Arnold Schwarzenegger’s sci-fi movie Predator is about to get even creepier with a unique outdoor cinema screening among nature in Birmingham. Among the squawking birds and rustling leaves of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, movie-goers will be able to watch the cult classic in eerie darkness.
It is one of two films being screened over August Bank Holiday weekend at the historic beauty spot in Harborne. The Botanical Gardens has tropical plants and bird houses with exotic creatures similar to that in Predators’ rainforest setting.
The terrifying 1980s action movie for 18-year-olds and over is being shown on Saturday August 26 at the Westbourne Rd venue. It features elite paramilitary leader Arnold Schwarzenegger wading through the Guatemalan jungle to save hostages but thwarted by an alien predator that is hunting his team down.
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There’s a more family-friendly feel on Sunday August 27 when the outdoor cinema screens My Neighbour Totoro. It’s ideal for the lush surroundings as Hayao Miyazaki’s classic anime that follows two young sisters as they befriend magical creatures residing in a nearby forest.
The tale has become more popular since adapted to stage in an award-winning turn by the Royal Shakespeare Company(RSC).
Flatpack Festival and Digbeth’s The Mockingbird Cinema have teamed up with Botanical Gardens for the unique events. Visitors to both movies are also being encouraged to dress up for a cosplay competition over both days.
Stirchley’s Birmingham Brewing Company will be running a pop-up bar at the outdoor cinema. It features their range of Brummie beers but there will also be street food on sale too.
“Come along and watch these gorgeous films under the stars, surrounded by nature – keeping your eyes peeled for sprites of course,” said a Birmingham Botanical Gardens spokesperson. “There’s going to be a bank holiday double bill.
“Cosplay of your favourite Studio Ghibli character for My Neighbour Totoro is welcome with a beautiful bonsai tree on offer for our favourite on the night.”
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Predator screens on Saturday August 26 at 9pm with doors opening at 7.30pm. My Neighbour Totoro screens at 9pm on Sunday August 27 and doors also open 7.30pm. Tickets cost adult £16.50, child £10.50 aged from five to 16. Students and 65+ tickets cost £13.50 and under-fours go free for My Neighbour Totoro.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens is in Westbourne Road, Harborne, Birmingham B15 3TR. For more information and to book, visit website www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk/events.
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