Fancy a film with that added oomph? Discover the most interesting and unique screenings in the capital...
London: vast, diverse, and always ready to surprise you, no matter your thing. In WeLoveCinema's case, it's cinema, which means we've searched for the most interesting and unique film screenings taking place in the capital this week. From exclusive Q&As with some of the world's biggest filmmakers to a cinematic sing-a-long that's sure to make your weekend, there's bound to be something here for everyone…
Performance + Q&A with Producer Sandy Lieberson
When? 18:30, Tuesday 1st October How much? From £9.50 Where? Dalston
What is it?
Brilliantly psychedelic 1970 gangster film Performance, starring Mick Jagger and James Fox, which also happens to be the first feature helmed by legendary British director Nicolas Roeg.
Sounds interesting! What else?
Film producer Sandy Lieberson, who's behind this classic, will attend the screening for a conversation with author Jay Glennie, author of many acclaimed film books – including one on Performance. Click here for tickets and more info.
Children of a Lesser God + Q&A with Director Randa Haines
When? 18:30, Tuesday 1st October How much? From £10.00 Where? South Kensington
What is it?
Children of a Lesser God, directed by Randa Haines and starring William Hurt and Marlee Matlin, is a romantic drama set in a conservative school for the deaf. Matlin won the Academy Award for Best Actress back in 1986 for her role in the film.
Sounds interesting! What else?
Acclaimed director Randa Haines will attend this screening for a Q&A, which will be hosted by fellow filmmaker Imogen Sutton (Daughters of De Beauvoir). Click here for tickets and more info.
Child's Play Double Feature
When? 21:10, Friday 4th October How much? From £12.50 Where? Leicester Square
What is it?
If you've ever felt a hankering to see both Child's Play and Child's Play 2 on the big screen, back to back, now's your chance to do that with a bunch of other likeminded people. Starring Brad Dourif, Alex Vincent, Catherine Hicks, and Chris Sarandon.
Sounds interesting! What else?
The films – which chronicle the murderous rampages of a doll named Chucky – will both be shown on good ol' 35mm. Retro vibes await. Click here for tickets and more info.
Sing-A-Long to The Greatest Showman
When? 12:30, Saturday 5th October How much? From £14.00 Where? Leicester Square
What is it?
A sing-a-long screening of everybody's favourite new musical, The Greatest Showman, at the famous Prince Charles Cinema… and with the lyrics projected onto the screen for all to see!
Sounds interesting! What else?
The screening has its own host, who will guide you through the sing-a-long process to ensure the best possible time is had – plus a free, interactive prop bag. Get ready to (ahem) rewrite the stars. Click here for tickets and more info.
The Third Man + Q&A with Continuity Supervisor Angela Allen
When? 14:00, Sunday 6th October How much? From £11.00 Where? South Kensington
What is it?
Carol Reed's fantastic post-war thriller, The Third Man, with a script by author Graham Greene and featuring unforgettable performances from Joseph Cotten and Orson Welles (who gave us that now infamous “Cuckoo Clock” speech).
Sounds interesting! What else?
This screening will feature a Q&A from continuity supervisor, Angela Allen, who happens to be one of the film's last remaining crew members. Click here for tickets and more info.
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