British Film Commission teams with BFI, UK government, industry partners on COVID-19 measures
The organisation attracts and supports inward investment in the UK. Source: https://www.screendaily.com/news/
Pat Butler reappointed as Governor of the British Film Institute
The Secretary of State has reappointed Pat Butler as a Governor of the BFI for a period of one year from 18 February 2020 to 17 February 2021. Source: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pat-butler-reappointed-as-governor-of-the-british-film-institute
From a Palace in Burntisland to a pile of rubble after 25 years
The end of an era – and the removal of an eyesore – came in May 2008 on Burntisland High Street. A demolition team moved in to finally knock down the former Palace Cinema which had stood empty on the … Continued
Halladale Film Club enters virtual world as coronavirus halts screenings
For a sparse and far flung community, it is a welcome opportunity to get together regularly. Halladale Film Club’s monthly cinema nights in Strath Halladale Hall bring together residents in the area and are a popular diversion with screenings followed … Continued
How UK indie cinemas are coping with the impact of coronavirus
Indie cinema heads in Glasgow, Nottingham, London and Uckfield reflect on the current crisis… Source: https://www.screendaily.com/
Teens launch ‘mindless football violence’ in mass brawl outside Vue Cinema
THREE teenagers caught up in a bout of ‘mindless football violence’ during an Oxford United match have been ordered to carry out unpaid work. In CCTV footage played to a court of the frenzy nearly 20 football fans were seen to charge … Continued
Coronavirus – Wokingham cinema bans kissing, while Winnersh one keeps a distance
THE Borough’s two cinemas have taken measures to protect movie lovers during the coronavirus crisis. Wokingham’s newest cinema, Everyman, which opened in Elms Field in December, said that it is following official guidance from the UK Cinema Association (UKCA) and … Continued
FULL STEAM AHEAD FOR LUNA CINEMA’S OUTDOOR FILM SEASON
In welcome entertainment news, the Luna Cinema has announced its 2020 season is going ahead this summer. From May to October, film-lovers across the country can choose from over 150 outdoor screenings in some of the UK’s most prestigious and … Continued
Coronavirus: UK ‘lockdown’ as pubs, gyms and restaurants ordered to shut
Downing Street has ordered all pubs, clubs, cafes, restaurants, gyms, leisure centres, cinemas and theatres throughout England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland to close. Source: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/
Boycott Cineworld trends on Twitter as chain ruthlessly lays off staff
A campaign to boycott Cineworld has been making the rounds on Twitter after the popular chain ruthlessly laid off staff amid the coronavirus outbreak. Despite chancellor Rishi Sunak announcing that the government would pay 80 per cent of salary for … Continued