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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Joe Harris

Our Favourite Places would be nothing without our contributors — a massive thanks to all of them!

Tell us about you...
I'm Joe. I like films and vinyl.

I'm the co-founder of Reel Steel – a film magazine and screening event group, based in Sheffield. You may have been to one of our screening events at Sheffield's historic Abbeydale Picture House, where we've shown everything from cult 80s horror to Studio Ghibli on 35mm.

What does Sheffield mean to you?
Sheffield is a great example of the 'independent' spirit.

It's full of people who have gone out and done things for themselves – opening a new bar or a record store, creating a film screening or music event. The cultural landscape of the city is full of so many independent traders and events and it's all the better for it.

It really is a city of makers.

What's your favourite Sheffield place?
The Abbeydale Picture House.

What would you do to improve the city?
Let me think about that one...

Latest contributions

Happyend

Wed. 1 October 2025 — Thu. 9 October 2025

Showroom

A group of teenagers face unforeseen, oppressive consequences for a school prank, amid tense national political circumstances. A striking debut from director Neo Sora, set in the near-future but wholly exploring global societal anxieties of today.

Perfect Blue

Fri. 10 October 2025 — Thu. 16 October 2025

Pop idol turned actor Mima struggles with a dramatic shift in her image, as a string of murders begins to unfold around her. A new 4K restoration of the 1997 groundbreaking animation on identity, consumerism, celebrity and parasocial relationships.

Good Boy

Fri. 10 October 2025 — Thu. 16 October 2025

Leaving the city for a home in the country, a dog and his owner set out on a new adventure. But when dark entities threaten his owner, this faithful dog must fight to save him in this unique dog-led ghost story exploring loyalty and friendship.

Bomb It 1 & 2

Sun. 7 September 2025

Alder

As part of the inaugural Lick of Paint Festival, join Kelham Island Film Club for a free screening of landmark documentary Bomb It, back-to-back with its sequel. They explore global graffiti movements and the fight for control over public spaces.