Socially distanced films at Norden Farm

WITH covid levels remaining high across Berkshire, Norden Farm is seeking to reassure movielovers that cinema is safe.

The arts venue is continuing to screen films with socially distanced seating available.

Its cinema features a 4K screen and immersive Dolby surround sound, while the programme is a mixture of arthouse, foreign language, event cinema, and blockbusters.

Masks are required at all times and drinks or food are not committed for these special screenings.

Films coming up include …

The Tragedy of Macbeth (15) is on Tuesday, February 8, at 8pm and Thursday, February 10, at 2pm, with Thursday’s screening being socially distanced.

Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand star in this fierce adaptation of Shakespeare’s play: a tale of murder, madness, ambition, and wrathful cunning.

Benedict Cumberbatch and Claire Foy star in The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (PG) on Friday, February 11, and Saturday, February 12, at 2pm, Tuesday, February 15, at 8pm and Thursday, February 17, at 2pm, with the latter being a socially distanced screening.

Olivia Colman narrates this extraordinary true story about eccentric Victorian artist Louis Wain.

And coming of age comedy drama Licorice Pizza (PG) has been critically acclaimed. Set in 1973 California, Alana Kane and Gary Valentine grow up, run around and go through the treacherous navigation of first love.

Screenings are Friday, February 18, at 11.30am, Saturday, February 19, at 2pm, Wednesday, February

23, and Thursday, February 24, at 8pm. The screening on Wednesday, February 23, is socially distanced.

As well as socially distanced films, Norden Farm also holds weekly Talking Tables film screenings. These events aim to bring people together in a relaxed environment to discuss films and share ideas.

It is particularly aimed at people coming to Norden Farm on their own, but all are welcome.

To take part, simply book in to see the screening, then join the group in the foyer before and after the film.

Tickets for each film cost £10.50 or £9.50 for concessions.

■ For more details, or to book, call the box office on 01628 788997 or online at www.nordenfarm.org