Film
Midwinter Break

Released: 2026 Running Time: 90 mins
12a

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Based on the novel by Bernard MacLaverty, who co-wrote the screenplay. Stella (Lesley Manville) and Gerry (Ciaran Hinds) relocated to Glasgow from Northern Ireland following a traumatic event during the Troubles. Now empty-nesters, they take a trip to Amsterdam to reassess their relationship. Their marriage is seemingly affectionate and comfortable, but Gerry has a not-so-secret drink problem and Stella, with a deep Catholic faith which he does not share, is looking for more purpose to her life.

Key People:

Director: Polly Findlay

Writer: Bernard MacLaverty, Nick Payne

Cinematography: Laurie Rose

Production Design: Harry Ammerlaan

Music: Hannah Peel

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For further information, full cast and crew listings, trivia and reviews, please see the Midwinter Break Page on IMDB.

Upcoming screenings

19 September 2026

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