Film

Celebrating 20 years of arts and culture programming
Audience watching a black and white film in Jill Craigie Cinema with a black B superimposed over the top - The Bridge concept image for Film programme
Join us as we celebrate the power of film at the University of Plymouth.
We show a diverse selection of films, offering a unique insight into cinematic treasures from hidden gems of past cinema to critical documentaries and daring cult classics, our programme promises to inspire, provoke, and captivate audiences. Accompanied by talks from esteemed film directors, filmmakers, University academics, writers and critics, each screening offers a fascinating exploration of the ever-evolving culture of the moving image.  

The film programme at the University of Plymouth is unique in that it can really explore cinema culture and draw out playful insights and connections with so many other aspects of The Arts & Culture programme and the different academic disciplines at the University.

Anna NavasMiss Anna Navas
Film Administrator

What's on this season

ACID Action
SOAK Presents: ACID Action (Film screening and Q&A)

Documentary and discussion with Taiwanese art collective Acid House and Howl Yuan. The work explores bodies, collectivity, care.

28 February 2025 16:30 - 18:30

Celluloid Psychology series

“Cinema is inextricably intertwined with psychology. Every film ultimately emerges from the mind of one human with the intention of making an impact on the mind of another.”
Dr Alastair Smith, School of Psychology
The Celluloid Psychology series is an ongoing series of films exploring the mind and brain in cinema. Each of the carefully selected films is curated and introduced by a specialist in human behaviour who will discuss how their area of expertise can shed unexpected light on the psychological questions explored in the film.
Psychology eye
Our venue

The Jill Craigie Cinema

Nestled on the ground floor of the Roland Levinsky Building on the University of Plymouth campus, the Jill Craigie Cinema serves as a beacon of cinematic excellence. Named in honour of the pioneering filmmaker Jill Craigie, our cinema provides a cozy yet immersive setting for film enthusiasts to indulge in thought-provoking screenings and engaging discussions. With a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, the Jill Craigie Cinema invites audiences to discover the power of cinema in a dynamic and inspiring environment.
Jill Craigie cinema sign, lit up in neon blue and pink lights, outside of the screen in Roland Levinsky building. 

Past highlights

film projector on a black background with dramatic lighting and selective focus

The Arts Institute Film Commission 2021

Battleship Potemkin

Revolutions season

Film still from A Matter of Life and Death (1946, Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger)

Season of films to celebrate enduring filmmakers

Supporting film culture and talent in the South West

The Bridge is a member of the British Film Institute (BFI) Film Hub South West. Supported by National Lottery funding, Film Hub South West is a growing network of over 140 cinemas, film festivals, cross-arts venues and other film exhibition organisations, working together to develop a thriving and inclusive cultural film exhibition sector.
Film Hub South West logo

The Arts & Culture programme

Creating inspirational cultural experiences at the University of Plymouth, that celebrate creativity and have the power to transform lives.
Our public programme is informed by research expertise and through collaborations with partners across the city. We welcome everyone to experience high quality exhibitions, talks, films, music, performances and events throughout the year.
People enjoying the Ocean exhibition at The Levinsky Gallery
 

Contact the arts and culture programme team

Roland Levinsky Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA

The Levinsky Gallery, Tuesday–Friday 10:00–16:00, Saturday 12:00–16:00, Closed Mondays, Sundays and Bank Holidays

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