Film

  It’s the start of a new era for the Wanstead Kinema as we start a series of INDOOR screenings (don’t worry, the famous OPEN AIR KINEMA will be carrying on just the same). Our new venue for these indoor screenings is the Wanstead Curtain, the venue we have crafted from the hall at the … Continue reading "Indoor Kinema: The Personal History of David Copperfield"

Come and experience the new venue for the Indoor Kinema, the Wanstead Curtain. 12 Years a Slave With an introduction by Dr Teresa Hagan, we present the extraordinary story of … Continue reading "Indoor Kinema: 12 Years a Slave"

Come and experience the new venue for the Indoor Kinema, the Wanstead Curtain. Romeo + Juliet While Verona Beach crackles to the drama of a family feud, two star-crossed lovers meet … Baz Luhrmann’s interpretation is faithful, joyous and vibrant. (Cert 12A, 1996, 120 min).  

Outdoor family cinema in the gardens of Christ Church, Wanstead – reliably Wanstead’s favourite night out of the year. This year’s presentation is Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Coleman and Paterson Joseph in the musical hit prequel. Bring something to keep you warm and something to sit on – we’ll guide people with chairs towards the … Continue reading "Open Air Kinema: Wonka"

Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a spook-tacular lineup: Sleepy Hollow (Thurs 31st Oct 7:30pm) and Coco (Sat 2nd Nov 6pm).     Sleepy Hollow is Tim Burton’s 1999 gothic supernatural horror … Continue reading "Kinema: Sleepy Hollow"

Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a spook-tacular lineup: Sleepy Hollow (Thurs 31st Oct 7:30pm) and Coco (Sat 2nd Nov 6pm). Doors open from 5pm with a selection of (non-alcoholic) drinks at … Continue reading "Kinema: Coco"