New Openings

Restaurants and bars worth knowing about

Don't Miss

Events happening soon

• Regency House — A highly anticipated new restaurant opening this summer, led by chef Chris McClurg, set within a boutique hotel that holds a Michelin Key.
• The Dirty Duck Alehouse — Located in Holywood, Co Down, this historic pub features a highly-regarded beer garden that offers a unique blend of history and natural scenery. It has been recently highlighted as one of the best spots in the UK to enjoy a drink outdoors. 10 Oct, The Telegraph Building.
• Tea in a China Cup — A moving drama by Christina Reid that explores memory, family, and tradition in Belfast across three turbulent decades of the city's history. 19 Sept, The Barge.
• OX — A minimalist, Michelin-starred waterside restaurant known for its creative modern British cuisine and stunning views over the River Lagan. 13 Nov, The SSE Arena, Belfast.
• Yügo — A stylish Wellington Street eatery serving traditional Asian cooking with a unique 'Belfast Bushido' attitude and excellent cocktails.
• Six by Nico — A popular dining spot in the Cathedral Quarter famous for its creative, six-course tasting menus that rotate themes every few weeks.

Worth Watching

What to watch this week

• All of a Sudden — A tender and enriching drama by Hamaguchi that examines the relationship between a care home manager and a terminally ill playwright. The film is praised for its philosophical approach to care and systemic change. 5.913/10, 97 min.
• Wildwood — Laika Studios' latest stop-motion animated feature is a fantasy adventure based on the book by Colin Meloy. The film follows a young girl navigating a magical forest outside Portland to rescue her brother, featuring an impressive voice cast including Carey Mulligan and Mahershala Ali. 7.3/10, 59 min.
• Hidari — Keanu Reeves is set to voice the lead character in this ambitious stop-motion samurai epic. The film follows a legendary craftsman seeking revenge after a series of personal tragedies. 7.944/10, 6 min.
• Fatherland — A brisk and beautiful father-daughter drama directed by Paweł Pawlikowski. It features a brilliant performance by Sandra Hüller as she accompanies her father on a ceremonial trip across postwar Germany. 6.237/10, 106 min.
• Eagles of the Republic — The concluding chapter of director Tarik Saleh’s Cairo trilogy, this thriller offers a sharp and angry portrait of censorship and politics in Egypt. It is highlighted as a significant contemporary political thriller. 6.8/10, 128 min.
• Black Zombie — Director Maya Annik Bedward explores the origins of the zombie myth in Haitian culture and Vodou, decolonizing the horror icon from its Westernized, flesh-eating reputation. The documentary premiered at SXSW. 2.7/10, 94 min.
• Horror of Dracula — The classic 1958 Hammer horror film is being restored by Warner Bros. to include three minutes of previously censored footage. This restoration promises to showcase the full intensity of Christopher Lee's iconic performance. 7/10, 80 min.
• Leaving Las Vegas — Returning to cinemas three decades after its release, this bruising story of addiction features an Oscar-winning performance by Nicolas Cage. Director Mike Figgis reflects on the film's radical low-budget production. 7.253/10, 111 min.
• Hen — Directed by György Pálfi, this Hungarian film follows a hen through a surreal and often dark journey. It is noted for its unique blend of absurd comedy and horror. 96 min.
• Tuner — A stylish neo-noir film starring Leo Woodall as a piano tuner who uses his hypersensitive hearing for safecracking. It is a suspenseful exploration of artistic envy and romance. 6/10, 107 min.
• I Love Boosters — Boots Riley's latest comedic crime thriller follows a group of women stealing from a high-end retailer. Despite rave reviews, the film is currently relying on grassroots social media marketing to build its audience. 4.857/10, 105 min.
• Fjord — Directed by Cristian Mungiu, this film examines religious persecution in a Scandinavian setting. While visually spectacular and unnerving, the review notes it suffers from underdeveloped characterisation. 5.5/10, 90 min.
• Parallel Tales — Directed by Asghar Farhadi, this French-language drama stars Isabelle Huppert as an author who begins observing her neighbours for creative inspiration. The film is a meta-fictional experiment exploring themes of artistic voyeurism. 5.628/10, 140 min.
• Legally Blonde — The 2001 classic returns to cinemas for its 25th anniversary. It remains a notable watch for its skilful satire and Reese Witherspoon's iconic performance. 6.811/10, 96 min.
• Akira — A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop. 7.944/10, 124 min.
• Normal — Interim sheriff Ulysses, called to the snowbound town of Normal, MN, uncovers an international criminal conspiracy at the heart of the seemingly quaint whistle-stop when he comes to the aid of a bank-robbing couple caught up in a deadly mess. 7.1/10, 88 min.
• Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu — The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu. 9.5/10, 132 min.
• Karuppu — In a world where justice falters, guardian deity Vettai Karuppu takes the guise of a lawyer to battle a corrupt legal system preying on the powerless. Karuppu blends action, justice, and myth into a gripping supernatural drama. 7.4/10, 153 min.
• Masters of the Universe — After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. 141 min.
• Aakhri Sawal — Vicky, a brilliant but volatile scholar who ignites a national firestorm when he publicly accuses his legendary mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, of institutional bias. What begins as a faculty dispute is quickly hijacked by a sensationalist news anchor and an ambitious political activist, turning a private disagreement into a televised "intellectual trial" watched by millions. 1/10, 150 min.
• Passenger — After a young couple witnesses a gruesome highway accident, they soon realize they did not leave the crash scene alone, as a demonic presence called the Passenger that won't stop until it claims them both turns their van life adventure into a nightmare. 7/10, 94 min.
• Obsession — After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price. 6.5/10, 109 min.
• Backrooms — Directed by Kane Parsons, this YouTube-originated horror film has gained massive online hype. It is finally making its way to the big screen. 10/10, 110 min.