Bring your knitting, crochet hook, or embroidery hoop and join us on 9 November for a unique screening of Emma! During the film, we’ll keep the lights dimmed and you’re welcome to stitch to your heart’s content – whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out. Everything is welcome: knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle… as long as you’re happy working with your hands. Don’t have your own materials yet? No problem! Before the film, there will be a cosy stall in the foyer with crafting supplies – perfect for beginners who want to join in.

Please note: we’ll keep the auditorium lights gently on, but feel free to bring an extra lamp if you need one.

In collaboration with MaasStitch.

Handsome, clever and rich, 21-year-old Emma Woodhouse is a restless ‘queen bee’ who has lived all her life in the sleepy English village of Highbury. When our story begins, Emma has just discovered the thrill of matchmaking. As would-be lovers mix and mingle at social affairs, misguided assumptions lead to comical missteps and grave social faux pas, with Emma at the centre of them all. Only by coming to terms with her own flaws and mistakes can she navigate the path toward maturity and discover her perfect match, which has been right in front of her all along.

In her touching, funny and beautifully realized feature directorial debut, filmmaker Autumn de Wilde presents a wonderful comedic satire of social class and the challenges of growing up. Anya Taylor-Joy, known from Peaky Blinders and Robbert Eggers’ The Witch, takes on the role of Emma.

Take your knitting, crochet hook, or embroidery hoop with you to the screening on 9 November and join the special Craft Cinema showing of Emma! You can find more information on the special's page.