Castle Cinema, Independent movie theater in Homerton, London, United Kingdom
Description
Castle Cinema is a movie theater in Homerton featuring two screens: a main auditorium with 82 seats and a secondary screen with 27 seats. The venue includes an Art Deco bar with restaurant facilities that can accommodate around 120 people.
History
The building opened as The Castle Electric Theatre in September 1913 and closed in 1958. It reopened in 2017 following a successful crowdfunding campaign that raised funds for its restoration.
Culture
The cinema programs independent films, foreign-language productions, and documentaries alongside mainstream releases. This focus on diverse storytelling shapes how audiences use the space and what kinds of conversations happen inside.
Practical
The venue offers dementia-friendly screenings every second Wednesday at 11 AM, with staff trained to provide adjusted settings for comfort. These sessions welcome all visitors and create a welcoming environment for those who need it.
Did you know?
The building retains its original proscenium arch, curved ceiling, and ornate plasterwork from its opening era. Modern projection technology was incorporated while keeping these historic architectural details intact, blending past and present in the viewing space.
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