The Critic - Advance Screening (M)

Join us for an advance screening of The Critic, starring Ian McKellen and Gemma Arterton.

Jimmy Erskine is the most feared drama critic in town and Nina Land is the actress determined to win his favour. When Jimmy finds himself in the crosshairs of his newspaper’s new owner, David Brooke, Nina becomes entangled in a dangerous web of blackmail, deceit and murder.

A reimagining of Anthony Quinn's novel 'Curtain Call'.

Cast: Ian McKellen, Gemma Arterton, Ben Barnes, Mark Strong, Alfred Enoch, Lesley Manville,Romola Garai, Nikesh Patel, Claire Skinner, Beau Gadsdon

Director: Anand Tucker

"McKellen, who relishes another devious character to sink his teeth into, devouring every scene, a deliciously caustic turn that will provide him with nothing but the finest notices." GUARDIAN

"A wonderful prestige drama that should garner praise for Ian McKellan’s performance. Gemma Arterton is a stand-out as well" FILM THREAT

"This is the Ian McKellen show and he makes Jimmy simultaneously despicable, understandable and wholly entertaining." THE WRAP

"McKellen...continues to be a powerhouse at 84-years-old" AWARDS WATCH