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Absolute Beginners (15)

London Nights

,Barbican Cinema 2
A still from Julien Temple's Absolute Beginners

Julien Temple's adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London.

With racial tension brewing in Notting Hill, nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette (Patsy Kensit), but her relationships are strictly connected with her progress in the fashion world. So Colin gets involved with a pop promoter and tries to crack the big time

Starring Eddie O'Connell, David Bowie, James Fox and Mandy Rice-Davies.

This screening is part of the Museum of London’s programme of events inspired by London Nights, their immersive new photography exhibition exploring the capital after dark.

Tagged with: Cinema

UK 1986 Dir Julien Temple 108 min

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Barbican Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.