The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention -and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill -crooning Greta Lee) - Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle. This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.


Early Bird Screenings
Join us for Early Bird Screenings, Sundays at 11.15am. Enjoy a great film and a free Americano or Tea from Macrobert’s Kiosk — our treat!

These relaxed screenings feature dimmed lights, lower sound, and no ads, creating a more relaxed, inclusive cinema experience. Open to all, especially those who prefer a calmer cinema environment.

Relaxed Screenings
These screenings are open to everyone, but are designed to welcome people who benefit from a more relaxed environment - those with an Autistic Spectrum condition, sensory and communication disorders and people living with dementia. You can expect:

• A relaxed attitude to noise and movement in the Filmhouse
• Friendly staff on hand to make your visit as easy and enjoyable as possible
• The lights to be on low
• The volume to be turned down
• No adverts or trailers before the film