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Staff at Moray Playhouse are convinced the movie theatre is haunted after a series of paranormal occurrences. Pictured: General manager, Steven Bieszke.

Our cinema is haunted by ghost that throws things at customers

With this week marking 50 years since the release of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, what led to the film being banned in the United Kingdom - twice?

Why was The Texas Chainsaw Massacre banned 50 years ago this week?

Lady Gaga makes her first official appearance at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, ahead of the premiere of "Joker: Folie a Deux."

Explainer Joker: Folie à Deux - is the new film worth seeing this weekend?

Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited dream project "Megalopolis" is finally released in UK cinemas this week - but is it worth just over two hours of your weekend?

"Megalopolis" finally released in cinemas after decades long issues

The latest film in the "Transformers" franchise is released this weekend, but is it worth going to see in the cinema or is it another "Transformers" movie worth missing instead?

Reviews, run time and age rating as new Transformers film released

Kate Winslet takes on the role of renowned WWII photographer Elizabeth "Lee" Miller in the biopic "Lee," our in UK cinemas from this week.

Explainer Who was Lee Miller, the focus of Kate Winslet’s new biopic, “Lee?”

Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder return for "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," out in cinemas this weekend. But what happened to the rest of the original cast after it's release?

The cast of "Beetlejuice" then and now, as the sequel opens in cinemas

Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton return as Lydia Deetz and Betelguese in Tim Burton's long-awaited sequel to 1988's "Beetlejuice." "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" arrives to UK cinemas this weekend.

Is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice suitable for kids as it releases this week?

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How to get £4 movie tickets at 600+ UK cinemas - for one weekend only

Rebecca Calder stars in Joanne Mitchell's "Broken Bird," having opened this year's FrightFest London overnight ahead of it's UK theatrical release on August 30 2024.

Broken Bird: Joanne Mitchell’s feature at times slow but a taut debut

The works of acclaimed director David Lynch will be celebrated in September, with the launch of a dedicated film festival for the "Twin Peaks" director - A Gathering of Angels.

Revered director David Lynch to be celebrated with UK film festival
A Gathering of the Angels promises to be a definitive event for David Lynch fans in the UK. 🎞
Benjamin Jackson

Bill Skarsgård has very big boots to fill, as he takes on the role made famous by the late Brandon Lee (right) with the "modern reimagining" of "The Crow," out in UK cinemas later this week.

Everything you need to know about The Crow remake ahead of release

Cailee Spaeny stars in the seventh installment in the long running "Alien" franchise - "Alien: Romulus," which is released in UK cinemas from today (August 16 2024.)

Is “Alien: Romulus” worth going to see in the cinema this weekend?

Film buffs will be pleased to know there are still a fair few film festivals about to take place in the UK before the end of 2024.

What UK film festivals are left to attend before the end of 2024?

"Borderlands" has been critically savaged since opening in August 2024 - but is it on track to be this year's biggest box office flop?

What have been the biggest box office flops of 2024 so far?

Visceral body-horror "The Substance," "Broken Bird," "Members Club" and a 40th anniversary showing of "A Nightmare on Elm Street" are just some of the highlights at this year's Pigeon Shrine Frightfest London 2024

What are some of the highlights at Frightfest London 2024?

With the release of "Harold and The Purple Crayon" in time for the UK school holidays, is it an ideal way to occupy the time of younger family members, or should you give it a miss?

Is Harold and The Purple Crayon worth seeing these school holidays?

Cinema operator Cineworld has confirmed it will close six UK sites (Photo by Getty/Pexels)

Cineworld confirms it will close six UK sites - full list

Cinema operator Cineworld has confirmed it will close six UK sites (Photo by Getty/Pexels)

Cineworld confirms it will close six UK sites - full list

Cinema operator Cineworld is set to announce imminent site closures, according to new reports (Photo by Getty/Pexels)

Cineworld set to announce job cuts and site closures

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Odeon to open Luxe venues with reclining seats ahead of release season

Cineworld.

Watch: Cinema chain to close 25% of UK cinemas say reports

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Kids Club cinema - your guide to Kids Clubs and discounts this summer

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Cinema chain to close 25% of UK cinemas amid restructuring - reports

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Cult British Indie film comes to Harborough cinema

‘City-smashing’ installation with two beasts appears in London

Londoners are stunned as Godzilla and Kong are spotted around the Thames in an epic stunt that spans air, land and the Thames. The formidable Titans have been unleashed in giant sculpture form beneath the OXO Tower which has also been renamed GxK Tower to mark the release of Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire, in cinemas across the UK and Ireland this Friday 29th March.

Watch: Giant Godzilla and Kong sculptures invade River Thames

Taylor Swift will release a concert film for The Eras Tour

Taylor Swift announces Eras Tour concert film
In an announcement shared to Instagram Taylor Swift has announced American fans will be able to see the Eras Tour in cinemas
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McDonald’s has launched two weeks of offers for August 2023 so fans can make the most of the wash-out summer we’ve been having.

McDonald’s launches two weeks of deals including 60% off Big Mac

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Barbie vs Oppenheimer: which movie won the box office

Napoleon will star Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix in the the title role.

Napoleon movie: Everything you need to know about Ridley Scott biopic

Australian actress Margot Robbie poses on the pink carpet upon arrival for the European premiere of “Barbie” in central London.

Barbie film: Fans’ verdict as pink-splattered blockbuster hits cinemas

Starbucks coffee cups (Photo by Stephen Chernin/Getty Images)

Barbie inspired drinks you can get from Starbucks

Empire Cinema group enters administration - full list of closures

Barbie movie: Properties you can stay in inspired by the iconic doll’s ‘dream’ lifestyle as demand soars

Barbie movie: Property rentals inspired by iconic doll’s ‘dream house’

Odeon cinema to close several UK branches within days - full list

Fast X: Is Cody Walker in the new Fast and Furious movie?

Will the Dial of Destiny be Indiana Jones' last hurrah? (Credit: Cannes Film Festival)

Disney+ to stream every Indiana Jones movies

Odeon will close a number of cinemas in the UK next month

Full list of Odeon cinemas closing in the UK next month

Beetljuice is a hit film

When iconic Beetlejuice sequel will be released in UK

Emma Thompson as Miss Trunchball in Matilda The Musical

Matilda the Musical Netflix UK release date & how to watch

An emergency alert will be sent across UK on 23 April. Picture: Cabinet Office

How cinemas and venues will limit disruption during UK emergency alert

First official look at Dungeons & Dragons virtual tabletop game

Eurovision 2023 final in Liverpool to be shown live in UK cinemas

The offer is available in Showcase Cinemas on Sunday

Mums can watch films for free at Showcase Cinemas this Mother’s Day
Showcase cinemas are giving mums a cheap and enjoyable day out this Mother’s Day
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The Wicked UK national tour is set to begin later this year.

Wicked Part 1 movie coming sooner than expected

129 Cineworld venues face risk of closure

The 129 Cineworld cinemas at risk as chain struggles to find buyer

John Malkovich speaks during the "Seneca" press conference during the 73rd Berlinale International Film Festival Berlin

John Malkovich on ‘very sad event’ of Julian Sands disappearance

BAFTAs 2023: nominations, hosts, what time it starts and how to watch the BAFTA Film awards?

The BAFTAs 2023: nominations, hosts & how to watch film awards

What to watch at the cinema this weekend including Babylon

Michelle Yeoh in Everything Everywhere All at Once PIC: Allyson Riggs

How to stream Everything Everywhere All At Once

How much Avatar: The Way of Water is making per minute of runtime

Channing Tatum and Salma Hayek in Magic Mike’s Last Dance

Watch the first trailer for Magic Mike’s Last Dance

Liam Gallagher has shared the reason’s behind why he is supporting the men’s mental health charity Talk Club

Former Oasis singer announces new Knebworth documentary

Some 77 people went along to see the special showing of Olga at Harborough Theatre on Saturday (March 19).

Film screening in Harborough raises almost £900 to support the people of Ukraine

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A surgeon at Royal Sussex Hospital in Brighton used a Swiss Army penknife from his lunch to cut open a patient after failing to find a sterile scalpel during an emergency procedure, a court has heard.

Surgeon used penknife from his lunch in emergency surgery

A GP is on trial at Newcastle Crown Court for allegedly attempting to murder his mother's long-term partner by poisoning him with a chemical weapon, ricin.

Doctor accused of attempted murder by using chemical weapon

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