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Little Amelie (PG)

Family Film Club

,Cinema 2
A toddler facing a sunny forest

This brand-new ravishing animation is a unique and touching exploration of a toddler eye’s view of a changing world in post Second World War Japan.

Amelie, a young Belgian girl living in Japan, awakes from a period of stasis to begin an intricate journey of self-discovery alongside her family and her beloved nanny, Nishio-san.

Set in 1969, the shadow of the Second World War hovers in the characters’ backstories and Amelie must learn about loss and death, as well as the joys of springtime, learning her name in Japanese, cooking with Nishio-san and the wonder that is Belgian chocolate! 

Based on the semi-autobiographical novel by Amélie Nothomb and directed by members of the animation team behind Calamity and Long Way North, this unusual and beautiful story is a delightful and complex character study that will charm audiences young and old.

Tagged with: Cinema family film club

Age recommendation: 6+

This film has been BBFC classified as PG- assessing suitability of any film is the responsibility of parent/guardian. Please see www.bbfc.co.uk for more information on film ratings and content guidelines.

Please note: This screening is for families to attend as a group. Adults (over 18s) can only enter auditorium if they are bringing a child. Children (under 18s) can only attend if accompanied by an adult. Babes in arms of 18months and under can be brought in on adults’ laps, but children over 18months need a seat purchased for them.

Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country of origin   France
  • Director   Maïlys Vallade, Liane-Cho Han
  • Runtime   1hr 18mins

Useful info

Start times: Our Family Film Club screenings are shown without ads, so the film will start just after 11am. Please make sure to turn up on time so you don’t miss the start! 

Loyalty Card: Don't forget, you can pick up your FFC Loyalty Card at the screening. Come along five times and get your sixth visit free! 

Parent & Baby Screenings: If you’ve got an under 12 month year old, we also host our very popular Parent and Baby screenings on a Saturday morning too.

Prams and buggies: we have limited space and are unable to accommodate prams and buggies in the auditorium at Family Film Club screenings. Prams and buggies must be left outside the auditorium (at owners’ own risk). 

Please note: FFC screenings are designed for families to attend together so adults can only come if they’re bringing a child, and children can only come along if accompanied by an adult. We are able to accommodate ‘babes in arms’ at FFC screenings for children of 18 months and under. Any child over 18 months must have a seat purchased for them.

The film screening will allow movement/noise from young film fans, but please be mindful of other audience’s experience (and please switch off phones!)

If your little one needs a break from the screening, please note we do have a selection of books, games and toys in the cinema foyer for you to use. 

The Family Film Club programme aims to screen films from a range of countries, styles and times, introducing a young audience to historical/archive content as well as the latest new releases.

Book early to avoid disappointment. 

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.