School of Rock - free for 12-25s - Screening at Deckchair Cinema in Partnership with LAUNCH Darwin!

A special screening – free for 12 to 25s thanks to LAUNCH Darwin.

Directed by Richard Linklater and written by Mike White, this hugely entertaining comedy blends rock music, classroom chaos and underdog momentum into one of the most beloved feel-good films of the 2000s. The story follows an unemployed guitarist who stumbles into a substitute teaching job and gradually realises that his students possess remarkable musical talent. What begins as deception becomes something unexpectedly joyful, as the classroom transforms into a place of confidence, collaboration and creative release.

Jack Black gives the film its driving force, bringing boundless comic energy, musical conviction and surprising warmth to the central role. Joan Cusack and Mike White provide terrific support, while the ensemble of young performers helps give the film its freshness and genuine charm. Its appeal lies in the balance between anarchic humour and emotional sincerity, allowing the story to celebrate individuality, teamwork and the thrill of performance without losing its playful edge.

A commercial hit that later inspired a stage musical and television adaptation, it has endured as a favourite across generations. For audiences seeking a lively, uplifting and music-filled cinema experience, it remains an easy winner on the big screen.