Set in a small Irish town in 1985, the story follows Bill Furlong, a coal merchant and family man, during the weeks leading up to Christmas - his busiest time of year. One morning, while delivering an order to the local convent, Bill makes a discovery that forces him to confront both his past and … Continue reading Orchard Film Club – Small Things Like These (12) →

When the most feared and vicious theatre critic in town Jimmy Erskine (Sir Ian McKellen), finds himself suddenly in the cross hairs of the Daily Chronicle’s new owner, he strikes a sinister Faustian pact with a struggling actress who is desperate to win his favour. A suspenseful thriller co-starring Gemma Arterton (Quantum of Solace), Mark … Continue reading Orchard Film Club – The Critic (15) →

In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey) lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions.  However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (Toby Jones). Taking Richard … Continue reading Orchard Film Club – Mr Burton (12A) →

A black Philadelphia police detective is mistakenly suspected of a local murder while passing through a racially hostile Mississippi town and after being cleared, is reluctantly asked by the police chief to investigate the case.  Starring Sidney Poitier, Rod Steiger and Warren Oates. In the Heat of the Night is widely considered one of the … Continue reading Orchard Film Club – In the Heat of the Night (12) →