Being Heumann Drama
A powerful new drama about disability rights activist Judy Heumann is coming to Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater, with a special offer for Insider members. The film tells the story of Heumann's radical act of defiance as she leads a group of young people in a fight for equal rights.
Dir: Sian Heder
Cast: Ruth Madeley, Mark Ruffalo, Dylan O'Brien, Madeline Delp, Rob Delaney, Ray Fisher, Michael Patrick Thornton, Antwan Tolliver
127 mins · 2026 · United States of America · English
Rotten Tomatoes 86%
Earn extra £2 rewards with Being Heumann
4 Nov 2026 – 19 Nov 2026
Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater (Greenhithe)
The film has been well-received by critics, with an 86% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 68 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating "generally favorable" reviews. Being Heumann is a drama film directed by Sian Heder, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Rebekah Taussig. The film stars Ruth Madeley as Judy Heumann, alongside Mark Ruffalo, Dylan O'Brien, and Rob Delaney.
Being Heumann is based on a true story and follows Judy Heumann as she leads over 100 young people in a radical act of defiance, taking over the San Francisco Federal building in a fight for equal rights. The film is an adaptation of Heumann's memoir and explores themes of disability rights and activism. With a runtime of 127 minutes, the film is a powerful and thought-provoking drama that is not to be missed.
The film will be shown at Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. As part of a special offer, the first 600 Insider members to book tickets will receive an additional £2 in Insider rewards.
Stills
Comments
Sign in to your Hidden Beach account to comment.
Loading comments…