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

It's a Wonderful Life

It might be hard to believe, but It’s a Wonderful Life has officially been dazzling us for 77 Christmases. Released in 1946, this black and white iconic film is the heart-warming treat you need on a chilly December night. Rather un-festively, the film opens with a Christmas eve suicide attempt as George Bailey (James Stewart) decides to sack it all in. He is rescued by an unsuspecting, elderly angel Clarence Odbody (Henry Travers) who shows him what Bedford Falls would look like had he not existed. It slowly dawns on George that his life has not been without purpose and the film ends on a much jollier note.

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Showroom / The Light

The Light is also screening the film with mulled wine and mince pies on Christmas Eve.

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The Hunger Games Marathon

Sun. 28 June 2026

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Join Showroom Cinema and Film Girls Galore on Sunday 28 June for a nostalgic day celebrating one of our much-loved 2010 franchises, The Hunger Games.

Grease + Highway Child Live

Sat. 26 September 2026

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Join the Showroom as they bring Grease to the big screen, followed by a performance by local rock n roll band Highway Child.

Film Unit

Nestled in the lower regions of the University of Sheffield Students’ Union, Film Unit is run by dedicated volunteer film fans, screening a programme packed with cult classics, the latest indies and crowd pleasers. Added bonus: tickets are £3!

RAP BABY

Sat. 13 June 2026 — Sun. 14 June 2026

A short documenting the story of CarterTheBandit, a Black gay rapper from South London, as he redefines success through authenticity. Depicting his artistic ambitions and the personal cost of refusing to abandon oneself in a hypermasculine industry.