Witness a poignant exploration of love and loss in ‘The Thing with Feathers’, now showing exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas

Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to bring emotionally daring, curated films that touch the audience deeply. Before January ends, Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusively premieres “The Thing With Feathers,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch. This film explores the memories and the present, the resilience of the human heart and spirit, and the horror of grief.

Adding this to its exclusive roster, Ayala Malls Cinemas goes beyond mainstream entertainment to give a premium experience with high-quality stories for viewers who seek depth, enjoyment, and a cinematic experience only at Ayala Malls Cinemas.

A person sitting in a dimly lit room, holding a sketchpad and a pencil, with a contemplative expression. The background features bookshelves and warm lighting.
Benedict Cumberbatch 
Photo Credit: Crystalsky

Starring award-winning actor and global superstar Benedict Cumberbatch, widely known as Marvel’s Doctor Strange, “The Thing With Feathers” is a powerful and emotionally resonant adaptation of Max Porter’s critically acclaimed and award-winning novel Grief Is the Thing with Feathers, a modern literary work known for its raw, poetic exploration of loss, love, and survival. Cumberbatch brings vulnerability, depth, and a poised ferocity to a role that is both humane and haunting.

Experience the motion picture at Ayala Malls Cinemas, where the poetic message and emotional impact leave an inescapably heavy imprint on everyone’s mind. According to “The Thing with Feathers” director Dylan Southern, the book profoundly moved him. He shared, “I loved Max Porter’s novel ‘Grief is the thing with Feathers’ the minute I read it. It was a book I didn’t know I needed. It allowed me to look at my own experiences of grief and bereavement as well as parenthood in a way that unlocked a lot of stuff I’d been carrying around for years.” 

Through films like “The Thing With Feathers,” Ayala Malls Cinemas offers more than cinematic experience but also space for reflection and comfort, bringing stories that capture real people and real pain, shown through film in a way audiences can relate to.

Ayala Malls Cinemas provides an immersive haven where stories come to life, offering free popcorn at select Ayala Malls Cinemas, featuring Dolby Atmos sound, relaxing plush leather seats with spacious legroom, and satisfying snacks for munching between scenes, paired with cool refreshments to quench your thirst during the most thrilling and fun moments of your premium cinema experience, ensuring every patron’s visit is truly memorable and leaves them wanting to come back for more.

Two children standing on a leaf-covered ground in a wooded area. One child is wearing an orange jacket and the other is in a dark coat.
Henry & Richard Boxall as “Boys
Photo Credit: Crystalsky

Watch the trailer here

Movie poster for 'The Thing With Feathers' featuring Benedict Cumberbatch, with a crow-like figure behind him. The poster includes critical acclaim quotes and ticket purchasing information.

SYNOPSIS

Following the death of his wife, a young father’s hold on reality crumbles as a seemingly malign presence begins to stalk him from the shadowy recesses of the apartment he shares with his two young sons.

A dimly lit room with a silhouetted figure resembling a creature, looming over a person standing in front of a cluttered table filled with art supplies and sketches.
(left) Eric Lampaert as “Crow,”  (right) Benedict Cumberbatch as “Dad
Photo Credit: Crystalsky

Let Crow lead you through a story of grief…and hope, exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas, starting January 28. Tickets available at www.sureseats.com

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