Awareness / attitudes Archives - Page 21 of 28

The Curzon Project (part of NI Cinema Day)

As part of Film Hub NI Cinema Day we presented the brilliant new short documentary that told the story of The Curzon cinema which operated from 1936 to 1999 on Belfast’s Ormeau Road.

Why we need to talk about Black audiences returning to cinemas

By National

With Black, Asian and other ethnic groups being more likely to die from Covid-19, We Are Parable ask: where are the additional measures and guidelines we need to ensure our audiences are protected and safeguarded when they go to the cinema?

Humanise Community Film Club

A new community group for Liverpool’s Edge Hill district, where audiences can find food, films and solidarity.

Recalibrating your event structure for the online space

By Film Hub Midlands

Designed to champion and spotlight films by women despite the closure of cinemas, the Birds’ Eye View’s Reclaim The Frame team have recalibrated their offering to support new digital and home entertainment releases. Bird’s Eye View’s director-at large Mia Bays explains how.

Why cinema should be part of the arts ecology post-COVID-19

By Film Hub South West

There has been lots of debate about the impact of coronavirus on the film industry, but Mark Cosgrove, cinema curator of the Watershed, has been thinking about the long-term transformative impact of the pandemic on the sector.

Underlining customer safety when re-opening your doors

By Film Hub London

With some cinemas set to re-open in early July, The Bigger Picture spoke to Chris Swney, General Manager of Archlight Cinema, about the considerations and precautions his venue is taking to ensure customer safety.

ICO survey: Reopening cinema the independent way

By Film Hub South East

The Independent Cinema Office has conducted a survey to help us create a picture of the independent sector’s views on industry proposals for reopening cinemas.

COVID-19: Should UK cinemas re-open for business in July?

By National

With the UK government seemingly easing lockdown restrictions and director Christopher Nolan holding fast on his July release date for his action blockbuster Tenet, The Bigger Picture speaks to two industry practitioners about re-opening their doors and maintaining public safety.

Screen25: The Harder They Come screening

South London community cinema Screen25 partnered with the events company We Are Parable to deliver a free and immersive pop-up screening with the aim of engaging with local Black audiences.

Pressing Play: COVID-19 Exhibitor Survey

By National

How have cinemas and programmers reacted to this unprecedented pause on our industry? What happens when we reopen our doors post-COVID-19 outbreak? Audiences and exhibition consultant Jonny Tull has undertaken a short survey of the sector to seek insight into how we may react after restrictions are lifted.