This
elegant costume drama is based on the true story behind the Veuve Clicquot
champagne family and business that began in the late 18th century.
After
her husband’s untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot (Haley Bennett)
flouts convention by assuming the reins of the fledgling wine business they had
nurtured together. Steering the company through political and financial
reversals, she defies her critics and revolutionises the champagne industry to
become one of the world’s first great entrepreneurs. Also starring Tom Sturridge,
Sam Riley and Ben Miles. Dir. Thomas Napper, 1hr 30mins, cert 15.
The screening on Monday 23 September at
7.30pm will be shown with subtitles (ST) for those with hearing loss.
Tickets:
£9.00 (£8.50) + 80p per ticket if booked online