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Bitter Christmas (15)

Parent & Baby Screening

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Bitter Christmas, Spain 2026, Dir Pedro Almodóvar

Pedro Almodóvar is back with his unique brand of storytelling, setting the stage for the tale of a filmmaker who begins to be a little too heavily inspired by the real lives of those around him. 

Raúl (Leonardo Sbaraglia) is a cult filmmaker in the midst of a creative crisis. When tragedy strikes one of his closest collaborators, he draws inspiration from it to write his next film. Little by little, he imagines Elsa (Bárbara Lennie), a filmmaker in the midst of writing a script, whose journey begins to mirror his own. 

The two filmmakers become two sides of the same character, in a game of mirrors where the raw honesty of autofiction reveals as much as it destroys. But how far can one go to tell a story?

We’re delighted to host this very special preview screening ahead of the UK general release on 28 August. This latest work from the iconic auteur positively begs for our outdoor screen, with bold colours, beautifully composed shots and his characteristic blend of comedy and tragedy.

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Film information
  • Release year   2026
  • Country of origin   Spain
  • Director   Pedro Almodóvar

Cinema 3

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.