Event details
In a once vibrant mining town in County Durham, pub owner TJ Ballantyne fights to preserve his pub as the last communal gathering spot. Amidst growing tensions over the arrival of Syrian refugees, Ballantyne forms an unexpected bond with one of them, Yara.
This drama by Ken Loach follows TJ Ballantyne, a pub landlord in a fading mining town in County Durham. His pub is the last communal space, but it faces closure amidst economic decline. When Syrian refugees are resettled in the town, tensions rise. Ballantyne forms an unexpected bond with Yara, a young refugee, as they navigate acceptance in a resistant community. The film explores themes of community, empathy, and the power of friendship in tough times.
Director: Ken Loach
Starring: Ebla Mari, Dave Turner
Running time: 1 hour 53 minutes
Language: English
Screening dates and times:
- Monday 24 May: 6:00 PM
- Thursday 27 May: 2:00PM*
- Sunday 30 May: 11:00 AM
*Thursday screenings are specially subtitled for our hearing-impaired audience members, ensuring an inclusive experience for all.