Mr Burton (12A) 4th-20th April

Director: Marc Evans

Writers: Tom Bullough, Josh Hyams

Cast: Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Lesley Manville

Preview screening Thursday 3rd April, 6pm.
Followed by Q&A with the writer Tom Bullough and director Marc Evans.

Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.

In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey) lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (BAFTA winner Toby Jones).

Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith (Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville).

However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.

Friday 11th April & Saturday 12th April 2025, 4.30pm

Sunday 13th April 2025, 3.30pm

Friday 18th to Sunday 20th April 2025, 7pm