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Saluting the Silver Screen
Join critic and author Jane Crowther to learn about the world’s most spectacular cinemas, from Hollywood to Hong Kong.
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Total running time
60min
Introduction
Cinema is the place where all kinds of emotions are felt – heartstrings are tugged, fears exposed and the exuberance of joy at a happy ending. They are a place of communal experience, first dates and strong reactions. They are embedded within our personal and collective memories. That’s why people hate to see cinemas torn down. Silver Screens: Spectacular cinemas from Hollywood to Hong Kong is author and critic Jane Crowther’s celebration of movie houses and drive-ins from around the world. She will join us to discuss the global pleasure of the medium.
Hosted by Hope Hopkinson, podcaster, curator, and Marketing Manager at Picturehouse Cinemas.
How to book
This event is free and open to all.
Booking opens on Thursday 2 October at 10am.
Tickets for LFF for Free events are over-allocated to account for no-shows. Tickets do not guarantee entry and work on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Seating is unallocated unless otherwise stated.
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