A sumptuous animation inspired by Gaelic folklore, introduced by animation expert Michael Leader.
This delightful adventure tells the story of Ben who discovers his 4 year old mute sister, Saoirse, is a mythical creature called a Selkie. Brought to you by the makers of Wolf Walkers, this wonderful story of family love overcoming the odds, is a big screen must-see.
Before the film, we’re delighted to welcome animation authority and co-host of the Ghibliotheque podcast, Michael Leader, to introduce the screening for us and talk a bit more about Song of the Sea’s unique style. Michael is a leading expert in animation and has co-written two books: The Ghibliotheque Anime Movie Guide and The Unofficial Guide to the Movies of Studio Ghibli; as well as contributing to Sight and Sound, Empire and Little White Lies, in 2021 he was the co-author of an exclusive essay for Cartoon Saloon’s luscious Blu-ray Irish Folklore boxset release.”
Belgium/Denmark/France/Ireland/Luxembourg 2014 Dir Tomm Moore 92min
Recommended age 5+
Adults can only come if they’re bringing a child, and children can only come along if accompanied by an adult. If you’re over 18, we’re afraid being a ‘big kid’ doesn’t count.
Booking is essential, so please book your tickets before attending.
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Booking fees
£1.50 booking fee per online/phone transaction.
No fee when tickets are booked in person.
Booking fees are per transaction and not per ticket. If your booking contains several events the highest booking fee will apply. The booking fee may be reduced on certain events. Members do not pay booking fees.
Family Activities
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.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
Cinemas 2 & 3 are located at Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican Centre’s main Silk Street entrance. There are a couple of steep, dropped kerbs and an incline to negotiate between the two sites. Level access from Beech Street.
Mobility
Each auditorium has three permanent wheelchair spaces (two in the third row and one in the front row) and 153 fixed seats with capacity for a further three spaces in the front row. Access to each auditorium is up a ramp. There are also a number of seats with step-free access.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs may be taken into the cinema – please tell us when booking to ensure your seat has enough space. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the foyer staff during the performance.
Hearing facility
An infrared system for hard of hearing customers is provided in each auditorium; headsets or neck loops can be collected from foyer staff. The ticket desk counter is fitted with an induction loop.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
