COMING UP – THANET ON FILM WEEK!
Interest in seeing a film about Thanet has been so high that the producers have declared the week beginning February 7th “Thanet On Film week”
Film-maker Christine Tongue says that recent screenings in Ramsgate and Westgate have prompted such interest that additional showings have been arranged in both towns.
“We have been absolutely inundated with enquiries about the film,” Christine said. “It just shows how interested people are in the past, present and future of the isle.”
Screenings in cinemas in Ramsgate and Westgate were packed out, with many people having to be turned away.
“It was really heart-warming to see people turning up in such large numbers at their local cinema,” Christine said. “This is exactly what independent cinemas can do so well – act as a hub for the local community.”
The film will be now shown in the Carlton Cinema, Westgate on Tuesday February 8th and in the Granville Cinema, Ramsgate on Friday February 11th and Saturday 12th at 7.30pm. There will also be a special matinee screening in Ramsgate on Saturday 12th at 2.30pm.
“But if there’s even more demand extra screenings may be arranged,” said Christine.
The film includes vintage footage of Thanet from the 1920s to the 1970s and explores the impact of the decline in seaside holidays on the area.
The film also features interviews with Thanet Council leader Bob Bayford, local MP Laura Sandys, and items on China Gateway and Manston Airport.
It ends by offering a fascinating glimpse at the future for Thanet and asks whether plans for regeneration are likely to materialise.
The screening will be followed by a discussion with the film-makers and a chance for the audience to put their views.
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