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The Last Projectionist charts the amazing history of UK independent cinema, taking a tour of some of the most magical picture houses in the world. The story centres on The Electric in Birmingham, the oldest working cinema in Britain. From its silent beginnings in 1909; to a news and cartoon cinema during the Second World War; a porn cinema in the 70s and 80s; then saved from demolition and restored to its art deco glory in 2004… Accompanied by unseen archive and beautifully shot in HD, the film goes on to explore the rapid advance of digital cinema and the likely demise of 35mm film.

Director Tom Lawes will participate in a Q&A session following the screening.