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Arco + Pre-film ‘Build Your Own Future’ activity with RIBA (PG)

Family Film Week

,Cinema 2
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Join us during half term for this dazzling animated sci-fi and a free pre-film activity with RIBA.

In the year 2932, a family of time travellers live in peaceful treetop houses. But when the youngest member of the team – 10-year-old Arco – steals away to explore alone, he ends up stranded in 2075.

There he meets Iris, a young girl supervised by robot technology, and the two must navigate their new friendship in a world where extreme weather events threaten everything around them.

Inventive and adventurous, Arco is a breath of fresh air. Nominated for an armful of awards all over the world, it’s unmissable on the big screen.

Before the film, we’re delighted to welcome back Lil Adams and Edie Parfitt from RIBA to support families in a free drop-in activity from 10am. Get stuck in with a fun paper crafting activity to get you thinking about what a future city could be and how you would design your dream building in a changing environment.

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Age suggestion: 7+ 

The RIBA Learning programme provides exciting opportunities for everyone to explore, question and celebrate architecture. Their programme is inspired by the work of members – past and present – and draws on their world-class collection holding more than four million items and RIBA's exhibitions.

This film has been BBFC classified as a PG – 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. We recommend that families research film titles thoroughly before committing to attend.  

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 18 months and under can be brought in on adults’ laps, but children over 18 months need a seat purchased for them.

Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country of origin   France
  • Director   Ugo Bienvenu
  • Runtime   1hr 28mins

Ticket prices

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Event Information

Event breakdown:

10am – Cinema Café 

Build Your Own Future with RIBA – Paper/card modelling & craft activity (drop-in) 

11.30am – Cinema 2 

Short intro + Arco (PG)  

1pm – Cinema Café  

Books/games/toys/colouring available in the Foyer

Useful Information

The film screening will allow some movement and noise from young film fans, but please be mindful of other audience members' experience (and please switch off phones).

If your little one needs a break from the screening, please note, we have a selection of books & games in the Cinema Café for you to use.

The Family Film Week 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. There is a suggested minimum age for films, but assessing suitability of any film is always the responsibility of the parent/guardian.

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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.