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A trip to the movies

Enjoy a trip to the movies in South Kensington - from Sunday classics, family films and film festivals at Institut français, to blockbusters accompanied with live orchestras at the Royal Albert Hall, to post-war classics at Goethe-Institut, to enjoying the full cinematic experience in 3D at the Science Museum's IMAX screen. There are films for young and old here in South Kensington.

A Beautiful Planet 3D (U)

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Experience Earth like never before in a breath-taking portrait of the planet captured from the International Space Station on the biggest screen in Europe. See fantastic images of the Earth from the Space Station and gain a new understanding of how wonderful and unique our planet is.

Ocean Odyssey

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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Earth’s vast ocean highways with a baby humpback whale to uncover the secrets of ocean currents.

Under the sea 3D (U)

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Narrated by Jim Carrey and using incredible 3D technology, Under the Sea will leap off the screen and take you on a fascinating journey to discover the mysteries of the ocean floor.

The mysteries of the green mountain

28th April
4pm-5:30pm
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
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Viewing of 'The world about us' documentary by Barry Paine. This award-winning film chronicles the work of the Society and the Sarawak Government’s geographical survey of the Gunung Mulu National Park.

One to One: John & Yoko

25th April - 1st May
Various times
Institut français
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This documentary explores the Lennons’ evolving politics and their complex personal lives as they search for Yoko’s estranged daughter, Kyoko, against the backdrop of the Nixon-McGovern election.

Performance Festival 2025

25th April- 4th May
Various times
V&A South Kensington
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Escape rationality, embrace fiction and question your perspectives with special events including live performances, talks, screenings, tours and workshops – all inspired by the theme of 'illusion'.

T. rex 3D (PG)

From Sat 5th April
Various times
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Discover the planet’s fiercest, most famous dinosaur in dazzling 3D.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

25th April 2025
7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Join the Royal Albert Hall for the 25th Anniversary and European premiere of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon as part of their Films in Concert series.

Gladiator in Concert

26th-27th April
Various times
Royal Albert Hall
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Presented in association with CineConcerts, sword-and-sandals epic Gladiator returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a special 25th anniversary screening with live orchestra.

Versailles, In Every Sense

24th Jan -1st April
Various times
Institut français
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Travel through time and embark on a sensory journey with the Versailles, In Every Sense season at the French Institute, echoing the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibition at the Science Museum.

Ocean Odyssey 3D (U)

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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Earth’s vast ocean highways with a baby humpback whale to uncover the secrets of ocean currents.

IMAX: The Ronson Theatre

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Experience this fully immersive IMAX, on one of the biggest cinema screens in the UK. With an IMAX laser 4k projector and an IMAX 70mm film projector, this experience is great for all cinema lovers. Regularly showing are scientific documentaries and the latest blockbuster releases.

Antarctica 3D (U)

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With never-before-seen footage and the latest underwater filming techniques, this epic documentary transports you to the farthest reaches of this majestic land and reveals that what happens there affects every single one of us.

Ciné Lumière for under 25's

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If you love cinema, and you’re 25 years old or under, Ciné Lumière For A Fiver is for you! Whether you want to see the latest releases or discover French classics, attend special Q&As or explore world cinema, enjoy discounted tickets with no booking fees.