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Mickey 17

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Sister Midnight

Oxford’s home of independent cinema

The Ultimate Picture Palace is Oxford’s only independent cinema. Founded in 1911 and community-owned since 2022, we show a mix of independent, international, and classic films all in our cosy single-screen auditorium. Find us on the Cowley Road in East Oxford. 

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What's on

Today (Wednesday 2nd April)

15:15

Becoming Led Zeppelin 12A
2h 2m
Featuring never-before-seen footage and electrifying performances, this immersive documentary traces the origins of British rock legends Led Zeppelin and their explosive rise to stardom in just one year.

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18:00

Anora 18
2h 19m
A young sex worker and the son of a Russian billionaire go on the run after spontaneously getting married against his father's wishes in Sean Baker's (The Florida Project) freewheeling, Palme d'Or-winning modern romance.

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21:00

The Last Showgirl 15
1h 28m
A showgirl faces an uncertain future when the Vegas show she's been starring in for decades faces closure. Golden Globe nominee Pamela Anderson delivers a stunning comeback performance in this dazzling story of resilience, reinvention and rhinestones.

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Tomorrow (Thursday 3rd April)

12:30

The Last Showgirl 15
Parent + Baby Screening
1h 28m
A showgirl faces an uncertain future when the Vegas show she's been starring in for decades faces closure. Golden Globe nominee Pamela Anderson delivers a stunning comeback performance in this dazzling story of resilience, reinvention and rhinestones.

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15:00

Mickey 17 15
Deaf/HOH Subtitles
2h 17m
Mickey 17 is employed to be killed, cloned, and killed again. Until one day he becomes the unexpected hero of a dangerous mission on a distant ice planet. Robert Pattison stars in Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho’s (Parasite) darkly comic sci-fi thriller.

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18:00

On Falling 15
1h 41m
Working long hours at an Edinburgh fulfilment centre, Portuguese migrant Aurora seizes every chance to preserve her sense of self. In her poignant debut feature, Laura Carreira delivers a powerful critique of the algorithm-driven gig economy.

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20:30

Anora 18
2h 19m
A young sex worker and the son of a Russian billionaire go on the run after spontaneously getting married against his father's wishes in Sean Baker's (The Florida Project) freewheeling, Palme d'Or-winning modern romance.

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Coming soon

Mother and Son directed by Léonor Serraille

Sister Midnight

Showing from Saturday 5th April
Uma moves into her husband’s cramped Mumbai home, but as domestic life stifles her, she explores the city, awakening unexpected desires. Karan Kandhari’s BAFTA-nominated dark comedy is a bold tale of female rebellion.

Neil Harbisson Cyborg Documentary Screening Oxford University

Flow

Showing from Friday 11th April
After a flood, a cat sets out on a quest for dry land, teaming up with a capybara, lemur, bird, and dog. This stunning Oscar-winning adventure offers a poignant reflection on the fragility of our environment.

Nicholas Cage classic film screening Oxford cinema

Black Bag

Showing from Friday 18th April
When top agent Kathryn Woodhouse is accused of treason, her husband must choose between loyalty to her or his country. Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender ignite the screen in Steven Soderbergh’s seductive spy thriller.

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Our community of UPP members get exclusive discounts including 2 free tickets, a free drink at our cosy bar and £2 off the price of tickets. 

UPP News

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Kumba: A Celebration of African Short Films

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Shirley MacLaine: Hollywood’s Last Great Star Re-evaluated

Shirley MacLaine: Hollywood’s Last Great Star Re-evaluated

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