formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
Articles originating in the United Kingdom
When, a century ago, The Stage reported that Frank Matcham “died suddenly at his home from blood poisoning set up by cutting his fingernails”, it was a bathetic end for a man who – perhaps more than any other – … Continued
Once a hallmark of teenage life in 50s America, the drive-in movie is rolling into the UK. Touring across 11 cities in 12 weeks, @TheDriveIn will pop-up its screens from July 2 until September 27, starting with four days … Continued
Ignore the pushback – the communal audience is the lifeblood of cinema, and we need it back as soon as possible. I don’t know about you, but after spending nine unbroken weeks at home with my children, I feel very … Continued
An abandoned church is set to be transformed into a cinema. Ross Hunter is planning to convert the Darlington Church into Ayr’s answer to the GFT in Glasgow. The director of the Iris arts venue has secured £20,000 from South … Continued
Ireland’s cinemas have lain deserted and shuttered for the past two months. When they eventually reopen, will punters really be eager to share darkened space with strangers? Some leading figures give their thoughts on what happens next… Read more: https://www.businesspost.ie/film/coming-contractions-what-the-future-may-hold-for-cinema-d72a36c3
The Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, has repurposed its airport to create a drive-through cinema. The cinematic experience was planned in conjunction with the Vilnius International Film Festival, as a way to make use of Lithuania’s largest travel hub while its flights … Continued