There’s a great week of Christmas entertainment at Pontio in Bangor.
Films include Napoleon (15), Love Actually (15), The Killer (15), The Nutcracker, WITHNAIL AND I (15), National Theatre Live Skylight (15).
Bangor Aye’s Film of The Week: Wonka (PG)
Based on the extraordinary character at the centre of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, “Wonka” tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.
Rotten Tomatoes Reviews: 86%
It’s the sort of movie that kids (and their parents) will remember watching at the cinema in years to come. And yes, it will give you a warm and gooey feeling, like Lindt chocolate at Christmas.
The film is charming and warm-hearted, much like Paddington and its sequel, and the onscreen delight is infectious.
Wonka delights like a yummy cup of cocoa topped with whipped cream and colorful rainbow sprinkles. Timothée Chalamet, in his best performance, sings and dances up a cotton candy storm on his magical quest to become a renowned chocolatier.
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Cinema:
Napoleon (15)
Friday 8 – Thursday 14 December
Napoleon is a spectacle-filled action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar®-winner Joaquin Phoenix. Against a stunning backdrop of large-scale filmmaking orchestrated by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film captures Bonaparte’s relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed.
Love Actually (15)
Sunday 10 December, 17.30 PM
One of the ultimate Christmas films comes to Pontio this year. Follow the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London.
The Killer (15)
8+11+13 December
David Fincher’s latest film brings Michael Fassbender back to the big screen after a long break in The Killer. After a fateful near-miss, an assassin battles his employers, and himself, on an international manhunt he insists isn’t personal.
The Nutcracker
Tuesday 12 December 7.15pm
Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family.
WITHNAIL AND I (15)
Wednesday 13 December, 8.15pm
As is tradition during Christmas here at Pontio. Join us for our screening of Withnail & I. Set in 1969, with two substance-abusing, unemployed actors retreat to the countryside for a holiday that proves disastrous.
National Theatre Live Skylight (15)
Thursday 14 December, 7pm
Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy star in this Olivier-award-winning production of David Hare’s hard-hitting tale of love, passion and ideology, directed by Stephen Daldry
Wonka (PG)
Friday 15 December – Thursday 4 January
A film for all of the family during the Christmas season. Wonka focuses on a young Willy Wonka and how he came to meet the Oompa-Loompas on one of his earliest adventures.
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Theatr Bryn Terfel
Ysgol Tryfan presents Mela
Wednesday 13 December + Thursday 14 December
The school is closed for the summer and the youngsters are ready to enjoy the holidays. But…the rich businessman, Mr Harry Valentine, has had enough. He owns the youth club and wants to close the organisation. Is there a way for the youth to keep the building and the resource? Is there a way to get the best of Mr Valentine? Does he have a secret that he doesn’t want anyone to know about? Come and enjoy Ysgol Tryfan’s presentation of the comic and dramatic unfolding story!!
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Studio Theatre:
Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru presents Swyn by Krystal S. Lowe Directed by Rhian Blythe
Saturday 16 December 2pm + 4pm
Join Swyn on a journey through nature…
From the bashful bunnies to the daring ducks, Swyn loves nature! She tries her best to get the curious creatures to join in her games, but they have their own ideas of fun! With the help of some new furry friends, Swyn learns that friendships are not made by following or leading others, but by celebrating the things that make us all unique.
Wrap up warm and join Swyn and her friends for awonderful wintery adventure based on Krystal S.Lowe’s book ‘Whimsy’. Combining Welsh and British Sign Language, this magical show will spark young audiences ’imaginations through story and dance.
