Event Pictures
Venue Pictures
This is a high-definition screening of Creature, a contemporary dance production by choreographer Akram Khan, based on the English National Ballet staging. Blending dance and film, it reworks themes from Frankenstein into a darker, modern setting.

Creature is a contemporary dance work inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, presented here as a filmed version of the English National Ballet production. The story is set in a dilapidated Arctic research station, where a humanoid figure becomes the subject of experimentation.

The narrative follows the relationship between the Creature and Marie, a cleaner who shows him compassion. Their connection unfolds under the pressure of authority and control, shaping a story centered on isolation, power, and the search for belonging.

This filmed adaptation is directed by Asif Kapadia, combining choreography and cinematic techniques into a single viewing experience.

A chance to see a full-length contemporary dance production in cinema format, combining stage choreography with film direction. Suitable for audiences interested in dance works with a narrative structure and visual focus.
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