Since 1990, the Alnwick Playhouse has been a cherished space for both professional and amateur creatives, weaving itself into the very fabric of Alnwick since 1925. Stepping into the building for the first time last Friday, I was pleasantly surprised by the inviting atmosphere I immediately felt. Though I had my laptop in hand, ready to work, I quickly found myself captivated by the vibrant scene around me. People from all walks of life came together, warmly greeting one another as they celebrated the community spirit of My Life Productions’ film night. Any sense of being an outsider faded a ..read more

  Plot: A family's getaway to a luxurious rental home takes an ominous turn when a cyberattack knocks out their devices, and two strangers appear at their door. Film: Leave The World Behind Director: Sam Esmail Writers: Rumaan Alam, Sam Esmail Starring: Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke “Leave the World Behind,” is suspenseful, psychological thriller, with the general mechanics of the post-apocalyptic genre.   After Amanda (Julia Roberts), announces that she ‘fucking hates people’ as she stares jadedly from the window of her luxury Brooklyn apartment, she takes her fam ..read more

Plot: When oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one - until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery. Film: Killers Of The Flower Moon Director: Martin Scorsese Writer: Eric Roth, Martin Scorsese, David Grann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone This is the film in the Best Picture showcase that I’ve been dreading the most, I’ll be honest in that Scorsese isn’t a director that I get on particularly well with, the type of picture he creates are a behemoth of an experience that I just can’t mentally keep up ..read more

Plot: Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and his wife Hedwig strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden beside the camp. Film: The Zone Of Interest Director: Jonathan Glazer Writer: Jonathan Glazer, Martin Amis Starring: Christian Friedel, Sandra Hüller, Johann Karthaus Amidst the grim backdrop of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, played by Christian Friedel, and his wife Hedwig, played by Sandra Hüller, are living a prosperous life with their children, having finally ‘earned’ the life their leader has promised, basking in trinkets curtesy of the Jewish population trap ..read more

Plot: This love story chronicles the lifelong relationship of conductor-composer Leonard Bernstein and actress Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein. Film: Maestro Director: Bradley Cooper Writers: Bradley Cooper, Josh Singer Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer It’s obvious to say that Maestro is hoping to follow in success that Tár had the year before, but unfortunately for Bradley Coopers six-year dedication to the role, Maestro misses the mark in almost every single way. Cooper’s directorial venture, following A Star Is Born, delves into Bernstein’s intricate connection ..read more

Today I am here to share with you information about a very special event happening in Alnwick this Friday. Alnwick on Film is My Life Productions yearly showcase of short films made in the north east. My Life are a not for profit, Community Interest Company that for the last 21 years have worked with hard to reach young people and communities. Their work includes films with Children who are affected by violence, children born with life threatening illnesses and young people who struggle with their mental health. This year Con O'Neil (Our Flag Means Death, The Batman, Happy Valley) as ..read more

Plot: Over the course of a decade, a Midwestern motorcycle club evolves from a gathering place for local outsiders to a sinister gang, threatening the original group's way of life. Film: The Bikeriders  Director: Jeff Nichols Writer: Jeff Nichols Starring: Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Tom Hardy, Michael Shannon, Mike Faist, Boyd Holbrook and Norman Reedus The Bikeriders is based on the photography book of the same name, by Danny Lyon, which was originally published back in 1968. The book follows the story of an American motorcycle gang from Chicago over many years, and this cinemati ..read more

Plot: A novelist who's fed up with the establishment profiting from Black entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of the hypocrisy and madness he claims to disdain. Film: American Fiction Director: Cord Jefferson Writers: Cord Jefferson, Percival Everett Starring: Jefferey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz American Fiction follows weary English professor ‘Monk’, played by Jeffrey Wright, as he receives criticism from his agent for his novels not being “Black enough.” In response, Monk submits a manuscript titled ‘My Pafology’, a story ..read more

Plot: A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England school remains on campus during Christmas break. He soon forms an unlikely bond with a brainy but damaged troublemaker, and with the school's cook, a woman who just lost a son in the Vietnam War. Film: The Holdovers Director: Alexander Payne Writer: David Hemingson Starring: Paul Giamatti, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa The Holdovers is set in a snowbound boarding school in the early 70s, telling the tale of those forgotten at the holidays. What could be a very somber story is in fact hilarious and heartwarming and will no doubt be a ..read more

  Plot: After being abducted and taken to a desolate house, a girl sets out to rescue her friend and escape from their malicious kidnapper. Film: Monster Director: Rako Prijanto Writer: Alim Sudio Starring: Marsha Timothy, Alex Abbad, Anantya Rezky Kirana, Sulthan Hamonangan This Indonesian horror film focuses on friends Alana and Rabin. After a brief time at the arcades, the pair are kidnapped and taken to an unnamed location. Alana is quick to escape from her restraints and is set on helping save her friend from the danger that has befallen them. Horror films with little di ..read more