Community Cinema - Thur. 23/1/25

All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Critic'. 'Academy Award Nominee Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful London theatre critic who lures a struggling actress into a blackmail scheme with deadly consequences. A suspenseful thriller co-starring Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville. Set against the backdrop of pre-war London in the 1930s, "The Critic" is a captivating exploration of power dynamics, ambition, and the harsh realities of societal intolerance. Sir Ian McKellen delivers a masterful performance as the titular critic, a manipulative figure whose sharp tongue and keen insights mask a darker agenda. His character is both compelling and repulsive, drawing viewers into a world where his approval can make or break careers.' Rating 15