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Penelope & Jane: A Polar Love Story + Q&A

Name: Penelope & Jane: A Polar Love Story + Q&A
Start: 2026-10-11T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-11T14:00:00+01:00

Duration: 1h8m + 30m Q&A

Dates: Sun 11 Oct 2026 14:00

DCA welcomes director Ashley Francis-Roy for a Q&A discussion after the film.

Penelope & Jane: A Polar Love Story revisits Captain Scott’s legendary Antarctic expedition through the diary of Terra Nova officer Harry Pennell, revealing intimate declarations of love and friendship with fellow officer Edward Atkinson.

Directed by Bafta-winner Ashley Francis-Roy, the film blends archive, interviews and scripted drama to explore a relationship that challenges our assumptions about masculinity, sexuality and affection in the early 20th century.

Director: Ashley Francis-Roy

Country: UK

Year: 2026 

Duration: 1h8m + approx. 30m Q&A

Certificate: 15

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Pricing

All day: £10

Concessions*

Over 60s: £8

Students and under 21s: £7

Claimants (Jobseekers Allowance,
Adult Disability Payment,
Housing Benefit): £5

Duration:  1h 39m + 30m Q&A

Fri 18 Sep 2026

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