4 Great Summer Movies Showing at Pálás this August

Over the past few months, we've shared a few suggestions on how to best enjoy a movie night at home. There's been some film recommendations, DIY tips, and heads up on where to get the best equipment, but at the end of the day, we know that no home set-up truly beats a trip to the cinema.

But not everyone will fancy going back to their local franchise's popcorn-strewn carpets or crumb-covered seats.

Maybe you crave the whole experience now, not just the big screen; a chance to sit back with a glass of wine, a good friend, and a great movie — minus the living room sofa.

If you're looking for a theatre that offers the best of worlds, Pálás might be the place for you. With its own bar, tasteful decor, and wide selection of showings, it's become a popular Galway meeting spot in recent years.

Fancy an evening in the city with a difference? Head over to www.palas.ie/now-showing/ to check out their full listing of showings for the coming week.

Here are some of our favourite picks:

Stillwater

From the director of the Oscar-winning hit Spotlight comes this crime drama starring Matt Damon. He plays a father who'll go to any lengths to free his daughter from a French prison, where she's been incarcerated for a murder she claims she didn't commit. Based on the true-crime story of Amanda Knox.

Free Guy

Funny, original, and starring the ever-goofy Ryan Reynolds, Free Guy is the newest adventure-comedy to hit theatres, and it seems to be getting rave reviews too. Taking place in the cyberworld, it follows a bank teller 'who discovers he is actually a background player in an open-world video game (and) decides to become the hero of his own story.'

Bridesmaids

This comedy classic is full of relatable characters and hilarious dialogue, thanks to some amazing performances from a star-packed cast. Follow Annie, a jobless baker and maid of honour to her best friend, as she juggles her wedding planning duties, a budding romance, a new frenemy, and a whole lot of jealousy. 

Even if you've already seen it, this film is prime rewatch material — grab the girls and make a bee-line for Pálás to see it on the big screen on August 28th!

The Blues Brothers

This one's an actual classic. First released in 1980, The Blues Brothers is a musical comedy featuring The Blues Brothers band and some familiar faces like Carrie Fischer and Aretha Franklin. It's about two brothers who get their R&B band back together to save the Catholic home they grew up in. Ideal for those who want to deep dive into some 80s cinema with a real blast from the past.