping book 'Into Thin Air' detailed the doomed attempt by two separate groups to scale the peak of Mount Everest. Now Krakauer's bestseller is brought to the screen with an all-star cast consisting of Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, John Hawkes, Sam Worthington and Southpaw's Jake Gyllenhaal, all playing the men dedicated to scaling the fearsome, unpredictable mountain. With their mettle tested by one of the fiercest snowstorms ever known to mankind, the climbers are pushed to their physical and emotional limits.
Directed by Baltasar Kormakur, whose 2012 film The Deep similarly focused on the limits of survival, the story is adapted by Oscar winning Slumdog Millionaire screenwriter Simon Beaufoy. Screening in both 2D and immersive IMAX 3D, this powerful drama promises to sweep viewers into the unknown. Keira Knightley, Emily Watson and Robin Wright also star.
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A Walk in the Woods
What's the story? Robert Redford stars as an elderly travel writer who plans to hike the 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail in this inspiring comedy-drama.
Celebrated travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) has most of the last 20 years living in Britain with his English wife (Emma Thompson). After deciding to return to his native United States, he makes plans to hike the 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail, in an effort to reconnect with his homeland. His wife begs him not to do it, but Bill is determined. Though what was originally intended as trek of relaxation and tranquility soon becomes something else entirely when his former friend Stephen Katz (Nick Nolte) joins him for the trip...
Screen legend Robert Redford takes on the role of bestselling travel humorist Bill Bryson in this adaptation of the writer's 1998 book. Redford originally planned for this film to reunite him with his Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid co-star Paul Newman.
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The D Train
What's the story? School of Rock's Jack Black and Enchanted's James Marsden star in a darkly funny school reunion comedy.
Dan Landsman (Jack Black) is a dorky, unpopular loser who lives in Pittsburgh with his loving wife Stacey (Kathryn Hahn) and son Zach (Russell Posner). As self-appointed leader of the committee to organise a 20 year high school reunion, Dan's having trouble drumming up any enthusiasm. Then he spots former classmate Oliver Lawless (James Marsden) on a TV commercial and hits on a brilliant idea. If he can persuade this hunky Hollywood star to attend, everyone will flock to the reunion and he'll be a hero to his peers at last. Careful what you wish for...
There's a jaw-dropping twist in store in this subversive comedy from writer/director duo Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel, who co-wrote the Jim Carrey film Yes Man. Jack Black contributes his most subtle and emotional performance since Richard Linklater's wickedly funny Bernie.
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Bill
What's the story? The team behind the award-winning TV show Horrible Histories tell the story of William Shakespeare's "lost years".
There has long been a period in the life of William Shakespeare that has been a mystery to scholars. What happened the seven years between the birth of his twin children and his emergence on the London literary scene?
Finally, the story can be told, as the team behind the Horrible Histories series promise to tell "the real story" of what happens when "hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare (Mathew Baynton) leaves his family and home to follow his dream." This riotous comedy involves murderous kings, spies, lost loves, and a plot to blow up Queen Elizabeth I (played here by Helen McCrory). The acclaimed children's comedy series makes the leap to the big screen in this hilarious retelling of the Bard's life and his "lost years".
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Katti Batti (Hindi)
What's the story? Imran Khan and Kangana Ranaut star in a Bollywood romantic comedy with a unique twist.
Architect Madhav (Imran Khan) fell for Payal (Kangana Ranaut) because of her free spirited bohemian nature. But now they've split up after five years together. Will they beat the odds in their determination to reunite?
Imran Khan describes his return to the spotlight as a story that begins where other rom-coms end: "You have seen those kind of films in which girl and boy meet, fall in love, a misunderstanding takes place and finally it is cleared and they live happily ever after. Now all that happens here as well, but before the film begins!"
The female lead is Kangana Ranaut, who's still basking in the huge success of Tanu Weds Manu Returns. She says the character of Payal is her toughest role yet. It's a swift return to cinemas for busy director Nikhil Advani, whose Hero is still packing them in.
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Rajini Murugan (Tamil)
What's the story? Tamil star Siva and director Ponram join forces again for another crowd-pleasing family entertainer.
Award-winning Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan really hit the big time when he joined forces with director Ponram for 2013's Varuthapadatha Vaalibar Sangam. This enormously likeable romantic comedy became Siva's biggest box office smash and was remade in Kannada and Telugu. In this follow-up, he reportedly plays a real estate broker, with Soori as his sidekick and Rajkiran as his grandfather.
Samuthirakani is cast as the antagonist, with former child star Keerthy Suresh as the heroine. Also reuniting from the Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam team are cinematographer Balasubramaniem and music director D. Imman. It's the latter's third collaboration with Siva, as he also composed the music for the 2012 romantic comedy Manam Kothi Paravai.
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Trisha Illana Nayanthara (Tamil)
What's the story? Musician and actor G.V. Prakash Kumar leads the cast of this Tamil comedy-thriller.
Director Adhik Ravichandran makes his feature film debut with this comic thriller, described as a romantic-comedy along the lines of the movies made by noted Indian film director Selvaraghavan, famous for the likes of 2011's Mayakkam Enna.
Ravichandran teams with celebrated musician/actor G.V. Prakash Kumar who has contributed to the soundtracks of such films as Thalaivaa and who has also directed music videos for the likes of recent action movie Kaaval. He also starred in hit 2015 Tamil horror comedy Darling.
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Kunjiramayanam (Malayalam)
What's the story? Siblings Vineeth and Dhyan star in this enjoyable Malayalam comedy of village life.
Deep in the remote countryside of Kerala lies the fictional village of Desham. Rituals and superstitions are strong in this deeply traditional society. Now bachelor Kunjiraman (Vineeth Sreenivasan) has returned on leave from his job in the Gulf on a quest to find a bride. This brings him into conflict with his rather naive and buffoonish first cousin, Lalu (Dhyan Sreenivasan). A family feud then develops with all manner of comic consequences.
First-time writer/director Basil Joseph captures perfectly the rhythms and customs of village life, making rustic Desham a colourful character in its own right. Real-life brothers Vineeth and Dhyan, the sons of veteran Malayalam filmmaker Sreenivasan, give terrific performances as the warring cousins. There's able support from Aju Varghese as the village tailor, plus Neeraj Madhav, Bijukkuttan, Deepak and Hareesh. The music is by Justin Prabhakar, with lyrics by Manu Manjith.
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The Battle of Britain at 75 Concert (Friday 18th September, 7.30pm)
What's the story? BBC Radio 2s 'The Battle Of Britain At 75' tells the epic story of the greatest aerial conflict of the Second World War.
This live cinema experience comes from Biggin Hill in south-east London, the most iconic of Britain's fighter stations. Presenters Dermot O'Leary, Jeremy Vine and Sophie Raworth will be joined by the BBC Concert Orchestra and musicians from the armed forces and guest singers as they share compelling stories from the battle. Rare archive footage from the conflict, modern day RAF personnel and a cast of actors will bring those stories to life as we commemorate the 75th anniversary. A 30 minute programme – exclusive to cinemas – will include a close up tour of a Spitfire and veteran fighter pilots recounting their memories of the Battle Of Britain.
'The Battle Of Britain At 75' comes from the producers of the multi-award winning 'D-Day 70 Years On'. By seeing this event at the cinema you will be supporting RAF service charities, with all profits donated to the Royal Air Forces Association, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund and The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust.
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ROH Royal Ballet 2015/16: Romeo & Juliet (Tuesday 22nd September, 7.15pm)
What's the story? The Royal Opera House begin their 2015/16 season with their exquisite new take on Shakespeare's classic.
Romeo and Juliet are passionately in love. However their families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are sworn enemies. Nevertheless, they marry in secret, only for Romeo to be banished from the city when Romeo kills Juliet's cousin Tybalt in a fight.
The Bard's timeless tale of love in the face of adversity is now interpreted by the Royal Ballet. The production is broadcast live in Cineworld from the Royal Opera House to herald the start of their 2015/16 season, and is an unmissable experience for opera lovers. The lavish choreography is staged by Kenneth MacMillan, who utilises Prokofiev's classic score to enhance the emotional impact of the play's most famous sequences, including the balcony kiss and the devastating finale. Set against the backdrop of 16th century Verona, the highlights include a thrilling sword fight and a large-scale ball sequence.
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Unlimited advance screening: Sicario (Wednesday 23rd September, 8.15pm)
What's the story? Emily Blunt stars in this dark, gritty and compelling thriller about the battle between drugs cartels and law enforcement on the US/Mexico border.
Kate Macer (Emily Blunt) is a dedicated FBI agent with an impressive track record of responding to escalated drug cartel activity on the border between the United States and Mexico. Her efforts bring her to the attention of task force leader Matt (Josh Brolin) who enlists her skills to help bring down a notorious yet elusive cartel figurehead, one responsible for the violence that has swamped towns on the Mexican border.
Teaming with Matt and the mysterious Alejandro (Benicio Del Toro), Kate soon realises that she's caught up in a bloody conflict beyond her understanding. Before long, she begins to question her loyalties, as well as those of her superiors.
The Devil Wears Prada actress Emily Blunt goes gritty in this compelling and atmospheric thriller from Prisoners director Denis Villeneuve, one that plunges audiences into a violent world where no-one can be trusted.
This screening is exclusive to Unlimited customers in advance of the film's release date on 9th October. Click here to book your tickets for the Unlimited screening of Sicario. Not yet upgraded? Click here for more details.
NT Live Encore: Coriolanus (Thursday 24th September, 7pm)
What's the story? Tom Hiddleston and Mark Gatiss star in this re-broadcast of Shakespeare's powerful, politically resonant revenge tragedy.
There are riots on the troubled streets of Rome. Patrician Menenius (Mark Gatiss) attempts to calm the troubled waters. But great general Caius Martius (Tom Hiddleston) is openly contemptuous of the proletarians. He then departs for battle, winning a noble victory against the Volscian Army. On his return, the heroic Martius is rewarded with the nickname Coriolanus. His ambitious mother Volumnia also persuades this reluctant warrior to run for consul. But the proud, easily enraged Coriolanus proves ill-equipped for political scheming, with tragic consequences.
The Donmar Warehouse's Artistic Director Josie Rourke is at the helm of this eagerly anticipated new production of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy. Last seen at the Donmar in Othello back in 2008, Tom Hiddleston takes the title role. Mark Gatiss, Mycroft Holmes in the BBC's Sherlock, makes his first professional appearance in a Shakespeare play as Menenius.
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