What we’re about
This is for people who are into new bands and old films, particularly cult and alternative stuff that's relatively affordable. C'mon, do you really want to join two different groups? We also show social online films: we watch something good (and preferably free) online and hang out via WhatsApp while it's on.
We're an open and friendly group, so if you have interesting taste and a willingness to organise people, collar me at an event because I'm looking to build up a group of hosts who are into a diverse range of stuff. In the meantime, if there's something you want to go to, say so in the Discussions and I'll see what I can do.
Three other points: 1) If you want to go to something it's best to book early, these events often sell out (yes, even the movies), 2) If you come to an event and can't find anyone, post on the event page and we'll look for you, and 3) If you can't make it, make sure to change your RSVP to No beforehand because we have a three strikes policy for no shows - as in three strikes and you're out.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sinners (2025) - FREE SCREENINGThe Manor Arms Pub, Mitcham Lane, Streatham, SW16, London
Sinners is the best thing I've seen in the cinema so far this year, the rare example of someone taking on a genre movie with a decent budget and bringing a fresh feel to it. It also has some really interesting things to say about the power of music as well as race and immigration in America, but you don't have to take it on that level if you don't want to.
Twins 'Smoke' and 'Stack' Moore (both played by Michael B. Jordan) have returned from WWI and a successful stint in organised crime in Capone-era Chicago to their hometown in the Mississippi Delta, where they plan to open a juke joint. After securing their talented young cousin as the musical entertainment, they have a barnstorming opening night. But some unwelcome visitors bring horror and death with them on a level they can't comprehend.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKGxHflevuk
This is showing as part of the Streatham Free Film Festival, at The Manor Arms pub. Details here and it's first come, first served from 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Don't be late, it would suck if you didn't make it in!
- Dr Caligari (1989)The Nickel Cinema, London
The Cabinet of Dr Caligari is a landmark of cinema and one of the high points of silent German expessionism. This, however is NOT that movie, but a remake courtesy of 80's underground legend Stephen Sayadian, who transferred the action to a contemporary setting highly influenced by New York's experimental theatre and installation art scenes, and stuck a bunch of camp and erotic elements in, leading it to become a midnight movie favourite.
For those who've seen neither version, this Dr Caligari is a direct descendant of the original and is conducting experiments on patients at her institute, the Caligari Insane Asylum (CIA, geddit?) where she swaps out brain fluids to try and mitigate their more extreme tendencies. Who would have thought anything could go wrong? But it does!
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aFBn8hPugc
Tickets are here. This is on the same night as the Oral Habit gig so we can meet before the movie and grab a drink, maybe around half five, and then I'll be rushing off to Dalston to host that.
- Oral Habit - FREE SHOWThe Shacklewell Arms, London
Brighton threesome Oral Habit play spiky, rocky post-punk and you know what? They're prrr-etty good, and this is a chance to see them before they take that step up to the 2026 festival merry-go-round. This show is a three-band bill that includes School Disco and Hot Face and it's all free of charge!
Here are some songs.
Sauerkraut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdhjkzeyXuU
Music Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kThWSSjaTAY
Annie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8ucSC-qSQE
Details here. Doors open at 7pm and I'll be getting there around 8 - but there's no reason why you shouldn't go earlier if you fancy it! It's Saturday night and there's a Peaches/Daft Punk/Justice-themed club night in the main room afterwards, so we can head in there if people fancy it, or just find somewhere else in Dalston to drink.
- Little Shop of Horrors (1986) - FREE SCREENINGSt Peter's Church Streatham, London
Little Shop of Horrors was a surreal Roger Corman B-movie that was made into a successful musical, which in turn gave rise to this 80's remake, with Rick Moranis as put-upon shop assistant Seymour Krelborn, who begins caring for an unusual plant, only to find himself drawn into a very difficult situation. There are also guest spots from Bill Murray, John Candy and Steve Martin (as a sadistic dentist, taking on a role initially played by Jack Nicholson).
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqFZuR6UzjA
This is showing at St Peter's Church as part of the Streatham Free Film Festival, details here. Make the most of these free shows, they won't be around for much longer! Movie starts at 7.30pm, doors are at 7 and it's first come, first served. We can grab a drink somewhere afterwards if we feel like it.
