The Birds

Psycho was a pretty tough act to follow, but Hitchcock knocked it out of the park with the tense, Technicolor masterpiece The Birds.

It’s easy to see where the ‘Master of Suspense’ accolade comes from, as he turns our innocent feathered friends into horrifying monsters (although, anyone who’s ever had a run in with a gaggle of geese along Birmingham’s canals doesn’t need to be told twice that birds are dangerous).

And where better to screen the original ‘when nature attacks’ movie than the beautiful natural surroundings of Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens.

Before the film we’ll have killer tunes, food and drink, and a few surprises to keep tensions running high. We’ll be joined on the night by the Talking Hitchcock Podcast, offering insights into the film’s towering legacy while you settle in for an unforgettable night.

What are Solidarity tickets?

We recognise that not everyone has equal access to live events and that the cost of entry is a barrier to some people. Solidarity tickets are free tickets available for anyone who needs it. If you're not sure whether that's you, refer to our guide below (thank you to Matchbox Cineclub for sharing this guide).

Solidary tickets are for you if you agree with any of the following statements:

• I frequently stress about meeting basic needs (including food, clothing, housing and transportation) and don’t always achieve them.
• I have debt and it sometimes prohibits me from meeting my basic needs.
• I rent lower-end properties or have unstable housing.
• I sometimes can’t afford public or private transport. If I own a car/have access to a car, I am not always able to afford petrol.
• I am unemployed or underemployed.
• I qualify for government and/or voluntary assistance including: food banks and benefits.
• I have no access to savings.
• I have no or very limited expendable income (expendable income might mean you are able to buy tea or coffee at a shop, go to the cinema or a concert, buy new clothes, books and similar items each month etc.)
• I rarely buy new items because I am unable to afford them.
• I cannot afford a holiday or have the ability to take time off without financial burden.