Science on Screen: The Father

Love films? Curious about the world we live in? Join us and enjoy popular films with a science twist in one of London’s most unusual cinematic locations. 

You’ll also have the chance to hear from leading scientists as they delve into the fascinating themes explored in the films. 

The Father tells the story of an elderly man named Anthony (Anthony Hopkins) with dementia and the impact it has on his life and his relationship with his daughter, Anne (Olivia Coleman). 

The screening will begin with a conversation about dementia research and care. 

Speakers include: 

• Hana Ayoob (chair), Illustrator and science communicator
• Professor Bart De Strooper, Principal Group Leader, Francis Crick Institute
• Dr Richard Oakley, Associate Director of Research and Innovation, Alzheimer's Society
• Penny Fosten, Chief Executive, Arts for Dementia

The event will start promptly at 18:30.

This event is aimed at audiences aged 12 and above.

The event is part of our Science on Screen series. Find out more about other films being shown.

Getting to the Crick 

The Francis Crick Institute is next to St Pancras station and is easy to get to by bus, tube or train. You can find out more about how to get to the Crick on our website. 

Accessibility 

The talk and screening will be subtitled. 

We have limited spaces for wheelchair users. If you need to book one of these spaces or if you have any other questions about accessibility, please email us at engage@crick.ac.uk.