I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning Screening

A drama film about five childhood friends struggling to achieve their dreams in their 30s is coming to Canterbury. The film, directed by Clio Barnard, explores the challenges of adulthood and the UK housing crisis.

Dir: Clio Barnard

Cast: Anthony Boyle, Lola Petticrew, Joe Cole, Daryl McCormack, Jay Lycurgo, Millie Brady, Lucie Shorthouse, James Eeles

109 mins · 2026 · United Kingdom, United States of America · Cert 15 · English

IMDb 6.6/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 95% · Metacritic 77/100

Awards: 2 wins total

I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning

30 Nov 2026 – 4 Dec 2026

Curzon Canterbury Westgate

As five childhood friends approach 30, they find the future they imagined is slipping away, and they must confront the reality of their unfulfilled dreams. The film, directed by Clio Barnard, stars Anthony Boyle, Joe Cole, Jay Lycurgo, Daryl McCormack, and Lola Petticrew as the five friends struggling to come to terms with adulthood. With a runtime of 109 minutes and a certificate of 15, the film is a drama that explores the challenges of growing up and the UK housing crisis.

The film has received critical acclaim, with a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a weighted average score of 77 out of 100 on Metacritic. Critics have praised the film's heartfelt passion and expertly observed study of human relationships. The film has also won two awards, including the Audience Award at the Directors' Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

The screening of I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning will take place at Curzon Canterbury Westgate in Canterbury from Monday, 30 November 2026, to Friday, 4 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The film's exploration of the challenges of modern life and its thoughtful portrayal of male friendships make it a compelling watch.

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What viewers say

Brent Marchant · 6/10

For many of us (especially those under 30), the expectation of being able to afford a reasonably comfortable life is slipping away, ironically, and all too regrettably, becoming little more than a dream in a very real sense. It’s a change that seems to be occurring worldwide, too, as economic disparity continues to take root around the globe. And one locale in which that trend has been occurring is Birmingham, the second largest city in the UK.…

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