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Shut Up & Write!® Cardiff
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The Artist's Way Guildford MeetUp Group
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Screenwriting Workshop
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Days' End Films - South East London Filmmakers' Group
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Shut Up & Write!® in [LONDON /WIMBLEDON]
**Coworking for writers in your area!**
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.
When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
**A note about the format**
We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.
For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com).
**Other Important Details:**
Please note we will be sitting upstairs :)
Hampstead Heath Spiritual Gathering & Walk
Our 41st Spiritual Creatives gathering - in person!
Come and join us for a lovely walk and talk around Hampstead Heath.
We are meeting just outside Hampstead Heath station (London Overground train) at 11.00 on Sunday the 22nd of February.
Please note: This is NOT Hampstead Station on the Northern Line! It is the Hampstead HEATH station. The Google link is here:
[https://goo.gl/maps/AJCNoxkKNj6K9Gp77](https://goo.gl/maps/AJCNoxkKNj6K9Gp77)
We will wait for people to arrive until 11.15am and then we will begin walking. If you arrive later, you will only be able to catch up with us at Kenwood House approximately between 12 and 12.30pm. You should be able to find us sitting around as a group having a drink. If the weather permits, you'll find us outside the main café, towards the back. Look for the guy with the multicoloured scarf... that's me!
After a short break of 20-30 minutes, we then walk back through the Heath, taking the long way round to Parliament Hill, and conclude our stroll back to Hampstead Heath overground station around 2 to 2.30pm.
(Please note that you may become so involved in your conversations that you end up losing sight of the main group! Unfortunately, there is no way for you to catch up with us once we have become separated (and we do NOT check our phones for texts or messages during our walk) so please be mindful and conscious to stay with the main group if you want to keep up. Also please bear in mind that Hampstead Heath can be muddy sometimes, so please wear the appropriate shoes).
After returning to Hampstead Heath Overground station, many of our (usually hungry) members like to continue the camaraderie over lunch at one of the local cafés or restaurants. As our group has grown over the years, these gatherings can be quite large, so we usually have to split into smaller parties and explore different venues. Some of our favourite spots are Dominique’s Café (dominiquescafe.co.uk) and Silverberries (silverberry.net), both of which offer a welcoming atmosphere and delicious food. It’s a great way to wind down the walk and continue our conversations.
Spiritual Creatives is a warm-hearted and popular meetup group, as you can see from our ratings and comments!
We hope to meet you then! :-)
Best wishes
Cliff
**Find out more about us at [https://www.spiritualarts.org.uk](https://www.spiritualarts.org.uk/).**
Acting Workshop
We are an informal and friendly group who meet in one of the studios at the Cockpit Theatre to develop our skills and confidence in a relaxed environment. We will go through a few exercises and try out some: improvisation, script work, duologues or monologues, with participants optionally bringing their own material or pieces to work on together. The exercises and things we work on differ from week to week. Beginners are welcome.
The workshop is led by Mark Ramsay, a trained actor with almost 30 years of film and stage experience with assistance from a guest facilitator.
Venue: The Cockpit Theatre, Marylebone, Gateforth St, London NW8 8EH, Studio 3(Upstairs)
**Time: 17:00 to 20:00**
Cost: £7 for the room hire, payable at the venue in cash
**If no longer attending please update RSVP**
BPC meet-up
This is our Beehive Poetry Club meet-up. This is a space to both read poetry that we have felt inspired by and also a chance to have a go at writing something or having a go at a technique. Roughly each week will look like the following:
13.30 - Arrive for coffee + intoduction
13.40 - Poetry reading (anything you may have written or enjoyed reading)
14.20 - coffee break
14.30 Free write or writing activity
15.30 - finish
Romford - (Sunday) SRP Badminton Session All levels (READ DESCRIPTION)
## Details
**PLEASE PAY FOR ANY GUESTS YOU BRING AND PAY BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!!!!**
This is an all levels badminton SRP session hosted by Kevin.O @ Central Park Leisure Centre RM3 9LB.
**Session:** This session has a runtime of 3 hours starting from 12:15 to 15:15 (24 clock format).
**Shuttle type**: The shuttle type used will be feathers (78 Speed RSL No.3/ Yehlex Tournament Grade specifically)
This is a relatively new club so available spots will be limited at first (we have people who join from outside this app.
**How to get there:**
The leisure centre is located directly opposite of five start amateur boxing club down the hill from Lidl.
When you reach the reception please ask for a badminton booking under the organisers name.
From Harold Wood station you take these routes to the bus stop Central park leisure centre (stop GV)
\*\*294 to Noak Hill\*\* \*\*256 to Noak Hill\*\*
From Romford station you can take these routes to the bus stop Chippenham Road (stop HJ): 4 min walk from this bus stop
\*\*174 to Dagnam Park Square/Harold Hill\*\*
From Romford station you can take these routes to the bus stop Gooshays Drive (stop PH): 8 min walk from this bus stop
\*\*496 to Harold wood\*\*
**Payments:** All payments can be made via direct bank transfer here please add **"Your name - SRP Badminton"** as a reference when you send the payment. We have a 24 Hour cancellation policy, if you cancel within 24 hours from game time payment will still have to be made, failure on payments will result in revoked access from future games till its paid off. Please pay for any guests you bring.
**Session Fee:** £11.00 pp (Per Person)
**Account Name:** Bolaji Olakitan
**Account No. :** 75191151
**Sort Code:** 04-00-03
**Bank:** Monzo
The Host will organise people into new pairs before each new game to avoid repetitive games and allow everyone to play as many matches as they can.
Please bring your own racket, appropriate clothing and a refillable water bottle there is an available water fountain and a vending machine.
any questions or concerns please email [[sweatyracketplayers@gmail.com](http://sweatyracketplayers@gmail.com/)]([http://sweatyracketplayer@gmail.com/](http://sweatyracketplayer@gmail.com/)) or text message 07990330521.
🤖🎬 GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE (ALTERNATIVE)
***This Meetup was previously set for Psycho Killer.***
**👋 Hello everyone!** Just a quick update: This Meetup was originally planned for **Psycho Killer**, but unfortunately it was pulled out of the UK release radar, so we are going ahead with **Gore Verbinski’s** new film ***Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die***\*. We hope this movie fits your vibe.\*
The film is a sci-fi action comedy by **Matthew Robinson** **([The Invention of Lying](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhRnmyBjOLs)).** It follows a time traveler who crashes into a classic LA diner, assembling an unlikely team to stop an AI tyrant. So, a bit of a departure from our original plan, nevertheless we hope it’s fun change of direction.
We’ll start things off with a meet and drinks at the **Victory House Bar Leicester Square** before proceeding to **Cineworld (Screen 7).** We will be sitting in row **A6-A7** if you would like to sit with us. After the film we will have a brief **[Letterboxd Page](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/).**
**Let’s Brace ourselves for this thrilling new ride.**
**See you guys at the meet up.**
**Jonny & Dar**
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👉 **HEADS UP**
* If you ***sign up*** but later can’t make it, **please** 🙏 **drop me a quick message** (or change your RSVP) — And follow me **[@jonnyhideout](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/)** or our club **[@thehideoutmax](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/)** on **Instagram** — for fun updates!
🗓 **SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN**
* **6:30 PM:** Drinks (Victory House Wine Bar)
* **7:40 PM:** Cineworld Leicester Square (Screen 5)
* **10:15 PM:** Review
📱**STAY CONNECTED**
* Join our **WhatsApp** or **Telegram groups** (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk)** for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer!
🎬 **PLOT DETAILS**
* A "Man From the Future" arrives at a diner in Los Angeles where he must recruit the precise combination of disgruntled patrons to join him on a one-night quest to save the world from the terminal threat of a rogue artificial intelligence. [Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nm4WbapDzDQ)
🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES**
* **Price:** From £15:00
* **Members Price**: From £0:00
* **Tickets**: [Cineworld Leicester Square](https://experience.cineworld.co.uk/select-tickets?sitecode=103&site=098&id=112047&lang=en)
📍**VENUE ADDRESS**
* **Victory House Wine Bar:** 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ
* **Cineworld Leicester Square:** 5-6 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7NA
🔊 **HOW WE ROLL**
* Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
* Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
* This group is for over-18s only
🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE**
* [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/)
* [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/)
* [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V)
* [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk)
* [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8lKPsVlDHcEnh3N6G6MQsw)
* [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/hideoutmax)
* [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehideoutlondon)
* [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jonnyhideout/) (Jonny)
* [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout)
🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS**
* [Movie Roadhouse London](https://www.meetup.com/movieroadhouse)
* [Cosmic Nightmares Book Club London](https://www.meetup.com/cosmicnightmareslondon)
Scriptwriting Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
(❁´◡`❁) Chinese New Year 2026 Street Photography (❁´◡`❁)
Join us in Chinatown and capture great street photography along with the vibrant colours of Chinese New Year.
You will be given some tips and then set a series of challenges to help build your confidence when shooting street photography. This will include composition to help you add character and depth to your images.
EXPERIENCE
Beginner/Refresher
EQUIPMENT:
* Any camera
* 18-55, 24-70mm, etc.
OTHER ESSENTIALS
* Warm and waterproof clothing
* A fun and experimental attitude!
TRAVEL
* Check the TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey
CONTACT
* Alex 07956 264049
MONTHLY EVENTS
https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar
How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say
🔵 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE £4.50 ONLY
🔴 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE £9.50 ONLY
🟢 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE £15.0
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO BUY TICKETS - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978232262951
In this workshop Ryan explains how conversations function, how to make them flow with brain training exercises that can be practiced to get sharper at conversations. This also helps conversations to be more engaging for everyone involved including yourself.
🟡 - Get rid of awkward silences in your conversations
🟤 - Make your conversations flow smoothly
⚪ - Make your conversations more engaging for everyone involved including yourself
🔴 - Indirectly benefit other areas of your social skills because if you’re not thinking about how to keep the
🟢 - conversation flowing you have more free thinking space to focus on other areas like humour or body language
🔴- Decrease your nervousness in social situations as often nervousness comes from not knowing what to say
🟣 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills
🟡 - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together
Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website https://www.socialshortcuts.com
After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one.
🟢Workshop happening after this:
🟠 Creating Or Joining A Social Circle Workshop
Sun, March 1, 2026, 5:45 PM - IN LONDON
Click to purchase ticket - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-or-joining-a-social-circle-workshop-tickets-1978232282008
In this workshop Ryan explains how to easily expand, create or join a social circle with the kind of people you want to hang out with plus how to maintain it long term. Ryan also gives some brain training exercises to sharpen your conversation skills to make conversations flow.
🟡 - How social circles function
🟤 - How modern society changes the dynamics of a social circle
⚪ - How to add to your existing social circle if you have one
🔴 - How to build a completely new social circle
🟢 - How to join one that’s already existing
🔴- Ways to make sure you hang out with the types of people you want to
🟣 - How to maintain your social circle over time
🟡 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at holding & maintaining conversation
In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London.
For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
✉ Ryan: info@socialshortcuts.com
✉ Gabriel: gabrielsocialshortcuts@gmail.com
OTHER EVENTS LINED UP
🟡 Developing Humor And Quick Thinking In Social Situations
🟢 Persuasion Workshop
🟤 How To Manage Emotions Workshop
5 minute documentary on our workshops - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlbCYdeaws
We have a score of 4.9 out 5 on Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/socialshortcuts.com
Our WhatsApp chat where we discuss social skill, give updates about our events & you can ask questions - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FuT9gAwf9oMKACjbWFLmxk
For one to one coaching on social skills and also our free trial session - [
http://www.socialshortcuts.com
We have over 180000 followers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@socialshortcuts.com
Our video courses - [https://social-shortcuts.teachable.com/p/conversation-course
DISCLAIMER
This workshop is intended for educational and or entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical condition.
Follow us on the sites below also:
http://www.socialshortcuts.com
http://www.youtube.com/c/socialshortcuts
http://www.facebook.com/socialshortcutsofficial
http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts
🟣 Mary Kay Ash
🟤 Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ‘Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life
Sunday Afternoon Tea and a Film
SCIENTOLOGY **TOOLS** **FOR LIFE**
What if you had simple tools which you could use to improve your relationship with others?
What if a step-by-step procedure could help you achieve your goals in life?
What if you could learn the secret to mastering any subject you
wanted to master?
Come and find out!
Virtual Event : The Breach
Currently on the app ' Arte' is this wonderful dramatic thriller also known as La Rapture from esteemed director Chabrol.
When Charles, sometimes junkie, injures his young son Michel in a fit of rage his wife Helene becomes frightened and leaves him.
A most brilliant thriller although a little bonkers this film marks a departure from Chabrol's usual style although retains an attack on the bourgeois family.
Made in 1970 and lasts 125 mins.
In French with English subtitles.
The Ultimate Creation
**Welcome to The Ultimate Creation — where imagination meets the unimagined.**
Each team will receive a phrase, a mysterious object, and some materials — enough to experiment, imagine, and see how they can work together. How you combine and interpret them is up to you — a little imagination, a little spontaneity, and a touch of daring go a long way. You and your team will have a chance to showcase what you’ve created and make the case for why it should be the Ultimate Creation.
Step in for an afternoon of creativity, experimentation, and unexpected turns.
**The Ultimate Creation Trophy awaits — can you make it yours?**
**Event Schedule:**
* **3:30–4:30 PM —** 👥 **Arrival & Mingling**
Arrive, settle in, and start meeting other people.
* **4:30–6:30 PM —** 🔮 **The Ultimate Creation**
The challenge begins. Ideas take shape, materials come together, and creations emerge.
**6:30–7:30 PM —** ✨ **Chill & Vibe**
Keep the day going and enjoy the people around you.
**Event details:**
* **Where:** The Hydrant, London EC3R 8BG We’ve got our own space for the day!
* **When:** The event runs from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Please arrive by 4:30PM to start with the rest of the group and experience the Ultimate Creation challenge from the beginning.
**Why You Should Join:**
At CrewHaus, **we don’t just talk about connection – we make it happen.** Come experience it for yourself in a stimulating, fun, and safe environment.
Don’t worry about coming by yourself – it’s encouraged (and the purpose of this event!)
**Stay connected beyond the event!**
📸 Follow our **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/the_crewhaus/)** page to catch the highlights, stories, and event updates.
💬 Join our **[WhatsApp community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lcorasf3ocUBFmBmhXeHho)** for updates and announcements.
**Community Guidelines:**
We’re all about good vibes and real connections. We ask that everyone treats each other with kindness, respect, and an open mind. It's simple: be cool, be yourself, and let others do the same. Let’s keep it fun, welcoming, and awesome for everyone!
What reality do you want to live in?
Join me for a great presentation with wonderful slides which helps to show us how our thoughts and views shape our reality. We will be delving into neuroscience, psychology and the environmental factors which shape our reality.
Master the Art of Communication
Welcome to our **Free Event - Master the Art of Communication**!
Join us at the Church of Scientology **Life Improvement Centre** to learn valuable basics of communication and skills that will help you in both your personal and professional life.
During this event, you will learn
some fundamentals of communication - what is it,
what are the vital parts of the communication formula....
and have the opportunity to participate in these new skills.
Hear from trained and experienced communicators, and practice communication techniques in a supportive environment.
Whether you struggle with public speaking, conflict resolution, or simply want to improve your relationships, this is for you!
Come and discover the power of knowledge and how to achieve effective communication.
Find out how you could guide and control communication in your life!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your communication abilities and connect with like-minded individuals. We look forward to seeing you here!
Scriptwriting Events Near You
Connect with your local Scriptwriting community
Shut Up & Write!® Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator.
Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking!
• What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
12:00 - quick intros.
12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you!
• What to bring
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible.
See you at The Café on Sunday!
Shut Up & Write!™ Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator.
Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking!
• What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros.
10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you!
• What to bring
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible.
See you at The Café on Saturday!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington.
The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo.
Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine.
We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you.
The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly.
Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome.
The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit.
Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times.
Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have.
Happy writing!
Oscar International Nominee: SIRAT at the Gateway Film Center
Join us as we get together to see SIRAT, an Oscar-nominated Best International Film from Spain that follows a father, accompanied by his son, goes looking for his missing daughter in North Africa. Here’s a description, trailer and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: A father, accompanied by his son arrive at a rave deep in the mountains of southern Morocco while searching for his daughter who vanished months ago at one of these endless, sleepless parties. As their search continues, the journey forces them to confront their own limits. The film is directed by Oliver Laxe and stars Sergi Lopez, Bruno Nunez Arjona and Richard Bellamy.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww-IXHXvS70
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: SIRAT has already won numerous awards, including 4 at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, along with the Chicago, Montclair and Toronto International Film Festivals! It also earned a whopping 11 nominations at the 40th Goya Awards, including Best Film and Director, and was nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Sound at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is earning a stellar 92% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes which calls it “an unforgettable exercise in tension” and “a brutal reminder that the journey can be more important than the destination.”
PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will confirm/announce details as the date gets closer. Once showtime is confirmed, advance purchase (via GFC website preferred) is advised! Once you have your ticket, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event.
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Thursday Night Preview: THE BRIDE at the Gateway Film Center!
Join us as we get together to see the period drama / classic monster movie, THE BRIDE! The film is written/directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in a new take on the classic tale, The Bride of Frankenstein. We'll be seeing this one on Thurs, 3/5 one day ahead of the film's opening on Friday. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein's creature asks Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. They give life to a murdered woman as "the Bride," sparking romance, police interest and radical social change. It is written, directed and co-produced by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-qJkAXLfYM
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night!
PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and we’ll meet inside the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm. Advance ticket purchase is advised (via Gateway website preferred). Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show bite at Cazuela’s next door at 5:30pm. Please arrive by 5:30pm and ask for the Movie Group!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Il Sorpasso (The Easy Life)
A classic Italian road comedy that was so good the film ministry recognized it as "culturally significant." Starring Vittorio Gassman and Jean-Louis Trintignant, the film shows that for young men in love the rules of the road are only suggestions. And the rules for love? Hey, this is an Italian picture! Oh to be young and filled with joie de vivre or la dolce vita.
A french/italian fun filled movie with a surprising twist at the end.
Do you have a fun memory from your youth?
Location TBD, but it will be in person for sure!
Fun Friday: EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT at Lennox Phoenix Theater!
Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley!
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k
BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!”
PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan










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