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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
JUDY: The Legond Behind the Rainbow (12A)Friday, 1st November 7:30 pmWinter 1968 and showbiz legend Judy Garland arrives in Swinging London to perform a five-week sold-out run at The Talk of the Town. It is 30 years since she shot to global stardom in The Wizard of Oz, but if her voice has weakened, its dramatic intensity has only grown. As she prepares for the show, battles with management, charms musicians and reminisces with friends and adoring fans, her wit and warmth shine through. Even her dreams of love seem undimmed as she embarks on a whirlwind romance with Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband. Featuring some of her best-known songs, the film celebrates the voice, the capacity for love, and the sheer pizzazz of “the world’s greatest entertainer.” Run Time: 1hr 58 min Genres: Bigraphy, Drama, History Tickets: Click here to buy your 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
Abominable (U)Saturday, 16th November 12:30 pmDreamWorks Animation and Pearl Studio’s co-production Abominable takes audiences on an epic 2,000-mile adventure from the streets of Shanghai to the breathtaking Himalayan snowscapes. When teenage Yi encounters a young Yeti on the roof of her apartment building in Shanghai, she and her mischievous friends, Jin and Peng name him “Everest” and embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family at the highest point on Earth. But the trio of friends will have to stay one-step ahead of Burnish, a wealthy man intent on capturing a Yeti, and zoologist Dr. Zara to help Everest get home. Run Time: 1hr 37 min Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Tickets: Click here to buy your tickets
Maleficient: Mistress of Evil(PG)Saturday, 16th November 3 pmMaleficent is back. Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play. Get ready for a whole new adventure with Maleficent and Aurora as they face new threats to the magical land of the Moors. Run Time: 1hr 58 min Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy 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. |
