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- The MenNo90 Hackney Wick, London
One of the world's premier rock bands for oh, 15 years now, The Men are a Brooklyn quartet who started out more or less as a noise band before gradually incorporating more country and classicc rock elements (but don't worry, we aren't exactly talking Keane here). Here are some greatest hits:
Turn it Around: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dgsP4ErQPo
Another Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xhvcr1-4BT8
Hard Livin', off the last album (this one has an official video!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1bYJSomkqU
Children All Over the World (this one too!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_k72oCau_hU
Tickets here, £16.50 including booking fee. This is at No90 in Hackney Wick, which appears to be a bar by the canal with a couple of sizeable back rooms and a terrace. So, let's meet on an outdoor table (weather permitting) for a pre-drink when the doors open at 8 and head in straight afterwards.
- Fremont (2023): FREE SCREENING!Leander Centre, London
I really wanted to see Fremont when it came out a while back but a combination of timing and circumstances prevented it. But hey, maybe everything does happen for a reason, because it's screening as part of the New X/Deptford Free Film Festival.
Fremont follows a young Afghan refugee living in the small Californian town of Fremont working as an army transaltor as she tackles loneliness and isolation. The film itself is less bleak and more humorous than that though, and look at that gorgeous cinematography! Also, a top supporting cast featuring the currently red hot Jeremy Allen White and part-time critic and movie buff Gregg Turkington.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0XjLYsyIwU
No ticket needed, it's first come first served. So, let's get to the venue a few minutes early (at least 15) and maybe go for one down the road afterwards.
- Who Killed Captain Alex (2010) - YouTubeLink visible for attendees
Made for a budget of under $200 by an amateur film studio in Uganda called Wakiliwoood, Who Killed Captain Alex is a gonzo actioner with cartoonish effects, hilarious voice-over commentary and a ludicrous plot that have catapulted it from obscure beginnings to the pantheon of so-bad-it's-good cult favorites such as The Room.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/BymeLkZ7GqM?si=5aLTKIF5iC2dagJE
We rendezvous online at 7.45pm, everyone presses play at 8 and we chat through a WhatsApp group. A link to the movie and the group will be uploaded 30 minutes before start of the film.
