Al Pacino enters the world of gay S&M clubs to hunt a killer in this 40th anniversary screening of William Freidkin's controversial classic.
A police officer goes undercover in the underground S&M gay subculture of New York City to catch a serial killer who is preying on gay men.
A serial killer brutally slays gay men in New York's S&M bars. A young police officer, Steve Burns (Al Pacino), goes undercover to find the murderer. Working almost completely isolated from his department, he has to learn and practice the complex rules and signals of this society. But the work starts changing him.
GASP X QUEER ALL DAYER
GASP! is a film festival that has been born out of a love for horror and film festivals but is frustrated with the lack of diversity within them.
Each year, this three-day festival takes place in Manchester and is dedicated to showcasing new horror, sci-fi, fantasy & thriller films by filmmakers within marginalised communities.
As part of the lead-up to Manchester Pride, GASP! are returning to their home of Cultplex and are teaming up with SCENE Manchester LGBTQ+ Film & TV Festival!
Together we present a day full of queer horror greatness complete with all of what you can expect from the main GASP! Festival including a short film showcase, a mystery queer classic, an anniversary screening and more!
TICKETS
£6 + booking fee for single screening
£20 + booking fee for full day ticket
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Director: William Friedkin
Screenwriters: William Friedkin, Gerald Walker
Talent: Al Pacino, Paul Sorvino, Karen Allen
Country of Origin: United States
Language: English
Release Year: 1980
Accessibility: English captions will be on for the duration of this screening to aid accessibility
More info on venue accessibility, visit Cultplex
Age Rating: 18+
Content guidance:
Sex+nudity: moderate
Violence + gore: Severe
Profanity: Severe
Alcohol, drugs and smoking: moderate
Frightening + intense scenes: Severe
WHY NOT MAKE A NIGHT OF IT?
Manchester is the place to be for pride celebrations. And the city’s hotels are joining the party.
From vibrant parades and dazzling drag shows, to inspiring exhibitions, fabulous film festivals (That’s Us!) and epic parties, the city is ready to celebrate in full force.
When you book to stay over, enjoy exclusive offers and celebrations for SCENE and Pride.the action and enjoy exclusive Pride perks, including:
🔥 Up to 30% off your stay
🍳 Fabulous drag breakfasts & brunches - because glitter goes great with pancakes
🍸 Limited-edition Pride cocktails - sip something special in celebration
🎁 Freebies and surprises - because who doesn’t love a little extra?