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The Victoria Hall is the home of Ellon Cinema which is run entirely by volunteers. The Hall is equipped with its own cinema quality (DCI) digital projector, file server and a 5.1 surround sound system featuring a Dolby CP750 sound processor to allow the screening of recent releases from DCP files only a few weeks after initial release at the main cinemas. The film delivery and cinema support services are provided by Edinburgh based Indy Cinema Group who liaise on our behalf with the film distributor for delivery of encrypted film files, de-encryption keys, accounting and payment of rights fees and delivery of posters. Ellon Cinema volunteers continue to improve where possible and following upgrading the balcony area they have installed 44 acoustic panels specially designed to reduce reverberation thereby, improving the cinema sound experience. A new satellite system has been installed which has allowed the screening of live broadcasts of concerts, plays and ballet as and when these are made available to the team. Films coming upNote: Times shown below are the start of the film programme. Doors open up to 1 hour beforehand
The Lion King (PG)Sunday, 25th August 3 pmFrom Disney Live Action, director Jon Favreau’s all-new “The Lion King” journeys to the African savanna where a future king must overcome betrayal and tragedy to assume his rightful place on Pride Rock. Simba idolises his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny but, not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasas brother and former heir to the throne has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. Run Time: 1hr 58 min Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama Tickets: Click here to buy your tickets
Playmobil: The Movie (U)Saturday, 14th September 3 pmPlaymobil: The Movie takes audiences on an epic comedy adventure through a sprawling imaginative universe in the first-ever feature film inspired by the beloved, award-winning Playmobil role-play toys. Packed with humour and excitement the film combines endearing and hilarious characters, thrilling adventure and breath taking scenery in this originally animated heart-warming tale. When her younger brother Charlie unexpectedly disappears into the magical, animated universe of Playmobil, Marla must go on a quest of a lifetime to bring him home. As she sets off on a fantastic journey across stunning new worlds, Marla teams up with some unlikely and heroic new friends - the smooth-talking food truck driver Del the dashing and charismatic secret agent Rex Dasher a wholehearted misfit robot, an extravagant fairy-godmother and many more. Through their vibrant adventure, Marla and Charlie realize that no matter how life plays out, you can achieve anything when you believe in yourself! Run Time: 1hr 39 min Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Tickets:
Blinded by the Light (12A)Sunday, 15th September 3 pmSet in 1987, during the austere days of Thatcher’s Britain, BLINDED BY THE LIGHT is a joyous, coming-of-age story about a teenager who learns to live life, understand his family and find his own voice through the words and music of Bruce Springsteen. Run Time: 1hr 57 min Genres: Comedy, Drama, Music Tickets:
42nd Street: The Musical (PG)Sunday, 10th November 3 pm42nd Street, the legendary Broadway musical theatre classic, is a ‘glorious’(The Express) and ‘utterly moreish extravaganza of glitz’(The Times). Telling the story of Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer with stars in her eyes who gets her big break on Broadway, this is the largest ever staging of the Tony® Award-winning musical and it was filmed live at the magnificent Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, in the heart of London’s West End. Fresh off the bus from small-town America Peggy is just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy might just have the shot at stardom she’s always dreamed of. Directed by the show author, Mark Bramble, this ‘achingly beautiful revival of an American classic’ (The Telegraph) stars national treasure Bonnie Langford as Dorothy Brock, Tom Lister as Julian Marsh, Clare Halse as Peggy Sawyer and Philip Bertioli as Billy Lawlor, performing with a dazzling tap-dancing and show-stopping ensemble cast. Featuring iconic songs 42nd Street, We’re In The Money, Lullaby Of Broadway, Shuffle Off To Buffalo, Dames and I Only Have Eyes For You, this is pure musical magic on the big screen – entertainment doesn’t get bigger than this! Seating will be 'cabaret' style at tables and the audience is invited to bring along their own refreshments. The usual teas, coffees etc will also be on sale. Run Time: 2hr 21 min including a 10 minute break Genres: Musical show captured live Tickets: Click here to buy your tickets
British Board of Film Classifications (BBFC) - What do they mean?U - Universal: A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. However, it is impossible to predict what might upset a particular child, especially at this lower end of the category range. PG - Parental Guidance: A film that is suitable for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for younger children. A PG film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. Parents should consider whether the content might upset younger or more sensitive children. 12 A: This means that anyone aged 12 or over can go and see the film unaccompanied. The A stands for 'accompanied' and 'advisory'. Children younger than 12 may see the film if they are accompanied by an adult (e.g. someone over the age of 18), who must watch the film with them. 15: 15 rated works are not suitable for children under 15 years of age therefore no-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema (or even buy/rent a '15' rated DVD). 18: For adults. No-one under 18 is allowed to see an 18 film at the cinema or buy/rent an 18 rated DVD. No 18 rated works are suitable for children. |
