British Film

Starting at The Flying Horse Pub in Oxford Street we will take a walk around the more colourful and brightly lit parts of London. The task for this walk is to emulate the type of cinematic colour shots inspired by films. I would suggest to use something like Kodak Vision 3 500T or Cinestill 800T. To get some good bokeh you will be best advised to use a lens with a wide aperture. After the walk we'll reconvene to a local pub for some socialising. I will set up a WhatsApp group to discuss Bokeh and how to go about it with links to other sites. Please add your name to the group early so you see all discussions.

**✈️ *You can’t escape the things you should’ve never done.*** ***Payback always comes around — especially when it’s personal. Some debts demand to be paid in full.*** **Hey guys!** You know it’s always big news when **Sam Raimi** dives back into horror. I mean, it’s actually been 16 years since **[Drag Me to Hell](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPOaxHqoYxo)**, so this is a bit of an event. I think we can all agree that his style — that mix of chaotic madness and twisted humour — has been unmistakable ever since **[Evil Dead II.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lM3NPeEG24)** So, on that note, let’s celebrate his return and meet up for a **Film & Social**! This will also be the first of two **Raimi**-related horror releases this year, including the upcoming **Evil Dead Burns** (which he’s producing). You might want to join our **[Evil Dead Burns](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/events/311637265/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/events/311637265/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/events/311637265/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)** later this year too! We’ll have our usual comfy setup **at the Victory House Wine Bar**. Then head over to **Vue Cinema** (Screen 6) for the screening. I will be on seat A5 but feel free to pick your seat. After the film, we’ll regroup for a relaxed social at the **The Three Lanterns** with a **[Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/) review.**. It’s shaping up to be a chilly Saturday afternoon at the beach… but with great company, great conversation, and a proper film-lover vibe. We can’t wait to see you guys there! **Dar & Jonny** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, please 🙏 **just drop us a quick message** (or change your RSVP) — And, follow me our club **[@thehideoutmax](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates! 🗓 **SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **3:00 PM:** Drinks (Victory House Wine Bar) * **3:30 PM:** VUE Leicester Square (Screen 8) * **6:00 PM:** Social (Three Lanterns) 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk)** for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🎬 **PLOT DETAILS** * Two colleagues become stranded on a deserted island, the only survivors of a plane crash. On the island, they must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it's a battle of wills and wits to make it out alive. [Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4wiXj9NmEE) 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Price:** From £9:99 * **Tickets**: [Vue Weste End](https://www.myvue.com/book-tickets/summary/10030/HO00020919/304795) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * **Victory House Wine Bar:** 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ * **VUE Leicester Square:** 3 Cranbourn St, London WC2H 7AL, United Kingdom * **The Three Lanterns:** 5 Lisle St, London WC2H 7BG, United Kingdom 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8lKPsVlDHcEnh3N6G6MQsw) * [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/hideoutmax) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehideoutlondon) * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [Movie Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/movieroadhouse) * [Music Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/billpophot100/)

🌃 **The re-release of Ridley Scott’s personally supervised “final” cut of his future-noir gem Blade Runner, based on Philip K Dick’s 1968 novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? is another chance to savour its pure unhurried strangeness.** **👋 Hi everyone**, let's dive in —this iconic story begins with **Harrison Ford** as Deckard, an ex-cop pressurised by city authorities into resuming his work as a “blade runner”, a specialist assassin whose job is to track down and **kill replicants** – near-human android servants who have become disobedient. Four of these, led by Roy **(Rutger Hauer**), are effectively engaged in a covert Spartacist uprising, but it is Deckard’s unhappy fate to fall in love with one, the beautiful replicant Rachael, played with ice cool elegance by **Sean Young**. Rachel is overwhelmed by the poignancy of **false memories implanted** in her brain, and perhaps by the replicants’ growing **existential horror at being pre-programmed to die** **in just a few years’ time**. “It’s too bad she won’t live,” Deckard is told, “… but then again, who does? Check out the [Trailer](https://youtu.be/qoEyZoOTtss) **Are the replicants, in their pain and rage, more in touch with the human condition than the humans?** **I'll see you guys at the meet up** **Ray** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, **please** 🙏 **drop us a quick message** (or change your RSVP). And follow our club **[@movieroadhouseuk](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates! **🗓️ SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **4:45 PM:** Pre-drinks (Victory House Wine Bar) * **5:45 PM:** Screen 1 (Prince Charles Cinema) * **8:00 PM:** Catch up before home 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)**[ ](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Members Price**: £12.50 * **Non Members Price:** £14.50 * **Tickets:** [Prince Charles Cinema](https://princecharlescinema.com/film/3721500/blade-runner-the-final-cut/) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * **Victory House Wine Bar:** 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ * **Prince Charles Cinema:** 7 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BY 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@movieroadhouse) * [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/MovieRoadhouse) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/movieroadhouselondon) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [The Hideout: Film Club London](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/) * [Music Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/billpophot100/)

🖤 ***An angelic exterior masks a hell-bent appetite for violence — a stark contrast between the protagonist’s innocent appearance and their rebellious actions.*** 👋 Hello guys — we’re going way back in time to a French coming-of-age classic and the directorial debut of **François Truffaut**. The film received widespread acclaim on release, earned numerous nominations, and is now regarded as one of the greatest films ever made — as well as Truffaut’s most successful film in his home country. The premise follows thirteen-year-old Antoine (Jean-Pierre Léaud) can’t seem to do anything right. Scolded at home and targeted at school, luck never falls his way. When it all becomes too much, he abandons everything and takes his chances on the streets of Paris. By turns joyful and bitterly hard, this fragile freedom leads to a painful, poignant conclusion. We’ll be meeting at the **Picturehouse Central Bar** (upstairs) — ***please collect your ticket before heading in.*** We’ll then head up to **Screen 5** (I’ll be in **seat E5**, but feel free to sit wherever you like). After the film, we’ll reconvene at the bar for drinks, a discussion of this classy French classic, and a **[Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse)** score. **Looking forward to seeing you all.** **See you then,** **Faheem** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, please 🙏 **just drop us a quick message** (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow our club **[@movieroadhouseuk](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates! **🗓️ SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **1:30 PM:** Meet & Greet (Picturehouse Bar Upstairs) * **2:15 PM:** Movie (Screen 5) * **4:15 PM:** Film Discussion 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)**[ ](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🎬 **PLOT DETAILS** * A young boy, left without attention, delves into a life of petty crime. [Trailer ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exDvxlfHQB0) 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Price:** From £9:35 * **Members Price:** From £0.00 * **Tickets**: [Picturehouse Central ](https://web.picturehouses.com/order/showtimes/022-113683/seats) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * 15 Great Windmill Street, Shaftesbury Ave, Piccadilly Circus, London W1D 7DH 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@movieroadhouse) * [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/MovieRoadhouse) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/movieroadhouselondon) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny) * [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/the_motion_picture_blogger?igsh=a3FjeWllbWZib3Jq&utm_source=qr)(Tom) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [The Hideout: Film Club London](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/) * [Music Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/billpophot100/)

YOU MUST BUY AN EVENTBRITE TICKET UNLESS YOU TOOK PART IN THE CURRENT 1 MONTH JAM: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/film-jam-sunday-screening-and-social-feb-tickets-1981570943033 The London Film-Jam Social (free) is an opportunity to meet and chat with other Jammers both past, present and future as well as to have a look at what we've been up to! Come along and see what we are all about or just catch up with old friends an relive those crazy days of filmmaking, or just chat about films in general. We'll start the night at about 6.00 by showing a few films made at previous Jams and then there will be the much awaited Premieres of the 1 Month Film Jam Films. After that everyone can mingle for a few hours to get know each other. Everybody welcome! Venue: Upstairs at The Hercules, 2 Kennington Road, London, SE1 7BL. Very easy to get to..... 5 Minutes walk from Waterloo or just over the road from Lambeth North Tube Station. More tickets here : [Film Jam Social \(Apr\) Tickets\, Tue 30 Apr 2024 at 17:30 \| Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/film-jam-social-apr-tickets-879388172697?aff=oddtdtcreator) Free Event on Meetup Vegan food available 18+ Event

Details on the film + drinks before below. **PREMISE** Send Help Movie: A brutal island survival thriller where trust erodes, past wounds resurface, and the mind becomes the deadliest enemy. When Sam Raimi returns to the horror-thriller genre, expectations naturally run high—and Send Help does not disappoint. Slated for release on February 6, 2026, in the United Kingdom, this intense survival drama blends psychological warfare, dark humor, and relentless tension into one of the most compelling cinematic experiences of the year. Starring Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien, and genre icon Bruce Campbell, Send Help transforms a familiar survival setup into a gripping battle of wills. What begins as a fight against nature slowly evolves into a disturbing confrontation between two broken people forced to rely on each other—or destroy each other—to survive. **TRAILER** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4wiXj9NmEE **CINEMA TICKETS** https://www.myvue.com/book-tickets/summary/10030/HO00020919/304791 **DRINKS** We can go for a drink before the movie at The Imperial. **SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** 15.00 - drinks at The Imperial, 5 Leicester St, London WC2H 7BL 15.30 - film at Vue Cinema London - West End (Leicester Square) - 3 Cranbourn St, London WC2H 7AL **ADDRESS AND DETAILS** Vue Cinema London - West End (Leicester Square) - 3 Cranbourn St, London WC2H 7AL

☠️ ***Sin echoes through every era, and ‘Sinners’ is now in the spotlight—with Oscar buzz to prove it.*** **Hello Everyone**👋 It looks like Sinners is nominated for 16 awards—rare for the Oscars since **Silence of the Lambs**. So I thought it’d be great for us to watch—or rewatch—together!" The movie is directed by **Ryan Coogler** and starring **Michael B. Jordan**, in duo roles in a 1932 Mississippi horror-thriller about twin brothers opening a juke joint—until something sinister awaits. *(Skip the trailer if you want to avoid spoilers).* We’ll meet at the **Victoria House Wine Bar**, then head to the **Prince Charles Cinema**. I’ll be seated in B8—feel free to choose any seat you like. After the film, we’ll reconvene briefly to score it for our **[Letterboxd Page](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/).** **Let’s catch up for this powerful screening** **Matt** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, please 🙏 **just drop us a quick message** (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow our club **[@movieroadhouseuk](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates! **🗓️ SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **7:00 PM:** Drinks (Victory House Wine Bar) * **8:00 PM:** Prince Charles Cinema (Screen 2) * **10:35 PM:** Review 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)**[ ](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🎬 **PLOT DETAILS** * Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. [Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKGxHflevuk) 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Price:** £14.50 * **Members Price:** £11.50 * **Tickets**: [Prince Charles Cinema](https://princecharlescinema.com/prince-charles-cinema/booknow/31624668/) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * **Victory House Wine Bar:** 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ * **Prince Charles Cinema:** 7 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BY, 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@movieroadhouse) * [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/MovieRoadhouse) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/movieroadhouselondon) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny) * [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/the_motion_picture_blogger?igsh=a3FjeWllbWZib3Jq&utm_source=qr)(Tom) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [The Hideout: Film Club London](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/) * [Music Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/billpophot100/)

🏓 ***Did you miss this Oscar-nominated buzz?*** 👋 **HI everyone**, we are getting together at the **Picturehouse Central Cinema** for the **4:00 pm** showing of **Marty Supreme**. I haven’t watched this yet, so I’m getting together with a few friends of mine to watch it in glorious **70 mm Presentation** format—because, honestly, it’s rare to find prints like this nowadays. The movie, **directed by Josh Safdie**, is a fictionalized take on real-life player **Marty Reisman** as a table-tennis hustler in 1950s New York City. We follow Mauser’s rise from shoe store employee betting on games to a competitive champion in a high-energy, 'Scorsesean' feature. Now that it’s 🏆**Oscar-nominated**, it’ll be fascinating to see if it takes the prize! The plan is to **meet first at 3:30 pm** at the **Picturehouse café-bar** downstairs, in the middle section with the big tables, before heading to screen one for the film. We’ve picked seats **F25 to E27** if you’d like to sit near us. After the movie, we’ll head upstairs to the main bar for a **[Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse)** review and some social time. **See you all there!** **Tom** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, **please** 🙏 **drop us a quick message** (or change your RSVP). And us **[@movieroadhouseuk](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates! **🗓️ SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **3:30 PM:** Drinks (Picturehouse Central Cafe Bar) * **4:00 PM:** Movie (Screen 1) * **6:50 PM:** Film Review (Picturehouse Central Bar) 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaMVu2Z1NCrYkXpqOd1X)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)**[ ](https://t.me/movieroadhouse)for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🎬 **PLOT DETAILS** * Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. [Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9gSuKaKcqM) 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Price:** From £18:45 * **Members Price**: From £0:00 * **Tickets**: [Picturehouse Central](https://web.picturehouses.com/order/showtimes/022-114896/seats) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * **Picturehouse Central:** 15 Great Windmill Street, Shaftesbury Ave, Piccadilly Circus, London W1D 7DH 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/movieroadhouseuk/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@movieroadhouse) * [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/MovieRoadhouse) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/movieroadhouselondon) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [The Hideout: Film Club London](https://www.meetup.com/thehideoutlondon/) * [Music Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/billpophot100/)

High‑contrast photography is one of the most powerful ways to create bold, emotionally charged images. This workshop is designed for photographers to learn about the many different types of contrast they can work with. Learning to control and creatively exploit contrast will elevate your visual storytelling - this is not just about the tension between light and shadow! Whether you're shooting portraits, street scenes, or abstract compositions, understanding contrast is the key to unlocking striking, unforgettable images. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * How to see good locations & conditions for contrast * Camera settings * Composition EQUIPMENT: * Any camera * Any lens such as a standard 18-55, 24-70mm etc. OTHER ESSENTIALS * A fun and experimental attitude! TRAVEL * As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey CONTACT * Alex 07956 264049 UPCOMING EVENTS www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar Photo ©Fiona Mackillop

Send Help is a 2026 psychological thriller directed by Sam Raimi, starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien as two colleagues stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash, leading to a dark, comedic, and unsettling battle of wits.

[https://silver.afi.com/capital-irish-film-festival/](https://silver.afi.com/capital-irish-film-festival/) Now in its 20th year, the **Capital Irish Film Festival** brings the best of contemporary Irish cinema by filmmakers from the island of Ireland to audiences in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. Festival passes are on sale now. Watch out for future news and updates to follow, including the full festival lineup announcement in January 2026. The Capital Irish Film Festival is supported by the Government of Ireland Emigrant Support Programme, Culture Ireland, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Embassy of Ireland, Northern Ireland Bureau, Northern Ireland Screen and the Irish Film Institute’s IFI International Programme supported by Culture Ireland.

We've attended this in the past. The films are always good and the Irish Embassy does a great job with the reception. The cost is just $25 for film and reception - pretty reasonable. **SAIPAN -** This nail-biting, darkly comic drama recounts one of the most fractious fallings-outs in the history of sport: the explosive clash between soccer star Roy Keane (Éanna Hardwicke) and manager Mick McCarthy (the great Steve Coogan) on the island of Saipan just days before the Irish national football team competed in the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Japan and South Korea. Reviews have been very good - says you don't need to be a soccer fan to enjoy immensely. Q&A with directors Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn\, moderated by Professor Darragh Gannon\, Associate Director of Global Irish Studies\, Georgetown University \| Post\-screening reception sponsored by the Embassy of Ireland\, Washington\, DC **TO PURCHASE A TICKET, USE [THIS LINK](https://silver.afi.com/movies/detail/0100005437/). Click on the "7:00 pm" bottom left and then follow the instructions.** Rooted in clashing standards and personalities, their feud transcended the game and gripped the entire nation of Ireland as hopes for glory went into a tailspin that not even the Taoiseach could remedy. Keane’s headline-grabbing eleventh hour departure from Ireland’s squad briefly left a weakened McCarthy to hold together a crumbling situation without his team’s talisman amidst a wealth of negativity from press and fans alike. On the surface it was all about standards, but deep down it was a hugely emotive story of two men whose rivalry and contempt came to surpass the sport they loved. With riveting performances from Coogan and Hardwicke, this gripping true story goes beyond sport to tell a tale of leadership, loyalty and rivalry that captured global attention — and as Ireland are on the cusp of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it is the perfect time to learn about a historic moment for the Boys in Green. (Note adapted from Vertigo Releasing.) DIR Lisa Barros D’Sa, Glenn Leyburn; SCR Paul Fraser; PROD Macdara Kelleher, John Keville, Trevor Birney, Oliver Butler. Ireland/UK, 2025, color, 91 min. NOT RATED

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“Love and Monsters,”** on the inescapable bond between romance and horror, with Joshua Barton, scholar of horror and lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/nv-love-monsters](https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/nv-love-monsters) .] Romance and horror might seem like opposite genres, but they share a deep emotional core, and the combination of them has captivated audiences across time and culture. Put even your worst Valentine’s Day in perspective by hearing this strange relationship discussed by Joshua Barton, who has earned a big following among Profs and Pints fans with his past talks on cryptids, American horror, and Christmas ghosts. He’ll explore the undeniable and unsettling intersection of romance and horror and examine how and why love and fear intensify each other and combined to create tension, drive narratives, and explore human vulnerability. We’ll look at works that have blended passion and terror, including Gothic literature like the vampire novella *Carmilla* and modern films like *Spring* and *Crimson Peak*. We’ll study the fine line between obsession and adoration running through Stephen King’s “I Know What You Need,” Adrian Lyne’s *Fatal Attraction*, and the timeless *The Phantom of the Opera.* We’ll discuss the seeds of monstrous love that were planted with *Beauty and the Beast* and *Creature from the Black Lagoon* and bloom ferociously in works like *Twilight* and *The Shape of Water*. Through it all, we’ll find the threads of otherness and the taboo that intertwine horror, love, and reflections on identity. Join us for a journey through storytelling that combines the grotesque and the scintillating as we uncover why romance and horror are a match made in the dark. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: From the original 1954 advertising poster for *Creature from the Black Lagoon* (Artist: Reynold Brown / Public Domain).

This CREATIVE HAPPY HOUR -and- EDUCATIONAL DISCUSSION is for creative people and folks who appreciate creativity. Whether you attend, produce, appreciate, or promote, you are welcome to join us on Monday, February 23, 2026 from 5pm-7pm for CREATIVE HAPPY HOUR -and- EDUCATIONAL DISCUSSION at Silver Branch Brewing Co in Silver Spring, MD. Register on Eventbrite at [https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com](https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com). Come meet, network, and enjoy. Only those ages 21 and up can attend. Happy Hour specials are from 5pm-6pm: $5.95 beer and select drinks. Entrance is free. This is a casual event. Join us as Paul Marengo, the Festival Director of ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington, will lead a 30-minute educational discussion on grant writing designed for filmmakers and arts organizers. In this session he will break down key elements of successful grant proposals, offer practical advice on identifying suitable funding opportunities, and share insights into how to communicate project goals and community impact effectively to potential funders. Register on Eventbrite at [https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com](https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com). This event is produced in partnership with[ TIVA](https://www.tivadc.org/) (Television, Internet, and Video Association of DC),[ WIFV](https://www.wifv.org/) (Women in Film & Video),[ Wheaton Film Festival](https://www.wheatonfilmfestival.com/),[ Docs in Progress](https://www.docsinprogress.org/), DC Media Makers Group, etc. Sponsored by[ Brian Frankel Law Firm PLLC](https://brianfrankel.com/),[ Creative Colony Spaces](https://www.creativecolonyspaces.com/membership/overview), [ ](https://reelabilities.org/greaterwash/)[ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington](https://reelabilities.org/greaterwash), and Adobe Software. Enjoy delicious craft beers, tasty snacks, and great company in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a beer enthusiast or just looking to unwind after a long day, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to kick back and relax with us at Silver Branch Brewing Co. Use the QR codes at the table to order food and drinks, and be prepared to mingle. Check out the[ Silver Branch Brewing Company's Menu](https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/lagerhaus-biergarten/). PARKING: Paid parking available one block away at the county's Cameron Street Garage on 8530 Cameron Street (Better pricing than street or private parking.) See you there on 2/23/26! Register on Eventbrite at [https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com](https://HappyHour2-23-26.eventbrite.com).

**\*\*\*This group is filled. Check out our next departure on Feb 20, 2026:** **https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/\*\*\*** Gaze at the Northern Lights, enjoy a sleigh ride, be a reindeer herder for a day, learn about the Sámi culture, visit an ice hotel, catch a fish (or two) through a hole in the ice, taste some good Scandinavian delicacies, visit the ABBA museum...My, oh my! These are just some of the fun activities we are planning to do during this once-in-a-life time adventure! Like all our adventures, this one is crafted from the ground up with the true spirit of Meetup in mind. We handle every little detail before and during the trip, accompany and guide the group, creating a stress-free journey with a laid-back, friendly vibe. No big tour operators, no inflated prices — we work directly with locals to give you authentic experiences and unbeatable value. Come as strangers, leave as lifelong friends — and make memories that stick forever! ***We visit:*** * Stockholm * Kiruna (Lapland) * Helsinki * Copenhagen (optional extension) ***The trip includes:*** \* 2 nights in Stockholm \* A night train from Stockholm to Lapland in a private sleeping compartment \* 4 nights in Kiruna \* 3 nights in Helsinki \* Airfare from Kiruna to Helsinki \* Arrival and departure transfers \* Sightseeing tours in Stockholm and Helsinki \* Boat ride in Stockholm \* Food tasting in Helsinki \* Breakfast daily \* 2 dinners and 3 lunches \* Northern Lights Tour \* Jukkasjärvi Icehotel Half-Day Tour \* Full-Day Reindeer Tour \* Ice Fishing or Husky Sleigh Ride **Price per person, double occupancy: $4770** (we match roommates for those wishing to share) **Price for single room: $6320** ***Not Included:*** x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that) x Meals not listed above x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses x Optional extension to Copenhagen The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit **\*\*\*Deposit link removed as this date is sold out. You can reserve your spot for our next departure on Feb 20, 2026 [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/) \*\*\*** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).\*\*\* Final payment due 60 days before departure\*\*\* ***[Click Here](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37)***[ and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37) For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) Limited capacity of 14 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. \*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included\*\*\* **OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO COPENHAGEN offered at $590 per person/double or $785 solo occupancy (air from Helsinki to Copenhagen not included)** ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) SOT 2000318-10