McLaren Leisure Centre

Showtime 7.00pm

Doors open 6.30pm

Free for members (see below), £5 non-members, £3 under 16

A huge thank you to all our sponsors!

20 September One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) cert15 2h 13m

A wisecracking outsider is sent to a mental institution where his rebellious spirit disrupts the oppressive regime of Nurse Ratched and inspires fellow patients to challenge their routines. A masterful mix of drama, dark comedy, and social commentary, featuring powerhouse performances by Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher, celebrated as one of cinema’s greatest achievements, winning all five major Oscars.

Sponsored by Deli Ecosse

18 October No Other Choice (2025) cert15 2h 19m

After a long stretch of unemployment, a veteran paper mill worker resorts to extreme and violent measures to remove his competitors for a job, blending dark comedy with suspense. Adapted from Donald E. Westlake’s novel The Ax, critics praised its clever writing, striking cinematography and Lee Byung-hun’s nuanced performance, earning it festival acclaim and multiple awards. Scored 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Sponsored by Loucas & Kathy George

22 November Tuner (2025) cert15 1h 47m

A gifted piano tuner’s heightened hearing draws him into the world of safecracking, setting off a chain of events mixing romance, drama, and danger. With a standout performance by Leo Woodall alongside Dustin Hoffman, the film blends character-driven storytelling with caper elements. Critics praised its fresh premise, engaging performances, and warm humour, earning 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and accolades for its screenplay, making it a smart, entertaining watch.

Sponsored by Alan Neumann, Joiners

20 December Hamnet (2025) cert12 2h 5m

Hamnet follows Agnes, a gifted healer in 16th-century England, whose marriage to William Shakespeare is tested by distance, loss, and the emotional toll of grief, ultimately inspiring one of literature’s greatest plays. The film is praised for Jessie Buckley’s powerful, award-winning performance, Chloé Zhao’s lush, nature-infused visuals, and Max Richter’s evocative score.

Sponsored by Mancave Barbershop

10 January Classic reel-to-reel screening for members only – members will choose the title. 

24 January The Sheep Detectives (2026) certPG 1h 49m

When a shocking event disrupts a flock of sheep’s pastoral life, they set out to solve a mystery normally reserved for the detective novels read to them by their shepherd. Blending humour, heart, and a clever whodunnit premise, it offers a fresh twist on the mystery genre with richly animated animal characters and a stellar voice cast including Hugh Jackman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Patrick Stewart. Praised for its charm, wit, and emotional depth, it earned strong reviews and a 7.4 IMDb rating.

Sponsored by McLaren Leisure Centre

21 February The Christophers (2025) cert15 1h 40m

The Christophers follows the uneasy relationship between an aging, once-renowned painter and a younger artist hired by his scheming children to finish his abandoned series of portraits. What begins as a plot of deception evolves into a sharp, witty character study exploring art, ego, legacy, and unlikely bonds. Viewers may be drawn to its standout chemistry between Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel, razor-sharp dialogue by Ed Solomon, and Steven Soderbergh’s deft, restrained direction.

Sponsored by Lade Inn Poker Players

21 March & 18 April titles to be chosen in January

23 May AGM with film

All screenings subject to availability.

Callander Cinema is screened by Callander Film Society, which has been bringing world-class cinema to Callander since 1976.

2026-27 membership is £35 for all eight screenings, an exclusive classic film and AGM. Members will choose classic and AGM films.

Please bring a membership form to the first screening with cash or cheque or pay by bank transfer (details on the form). Download a form here or pick one up at the Visitor Information Centre or McLaren Leisure Centre.

If you have any questions or to join our mailing list, please contact callanderfilmsociety@gmail.com