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NOVEMBERMon 12 - Thu 15 Auditorium closed

Fri 16Skyfall (12A) 5.30 + 8.15

Sat 17Skyfall (12A) 7.45

Mon 19Ducoboo 1.30Tabu (15) 6.30

Tue 20War of the Buttons 1.30Skyfall (12A) 5.30 + 8.15

Wed 21Skyfall (12A) 1.00 + 5.00

Thu 22Starter for 6 Road Show 5.30Skyfall (12A) 7.45

Fri 23 Anna Karenina (12A) 5.30Killing Them Softly (18) 8.00

Sat 24 Anna Karenina (12A) 5.30Killing Them Softly (18) 8.00

Mon 26Crapuleuses 1.30About Elly (12A) 6.30

Tue 27Crapulueses 12.30Desert Flower (15) 5.00The Imposter (15) 8.00

Wed 28Shorts for Wee Ones 10.00The Snows of Kilimanjaro (15) 7.30

Thu 29Shorts for Middle Ones 10.00The Snows of Kilimanjaro (15) 7.30

Fri 30The Gruffalo's Child 10.00Ginger and Rosa (12A) 7.30

DECEMBER

Sat 1Ginger and Rosa (12A) 7.30

Mon 3Barbara (12A) 6.30

Tue 4Consent 5.00Beasts of the Southern Wild (12A) 8.00

Wed 5Untouchable (15) 7.30

Thu 6Untouchable (15) 10.45 + 7.30

Fri 7 + Sat 8Argo (15) 7.30

Mon 10Holy Motors (18) 6.30

Tue 115 Broken Cameras (15) 6.00Argo (15) 8.00

Wed 12Rust and Bone (15) 7.30

Thu 13The Peacock Spring 10.45Rust and Bone (15) 7.30

Fri 14Sticky Kids ChristmasSingalong 10.00 + 1.30 + 4.00

Fri 14 + Sat 15The Master (15) 7.30

Sun 16The Princess Bride (PG) 6.00

Mon 17Berberian Sound Studio (15) 6.30

Tue 18The Master (15) 7.30

Wed 19It's A Wonderful Life (U) 1.00The Master (15) 7.30

Thu 20 The Master (15) 7.30

Fri 21 Gambit 6.00Silver Linings Playbook 8.00

Sat 22 Raymond Briggs Christmas Special (U) 1.00 + 3.00It's A Wonderful Life (U) 7.30

Tue 25RBCFT wishes you Merry Christmas!

Thu 27, Fri 28 + Sat 29Gambit 6.00Silver Linings Playbook 8.00

JANUARYTue 1 Happy New Year from the RBC Thu 3 Gambit 6.00Silver Linings Playbook 8.00Fri 4 Sat 5Rise of the Guardians (12A) 5.30Great Expectations (12A) 7.30

Sun 6 Lawrence of Arabia (PG) 2.00Mon 7The Conversation (15) 6.30

Tue 8Great Expectations 1.00 + 5.30 + 8.00

Wed 9Rise of the Guardians (2D) 1.00Great Expectations (12A) 5.30 + 8.00

Thu 10Great Expectations 10.45 + 5.30 + 8.00

Fri 11 + Sat 12You Will Be My Son 7.30

Sun 13The Fellowship of the Ring (PG) 12.00The Two Towers (12) 3.30The Return of the King (12A) 7.00

Mon 14 The Hunt (15) 6.30Tue 15 + Wed 16 Love (12A) 7.30Thu 17 Tune for the Blood (PG) 7.30Fri 18The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 6.30

Sat 19 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 5.00Sightseers (15) 8.30

Sun 20The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp 2.00

Mon 21 Le Petit Nicolas (PG) 1.00Sightseers (15) 6.30

Tue 22Chasing Ice 6.00The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 7.30

Wed 23 The Angels' Share (15) 7.30Thu 24 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 7.30

Fri 25 + Sat 26 Life of Pi 7.30Mon 28Winter's Daughter 1.00Life of Pi 6.30

Tue 29, Wed 30 + Thu 31Life of Pi 5.30 + 8.00

FEBRUARYFri 1 + Sat 2 + Wed 6Quartet 6.00 + 8.00Tue 5Quartet 1.00 + 6.00 + 8.00Thu 7Quartet 10.45 + 6.00 +8.00

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BRING A BABYBaby friendly screenings for parents and guardians. Baby changing and bottle warming facilities available. Limited to babies under 15 months. Doors open at 12.30pm and film starts at 1pm. Adults £6.10 (£4.50 conc) babies free!

Wed 21 NovemberSkyfall

Wed 19 DecemberIt’s a Wonderful Life

9 JanuaryRise of the Guardians (2D)

COFFEECLUBFor a modest £6.90 (£5.20 conc) you can relish a cup of good coffee, a delicious tray-bake and watch a great movie. Doors open at 10am and film starts at 10.45am.

Thu 6 DecemberUntouchable

Thu 13 DecemberThe Peacock Spring

Thu 10 JanuaryGreat Expectations

Thu 7 FebraryQuartet

BOX OFFICE 01387 264808Open evenings for the duration of the film screening and during the day Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

Please note that during busy periods you may hear the answer machine message.

Please call back later.

TICKET PRICES Unless otherwise stated

Tickets ................................................................................£6.10

Concessions ........................................................................£4.50

Family (2 adults + 2 children) ...........................................£17.65

Young Scot Card holders ....................................................£3.70

Access Cinema ....................................................................£3.70

Coffee Club, Sneaky Cinema & Film Club ...........................£6.90

Concessions Coffee Club, Sneaky Cinema & Film Club .......£5.20

Concessions apply to children under 16, full-time students, senior citizens, Jobseekers Allowance or Income Support recipients, and registered disabled people. Please provide proof of eligibility when purchasing or collecting tickets

OPENING TIMESThe Film Theatre opens half an hour before the film starts.

Robert Burns Centre Film Theatre, Mill Rd, Dumfries DG2 7BE

SCHOOL GROUPS - We can arrange schools screenings for most, appropriate, films in our programme. £3.70 per student when groups of ten or more students are booked in advance. Teachers get one free ticket for every ten booked. If you would like to book a school visit, please contact Alex.Murray@dumgal.gov.uk

ADVANCE BOOKINGS - All performances are bookable in advance. (At busy times you may hear the answer-phone message; we ask you to bear with us during periods of heavy demand).

POSTAL BOOKINGS - Please phone before making a postal booking to check availability. Postal bookings must be accompanied by contact details and cheque made payable to Dumfries & Galloway Council and sent to the address above.

REFUNDS - Tickets cannot be refunded, unless the screening is cancelled. Tickets can be exchanged if 48 hours’ notice is given, subject to availability.

SEAT RESERVATIONS - All seats are unreserved. If you require seats together, please arrive in plenty of time to book a seat of your choice using a seat minder. The auditorium is open half an hour before the start of the first film, and approximately 15 minutes for subsequent screenings.

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VENUE HIRE - Hire our auditorium for your very own private cinema party. Perfect for celebrating any occasion with your family and friends. Contact Alex on Alex.Murray@dumgal.gov.uk

GIFT VOUCHERS - Available from box office.

The photographs in the foyer are the work of the Dumfries camera Club www.dumfriescameraclub.co.uk

SNEAKY CINEMATreat yourself to a lazy afternoon at the RBC; settle into a film and then digest over tea and cake afterwards. Tickets cost £6.90 (£5.20 conc). Doors open at 12.30pm, film starts at 1pm.

Tue 8 JanuaryGreat Expectations

Tue 5 FebraryQuartet

SkyfallFri 16 – Thu 22 NovemberSam Mendes | GB | 2012 | 142mins | 12A

Daniel Craig returns as James Bond 007 in this, the 23rd instalment of the Bond series. It is the most critically acclaimed yet, with Craig adding more psychological depth to his character. Don’t worry though, the action is still spectacular and comes thick and fast. Judi Dench reprises her role as M, rising star Ben Whishaw is Q and Javier Bardem makes for one of the most chilling villains in the series.

12A Contains moderate action violence and one use of strong language

Starter for 6Road Show Thu 22 (5.30-7.00) NovemberStarter for 6 is Scotland’s premier start-up and investment programme for creative industry entrepreneurs. The 2013 Starter for 6 Main Programme has now been launched and closes on Monday 10 December 2012. The Road Show is an opportunity to come and meet a member of the team from Starter for 6, to hear about the programme and discuss the application process and the criteria for selection.

If you can't make it along in the evening, David Smith, Starter for 6 Programme Manager will be available for drop in meetings from 3pm.

To RSVP for the event, or to register interest in a drop in meeting with David earlier in the day please contact starterfor6@culturalenterpriseoffice.co.uk

For more information on the Starter for 6 programme visit www.culturalenterpriseoffice.co.uk

TabuMon 19 (6.30 ) NovemberMiguel Gomes | Portugal | 2012 | 118mins | 15 | Portuguese with English subtitles

An intriguing, enigmatic film from Portuguese director Miguel Gomes. The film is in two parts. In one, three women, neighbours in a Lisbon apartment complex, respond in different ways to the loneliness of their existence. One of them has a dark secret in her past, which gradually unfolds in the second part, a blissful, poignant flashback that casts an ironic light on the lost paradise that the characters are in search of.

Killing Them SoftlyFri 23 & Sat 24 (8.00) NovemberAndrew Dominik | USA | 2012 | 97mins | 18

A classy American crime thriller the kind of which Hollywood did so well in the 70s. ‘Killing Them Softly’ stars Brad Pitt as a hitman hired to track down and kill the perpetrators of a poker game heist. This film is a dark and powerful look at violence in contemporary America.

About EllyMon 26 (6.30 ) NovemberAsghar Farhadi | Iran | 2009 | 119mins | 12A | Persian with English subtitles

Three families holiday together at a remote and run-down cabin, taking with them a young woman, Elly. When she disappears, concern soon turns to recrimination as the fabric of these familes’ worlds is torn apart. ‘About Elly’ is a complex moral tale whose Hitchcockian elements make for compelling cinema. It is directed by Asghar Farhadi, a great talent in Iranian cinema, whose latest film ‘A Separation’ has been a worldwide hit.

12A Contains moderate violence and threat

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Anna KareniaFri 23 & Sat 24 (5.30) NovemberJoe Wright | GB | 2012 | 130mins | 12A

Glittering adaptation of Tolstoy’s classic novel.

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The ImposterTue 27 (8.00) NovemberBart Layton | GB | 2011 | 98mins | 15

A documentary about a young French con artist who convinces a grieving Texas family that he is their 16 year old son who had been missing for 3 years, despite his French accent and different coloured eyes. This film has testimony from both the con-artist and the family as the film-makers try to piece together how the deception occurred. A gripping thriller straight out of real life, ‘The Imposter’ is an original film experience that walks the razor’s edge between true-crime documentary and stylish noir mystery.

FREE PUBLIC SCREENING Desert Flower Tue 27 (5.00) NovemberAdvisory age limit 16. People below this age limit are allowed to attend this screening provided they are accompanied by a parent/guardian or written permission from a parent/guardian is sent to us in advance.

As part of the 2012 16 Days Of Action Against Gender Violence Campaign, the Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women Partnership present ‘Desert Flower’, a film that charts the incredible journey of Waris Dirie from a nomadic life in the Somali desert to supermodel and international women’s rights champion.

The film explores the issue of Female Genital Mutilation, a custom deeply rooted in culture and tradition and a violation of human rights that affects millions of women and girls worldwide and puts thousands at risk in the UK.

There will be an opportunity for an informal discussion after the film.

To book your free place, please contact Kate Barrick on 01387 245190 or at Kate.Barrick@dumgal.gov.uk Registration and Tea/coffee from 5pm.

Dir: Sherry Hormann Runtime: 120mins

Shorts for Wee OnesWed 28 (10.00) November45mins / Suitable for ages 3+

A brilliant mix of the best short films for the very young. All the films are either in English or have no dialogue, so they’re suitable for even the youngest children: they’re an ideal introduction to the big screen experience.

Shorts for Middle OnesThu 29 (10.00) November45mins / Suitable for ages 8+

Here’s a collection of shorts offering just a little bit more of a challenge than Wee Ones, designed to fascinate those aged 8 and above. Though several of the films are dialogue free and most of the others are in English, we haven’t ruled out films with subtitles. You’ll discover the story of an orange that wants to be a pineapple; a cautionary tale about the hole in the ozone layer; a romantic hymn to the importance of recycling, and a real-life sports tale that reminds us that winning isn’t everything.

Tickets £3.50, accompanying adults free.

There are workshops to accompany Shorts For Wee Ones and Middle Ones. Spaces limited so please book.

Workshops will take place at 11am.

The Snows of KilimanjaroWed 28 & Thur 29 (7.30) NovemberRobert Guédiguian | France | 2011 | 90mins | 15 | French with English subtitles

Political storytelling at its most entertaining. This film centres on the lives of factory workers in a working-class district of Marseille. Union rep Michel is made redundant and hopes to set off on a holiday of a lifetime to Tanzania with his wife Marie-Claire. However a shocking incident scuppers their plans and they get drawn into a tale of conflicted morals. This is an ultimately hopeful film, brimming with passion, humanity and political conviction.

The Gruffalo’s Child Friday 30 November (10.00)50 min / Suitable for ages 3+

The wonderful thing about great books is that they can be made into great films too! Once again we venture into the deep, dark wood and encounter Snake, Owl and Fox, who are on their way to a showdown with Mouse. But is he as big and bad as everyone says? We also include two more short films that complement the themes of the Gruffalo’s Child, and provide fresh perspective on the well-loved Gruffalo tales.

Family workshop also availableGet busy using your imagination and our materials to design and create a piece of art.

Spaces limited so please book.

Workshops will take place at 11am.

Beasts of the Southern WildTue 4 (8.00) DecemberBenh Zeitlin | USA | 2012 | 93mins | 12A

In a forgotten but defiant bayou community cut off from the rest of the world by a sprawling levee, a six-year-old girl exists on the brink of orphanhood. Buoyed by her childish optimism and extraordinary imagination, she believes that the natural world is in balance with the universe until a fierce storm changes her reality. Desperate to repair the structure of her world in order to save her ailing father and sinking home, this tiny hero must learn to survive unstoppable catastrophes of epic proportions. This is the indie hit of the year, a magical American folktale with a heart of gold.

12A Contains moderate threat, injury detail and potentially dangerous behaviour.

Ginger and RosaFri 30 November & Sat 1 (7.30) DecemberSally Potter | GB | 2012 | 90mins | 12A

An autobiographical film by British director Sally Potter. Set in London in 1962 it is the tale of two best friends caught up in their own emotional turmoil, as well as the political turmoil of the time. This film expertly captures the period of early sixties London, a time of optimism and change but also a time of fear as the Cuban Missile Crisis loomed. It’s a delicate and intelligent drama with standout performances from newcomers Elle Fanning and Alice Englert.

12A Contains infrequent strong language and moderate sex and suicide references

FREE PUBLIC SCREENING Consent Dir: Brian Hill Runtime: 100mins. Advisory age limit 16. People below this age limit are allowed to attend this screening provided they are accompanied by a parent/guardian or written permission from a parent/guardian is sent to us in advance.

Tue 4 (5.00) DecemberAs part of the 2012 16 Days of Action Against Gender Violence, the Dumfries and Galloway Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women Partnership and Rape Crisis Scotland are holding a special public screening of the film ‘Consent’.

Work colleagues Becky and Steve get drunk at a work party at an up-market hotel and end up having sex. She claims it was rape; he claims it was consensual. A mock trail follows in which a jury of ordinary people, real barristers, solicitors and a judge hear the resulting case.

The screening will be followed by an audience/panel discussion. The panel will include various experts in the violence against women field.

To reserve a free place, please contact Kate Barrick on 01387 245 190 or at Kate.Barrick@dumgal.gov.uk Registration and tea/coffee from 5.00pm

BarbaraMon 3 (6.30 ) DecemberChristian Petzold | Germany | 2012 | 105mins | 12A | German with English subtitles

In the paranoiac nightmare of 1980s East Germany, Barbara, a physician from Berlin, has been sent to a small country town as punishment for a crime against the state. Tormented by the Stasi, she dreams of escape to the West but finds herself being drawn inexorably, disastrously into a relationship with a fellow doctor. Subtly drawn and impeccably acted, Barbara is the assured new offering from German master Christian Petzold, who deservedly won the Best Director award at this year's Berlin Film Festival.

12A Contains infrequent moderate sex references

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Holy MotorsMon 10 (6.30 ) DecemberLeos Carax | France | 2012 | 116mins | 18 | French with English subtitles

This bonkers new film is destined to be the most talked about arthouse hit of the year and a future classic. It is the surreal tale of Monsieur Oscar who journeys around Paris in a stretch limousine donning various identities and playing roles that range from the naturalistic to the bizarre.

5 Broken CamerasTue 11 (6.00) DecemberEmad Burnat, Guy Davidi | Israel/Palestine | 2011 | 94mins 15 | Arabic and Hebrew with English subtitles

Palestinian farm labourer Emad buys a video camera to record the birth of his son, little does he know that he will be drawn into an extraordinary new role in his community. Overnight his village becomes the centre of an international campaign to halt the seizure of land and olive groves for Israeli settlers and Emad is there to record it. 5 broken cameras later he has created this film which offers a unique insight into the realities of living in Palestine.

UntouchableWed 5 (7.30) & Thur 6 (10.45 & 7.30) DecemberOlivier Nakache, Eric Tolodano | France | 2011 | 112mins | 15 | French with English subtitles

The surprise feelgood hit of the year, this French film has a classic odd couple set up as a millionaire who becomes paralysed after a paragliding accident hires an ex-con as his carer. The pair who, on the surface, seem to have nothing in common, find camaraderie rooted in honesty and humour.

ArgoFri 7, Sat 8 (7.30) & Tue 11 (8.00) DecemberBen Affleck | USA | 2012 | 120mins | 15

Based on real events, ‘Argo’ chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis, focusing on the little-known role that the CIA and Hollywood played. Ben Affleck stars as Tony Mendez, a CIA operative who sets up the audacious plan, posing as a movie producer scouting for locations in Tehran. Affleck directs a strong cast including John Goodman, Bryan Cranston and George Clooney. This is a smart, funny and tense thriller.

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Molly and Mac are on stage with an action packed show for 2-6 year olds. Lots of audience participation and chances to join Molly and Mac on the stage. A wonderful introduction to theatre for very young children based on the Sticky Kids music and movement resources.The Sticky Kids Live Show is full of fun, comedy, music and lots more! A real Christmas treat!

Adults - £6.10 | Children - £ 4.50No family tickets, concession prices for adults, refunds or exchanges for this show.

Rust and BoneWed 12 & Thu 13 (7.30) DecemberJacques Audiard | France | 2012 | 120mins | 15 French with English subtitles

‘Rust and Bone’ is a beautiful, emotionally charged film that won the Best Film at the recent London Film Festival. It is the tale of two very different people coming to terms with dramatic life changes. Ali has always been a distant father, but when he must take care of his five-year-old son alone for the first time, he struggles with the responsibility. Homeless, penniless and friendless he moves from northern France to Antibes to take refuge with his sister. There he encounters Stephanie, a beautiful and talented animal trainer. She dismisses his advances, but when she is the victim of a terrible accident, Ali and Stephanie are reunited and his no-nonsense approach is life-changing.

The MasterFri 14 - Thu 20 DecemberPaul Thomas Anderson | USA | 2012 | 137mins | 15

‘The Master’, Paul Thomas Anderson’s first film since the stunning ‘There Will Be Blood’, boasts virtuoso performances from leads Joaquin Phoenix and Philip Seymour Hoffman. Freddie Sutton (Phoenix) is a troubled navy veteran, drifting through his turbulent life in post-WWII America. Lancaster Dodd (Seymour Hoffman) is a volatile and charismatic intellectual who founds his own influential religious cult. When the two men meet, they forge an intense, if unequal, bond. ‘The Master’ is a striking and powerful film which promises to be one of the most talked about films of the autumn.

The Peacock SpringThu 13 (10.45 ) DecemberChristopher Morahan | India | 1996 | 149mins

Gripping drama about culture clash and family loyalty set in the late 1950s based on a novel by Rumer Godden. A widowed official brings his daughters from England to live in Delhi, but when his 15 year old daughter Una falls in love with a charismatic Indian poet Ravi, shock waves ripple through what was left of the British Empire.

Sticky Kids Christmas Singalong Friday 14 (10.00, 1.30 & 4.00) DecemberDuration 70mins

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The Princess BrideSun 16 (6.00) DecemberRob Reiner | USA | 1987 | 98mins | PG

Continuing our series of Sunday Staff Picks. The Princess Bride has been chosen by attendant Susan Kenny.

“Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love... Miracles!”

-Grandfather (Peter Falk)

“This is not a random list, it is the content of this beautiful film and the reason why it is my favourite. 25 years ago most people missed the cinematic release of Rob Reiner’s film. The cult following came later and in a big way. One of the most quotable films released, this is my Staff Pick and I hope the RBCFT audience loves it as much as I do.”

Berberian Sound StudioMon 17 (6.30 ) DecemberPeter Strickland | GB | 2012 | 92mins | 15

This atmospheric film is a must see for fans of Italian giallo horror. These films were known for their mix of high style and gruesome detail, and also for their sound effects. Toby Jones plays a sound engineer on the set of one such film, using such objects as marrows and watermelons to create just the right effect. However, the appalling violence on screen and the shady goings on off set begin to seep into his life, sending him sliding into madness.

The influence of ‘The Conversation’ is key on this film – look out for this film later in the programme!

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It’s a Wonderful Life Wed 19 (1.00 )+ Sat 22 (7.30) DecemberFrank Capra | USA | 1946 | 130mins | U

Capra’s best-loved film is also, ironically, one of his darkest, an unusually tough look at life’s compromises as experienced by James Stewart’s smalltown everyman. As ideals, ambitions and dreams are slowly but surely dashed, pragmatism yields to regret and despair – until an angel named Clarence reveals what might have been...

Raymond Briggs Christmas SpecialSat 22 (1.00 & 3.00) December77mins | U

A rare chance to see all of Raymond Brigg’s beautiful stories brought to life: ‘The Snowman’, ‘Father Christmas’ and ‘The Bear’. Perfect family viewing for Christmas.

Silver Linings PlaybookFri 21, Thu 27-Sat 29 December, Thu 3 January (8.00)David O. Russell | USA | 2012 | 120mins | Cert TBC

Pat has lost everything – his house, his job, and his wife. He now finds himself living back with his mother and father after spending 8 months in a state institution. Pat is determined to rebuild his life, remain positive and reunite with his wife. When Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own, things get complicated, she offers to help Pat reconnect with his wife but only if he’ll do something very important for her in return. ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ is a fabulous family drama, comedy and love story. Starring Robert De Niro, Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper.

GambitFri 21, Thu 27 - Sat 29 December, Thu 3 January (6.00)Michael Hoffman | USA | 2012 | TBCmins | Cert TBC

Michael Hoffman directs this Coen brothers-scripted comedy/crime caper starring Colin Firth, Cameron Diaz, and Alan Rickman. An art curator decides to seek revenge on his abusive boss by conning him into buying a fake Monet, but his plan requires the help of an eccentric and unpredictable Texas rodeo queen

Rise of the Guardians (2D)Fri 4 & Sat 5 (5.30), Wed 9 (1.00 ) JanuaryPeter Ramsey | USA | 2012 | 97mins | cert TBC

Enchanting film inspired by William Joyce's ‘The Guardians of Childhood’ book series, where Santa and a handful of mythical figures band together to defeat the malevolent schemes of the frightful Pitch.

Great ExpectationsFri 4 - Thu 10 JanuaryMike Newell | GB | 2012 | 129mins |12A

Gritty and hauntingly dark interpretation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel about young orphan, Pip, who climbs the ranks of London’s class-ridden social structure during the early 19th century, with assistance from a mysterious benefactor. Pip attempts to win over the heart of Estella, a lovely but heartless heiress he’s long carried a torch for but Estella is being moulded by her emotionally-damaged stepmother, Miss Havisham, played magnificently by Helena Bonham Carter.

12A Contains moderate violence and occasional gory moments

Lawrence of ArabiaSun 6 (2.00) JanuaryDavid Lean | GB | 1962 | 227mins | PG

This monumental story recounts the true life experiences of T.E. Lawrence, better known to the world as Lawrence of Arabia. A young, idealistic British officer in WWI, Lawrence (Peter O'Toole) is assigned to the camp of Prince Feisal (Alec Guinness), an Arab tribal chieftain and leader in a revolt against the Turks. In a series of brilliant tactical maneuvers, Lawrence leads fifty of Feisal's men in a tortured three week crossing of the Nefud Desert to attack the strategic Turkish held port of Aqaba. Following his successful raids against Turkish troops and trains, Lawrence's triumphant leadership and unyielding courage gain him nearly god-like status among his Arab brothers.

The ConversationMon 7 (6.30 ) JanuaryFrancis Ford Coppola | USA | 1974 | 113mins | 15

Classic Coppola, in which surveillance expert Gene Hackman’s isolated, private life is built on other peoples’ private lives and conversations, picked up by his bank of electronic phone surveillance equipment. One day he pieces together a conversation that leads to trouble.

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The Hunt Jagten

Mon 14 (6.30 ) JanuaryThomas Vinterberg | Denmark | 2012 | 106 mins | 15 | Danish with English subtitles

Primary school teacher Lucas is trying to rebuild his life following a bitter divorce. When one of his young pupils makes accusations of abuse, the adults in the closely-knit rural community rapidly and mercilessly turn on Lucas, and he makes dangerous enemies of some of his oldest and closest friends. ‘The Hunt’ is a tense drama with an impressive central performance from Mads Mikkelsen.

Love Amour

Tue 15 & Wed 16 (7.30) JanuaryMichael Haneke | France | 2012 |127mins | 12A | French with English subtitles

A powerful and moving film, which details the tender and loving relationship between two elderly musicians. Anne and George’s happy marriage is tested when Anne suffers a series of devastating strokes and George insists on caring for her at home, a decision their daughter (played by Isabelle Huppert) fails to understand. The couple continue with their life, creating an increasingly private world, and their long-standing devotion to each other is unshakeable. Haneke’s film is a masterwork which boasts a heartrending portrayal of Anne’s physical and mental decline from Emmanuelle Riva. Cannes Film Festival Palme d’or winner.

12A Contains one use of strong language and distressing scenes

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Fri 11 & Sat 12 (7.30) JanuaryGilles Legrand | France | 2011 | 101mins | French with English subtitles

The Saint Emilion Premier Cru Chateau Clos Fourtet is the setting for this classy Gallic family drama. Grouchy character thesp Niels Arestrup (‘A Prophet’, ‘War Horse’) is ideally cast as the coldhearted, overly pragmatic owner of a prestigious vineyard who considers his son an incompetent successor. Like a fine wine, this drama is full-bodied and complex and provides a fascinating look at the matter of the transmission of knowledge, heritage and tradition in the world of wine.

Look out for a special wine tasting event on Saturday evening. Details to be confirmed.

The Lord of the Rings TrilogySun 13 (12.00) JanuaryJohn Harvey, our relief projectionist, has selected a back to back screening of the LOTR trilogy as his choice to celebrate our 25th year. Immerse yourself all day in Middle-earth while you wait patiently for the next installment of Peter Jackson’s JRR Tolkein saga, ‘The Hobbit’. The Fellowship of the Ring (2001, 178mins, PG), The Two Towers (2002, 179mins, 12) and The Return of the King (2003, 201mins, 12A).

Ticket deal for hardcore LOTR fans.

All three films for £15.00 / £10.00 concession

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Tune for the BloodThu 17 (7.30) JanuaryAnne Cottringer | UK | 2012 | 103mins | PG

The average age of a UK farmer is 58 years. Traditional family farms are increasingly under threat. This documentary follows six Herefordshire Young Farmers through the dramas and challenges of the farming year. Breeding the perfect dairy cow, volatile markets, the threat of TB, laying a good hedge are all part of the rich texture of this exuberant, lyrical and often gritty portrait of a new generation whose connection to the countryside and the rhythms of the seasons chimes with the ‘tune for the blood’ celebrated by the poet John Masefield.

We are delighted to welcome the local branch of the Young Farmers Club who will lead a discussion after the screening.

Members of the Young Farmers Association over the age of 16 will be eligible for a concession.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2D)Fri 18 - Wed 23 January Peter Jackson | New Zealand | 2012 | RT & Cert TBC

Martin Freeman plays Bilbo Baggins in the hugely anticipated return of Peter Jackson’s JRR Tolkien saga that takes place about 60 years before ‘The Lord Of The Rings’. The spectacular epic brings back LOTR stalwarts Ian McKellen, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Elijah Wood as well as newcomers Stephen Fry, Benedict Cumberbatch and Evangeline Lilly.

SightseersSat 19 (8.30) & Mon 21 (6.30 ) JanuaryBen Wheatley | GB | 2012 | 88mins | 15

A deliciously enjoyable film for viewers with a wicked sense of humour. This pitch black comedy follows loved-up couple, Chris and Tina, as they set off on their first holiday together. Tina is desperate to escape her sheltered life with her meddling mother, and Chris can’t wait to share the delights of a caravanning holiday. But it doesn’t take long for the eccentric couple’s romantic bubble to burst, and litterbugs and irritating caravan neighbours meet a sticky end when the trip turns nasty.

The Life and Death of Colonel BlimpSun 20 (2.00) JanuaryEmeric Pressburger, Michael Powell | GB | 1943 |164 mins | U

The passions and pitfalls of a lifetime in the military are dramatized in Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger’s magnificent epic. The film follows the exploits of pristine British soldier Clive Candy (Roger Livesey) as he battles to maintain his honor and proud gentlemanly conduct through romance, three wars, and a changing world. Vibrant and controversial, ‘The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp’ is at once a romantic portrait of a career soldier and a pointed investigation into the nature of aging, friendship, and obsolescence. Arguably the greatest of all films about what it means to be British.

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Chasing IceTue 22 (6.00) JanuaryJeff Orlowski | USA | 2012 | 75mins

When National Geographic photographer James Balog asked, “How can one take a picture of climate change?” his attention was immediately drawn to ice. A cover story on glaciers that became the most well-read piece in the magazine’s recent history marked the beginning of a longer project that would reach epic proportions. This breathtakingly beautiful documentary follows the indomitable photographer as he brings to life the Extreme Ice Survey —a massive photography project that placed 30 cameras across three continents to gather visual evidence of the earth’s melting ice.

The Angels’ Share Thu 24 (7.30) JanuaryKen Loach | GB | 2012 | 101mins | 15

Bittersweet comedy set in Glasgow. Narrowly escaping a prison sentence, new dad Robbie is given one last chance and he vows to turn over a new leaf to pave the way for his son. Whilst serving his community service order, Robbie and his friends are inspired by a trip to whisky distillery to plan a money-making scheme which will hopefully offer them an unlikely chance at redemption and counteract the boredom of unemployment.

Followed by whisky tasting with Brian Gibson, 'Keeper of the Quaich', a prestigious award given to those who dedicate themselves and their time to the promotion of Scotch whisky. Sponsored by TB Watson, specialist whisky merchant in Dumfries.

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Life of Pi (2D)Fri 25 - Thu 31 JanuaryAng Lee | USA | 2012 | 126 mins | PG

Adapted from Yann Martel's Man Booker Prize-winning bestseller about a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and subsequent 227-day journey aboard a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger as his fearsome and, ultimately, cherished companion. Fantastical, suspenseful and breathtakingly beautiful, Life of Pi looks like a classic that, as with the best of Hollywood's golden era, can be savored by audiences of all ages.

QuartetFri 1 – Thu 7 February Dustin Hoffman | GB | 2012 | 97mins

Dustin Hoffman’s directorial debut is an affectionate, moving and charming film that offers a series of wonderful roles for a distinguished cast of veteran British performers (Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Pauline Collins, Tom Courtney, Billy Connolly). At a home for retired opera singers, the annual concert to celebrate Verdi's birthday is disrupted by the arrival of Jean, an eternal diva and the former wife of one of the residents.

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French Film FestivalDucoboo L'élève DucobuMon 19 (1.30) NovemberSuitable for Ages 10+

A lively and inventive family comedy freely adapted from the famous comic strip translated into 10 languages.

War of the Buttons La Guerre des boutonsTue 20 (1.30) November Suitable for ages 12+: S1-S6

Drama about two rival kid gangs whose playful combats escalate into violence.

Crapuleuses VillanousMon 26 (1.30) & Tue 27 (12.30) November Suitable for S4-S6 / 15+/ 92mins

14 year old Violette gets drawn into ganglife.

Little Nicolas Le petit Nicolas

Mon 21 (10.00) JanuaryFrench, 91mins

Recommended for Primary 4-7 and Secondary 1-4

Nicolas lives a carefree life in Paris until he finds out his parents are going to have a yucky baby!

Winter’s Daughter Wintertochter

Monday 27 January (1.00)German, 90mins, Age 11+

A young Polish girl searches for her Russian sailor father.

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The RBC Film Club meets on Monday evenings at 6.30pm. You are welcome to dip in and out of the Film Club, but if you sign up for a full season, you will receive two complimentary tickets for any film of your choice.

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Ticket price for single film: £6.90 (£5.20 conc).

Ticket price for season £55.20 (£41.60conc) includes 2 complimentary tickets

NOVEMBERMon 19 NovemberTabu (15)

Mon 26 NovemberAbout Elly (12A)

DECEMBERMon 3 DecemberBarbara (12A)

Mon 10 DecemberHoly Motors (18)

Mon 17 DecemberBerberian Sound Studio (15)

JANUARYMon 7 JanuaryThe Conversation (15)

Mon 14 JanuaryThe Hunt (15)Mon 21 JanuarySightseers (15)

Mon 28 JanuaryLife of Pi