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Scotsman
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Square Cinema returns to St Andrew Square Garden for a FREE outdoor film festival this June
Enjoy recent blockbusters, family favourites, and cult classic films in the heart of Edinburgh, 13 – 15 June. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Edinburgh's much-loved free outdoor movie weekend, Square Cinema, returns this June, bringing three days of big-screen entertainment to the heart of the city in one of the UK's biggest free outdoor cinema events. Set in the picturesque surroundings of St Andrew Square Garden, the three-day event is funded by Essential Edinburgh with LNER continuing their headline support. It all kicks off this year on Friday, June 13th, with a packed line-up! Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Family audiences are in for a treat with daytime screenings including Wicked, a Paddington double bill with Paddington 2 and Paddington In Peru, Inside Out 2, The Wild Robot and Moana 2. Square Cinema 2025, Essential Edinburgh Later in the day, the programme shifts to Hollywood blockbusters and cult classics including The Lost Boys, Chicago, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Mrs Doubtfire, Twisters, and Gladiator 2, all shown in a relaxed, picnic-style setting. Don't live locally to Edinburgh? Don't worry, if you enter the Square Cinema competition on-line you can be in with a chance of winning a fantastic luxury weekend-stay in Edinburgh for four! Enjoy 1st class travel and entry to Square Cinema's First Class Lounge provided by partners LNER, a two-night stay in the sumptuous George Hotel just seconds away from St Andrew Square Garden, A £300 gift card for Multrees Walk – Scotland's luxury shopping destination – with a lunch and dinner being provided by Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh and Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill, and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon to top it off. Emily Campbell Johnston, Senior Manager Marketing & Communications for Essential Edinburgh, said: 'Over 14 years, our outdoor film screenings produced by Unique Events have evolved into one of the largest free outdoor cinema events in the UK – attracting locals and visitors alike to enjoy our wonderful city centre. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We are delighted to continue our partnership with LNER, working together to create happy memories for all, and this year to also offer audio-described screenings. It's a fantastic, free event that truly has something for absolutely everyone – come rain or shine – from daytime family fun to movie-lovers at night. Square Cinema 'Square Cinema is always fabulous fun and offers a wonderful communal film experience. It brings people into the city centre and they can then enjoy all that is on offer, helping drive footfall and provide a welcome boost for local businesses.' Jake Orros, Community Partnerships Manager at LNER, added: 'We are delighted to continue our headline sponsorship of this special outdoor event that brings people into the heart of Edinburgh. In 2025, we're proud to introduce a new community partnership element, further strengthening our commitment to inclusivity and connection.' Entry to Square Cinema remains free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Concessions available within Square Cinema include drinks from Heineken 0%, food tasters from Dishoom, and sweet treats such as ice cream, popcorn, and confectionery from Alandas. To be as inclusive as possible, all films will be shown with subtitles, and select films will be audio-described. For full entry terms and conditions, or to reserve a headset for audio-described screenings, please visit Square Cinema programme 2025: Friday 13 June: 4:30pm - Moana 2 (2024) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 6:30pm - The Meg (2018) – Cert 12 8:35pm - The Lost Boys (1987) – Cert 15 (Audio Described Available) Saturday 14 June: 11am - The Wild Robot (2024) – Cert U Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 1pm - Paddington 2 (2017) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 3:15pm - Mrs Doubtfire (1993) – Cert 12A 5:45pm - Chicago (2002) – Cert 12A 8:00pm - Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy (2024) – Cert 15 (Audio Described Available) Sunday 15 June: 11am - Inside Out 2 (2024) – Cert U 12:50pm - Paddington in Peru (2024) – Cert PG 2:50pm - Wicked - Sing-along (2024) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 5:45pm - Twisters (2024) – Cert 12 (Audio Described Available) 8:00pm - Gladiator 2 (2024) – Cert 15 *Film titles and times may be subject to change Competition Prize and Entry Details Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Win a luxury weekend in Edinburgh for four people to attend Square Cinema with LNER from 13th to 15th June 2025. For your chance to win 1st class tickets for four to travel to Edinburgh with LNER, a weekend stay in Edinburgh City Centre at Edinburgh The George, a £300 gift card to spend on Multrees Walk, lunch at Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh, dinner at Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon, simply complete the entry form on the Square Cinema website:
Edinburgh Reporter
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
The time for Square Cinema has come around
Square Cinema returns to the capital in June, bringing three days of big-screen entertainment to St Andrew Square in one of the UK's biggest free outdoor cinema events. The three day long event is funded by Essential Edinburgh with sponsor LNER continuing their headline support. It all begins this year on Friday 13 June with a packed line-up. Family audiences can enjoy daytime screenings including Wicked, a Paddington double bill with Paddington 2 and Paddington In Peru, Inside Out 2, The Wild Robot and Moana 2. Later in the day, the programme shifts to Hollywood blockbusters and cult classics including The Lost Boys, Chicago, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Mrs Doubtfire, Twisters, and Gladiator 2, all shown in a relaxed, picnic-style setting. The Square Cinema competition on-line offers a chance of winning a fantastic luxury weekend-stay in Edinburgh for four. Enjoy 1st class travel and entry to Square Cinema's First Class Lounge provided by partners LNER, a two-night stay in the George Hotel close to St Andrew Square Garden, A £300 gift card for Multrees Walk – Scotland's luxury shopping destination – and lunch and dinner provided by Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh and Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill, and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon. Emily Campbell Johnston, Senior Manager Marketing & Communications for Essential Edinburgh, said: 'Over fourteen years, our outdoor film screenings produced by Unique Events have evolved into one of the largest free outdoor cinema events in the UK – attracting locals and visitors alike to enjoy our wonderful city centre. 'We are delighted to continue our partnership with LNER, working together to create happy memories for all, and this year to also offer audio-described screenings. It's a fantastic, free event that truly has something for absolutely everyone – come rain or shine – from daytime family fun to movie-lovers at night. 'Square Cinema is always fabulous fun and offers a wonderful communal film experience. It brings people into the city centre and they can then enjoy all that is on offer, helping drive footfall and provide a welcome boost for local businesses.' Jake Orros, Community Partnerships Manager at LNER, added: 'We are delighted to continue our headline sponsorship of this special outdoor event that brings people into the heart of Edinburgh. In 2025, we're proud to introduce a new community partnership element, further strengthening our commitment to inclusivity and connection.' Entry to Square Cinema remains free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Concessions available within Square Cinema include drinks from Heineken 0%, food tasters from Dishoom, and sweet treats such as ice cream, popcorn, and confectionery from Alandas. To be as inclusive as possible, all films will be shown with subtitles, and select films will be audio-described. For full entry terms and conditions, or to reserve a headset for audio-described screenings, please visit SQUARE CINEMA PROGRAMME 2025* Friday 13 June: 4:30pm Moana 2 (2024) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 6:30pm The Meg (2018) – Cert 12 8:35pm The Lost Boys (1987) – Cert 15 (Audio Described Available) Saturday 14 June: 11am The Wild Robot (2024) – Cert U 1pm Paddington 2 (2017) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 3:15pm Mrs Doubtfire (1993) – Cert 12A 5:45pm Chicago (2002) – Cert 12A 8:00pm Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy (2024) – Cert 15 (Audio Described Available) Sunday 15 June: 11am Inside Out 2 (2024) – Cert U 12:50pm Paddington in Peru (2024) – Cert PG 2:50pm Wicked – Sing-along (2024) – Cert PG (Audio Described Available) 5:45pm: Twisters (2024) – Cert 12 (Audio Described Available) 8:00pm Gladiator 2 (2024) – Cert 15 *Film titles and times may be subject to change Competition Prize and Entry Details Win a luxury weekend in Edinburgh for four people to attend Square Cinema with LNER from 13th to 15th June 2025. For your chance to win 1st class tickets for four to travel to Edinburgh with LNER, a weekend stay in Edinburgh City Centre at Edinburgh The George, a £300 gift card to spend on Multrees Walk, lunch at Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh, dinner at Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon, simply complete the entry form on the Square Cinema website: Prize List LNER 1st Class return tickets for four (4 adult or family of 4 ticket option) to travel to Edinburgh from Friday 13th – Sunday 15th June 2025. Two King Premium rooms that are interconnecting provided by Edinburgh The George, for Friday 13th – Sunday 15th June 2025. A £300 gift card to spend at a brand of choice* at Multrees Walk, Scotland's Luxury Shopping Destination. £150 credit to spend at Bar + Block Steakhouse on Princes Street, Edinburgh, during your stay. Dinner at Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill – Churrasco Experience for four guests, bottle of Catena Paraje Altamira Malbec, Dry-Aged Tomahawk and Brazilian Sweet Treats to finish your experience – during your stay. Entry for four to The Edinburgh Dungeon to enjoy the darker side of Edinburgh during your stay Access to the Square Cinema with LNER's 1st class Lounge across the event weekend. T&Cs apply. Like this: Like Related
Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Bridget Jones's return to the big screen delivers a box office boost for French media giant Canal+
Canal+ says business has been boosted by box office hits including the latest Paddington and Bridget Jones films. The French production company, which was spun out of Vivendi in December when it listed on the stock market in London, said first-quarter revenues rose 1.5 per cent to £1.3billion. Its film studios arm saw revenues rise 8.2 per cent thanks to the release of films including Paddington In Peru, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy and We Live In Time. Canal+ shares edged up 0.5 per cent. But they remain down nearly 24 per cent since listing in London at 290p each in December. Boss Maxime Saada hailed 'a pivotal year' in 2024 and said 'we continued to build on this momentum' in 2025. He added: 'A number of highly successful theatrical releases substantially fuelled revenue.'
The Independent
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Emily Mortimer to play Cressida Dick in show about Jean Charles de Menezes death
Actress Emily Mortimer is to play Dame Cressida Dick before she became the head of the Metropolitan Police, in a new drama about the shooting of a Brazilian man wrongly suspected of being a terrorist after the 7/7 London bombings. Jean Charles de Menezes was killed a fortnight after suicide bombers exploded devices on three Tube lines and a London bus on July 7 2005, killing 52 people. Mr de Menezes' parents and other relatives are serving as consultants for Disney+ series Suspect: The Shooting Of Jean Charles De Menezes. Mortimer, known for family film Paddington In Peru and US drama The Newsroom, will portray the senior officer who led the police operation in which Mr de Menezes – played by Edison Alcaide in the show – died. Dame Cressida was promoted to Metropolitan Police Commissioner in 2017, before leaving the role in 2022. A jury cleared her of any blame in the 27-year-old's death at the end of the prosecution of the Met under health and safety laws. The cast also includes Irish actor Conleth Hill, best known as the manipulative Lord Varys in hit show Game Of Thrones, as then Met commissioner Ian Blair, who led the force between 2005 and 2008 before becoming Lord Blair of Boughton. Being Human star Russell Tovey plays deputy assistant commissioner Brian Paddick, who later became Liberal Democrat peer Baron Paddick, who resigned in 2007 after a dispute with the Met in the wake of the shooting at Stockwell station. Mad Dogs and Bodies actor Max Beesley is cast as assistant commissioner Andy Hayman, who led the Met's investigation into the bombings, and Line Of Duty star Daniel Mays takes on the role of Cliff Todd, the principal forensic investigator in the aftermath of the events of 7/7. Gavin And Stacey actress Laura Aikman stars as Lana Vandenberghe, an admin assistant turned whistleblower at the then Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC), which was later replaced by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). Ms Vandenberghe handed confidential documents to ITV News, revealing that Mr de Menezes had done little to arouse suspicion before he was gunned down. The IPCC Stockwell Two report claimed that Lord Blair of Boughton was 'almost totally uninformed' after the shooting and Mr Hayman 'misled' senior officers by failing to tell them the dead man was not one of the four bombers. The Crown star Alex Jennings is taking on the role of barrister Michael Mansfield KC, who represented Mr de Menezes' family at the inquest into his shooting, for the four-part drama. Writer and executive producer Jeff Pope said: 'This is an incredibly important story to tell, and we've got a heavyweight ensemble cast in place that will help us examine the events that led to the tragic shooting of the innocent Jean Charles de Menezes. 'He was just a commuter who was tracked for nearly an hour, with surveillance failing to correctly identify him, before he was shot dead on a crowded Tube train, leaving his family to try and shine a light on the critical errors that led to this devastating tragedy.' The inquest jury returned an open verdict into the shooting, and concluded police marksman, dubbed C12, did not shout the words 'armed police' before opening fire, and a number of failings by that contributed to Mr de Menezes' death. At the time, Sir Paul Stephenson, then acting commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, said the force accepted 'full responsibility' for the death of electrician Mr de Menezes. Suspect: The Shooting Of Jean Charles De Menezes was written by Pope, who was nominated for an Oscar along with Steve Coogan for their screenplay Philomena, produced by Kwadjo Dajan and directed by London To Brighton director Paul Andrew Williams. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 7/7 bombings, in which 52 people were killed and more than 770 others injured. Sky has made a documentary called 7/7: Britain's Day Of Terror, the BBC released 7/7: The London Bombings earlier this year, and in 2024 Channel 4 put out Shoot To Kill: Terror On The Tube. In the Channel 4 programme, firearms officer C12 claimed he was certain 'we were going to die' if he did not act. – Suspect: The Shooting Of Jean Charles De Menezes will air on Disney+ in spring 2025.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Emily Mortimer Addresses Replacing Sally Hawkins For Paddington In Peru, And What She Didn't Expect About Joining The Family
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The third Paddington movie is here and, while a lot of the old band is back together, you may notice that Sally Hawkins' Mary Brown has been recast with Emily Mortimer this time around. According to reports, Hawkins couldn't join the threequel because she has been managing the autoimmune disease lupus. That medical condition makes it difficult for one to travel abroad. With that, Mortimer had to follow up great performances from Hawkins and, when she spoke to CinemaBlend, about joining the franchise's family, she shared the sweet and unexpected joys of being a Brown. As disclosed in my Paddington In Peru review, the sequel is sure to be one of the warm and fuzziest 2025 movie releases of the year… and it's only February. Here's what Emily Mortimer told us about replacing Sally Hawkins as the Brown matriarch, when we sat down with her and Hugh Bonneville: I was welcomed with just such a sort of sweetness and warmth by everybody behind the camera and all the actors starting with Hugh [Bonneville], who always just sort of made me feel very welcome and like I wasn't an imposter, in the form of his new wife. So, that was really lovely and I guess I had hoped it would feel that way, because the films just sort of emanate that feeling of sort of inclusivity and tolerance and sweetness. Emily Mortimer was worried she'd be the 'imposter' on the set of Paddington In Peru after Hawkins originated the role in 2014's Paddington and its 2017 sequel. However, she actually felt welcomed with open arms, with co-star and on-screen husband Hugh Bonneville leading the charge on that front. Mortimer wasn't the only new member of the team either. For the first time in the Paddington franchise, director Dougal Wilson was at the helm (instead of Paul King) and both Puss In Boots alums Antonio Banderas and Olivia Colman joined the cast as well. As Mortimer continued, discussing the one element she wasn't expecting amid production: But, I think the thing that really surprised me when I was there – I mean I've done many, many films over the course of now, a kind of depressingly long career. And, the attention to detail, the specificity, the sense of responsibility towards this character that imbues every corner of the set and everybody, every member of the crew. You just feel this common sense of responsibility to the character and to the franchise that is really palpable. And I felt that that was something I was not expecting and was really beautiful to see. While it's never exactly great to see an actor be replaced by another, especially when we're talking about Sally Hawkins, Emily Mortimer fit right into the cast and brought her own wit and charm to Mary Brown. I can't help but feel like the producers put a lot of time and care into finding someone who could fill Hawkins' shoes. More on Paddington in Peru Paddington In Peru Trailer Sends The Adorable Bear On A New Adventure, And I'm Ready To Follow Him Anywhere The new movie sees the eponymous bear and the Browns go to South America to visit the bear's Aunt Lucy. But, of course, the visit doesn't go quite as planned, given that the family ends up in the middle of a fantastic treasure hunt. Emily Mortimer couldn't have joined the franchise during a more exciting installment. I can understand the nerves that would come with taking the baton, so to speak, for such a significant role. Thankfully, she said yes to adventuring to entering the fold for a Paddington sequel critics have already been charmed by. Mortimer more than honors Sally Hawkins' work while also putting her own stamp on the role of Mary Brown. Paddington In Peru is now playing in theaters just in time for President's Day weekend.
