A flying saucer lands in Washington and its alien occupant, aided by a robot, demonstrates his intellectual and physical powers as he warns the world of the dangers of war.

This is classic 50s science-fiction film-making at its best, with the minimum of trick work and plenty of conviction.

US 1951 b/w - 92 mins Dir: Robert Wise Cast: Michael Rennie & Patricia Neal

Prior to each screening, a brief introductory talk about the film will be given by local film historians Tony Dalton or Tim Nicholson.

Tickets are £2.50 per person on the door and there is a bar open for the evening performances.