Downton Abbey returns to the big screen with its final chapter, taking the beloved Crawley family into the 1930s. Expect grandeur, scandal and heartfelt goodbyes.

Film details

• Premiere date: 11 September 2025
• Director: Simon Curtis
• Runtime: 124 minutes
• Language & subtitles: English with Dutch subtitles
• Age rating: 12+
• Showing at: Cinerama, KINO, LantarenVenster

What’s the vibe?

This is polished escapism with witty dialogue, layered drama and a touch of satire. The Crawleys face financial uncertainty, shifting social norms and personal loss, all while maintaining the elegance that made the series iconic.

Trailer

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Why you might like it

• For the eyes: Lavish costumes, stately sets and a cinematic dive into aristocratic Britain.
• For the heart: Emotional farewells and poignant moments for characters audiences have followed for years.
• For the mind: Themes of change, tradition and survival resonate far beyond the Abbey walls.

Critical reception

Though reviews are just emerging, early festival audiences have described it as a fitting send-off. Critics note its blend of nostalgia and freshness, praising the ensemble cast and production design. While some lament the absence of Maggie Smith, many highlight how the film gracefully redefines itself without her.

Scene to watch for

A lavish dinner scene where the Crawleys confront both personal and societal upheavals, blending humour, tension and heartfelt emotion.

Recommended pairing

Pair this with an afternoon tea at home — scones, jam and a pot of Earl Grey will keep you firmly in the Downton spirit.

Need-to-knows

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale marks the conclusion of the saga that began with six television seasons and two previous films. Set in the early 1930s, it shifts the story into a new decade of uncertainty while delivering closure for long-time fans and accessibility for newcomers.

Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch go head-to-head in a biting black comedy about love, ambition and domestic chaos. A modern remake of The War of the Roses, this sharp satire proves that even the most perfect couple can turn toxic when pride and power collide.

Film details

• Premiere date: 28 August 2025
• Director: Jay Roach
• Runtime: 115 min
• Cast: Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg
• Genre: Black comedy, drama
• Theatres: Kino, LantarenVenster, Cinerama

What’s the vibe?

Expect a glossy yet venomous screwball showdown: fine dining meets flying plates, romantic charm morphs into slapstick chaos, and elegant interiors become battlegrounds. Beneath the sharp humour lies a surprisingly raw look at ambition, envy and resentment.

Trailer

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Why you might like it

• 👀 Eyes: Slick production design, lavish sets that slowly descend into comic wreckage.
• ❤️ Heart: Colman and Cumberbatch’s chemistry simmers between affection and fury.
• 🧠 Mind: Raises the question—what happens when love and career ambitions collide?

Critical reception

While official scores are pending, early festival whispers praise Colman’s razor-sharp delivery and Cumberbatch’s descent into comic madness. Critics highlight Jay Roach’s ability to balance slapstick timing with darker undertones.

Scene to watch for

A seemingly civil dinner party spirals into utter carnage—wine, egos and crockery collide in deliciously absurd fashion.

Recommended pairing

A plate of overly fancy appetisers followed by something messy you have to eat with your hands. For afters, maybe a round of competitive board games with friends—you’ll see domestic rivalry in a whole new light.

Ethan Coen returns with Honey Don’t, a darkly comic tale that blends small-town intrigue with razor-sharp wit. This neo-noir comedy promises both laughs and a biting look at modern America.

Film details

• Premiere date: 4 September 2025
• Director: Ethan Coen
• Runtime: 89 minutes
• Language & subtitles: English with Dutch subtitles
• Age rating: 16+
• Showing at: Cinerama, KINO, LantarenVenster

What’s the vibe?

Honey Don’t is a black comedy where murder meets satire, taking audiences through the dusty streets of small-town America. Think eccentric characters, awkwardly funny violence and a playful jab at organised religion — all with that signature Coen Brothers-style sharpness.

Trailer

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Why you might like it

• For the eyes: Retro-styled costumes, vintage cars and noir-inspired cinematography.
• For the heart: Aubrey Plaza and Margaret Qualley add charisma to their roles, giving the comedy surprising warmth.
• For the mind: Underneath the gags lies a sharp critique of hypocrisy and small-town secrets.

Critical reception

Honey Don’t is still awaiting its wide release, but preview screenings in the United States and the UK have generated excitement. Early critics describe it as “playful yet cutting,” praising Aubrey Plaza’s dry delivery and Coen’s stripped-down direction. The film has been called a breezy murder mystery with bite, well-suited for fans of Fargo and Burn After Reading.

Scene to watch for

The moment Honey confronts the mysterious church elders, balancing absurd comedy with genuine menace — a classic Coen balancing act.

Recommended pairing

Pair it with a night of board games and cocktails, or grab a slice of homemade pie to echo that small-town Americana feel.

Need-to-knows

This is Ethan Coen’s second solo directorial effort, following Drive-Away Dolls. It continues his exploration of dark humour outside the Coen Brothers duo. The film has also been programmed as part of queer cinema specials in some venues, highlighting its subversive undercurrents.

A bruisingly honest debut from writer-director Eva Victor, Sorry, Baby blends biting humour with tender compassion. It’s the kind of indie that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

Film details

• Premiere: 21 August 2025
• Director: Eva Victor
• Runtime: 103 min
• Genre: Drama
• Cast: Eva Victor, Naomi Ackie, Louis Cancelm, Lucas Hedges, John Carroll Lynch
• Country: United States
• Language: English, Dutch subtitles
• Theatres: KINO Rotterdam, LantarenVenster, Cinerama

What’s the vibe?

Imagine a sharp-witted dramedy that doesn’t shy away from the messy bits of recovery. Victor’s film veers between absurd humour and raw emotion, never losing sight of the tiny, tentative steps it takes to start living again.

Trailer

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Why you might like it

• For the eyes: Unfussy yet poignant cinematography that lingers on faces, laughter and silence alike.
• For the heart: A story about friendship, grief and the weird ways we find our way back to joy.
• For the mind: Razor-sharp dialogue that cuts through cliché and reminds us that healing rarely follows a straight line.

Critical reception

Winner of Best Screenplay at Sundance 2025, Sorry, Baby has been hailed as one of the year’s most important indie films. Early reviews call it “phenomenal,” “full of feeling” and “a film the world needs.” On IMDb, it already holds a solid 7.7 rating.

Scene to watch for

Agnes and her best friend lying in the grass, laughing until tears fall — a fleeting moment of release that captures the heart of the film.

Recommended pairing

Bring along a notebook or sketchpad. Jotting down stray thoughts while watching makes this reflective drama hit even deeper — a little creative outlet to match Agnes’s own search for meaning.