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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · 1d

Lovely sharing opinions with Gavin Sunderland in #DCAC following #AHouseofDynamite, @Wshed.bsky.social. Thrilling, unexpected journey before the time running out, 3 different chaotic scenarios took place, with more close-up shots of brass choosing their decisions and fate! Success or failure?!

David standing on the platform with the screening at the back consisting of the image of two air pilots with a safety helmet. In the front of the auditorium, two BSL interpreters sat on.

Gavin holding his microphone on the platform next to Rory the BSL interpreter

Nine of us sitting in the foyer area next to the window on the left and white wall on the right. The double door at the far back is seen

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · 29d

Great turnouts #DCAC @Wshed.bsky.social after watching ‘Deaf’ #Sorda with @hardiewrites. Interesting themes - relationship, family across generation, social norms and most importantly the role of language reflecting the reality of deaf lives within a ‘perfect’ world. Beautifully executed shootings!

Deaf poster featuring sulked face of deaf woman next to his hearing partner with wood framed mounting on the white bricked wall

Nathan with black top and jeans holding a microphone and his mobile standing on the stage. The screening of the image of deaf woman cuddling with her partner in the kitchen. Next to Nathan is a female interpreter wearing red top and grey trouser.

32 of us sitting on the chairs with 4 tables in the room with white and bricked walls. Hands waving that signifies applauding to the film!

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Jul 27

Lovely night #DCAC after watching #MyBeautifulLaundrette marking 40th anniversary @Wshed.bsky.social with controversial themes in British values in the 80s era and fantastic camera work. With @hardiewrites.bsky.social explaining valid points after listening the veteran film director’s remarks!!

Three images - top 2 females speaker and BSL interpreter standing along Rediscovered Cinema screening. Bottom left, male interpreter with the screening of 2 older men being interviewed. The crossed window is behind at the back. Bottom right, old cinema projection with two big reels.

Six (should be seven) mixed deaf and hearing filmgoers holding bottle of air bubbles with Nathon (yellow t-shirt) on the right.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Jul 14

Another interesting discussion throughout the evening #DCAC @Wshed.bsky.social, after watching #HotMilk. The film threw us at the bay to think about the theme/contents - independent, trauma, hardworking care but decent & envy relationship. Thanks to Sarah MacGregor for sharing details with us!

Two female on the stage - black dress with green top jacket on the right and striped jacket on the left, with a big screen including the image of two female bracing together

10 deaf & hearing filmgoers sitting on the chair along with four tables. Glasses drinks sat on the tables. On the left, a large size of the window. Mobile bar service was left on the far right.

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Cinema Rediscovered @cineredis.bsky.social · Jun 10

📣 Calling film exhibitors - Booking for Cinema Rediscovered on Tour is open!

Following its 9th edition, in Bristol, UNESCO City of Film, Cinema Rediscovered (Wed 23 July - Sun 27 July) launches a UK & Ireland tour of highlights celebrating the return of the big screen experience from August 2025.

Six stills featured in the Cinema Rediscovered Touring Programme (L-R): Killer of Sheep, My Beautiful Laundrette, Kalamita, Rita, Sue and Bob Too, I, the Worst of All, The Gold Diggers.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Jun 9

Really enjoyable watching #TheSaltPath #DCAC @Wshed.bsky.social, really moving and decisive journey by the homeless couple with stunning aerial shots on the nature coastal paths. With useful input from Clare Reddington giving us some insight on the reasons for making that amazing film!

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Cinema Rediscovered @cineredis.bsky.social · Jun 6

It's Friday, and We're in Love with our new postcards 😍

They're in @wshed.bsky.social box office for you to pick up - share your selfie with us 📸

#fridayfeeling

Three very cool Cinema Rediscovered x Watershed team members holding Cinema Rediscovered postcards

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · May 13

Enjoyable discussion after watching #parthenope @wshed.bsky.social revealing woman power over sexual attraction, losing a loved one & terrifying but smile journey in a beauty blue sea front in its colourful setting! @hardiewrites.bsky.social giving an aspect of dir.Paolo Sorrentino. Mixed reactions

Nathan with dark clothing giving his short speech next to the BSL interpreter red top standing on the platform behind the screen

13 of us sitting on the chairs with tables. The rear window on the left and white double door at the back with the white wall.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Apr 15

My pleasure!

David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Apr 14

Another good night #DCAC @wshed.bsky.social. A plenty food of thought on #FourMothers. Edward & Alma’s heartfelt relationship and emotional/moving journey to the end! A lovely personal contribution @berniehodges.bsky.social , he admitted that he wasn’t sure about the film but found it entertaining!

In the auditorium, Bernie stands on the platform, with blue top and brown trouser with white trainers. The interpreter wearing green top and blue jean with blue and white flat trainers. The board screen at the back states Deaf Conversations About Cinema : Four Mothers.

Deaf and hearing filmgoers sit on the chairs along with the black tables, whereas pints of drinks are seen, at the rectangular room with brick wall and window on the right. Four framed pictures mounted on the brick wall.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Apr 7

Enjoyable watching the hard core, raw, crime drama, giving more authentic storyline! William and luke Snellin (director) did a great job with amazing cast and crew making this happening! High recommended to watch!!

William Mager @wlmager.bsky.social · Mar 30

REUNION

Episode 1 on Monday 7th April 9pm BBC ONE

Warp Films Ltd and BBC Studios for BBC

Thanks to Oliver Scullion at Harkin and Toth for subtitling this widescreen trailer!

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Fun Palaces @funpalaces.bsky.social · Mar 24

To mark #SignLanguageWeek, check out this video by director @davidellington.bsky.social that Fun Palaces commissioned a few years ago: A-Z Alphabet in the Street.
vimeo.com/453608349
#SLW2025

A-Z Alphabet in the Street - David Ellington

David Ellington, 1000 Tiny Fun Palaces British Sign Language (BSL) Learn alphabet A-Z with sign objects

vimeo.com

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Mar 11

Another good night after the screening of #Mickey17 #DCAC @wshed.bsky.social Mixed reactions during the discussion but this film and views from @TimonSingh
gave us a food of though over social power, human engagement, Bong Joon-Ho’s directing style and behind the production’s story!

David stands on the stage with the screening of Deaf Conversations About Cinema. Some visitors in the auditorium

11 of us sitting on the chairs smile, next to the black round table. Some glasses are sit on the table.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Mar 6

What an evening at Cruzon, Hoxton, London! Enjoyable catch up with new and old faces and watched the premiere screening of Where The Light Get In - tv new moving drama & Chris Baker - comedy drama too!

David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Feb 25

Another lovely, strong discussion over l’m Still Here with political views, fighting for justice, family value with photo, film settings and shooting styles in our #DCAC @wshed.bsky.social With thanks to @ldam.bsky.social for his amazing input. In the end, we smiled!

David stands on the platform and signs to the front of the audience. The screening is at the back stating Deaf Conversations About Cinema: I’m Still Here with a brief introductory explanation.

Lucas holding the microphone stands next to Rory, English-BSL interpreter. The screening at the back titled Deaf Conversations About Cinema : I’m Still Here

18 deaf and hearing people sit on the chairs positioning as a shaped rubgy in the foyer area. On the left bricked wall, 4 framed pictures mount next to the window. The white wall on the right and the double door at the back.

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David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Jan 20

Facing uncertain future, at least we know or expect what lies ahead!
#2025

David Ellington @davidellington.bsky.social · Jan 13

What a night @wshed.bsky.social it marked our 9 years anniversary event - Deaf Convos About Cinema #DCAC. Mixed reactions after watching Nosferatu, so interesting comparing the original and modern films with arts setting, costumes with little visual effects. Thanks to Nathan Hardies for his input!

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Watershed @wshed.bsky.social · Jan 8

Come watch and discuss Nosferatu with us Mon 13 Jan, which will be introduced by Bristolian film critic @hardiewrites.bsky.social. www.watershed.co.uk/whatson/1306...

Deaf Conversations About Cinema: Nosferatu

Join us at the 18:00 DS screening of Nosferatu on Mon 13 Jan which will feature Descriptive Subtitles and an introduction from Nathan Hardie, fellow audience member and Bristolian Film Critic. After t...

www.watershed.co.uk

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