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A group of four students come together in classic heist movie fashion (think Reservoir Dogs, because that's what they do) to steal some of the world's rarest books from the special collections room of their college library. Quite why they decided to do this, or why they these juvenile amateur criminals thought they were capable of pulling it off, are just some of the deeper currents that run through this irrepressible thriller that may ostensibly conform to crime film conventions but has a way of telling a story that is very much all its own.
American Animals asserts both that “This is” and “This is Not Based on a True Story” right from the opening titles, making it very clear that doubt is going to play a very big part in what's to come. Credit writer-director Bart Layton with the high-wire narrative risks, his skill as a documentarian providing an unexpected extra level to the film that really increases its emotional power.
What really gives the action its zest and freshness are the performances from the four young leads – mischievous looking star Evan Peters (Quicksilver in the X-Men franchise and a series regular in American Horror Story), the wonderful Irish actor Barry Keoghan (unforgettable in both Dunkirk and The Killing of a Sacred Deer), Blake Jenner (Supergirl and The Edge of Seventeen) and Jared Abrahamson. Each member of the group is distinctive in their own right, but the best scenes are when they come together as a perfectly imperfect gang of thieves. What you see on-screen may or may not be true, but one thing is for sure - our Closing Night Premiere is a modern masterpiece.
- Access Information
Book via the Accessibility team on 0333 320 2836.
Wheelchair users and registered disabled patrons are entitled to one free PA/Carer ticket, to be booked through the Accessibility team – number above (subject to documentation).
Wheelchair users should request a “Platform Access ticket” when booking their chosen screening. This ticket guarantees the disabled patron and their PA a place on the viewing platform for the duration of the screening. The platform is situated at the rear of the courtyard. Spaces are limited.
- Cancellation Policy
No refunds available after purchase
- Duration
116 minutes
- Good To Know
To book for the seats select zone S for price zone. Or go to the Price Zone tab of the seat map and look for the S seats. These seats are £5 more expensive.
What should I bring?
Audiences are welcome to bring their own blankets, small cushions and backrests to sit on.
You can also pre order a blanket and backrest package at the same time as purchasing tickets, to collect at the venue on the night. These are yours to keep after the event.
Alternatively, blankets, backrests and cushions can be purchased on-site for £5.00–£15.00.
For this year there will be a very limited number of seats available for audience members who would prefer a seat. Seats are unallocated and situated at the rear of the courtyard. Audiences should be aware that unless they purchase the seated option for an extra £5 when buying their ticket for the screening, there are no other seats available in the courtyard; chairs, large items or portable furniture, inflatable or otherwise are not allowed. There is no cloakroom onsite.
Weather
The screenings are open air. The audience area is not covered. The screenings will go ahead whatever the weather – come rain or come shine. Please come prepared as no wet weather provisions will be provided.
- Suitable For Children
BBFC certificate pending, '15' rating advised.
- What's It About?
"A riveting college-boy crime caper that speeds along on pure movie-movie adrenalin, before U-turning into a sobering reflection on young male privilege and entitlement."
Guy Lodge, Variety
- Times
Wednesday August, 22nd 2018 from 9:00PM
- Where Do I Go
Somerset House
Covent Garden
Strand
London
WC2R 1LA
