I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning Comes to Canterbury

On Wednesday, 25 November 2026, the Curzon Canterbury Westgate will host a screening of I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, a drama film directed by Clio Barnard. The film follows five childhood friends, played by Anthony Boyle, Joe Cole, Jay Lycurgo, Daryl McCormack, and Lola Petticrew, as they confront their unfulfilled dreams in the midst of 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. • I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning has won two awards, including the Audience Award at the Directors' Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. • The film's cast, including Anthony Boyle and Joe Cole, deliver standout performances, portraying different aspects of modern masculinity with thoughtfulness and tenderness.

The film's exploration of themes such as economic disparity, unfulfilled dreams, and the struggles of working-class residents is likely to resonate with audiences. Tickets are on sale: tickets are with the button beside the article. The screening will take place at the Curzon Canterbury Westgate in Canterbury on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.