“[‘The Quatermass Xperiment’] had an enormous, enormous impact on me – and it continues to be one of my all-time favourite science-fiction movies”
DOORS: 18:30 | FILM STARTS 18:50
We’re over the moon (pun intended) to present another stellar series of space and sci-fi screenings at the Planetarium at We The Curious for 2025!
Explore the Planetarium’s space gallery before the screening and see if you’re cut out for a life in space, then recline in this unique screening space. As the lights dim, your journey will begin with a tour of the Solar System in a Planetarium star show - the perfect way to set the scene for your film…
With kind permission from Hammer Films, we’re thrilled to bring a 70th anniversary screening of The Quatermass Xperiment to the Planetarium this November. Based on the BBC serial, this chilling story of extraterrestrial threat and body horror was a major influence on cult director John Carpenter, and this digitally restored print will be a treat on the big screen once more for all fans of sci-fi and vintage horror!
About The Film
1955 | PG | 82 mins
Professor Bernard Quatermass has been working on an experimental rocket, but disaster looms when all contact is lost with the three-man crew shortly after lift-off. When the rocket crash-lands in the English countryside, only one crew member is on board, only able to utter “Help me” - but the horror is only just beginning…
Contains mild violence and horror
About The Location
The Planetarium at We The Curious is the Festival’s destination for space and sci-fi films on the big screen. Situated on Millennium Square, the UK’s first 3D Planetarium provides an immersive film experience that will take you out of this world!
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Getting Here
When you arrive at We The Curious, please go to the side entrance of the building, directly behind the Planetarium sphere in Millenium Square, not We The Curious' main entrance. The what3words reference is fonts.frost.couches
Millennium Square Car Park is a safe and secure 24hr car park adjacent to We The Curious. Named by the AA as one of the best places in the UK to park your car, it is an underground car park, open 24 hours a day with on site security.
We The Curious is close to many city centre bus stops. The closest train station is Bristol Temple Meads.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking or using public transport to travel to our events.
Accessibility
The Planetarium is accessed via the entrance on Millennium Square. There is lift access from this point to the Planetarium itself, with level access in the Space Gallery.
If you require a wheelchair space in the Planetarium, please contact us in advance as spaces are limited.
If you are attending an event as a carer for a disabled guest, then you are entitled to free access. Please select the relevant ticket and bring appropriate proof of eligibility such as proof of blue badge, access card, cinema for all card, letter from a professional or evidence of DLA/PIP. If you are uncertain, please contact us.
Subtitles: please contact us if you require a film to be screened with subtitles. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles; however, this varies depending on the film and the notice given.
Venue & Event Information
We cannot guarantee access before the stated doors time on your ticket, so advise you arrive as close to this time as possible.
Please do not consume food or drink not purchased on the premises in the Planetarium.
FAQs
Can I buy food/drink at the venue? Yes - the Planetarium will be running an onsite pop-up bar with a range of drinks and limited snacks.
When is the star show? Immediately prior to your screening, there will be a brief star show in the Planetarium. This will take place at the ‘Film Start’ time above, directly before the main film. Approximate event end times include this star show.
I have a BuyAGift/Red Letter Days/other voucher. How do I redeem this for this event? Head to this page for more information about redeeming Gift Vouchers.
Is my ticket refundable? We operate a no-refunds policy; tickets may be exchanged for event credit to the same value of your ticket up to 48 hours before the start of an event. To request an event credit, please complete our event credit application.