109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku Celebrates 90s British Culture with Special Film Screenings and Talk Show

109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku is hosting “UK Cinema WEEKS with DOMMUNE at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku,” a commemorative project coinciding with the “Tate Museum – YBA & BEYOND 90s British Art that Changed the World” exhibition at the National Art Center, Tokyo. The event will showcase five films and video works reflecting the cultural enthusiasm of 1990s Britain, screened weekly in theaters equipped with the SAION sound system, supervised by Ryuichi Sakamoto.

YBA and the Cultural Landscape of 90s Britain

YBA, short for “Young British Artist,” refers to a trend in British contemporary art that gained prominence in the 1990s. Artists like Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, and Sarah Lucas defined this movement, which the current exhibition at the National Art Center, Tokyo, explores.

Film Schedule and Screenings

The screenings begin with Danny Boyle’s Trainspotting, celebrating its 30th anniversary, and will be shown on 35mm film until Thursday, March 12, 2026. Following Trainspotting, Guy Ritchie’s crime comedy Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels will be screened from March 13th (Friday) to 19th (Thursday). Boyle’s early thriller, Shallow Grave, will then be shown from March 20th (Friday) to 26th (Thursday).

The series will continue with:

• McQueen: Rebel of Fashion (April 27th – May 2nd): A documentary about the life and operate of Alexander McQueen.
• Vivienne Westwood: The Most Powerful Elegance (May 3rd – May 9th): A film showcasing the impact of Vivienne Westwood’s punk and rebellious style.

Special Event: Trainspotting & Lock, Stock Screening and Talk Show

On March 13th, a special event will feature back-to-back screenings of Trainspotting and Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels, followed by a talk show. The discussion will include music critic Soichiro Tanaka, Tsutomu Noda, editor-in-chief of the music magazine ele-king, and Naohiro Ukawa, who presides over DOMMUNE.

109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku: A Premium Viewing Experience

109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku offers an immersive cinematic experience with all-premium seating and high-spec projection equipment. The theaters feature Class A and Class S seating options, with Class S providing wider seats, increased space, electric reclining functions, and side tables with charging devices. The cinema also includes the premium lounge “OVERTURE.” Learn more about the cinema’s features.

The theaters are multipurpose, equipped with a stage, lighting, and audio equipment, allowing for diverse performances beyond film screenings. View theater details.