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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Die Hard

Yes, it's that time of year once again... where friends, family members, work colleagues and strangers on the internet argue over whether or not Die Hard is a Christmas film.

Taking place over Christmas, the repeated references to Santa Claus, and the words "Merry Christmas" being used as a snappy one-line by both the good guys and bad, all should get you in the mood for the holiday season, if not for the fact that seeing John McClane take on Hans Gruber at this time of year is almost as much of an annual tradition as Christmas itself.

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Exploring Cocteau's The Human Voice

Mon. 18 May 2026

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Ahead of the performance on Tuesday evening, a panel of music and film experts explore the Jean Cocteau masterpiece that gave rise to Poulenc’s adaptation, La Voix Humaine.

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Wed. 10 June 2026 — Mon. 15 June 2026

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The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.

The Last Blossom

Mon. 20 April 2026 — Tue. 21 April 2026

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An elderly inmate begins to share his story with the only sign of life in his cell: a flower – which, unexpectedly, talks back. He reflects on his past as a gangster and the meaning of life and love, in this tender anime exploring human conscience.