Elsinore Hits Screens
The biographical drama Elsinore tells the true story of Ian Charleson, a gifted actor who faces his greatest challenge. The film is set to screen at Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe.
Dir: Simon Stone
Cast: Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman, Billie Piper, Johnny Flynn, Luke Thompson, David Dawson, Matthew Beard, Joe Locke
111 mins · 2026 · Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America · Cert 15 · English
Rotten Tomatoes 89%
The screening of Elsinore, directed by Simon Stone, is scheduled to take place at Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe from Friday, 30 October 2026, to Friday, 13 November 2026. The film features a talented cast, including Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman, and Billie Piper.
What is the film about? Elsinore is a biographical drama that tells the true story of Ian Charleson, a gifted actor who faces his greatest challenge as he prepares to perform in a production of Hamlet at the National Theatre while battling a serious illness.
Who made the film and what kind of film is it? The film was directed by Simon Stone and written by Stephen Beresford, and it is a drama film with a runtime of 111 minutes, rated 15, and spoken in English.
How was the film received? The film received positive reviews from critics, with an 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes, and has been praised for its affecting and moving portrayal of Charleson's story, with particular praise for Andrew Scott's performance. Tickets or details for the screening are available with the button beside this article.
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Brent Marchant · 8/10
When it comes to fulfilling a particularly grand, arduous goal, it’s often been said that “When there’s a will, there’s a way.” But, when faced with such conditions, how realistic is it that the objective will be reached, especially if the odds are stacked against us? Much depends on the determination of the individual involved, as becomes apparent in this new LGBTQ+ biopic from director Simon Stone. In 1981, London-based actor Ian Charleson…
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