Fact

FACT is fabulous — its only flaw being that it is in Liverpool and not Belfast! I discovered FACT while visiting friends in Liverpool and it is without a doubt the best cinema I’ve ever been in. It shows a full range of film, both commercial and more obscure or ‘arty’ movies. One of its 4 cinema’s has the best luxury sofa seating ever — it’s so comfy. Plus there is a café/​bar and you can take your wine into the cinema screens to enjoy while you watch your movie. FACT = Foundation for Art and Creative Technology, so it’s not just a cinema, it also has 3 art galleries showing various art exhibitions. FACT is an amazing arts centre — I want one in Belfast :-(

FACT is easily one of the best things Liverpool has to offer, if not THE best thing.
FACT is a combination of cinema, art gallery, exhibition space, bar, café and shop. Yes, all of that.
The cinema is absolutely top notch, it is the best cinema I have ever visited. They show a good mix of both major releases and independent films. You’ll find big blockbusters rubbings shoulders with arthouse movies, or Japanese animation. They even show classics from time to time. Perfect.
The art exhibitions change on a regular basis so it’s hard to specifically review those. My favourite in recent memory is the «History of Music Video» piece they had in, where you could go through the evolution of the medium. I spent ages in here and wrote down a good few obscure artists I hadn’t heard of so I could check them out later. Anyway, the exhibitions are always fantastic and imaginative.
The bar is also much-​loved. It’s a favourite hang-​out spot of mine, even if I’m not in the building for anything else. It doesn’t boast a HUGE range of drinks but the atmosphere is always nice, relaxed and friendly.
The café downstairs is equally as good, especially lately as it’s been re-​done and now offers a bigger selection. I’m especially fond of the different green teas.
Anyway, FACT is a must. It’s essential. It is the heart of Liverpool.