What we’re about
Harrogate Film Society (HFS for short) has been bringing the best in world cinema to Harrogate since 1956. We are delighted to screen our films at the Harrogate Odeon, thus providing our audiences with comfort and a full cinematic sound and vision experience.
The society is run entirely by volunteers and has a strong committed core membership, but we are very keen for new members to join us. You will find a warm welcome and a real mix of film fans and enthusiasts - we are not a stuffy bunch of clever clogs!
Seeing a film on your own with HFS is better than missing out! Don't be shy, just turn up on the night and say hello to any of the friendly committee members (we should be wearing name badges) - we will be happy to have a chat and welcome you to the gang.
We hope to expand our social media presence, via twitter, facebook and now meetup too. Joining our meetup group is free and you can join this meetup group regardless of whether you have paid our annual HFS membership fee / mini-membership fee or not (see website for current prices).
You are welcome to attend any of our events - tickets for these can be purchased online in advance via our website or at the event from our desk in the lobby at the Odeon. Please note that a yes RSVP on Meetup does not obligate you to attend any event, NOR DOES IT GUARANTEE YOU A PLACE AT THE EVENT IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID FOR A TICKET VIA THE HFS WEBSITE.
You do not need to purchase tickets in advance for our standard film nights (though it does just save you queueing in the Odeon lobby to pay) but it is RECOMMENDED that you book and pay for tickets in advance via the HFS website for any special events, our art season, music legends or classic cinema, particularly where these may sell out.
The majority of our films are screened in Screen 2 (upstairs with 200+ capacity) and occasional events are screened downstairs in Screens 3 or 5. The downstairs screens have different capacity levels but also have some wheelchair access for a limited number of guests. Please get in touch via the HFS website to reserve a space if required. ALL seating at ALL events is unreserved, so rock up and sit wherever you like.
If you want to join our mailing lists and get more regular updates, please get in touch via contact.harrogatefilmsociety@gmail.com
Perhaps this meetup group could be the first step on your journey to becoming a full member and supporting our society?
Follow the link below for more information or to buy tickets from the Film Society website.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- The Breadwinner - Charity FundraiserODEON Harrogate, Harrogate
PRESENTED BY HARROGATE FILM SOCIETY & HARROGATE & KNARESBOROUGH DISTRICT OF SANCTUARY
This event is to mark REFUGEE WEEK.
The Breadwinner (12A) | 2017 | Dir. Nora Twomey | Ireland | 94 mins | IMDb 7.7 | Animation | Monday 16 June | 7pm
In 2001, Afghanistan is under the control of the Taliban. When her father is captured, a determined young girl disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.
Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature Film.
Los Angeles Times - Kenneth Turan
A work of striking beauty and affecting emotional heft enhanced by an Afghan-themed score by Mychael Danna & Jeff Danna, The Breadwinner reminds us yet again that the best of animation takes us anywhere at any time and makes us believe.The Hollywood Reporter - Sheri Linden
Not unlike her gutsy protagonist, Twomey moves through the charged landscape with extraordinary agility. Combining gripping suspense with a quote from the immortal Persian poet Rumi, she creates a stirring final sequence from the rising chords of terror and resilience.Tamanna Krami, herself an Afghan refugee will be the guest of Harrogate Film Society and Harrogate District of Sanctuary on Monday 16th June. Tamanna will give a short talk before the film starts.
· Advance booking is essential.
· Contactless payments only please (no cash)
· A small processing fee is applied to all tickets.
· Unreserved seating. (Please contact us if you need a wheelchair space to book this in advance)
· Tickets include a non-alcoholic drink.
· Free parking but you must display a voucher (collect in the lobby).
· Proceeds to Harrogate & Knaresborough District of Sanctuary (Charity number 1183095)https://www.harrogatefilmsociety.org/event-details/the-breadwinner
Tickets cost £10 (£5 for under 25's). Your ticket will also include refreshments. A small processing fee will be applied to all tickets. These can be purchased online or will be available on the door - (contactless payments only please, we are not taking cash this season).
There are several wheelchair spaces available in Screen 5 but you must get in touch with the society to reserve a space, if required. Email us - contact.harrogatefilmsociety@gmail.com
- See the Future DifferentlyODEON Harrogate, Harrogate
See the Future Differently - Join us during Net Zero Week for an inspiring double bill exploring what a positive, sustainable future could look like.
https://www.harrogatefilmsociety.org/event-details/see-the-future-differently
No one is an Island | Dir. David Bunting | UK | 2024 | 10 mins | Animation/Documentary
2040 | PG | Dir. Damon Gameau | Australia | 2019 | 93 mins | IMDb 7.1 | Documentary
We begin with No One is an Island – an award winning animated short by Knaresborough-based filmmakers David Bunting and James McKay. Through an animated conversation, scientists explore if everyone can live well without harming the environment and reveal how hope and creativity can inspire change. Based on research led by Professor Julia Steinberger at the University of Leeds.
We’ll then show a screening of 2040, a hopeful feature-length documentary by Australian director Damon Gameau, that travels the world in search of real-life climate solutions. Mixing expert interviews, powerful visuals, stunning illustrations and storytelling, 2040 offers a vision of the world we could create – for ourselves and future generations.
The science that informs the short documentary, No One is an Island, grew from much of the science that 2040 explores; David even calls it “our film's big sister, which reminds us of what living a good life means, and the power of love, courage, and creativity to spark positive change.”; making this an excellent double film screening, which will then conclude with a panel discussion and Q&A with David and James, offering a rare chance to engage directly with the creative minds behind the work!
This event is not just a fun night at the movies – it’s about inspiring action, sparking ideas, and supporting local climate solutions. Together, these films spark imagination, provide a roadmap for radical change and celebrate the power of community action.
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Agenda
· 6.30pm – “Doors Open”
· 7.00pm – Welcome and Film Showing of No One is an Island and 2040
· 8.50pm – Break
· 9.00pm – Panel discussion and audience Q&A with film-makers David Bunting and James McKay
· 9.30pm – ClosePractical Information
· Advance booking is essential.
· Discounted ticket price for Harrogate Film Society & Zero Carbon Harrogate members, plus Under 25’s
· Contactless payments only please (no cash)
· A small processing fee is applied to all tickets.
· Unreserved seating.
· Tickets include a non-alcoholic drink.
· Free parking but you must display a voucher (collect in the lobby)
· All proceeds will go towards covering the costs and donations to
Zero Carbon Harrogate’s work
