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Space Cadet (U*) + Origami Workshop

Family Film Club

,Cinema 2
A young girl and a robot sit across a table from eah other

One of the first UK screenings of this gorgeous new animation sees a girl and a robot discovering their universe, based on the graphic novel by Kid Koala. Plus, a pre-film origami workshop.

Robot and Celeste are inseparable. As they grow up Celeste decides to train to become a interstellar Space Cadet. But when Celeste travels off into the cosmos, leaving Robot behind, their connection changes and they must navigate new challenges and adventures independently. 

Without dialogue, and similar in tone to the recent animation, Robot Dreams, this bitter-sweet tale of love, friendship and learning is a beautifully animated journey. 

We are delighted to be joined by Toshiko Kurata, an Origami artist and teacher who will be l showing us how to make our very own robot origami. This workshop will take place in the Cinema Café from 9:45-11am. 

Tagged with: Cinema family film club

Age suggestion: 6+

This film has been locally classified as a U – but 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.

Toshiko Kurata is a member of British Origami Society and founder of Happy Origami Wonderland. She teaches origami to adults and children through her own workshops as well as teaching in schools and private events, also working with Samuel Tsang's Mindful Origami company. Her recent origami artwork "Hana no Oto - Sound of Flowers" was displayed at the exhibition called "Spirit of Invention" at The National Archives in London and Discovery Museum in Newcastle.

For more information on Toshiko and her work, please visit her Instagram page, @origamihappywonderland.

Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country of origin   Canada
  • Director   Kid Koala (aka Eric San)
  • Runtime   1hr 36mins

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! 

Catering Deal: Look out for our special catering offer exclusively for our FFC audience: a kid’s lemonade + popcorn for £5, order and pay at the Cinema café.

Loyalty Scheme: 
On your third visit get a kids ticket for free.
On your sixth visit get an adult ticket for free.

This discount will automatically be added when you book tickets through your Barbican account.

Got stamps left over from last year? 

From Sat 17 Jan-Sat 17 Apr 2026 take your Loyalty Card to box office to redeem your free visit. 

Pick up one of our Kids' Loyalty Cards to get a free popcorn with your sixth stamp!*
* U18s can redeem a free popcorn from the Cinema Café. Subject to availability. 

Café Games/Books: from 10.30am we’ll set out a selection of books, games and colouring for families to read/play with and they’ll be available after the screening as well.

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.

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.