Established in 2013, Cinema Book Club chooses a different book-to-film adaptation each month for discussion in our unique monthly book club. Read the book, then join us for the film and a lively group chat afterwards, led by our hosts Charlene Lydon and Chelsea Morgan Hoffmann in Dublin’s fabulous Light House Cinema.
Based on Anne Fine’s beloved book, Madame Doubtfire, Chris Columbus directs an all-time great performance from Robin Williams – both heartfelt and hilarious.
After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife.
Join us on Monday August 31st at 6.30pm for a screening followed by the usual chats in the Light House bar.
Listen to episodes of our Cinema Book Club podcast. Born from the depths of lockdown, cinema closures couldn’t stop Cinema Book Club from yappin’ about films and books so we created a podcast.
Our home since 2013…Dublin’s Light House Cinema located in Smithfield, a short stroll from the city centre.
A haven for cinephiles, Light House is Dublin’s premiere arthouse cinema, known for its eclectic programme, stylish surroundings and warm, friendly vibe. .
With four beautiful screens and the sharpest cinema technology, not to mention the loveliest team, Light House hosts our monthly screenings and post-screening discussion in their atmospheric underground bar.
Cinema Book Club encourages our members to help keep the literary community thriving by buying their books from a local indie bookshop, new or second-hand or borrow from the library.
Drop in to our friends in Books Upstairs on D’Olier Street and enjoy a 10% discount on your copy of the book when you mention Cinema Book Club at the counter when purchasing the book or use the coupon code CINEMABOOKCLUB10.
Top tip: If you bring your Books Upstairs receipt into Light House you’ll get 10% off your ticket too!
