A unique collection of rarely seen photographs showing stars such as Judy Garland and Laurence Olivier making some of British Cinema’s most-loved films can be seen for the first time.
The photographs show actors – also including Sophia Loren and Peter Sellers – on set preparing for shooting or relaxing between takes. They capture behind the scenes in Judy Garland’s last film, child stars rehearsing while making Oliver! and the cast of Richard III sweltering in full armour while shooting in Spain.
The collection of pictures belonged to Pamela Davies, one of the foremost...
Filmmakers, adventurers, thrill seekers and silver screen starlets are invited to take part in Exeter’s 11th annual 48 Hour Film Challenge to write, shoot and edit a 3 minute film in just 48 hours.
This year’s best films will be shown on the big screen at Exeter Phoenix during a special screening at the annual Two Short Nights Film Festival (30 Nov – 2 Dec).
The unusual format of the 48Hour Film Challenge creates an opportunity for creative discovery. With a common theme, last year’s teams produced a diverse collection of films with titles like For a Few Likes More, Love...
Audiences will once again be able to immerse themselves in the wonders of the ocean without getting their feet wet, as the Ocean Film Festival World Tour returns to Exeter next month.
The tour is bringing a collection of the newest and most mesmerising ocean films to Exeter Corn Exchange on Friday 8 September.
Get up close and personal with the world’s weirdest marine creatures, witness rarely seen footage of the least-explored depths of the planet, and meet the unique characters who dedicate their lives to the sea’s salt spray – all on the big screen!
Exeter’s largest outdoor cinema returns to Northernhay Gardens for 2017.
This year’s Big Screen In the Park line up will treat locals and holidaymakers to cult classics, family favourites and new releases over seven summer evenings.
Mon 7 Aug – Four Weddings And A Funeral Tue 8 Aug – Monsters, Inc. Wed 9 Aug – Psycho Thu 10 Aug – Hunt For The Wilderpeople Fri 11 Aug – Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Sat 12 Aug – La La Land Sun 13 Aug – Donnie Darko
Visitors are welcome bring blankets and picnics, but can also upgrade to a deck chair or prebook a feast for two, with a...
Thank you to everyone who entered this competition.
The correct answer to the question 'Who composed the famous Jaws theme tune?' is of course John Williams.
The winner chosen at random from the correct entries is Jane Laird - congratulations!
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San Miguel has partnered exclusively with Picturehouse for its Pop-Up Cinema series this summer and will be bringing 39 classic films to stunning outdoor locations across the land.
This weekend sees Picturehouse come to Exeter, with screenings of classics Jaws (...
The San Miguel Picturehouse Pop-Up comes Double Locks, Exeter for a weekend of outdoor cinema.
The screenings take place in the open, with a limited number of deckchairs available on a first come first served basis. There will also be cardboard ‘bumbox’ seating available for sale but feel free to bring along small picnic chairs – however these must be placed towards the rear of the cinema area.
This is a fully licensed and catered event so no alcohol, food and drink is to be brought in from outside.
Double Locks will provide full bar and catering facilities....
250 cinemas are hosting dedicated autism friendly cinema screenings this month right across the UK in partnership with Dimensions, a national not-for-profit support provider for people with learning disabilities and autism. The complete listing of locations is in ‘notes to the editor’ below for ease of reference.
Cineworld cinemas show their autism friendly screening on the first Sunday of every month. Their next showing is Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2 on Sunday 7th May at 11am.
Showcase cinemas show their autism friendly screening on the second Sunday of every month....
This week Exeter Phoenix announced the winners of its 2017 film commissions. Over the last three months, ideas for new short films and artist moving image work have been streaming in from all over the South West. The final six filmmakers have now been selected by a panel of industry experts to receive a share of over £10,000 worth of support from Exeter Phoenix and make their ideas a reality. The winning concepts include surrealist comedies, dramatic portraits of human endeavor and mental health, innovative animation, and artist moving image work exploring hybrid bodies.
Dartmoor’s stunning landscape, ever changing weather and fascinating folklore is an inspiration for many film makers and this year it has again worked its magic on 13 young people aged between 8 and 16 from the Buckfastleigh area.
Working with Jellyfish Productions, as part of Dartmoor National Park’s Naturally Healthy Project, the young film makers have created two incredible, atmospheric and spirited short films My Dear Mother & The Old Church Mystery.
The Old Church Mystery made by 5 young people aged 8 – 12 was inspired by the location of the Holy Trinity Church...
Big Screen in the Park returns to Exeter this summer with not five, but six nights of cinematic magic under the stars.
A different film will be showing on each of the six nights in Northernhay Gardens, from 9-14 August.
With Mexican street food, local ale and ciders and delicious coffees from the BikeCaffe, grab your friends and celebrate the biggest Exeter Big Screen in The Park ever.
Gates open at 7.30pm with films starting at 9pm daily.
Tickets are £5 in advance or £6 on the gate. It costs an additional £1 to bring your own chair chair.
