British and Irish mini film festival

The Dome Cinema presents a selection of films from the 2023 British and Irish Film Festival, making it a little mini-fest especially for Gisborne audiences.

Each film will only play once so be sure to book in and visit the website for links to see the full synopsis, rating info and trailers of each of the films. Check out the film details and screening schedule below.

RÓISE & FRANK: DRAMA | 84 MINUTES | PG

A widow who has given up on life becomes convinced that a stray dog is the reincarnation of her Hurling-loving husband. Screening: Thursday,Nov 16 at 7pm.

JACKIE STEWART: DOCUMENTARY | 95 MINUTES | E

Follows Scottish racing driver Jackie Stewart on an immersive, colourful and emotive journey that transcends motor sport and explores universal themes of love, loss and human vulnerability. Screening: Friday, Nov 17 at 7pm.

ERIC RAVILIOUS: DRAWN TO WAR: DOCUMENTARY | 88 MINUTES | PG

The first major feature film about Eric Ravilious, the much-loved but hugely underestimated British war artist, killed in a plane crash over Iceland in 1942. Screening: Sunday, Nov 19 at 6:30pm.

MAD ABOUT THE BOY: THE NOËL COWARD STORY: DOCUMENTARY | 91 MINUTES | M

An exploration of Coward’s expansive career which features credits across the stage and screen. Screening: Wednesday, Nov 22 at 6:30pm.

SWEET SUE: COMEDY, DRAMA | 97 MINUTES | R13

A woman back on the dating scene embarks on a relationship with a mysterious biker at her brother’s funeral, whose son is a social media influencer. Screening: Thursday, Nov 23 at 7pm.

TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING: BIOGRAPHY, DRAMA | 106 MINUTES | M

Two women find their friendship growing as they hit the road in an electric car looking for endings and reconciliation. Screening: Saturday, Nov 25 at 7pm.