Trash

In Stephen Daldry’s new release Trash, three Brazilian street kids uncover a secret at a rubbish dump that leads them to the heart of a political conspiracy. Although it’s not the most daring of premises, Brazil’s latest film, released internationally, charmed critics at last year’s Rome Film Festival, striking an endearing balance between gentle social commentary, lively cinematography and human warmth that Daldry first showcased with Billy Elliot. Of movies coming soon to UK cinemas, this is likely to strike a chord with Slumdog fans. 
The film benefits from a screenplay by Rom-Com stalwart Richard Curtis (Love Actually, Notting Hill), bold performances from its teenage leads (Rickson Tevez, Gabriel Weinstein, Eduardo Luis), and added Hollywood firepower from Martin Sheen (The Departed) and Rooney Mara (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo). Playing at independent cinemas in London from Friday 30th January, Trash film reviews have been a mixed bag but this latest cinema release will undoubtedly showcase a lot of Brazilian spirit. 
A bustling, lively film set against the backdrop of the Rio de Janeiro favelas, most of the dialogue is in Portuguese with subtitles. Trash is a genuinely international production with a sense of social justice at its heart, which promises to be one of the most affirmative films of 2015.

Trash UK release date 6th February: 

Cinemas in London showing Trash 

Central: Where to see Trash in Central London: The Curzon Victoria
Surreptitiously housed in this minimalist, glass-fronted building, the new Curzon Victoria looks more like a private member’s bar than a cinema. Stylishly lit, with spacious seats housed in intimate, comfortable screening rooms, it's a gem that's still relatively unknown. 
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West: Where to see Trash in West London: The Electric, Portobello
A combination of sumptuous red velvet seating (with front row beds!), gilded walls and old-school lamps give Notting iconic cinema a wonderful, time-warped atmosphere.
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South: Where to see Trash in South London: Clapham Picturehouse
With its big screens, modernist décor and bar serving up delicious cocktails, Clapham’s Picturehouse a favourite among Clapham’s boho residents. Snug screens with reclining seats make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon. 
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East: Where to see Trash in East London: The Barbican
The Barbican’s brutalist architecture may divide opinion, but its cinema – which often hosts film festivals and plays old classics – is definitely worth a visit. There is also a generous range of discounts for 16-25s: click here to find out more.
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If none of our suggestions take your fancy, check out the complete listings for cinemas showing Trash in London: Trash film times, London