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

Film picks

Grab the popcorn and scroll down for details of our picks of the films on the big screen in Sheffield this month, compiled by Joe.

District 9

Thu. 27 November 2025

Showroom

Decades after alien refugees landed in South Africa, patience over their situation has run out. Released in 2009, this fantastic documentary-style sci-fi thriller explores themes of segregation, forced labour and the other, with biting social satire.

Queer East – On the Road

Sat. 1 November 2025 — Sat. 29 November 2025

Showroom

Boundary-pushing LGBTQ+ cinema from East and Southeast Asia and its diaspora communities. Highlights at the Showroom: stories of two girls working in a cinema in Taiwan, a young gay porn star found dead in Tokyo, and historical brutal passions.

Sheffield Adventure Film Festival

Fri. 20 March 2026 — Sun. 22 March 2026

Enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of your seat. With some of the best new adventure films from around the world plus a spotlight on locally-made films. Come back soon for details of ShAFF 2026.

Sheffield DocFest

Wed. 10 June 2026 — Mon. 15 June 2026

Showroom

The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.

Sensoria

Thu. 22 October 2026 — Sun. 25 October 2026

Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity. Come back soon for details of the Sensoria 2026 lineup.

Celluloid Screams

Showroom

Sheffield’s horror film festival returns every October – getting you spooked just in time for Halloween. Come back closer to the time for details of Celluloid Screams 2026.