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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 14m

This Halloween, we bring you CHILDREN OF THE WICKER MAN, the incredible documentary that explores the making of the 1973 horror classic. And we'll be joined by Justin & Dominic Hardy, sons of the film's director Robin Hardy, for a very special Q&A!
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 21h

It's war!
Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch go head to head in their marital meltdown in laugh-out-loud comedy THE ROSES! Also stars Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg, Ncuti Gatwa, and Alison Janney.
Tues 21 October: davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...

David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 5d

Smiles all round for last night's collaborative screening with Croydonites Festival for Black History Month. We showed SALT:DISPERSED and were joined for a very special Q&A with Talawa's CEO Carolyn Forsyth.

David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 6d

For Black History Month 2025 we bring you SUMMER OF SOUL. Did you know that at the same time as Woodstock was breaking new ground in 1969 the Harlem Cultural Festival was also taking place? Well, now you do. And you can watch it in all its glory.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 13d

ONE WEEK TO GO!
For one night only we're partnering with Croydonites Festival to screen the incredible performance of SALT: DISPERSED by @selinathompsonltd.bsky.social for Black History Month.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 14d

Children of The Wicker Man comes to the DLC for a very special Halloween screening, which includes a Q&A with directors Justin and Dominic Hardy, and producer Chris Nunn.
Tickets are available to book NOW! 🎃
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‘An unkind film’: letters reveal rift between director and writer of The Wicker Man

Exclusive: Documents show ‘hostile’ director and ‘self-indulgent’ writer were at loggerheads during production of 1973 cult horror film

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 18d

We're bringing The Hours back to the big screen to celebrate 100 years of Mrs Dalloway. The film follows three women across generations, each affected in their own way by Virginia Woolf's novel. Starring Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore & Nicole Kidman.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 20d

We spoke to @itsmylondon.bsky.social about our vision for the future and the work we're doing to bring the magic of cinema to a more diverse crowd.
www.mylondon.news/whats-on/fil...

Hidden London cinema has £5 tickets and celebrity Q&As

Forced to close in 2011 due to council cuts, the David Lean Cinema has since made a remarkable comeback - it just needs more people to discover it

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 20d

↖️Never be in doubt.
We often hear that people have heard of our cinema, but they're not quite sure where it is.
So, we thought we'd take you the scenic route, from one of South London's busiest railway stations to Croydon's iconic Clocktower. www.instagram.com/p/DPLisOqDS1C/

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 26d

Thought it was safe to get back in the water?
Think again. JAWS is back for it's 50th anniversary.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 27d

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last night's AGM. We discussed our financial performance, exciting upgrades - a new server, screen and audio mixer, and our ambitions for the future. Guests were also treated to a fun film quiz!

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · 28d

Local carers were treated to a private screening of the acclaimed British drama Lollipop.
We've partnered with Croydon Carers to give local carers the space to relax, enjoy a film, and connect with others in our warm and inviting cinema ❤️

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 19

We've partnered with Croydonites to screen Selina Thompson's critically-acclaimed one-woman show about her journey on a cargo ship, retracing the Transatlantic Slave Triange.
Weds 15 October.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 16

It's about to get very, very silly.
Let's face it, we could all do with a good laugh lately, and THE NAKED GUN certainly delivers just that. Kick back for 90mins of pure fun with Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, and a very dodgy snowman.
Tickets: www.davidleancinema.org.uk/listings/

a woman wearing yellow gloves is holding a wooden spoon in front of an oven that says " this oven is disgusting "

ALT: a woman wearing yellow gloves is holding a wooden spoon in front of an oven that says " this oven is disgusting "

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 15

There's just one week left to vote for the David Lean Cinema as Cinema of the Year ❤️
www.bifa.film/coty-vote/

bifa-film.bsky.social @bifa-film.bsky.social · Aug 22

🫵 Your favourite cinema needs you! 🫵

🏆 Voting is now open to decide the nominees of BIFA’s inaugural Cinema of the Year award, supported by @KiaUK

🗳️ Cast your vote here: www.bifa.film/coty-vote

👀 The five nominees will be announced Monday 3 November on BIFA’s socials.

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 12

Your October films are now available to book!
We've got comedies, documentaries, live theatre, animation, and so much more, including a very special partnership with Croydonites Festival.
What's on: www.davidleancinema.org.uk/listings/

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 10

SAVAGES is coming! This charming animation comes from the director who gave us MY LIFE AS A COURGETTE.
Keria and her cousin Selai rescue an orphaned orangutan in a heroic fight against deforestation in Borneo.
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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 9

Meet our publicity manager as she runs us through some of her all-time favourite films, plus the upcoming screening at the DLC she's most excited about.
Check out what's coming up: www.davidleancinema.org.uk/listings/

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 5

Ahem 👀
Our 68-seater cinema is counting on some local love to make it to the finals of @bifa-film.bsky.social's Cinema of the Year award.
If you can spare just a minute or two of your time, we'd be eternally grateful 🥰

bifa-film.bsky.social @bifa-film.bsky.social · Aug 22

🫵 Your favourite cinema needs you! 🫵

🏆 Voting is now open to decide the nominees of BIFA’s inaugural Cinema of the Year award, supported by @KiaUK

🗳️ Cast your vote here: www.bifa.film/coty-vote

👀 The five nominees will be announced Monday 3 November on BIFA’s socials.

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 5

We told you we were closing our doors for some essential maintenance works, and this week the most substantial change took place. The crew from Powell Cinema Engineers delivered and installed our brand-new screen! Our sound equipment has also received an upgrade ✨

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Sep 1

You're invited to join us for our AGM on Monday 22 September at the David Lean Cinema. Please email [email protected] to register your interest and book your place.
The event begins at 7:30 and if you stick around you can take part in our film quiz, too!

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Inside Croydon @insidecroydon.bsky.social · Aug 29

David Lean Cinema's September screenings, plus its AGM insidecroydon.com/2025/08/29/d... #Croydon #Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social

David Lean Cinema’s September screenings, plus its AGM

Visit the post for more.

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Jay King @jay-king-art.bsky.social · Aug 22

Vote vote!
#croydon

David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Aug 22

We are nominated for Cinema of the Year at the British Independent Film Awards, and the winner is decided by YOU! We're counting on some local love for Croydon's independent cinema. If you can spare just a minute to cast your vote for us, we'd be eternally grateful ❤️
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Inside Croydon @insidecroydon.bsky.social · Aug 22

VOTING IS NOW OPEN!!
Croydon's David Lean among nominees for Cinema of the Year insidecroydon.com/2025/08/20/c... #Croydon @davidleancinema.bsky.social @bafta.org

Croydon’s David Lean among nominees for Cinema of the Year

Ronnie Corbett would be soooo proud… the community arts cinema in the town centre is up for a prestigious award, decided by a public vote The David Lean Cinema in the Croydon Clocktower is am…

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David Lean Cinema @davidleancinema.bsky.social · Aug 22

We are nominated for Cinema of the Year at the British Independent Film Awards, and the winner is decided by YOU! We're counting on some local love for Croydon's independent cinema. If you can spare just a minute to cast your vote for us, we'd be eternally grateful ❤️
www.bifa.film/coty-vote/?c...

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