Peter Carter (Niven) is flying back to Britain in a damaged plane after a bombing raid when, facing inevitable death, he radios his final position to an American radio operator (Kim Hunter), with whom he immediately falls in love. However, when he later staggers from the sea very much alive, Carter is confronted by an emissary from heaven (Marius Goring) who informs him that his survival is due to a clerical error, and he must report to heaven right away. A celestial court then convenes to determine whether Carter is allowed a second chance at life and love. 

An utterly unique classic, A Matter of Life and Death is a film bursting with sensational flourishes and highlights Powell and Pressburger’s knack for layering breathtaking visual tricks on top of timeless themes.

Baby Pictures 

Baby Pictures is open to carers and little ones of twelve months and under. As everyone in the cinema is a parent or carer, there’s no need to worry if it gets a little noisy. Everyone understands. Customers not accompanying a baby will be turned away.

The lights are turned up a little bit and the sound is a little softer to create a peaceful environment for you and the baby. It’s just for carers (Mum, Dad, Granny, Granda, whoever it is it looking after the tot) and babies. Up to two adults can come with a baby. Please note: we cannot allow babies over the age of 12 months to come to Baby Pictures.  

If you have any questions about Baby Pictures, please get in touch on qftmanager@qub.ac.uk.

Baby Pictures is supported by Film Hub NI.