MY BEAUTIFUL LAUNDRETTE (Film Feast): 40th Anniversary
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Stephen Frears’ groundbreaking queer classic, pairing romance, politics, and neon flair in Thatcher-era London—served with a thematically curated multi-course meal and wine pairing at NewFest’s 5th annual Film Feast.
Description
Join us for our fifth annual Film Feast and enjoy the 40th anniversary of a queer classic paired with a thematically curated multi-course meal and wine pairing!
Set in the Pakistani community of London, MY BEAUTIFUL LAUNDRETTE follows the fortunes of handsome young Omar (Gordon Warnecke), who takes over a run-down laundrette given to him by his rich uncle. Together with his street-punk friend Johnny (Daniel Day-Lewis), they transform it into a popular, neon-lit palace as their emotions bubble alongside the spin cycles.
Against a backdrop of social and racial tension in Thatcher-era London, Omar and Johnny’s budding relationship blossoms into love with tenderness and passion.
Featuring an Academy Award–nominated screenplay by Hanif Kureishi and deft direction by Stephen Frears, MY BEAUTIFUL LAUNDRETTE remains both timeless and groundbreaking.
MENU
Amuse
Biryani Popcorn (V, GF): green chili, fried onion, puffed basmati rice, biryani masala, cilantro, saffron ghee
First Course
“His Food Stretches Me” (VG, GF)
Pakora: spiced cauliflower fritters, mint pea chutney
Wine Pairing:
Dirler-Cade Cremant d’Alsace Brut Nature Rose 2020
Second Course
“A Ritz Among Launderettes”
Nihari Shepards Pie: lamb nihari, english pea, carrot, chaat masala mash potatoes
Wine Pairing:
Anne Pichon “”Sauvage”” Syrah/Grenache AOP Ventoux 2024
Third Course
“Maybe This Isn’t My World” (V)
Mango Trifle: cardamom sponge cake, vanilla english custard, whipped yogurt, mango, pistachio
Wine Pairing:
Bricco del Sole Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2024
Menu items subject to change, no substitutions.
We will do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions. You will be prompted to share any restrictions or allergies at checkout. Please contact boxoffice@newfest.org with any questions.
Director
Stephen Frears
Writer
Hanif Kureishi
Cast
Gordon Warnecke, Daniel Day-Lewis, Saeed Jaffrey, Roshan Seth, Shirley Anne Field
Showtimes
In-Person
6:45 PM - Nitehawk Prospect Park
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