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System Crasher: How Saffron Screen moved screenings onto Facebook Live

When COVID-19 meant that Saffron Screen’s plans for the FAN New Release title System Crasher were cancelled, they moved their event online including guest speakers.

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.

How-To Guides on how exhibitors can continue to engage with audiences during lockdown

By National

The Bigger Picture has compiled a list of useful How-to Guides to help venues continue to engage with their audiences.

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.

Widescreen Weekend 2019

Bradford’s festival of large format cinema sets attendance records with an expanded programme and accessible pricing schemes.

The latest advice and guidance regarding COVID-19

By National

The latest updates and guidance regarding the Covid-19 outbreak for exhibitors and venues.

The impact of COVID-19 on the exhibition industry

By Film Hub South East

The Independent Cinema Office has conducted a survey to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the exhibition industry to understand how cinemas can survive in the immediate crisis and be sustainable following resumption of service.

Cornish Tommies C Fylm

Cornish Tommies is a short film telling the story of a Cornish miner called up to serve in the trenches in World War One.

COVID-19: Online independent title opportunities for FAN members

By Toki Allison

If you’re missing the opportunity to talk to and curate for your audiences, we have some online opportunities that you can use in order to continue engaging with your audience.