The Charlton Kings Film Society (CKFS), supported by the Sacred Hearts Parish, is delighted to introduce its Fifth season.
A cinema tailored by feedback from the local community, its aim is to provide an entertaining and engaging experience for moviegoers. Whether you come in a group or on your own, we’ll do our best to provide a welcoming atmosphere and an enjoyable evening. And, of course, great films at an affordable price.
We offer many advantages beyond your usual cinema experience. Here are a few highlights:
- Recent releases, classics, foreign and children’s films
- Fully licensed bar
- Popcorn, teas and coffees, cakes, ice creams and more
- Large on-stage screen
- Free on-site parking
- Comfortable seating
- Surround sound
- Wheelchair access and disabled facilities
We are looking for more people to help develop this growing venture. So, whether you’re steeped in cinema lore or just want to lend a hand, please let us know. Volunteers can see films for free!
Charlton Kings Film Society can be contacted by email – info@ckfilmsociety.org. They are also on Facebook and Twitter .
2019/20 Film Programme
Bohemian Rhapsody
13th September
Bryan Singer • 2018 • 134 mins • 12A
This Oscar-winning biopic chronicles the life of Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek) from immigrant to rock star (with AIDS). Performances of Queen’s iconic songs during Live Aid will have you singing along.
Life Feels Good
27th September
Maciej Pieprzyca • 2013 • Subtitles • 112 mins • 15
An emotional true story of Mateusz, a boy with Cerebral Palsy, during the political transformation of 1980s Poland. Illustrates the power of communication without words.
Stan & Ollie
11th October
Jon S Baird • 2018 • 98 mins • PG
This BAFTA-nominated film portrays the true story of Hollywood Comedy Duo Laurel & Hardy as they embark on their 1950s Triumphant Farewell Tour of British Variety halls. Their enduring love of performing and for each other shines out.
Some Like It Hot
25th October
Billy Wilder • 1959 • B&W • Remastered • 121 mins • U
This classic comedy follows the escape from prohibition-era Chicago of two musicians (Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon) who witnessed a mafia murder. They disguise themselves to join Marilyn Monroe in an all-girl band.
The Angels’ Share
8th November
Ken Loach • 2012 • 101 mins • 15
Robbie holds his newborn son and vows to escape his tragic life. This film shows the prejudice suffered when criminals try to integrate into society. How will malt whisky change their lives?
The Other Side Of Hope
22nd November
Aki Kaurismäki • 2017 • Subtitles
22 Nov • 100 mins • 12A
Director Aki Kaurismaki turns his surreal comic gaze on the migration issue in his native Finland. A Syrian refugee, denied the right to remain, is helped by a travelling salesman turned restaurateur.
Fisherman’s Friends
13th December
Chris Foggin • 2019
13 Dec • 112 mins • 12A
London music executive Danny and friends head to a remote Cornish village, where he is ‘pranked’ into signing up the local singing fishermen. An upbeat British comedy with toe-tapping sea shanties and beautiful scenery.
Cabaret
10th January
Bob Fosse • 1972
10 Jan • 124 mins • 15
Liza Minnelli stars as Sally Bowles, a nightclub singer in 1930s Berlin during Hitler’s rise to power. Enjoy the catchy songs in this multi-Oscar-winning musical.
Loving Vincent
24th January
Dorota Kobiela, Hugh Welchman • 2017
24 Jan • 94 mins • 12A
Animated oil paintings tell of Vincent Van Gogh’s life and the mystery surrounding his death. Armand, the postman’s son, sets out to investigate his final days, tracking down those who knew him. Visually spectacular.
The Brand New Testament
7th February
Jaco Van Dormael • 2015 • Subtitles • 114 mins • 15
A dark comedy showing a bad-tempered God living in Brussels in human form with his 10-year-old daughter Ea. One day Ea escapes and sets off to find six more apostles to create a brand new testament.
The Untouchables
28th February
Brian De Palma • 1987 • 119 mins • 15
Eliot Ness (Kevin Costner) arrives in Prohibition-era Chicago determined to catch Al Capone (Robert de Niro), and enlists the help of Jim Malone (Sean Connery). This classic gangster thriller will have you on the edge of your seat.
Shoplifters
6th March
Hirokazu Koreeda • 2018 • Subtitles • 121 mins • 15
An immersive account of a Japanese family living in the Tokyo suburbs who survive by shoplifting. This beautiful, bittersweet drama explores what happens when they take home a child.
First Man
20th March
Damien Chazelle • 2018 • 141 mins • 12A
A historical biopic of the life of Neil Armstrong. This first-person account focuses on the personal sacrifices and undeniable risks he took leading up to that pivotal moment in history.
Two Days, One Night
3rd April
Jean-Pierre Dardenne • 2014 • Subtitles • 95 mins • 15
Sandra is off work sick when she discovers her co- workers have been offered a €1,000 bonus if they vote for her to lose her job. She spends the weekend trying to convince each of them to vote for her.
Calvary
17th April
John Michael McDonagh • 2014 • 102 mins • 15
Fr James (Brendan Gleeson), a good Irish priest, is threatened in confession that he will be killed in a week. During the next seven days he is confronted with a variety of problems from his parish and family. A brutal snapshot of Irish life.
La Vie En Rose
8th May
Olivier Dahan • 2007 • Subtitles • 140 mins • 12A
Oscar-winner Marion Cotillard stars as iconic French singer Edith Piaf in this story of her life. Though Piaf’s extraordinary voice took her from the bordellos of Normandy to the streets of Paris, her life was filled with tragedy.
Wild Card
22nd May
A recently released film will be selected, to be announced nearer the time. Please check the CKFS website and communications.
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
5th June
Mike Newell • 2018 • 124 mins • 12A
This romantic period drama tells of Guernsey’s history in the Second World War. Juliet (Lily James), a writer in London, is intrigued when she receives a letter from a Society member and travels to the island to meet him.