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Fasten your seatbelts, it's going to be a bumpy night!

A Bette Davis Triple Feature!

Of Human Bondage/All About Eve/What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?

Dirs John Cromwell/Joseph L. Mankiewicz/Robert Aldrich, 1934/1950/1962, 83/138/134mins, USA, cert PG/U/12

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Sun 15 September // 14:30 / Cinema

Tickets: £12/9/7

Bette Davis Triple-Bill Extravaganza!

Times:

2:30pm - Of Human Bondage 

4:30pm - All About Eve 

7:30pm - What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? 

Prices shown are for all three films. Tickets for individual films will be available on the door, subject to availability. For just £7, £9, or £11, pay what you can at the S&S! Enjoy an entire afternoon and evening of cinematic magic without breaking the bank. Whether you’re in the mood for one film, two of Bette’s classics, or all three, you can dip in and out of our classic movie marathon. It’s a deal you won’t want to miss

Join us for an unforgettable cinematic journey celebrating the legendary Bette Davis! Experience the raw talent, fierce charisma, and indomitable spirit of one of Hollywood’s greatest icons in three of her most compelling performances. This is a night of drama, intrigue, and sheer star power that you won’t want to miss!

1. Of Human Bondage (1934)

Kick off the evening with the film that catapulted Bette Davis to stardom. In this gripping adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s classic novel, Davis delivers a tour-de-force performance as Mildred Rogers, a manipulative and tragic figure entangled in a tumultuous relationship. Witness the early brilliance of Davis that left audiences and critics alike in awe.

2. All About Eve (1950)

Next, dive into the world of Broadway’s backstage drama with the iconic All About Eve. Bette Davis shines as Margo Channing, an aging star battling to retain her throne against the ambitious young Eve Harrington. This film is a masterclass in acting, featuring Davis’s legendary line, “Fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be a bumpy night.” Experience the wit, charm, and intensity that earned this film a record 14 Academy Award nominations.

3. What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962)

End the evening on a chilling note with the psychological thriller What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?. Davis delivers a haunting performance as Baby Jane Hudson, a former child star whose descent into madness takes sibling rivalry to terrifying heights. Paired with Joan Crawford, this film is a gripping tale of horror and suspense that showcases Davis’s extraordinary range and ability to captivate and unsettle audiences.

Prepare yourself for a night of classic cinema that pays homage to the unparalleled legacy of Bette Davis. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic, the drama, and the sheer talent of a true Hollywood legend.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event—because “Bette Davis eyes” have never shone brighter on the silver screen!