Thurs 16 Feb (13:30)
A rare chance to see Marlene Dietrich in one of the last films she made in Germany before she was spotted by actor/director Josef von Sternberg
2023 Event
Thurs 16 Feb, 2023 (11:40)
Join Ayşe Behçet and Karl Stephan as they discuss the book Charlie’s London: From East Lane to the Limelight – a Chaplin Estate-blessed biography in full-colour graphic comic format.
Thurs 16 Feb, 2023 (09:30)
A comedy coming-of-age film, scripted by Michael Palin for BBC 2’s Screen Two series and inspired in part by his family holiday to a sleepy seaside resort in 1959, during which he first met his future wife.
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (20:30)
With specially recorded introductions from Harry Shearer (Derek Smalls) and Sir Michael Palin, who chose the film as his favourite film comedy, Rob Reiner’s 11 out of 10 deserving mockumentary is a scathing lampoon of every heavy metal band that’s ever taken itself too seriously
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (18:00)
Comedian and Slapstick favourite Lucy Porter and Jane Duffus, author of the What The Frock Book of Funny Women, present and discuss their picks from a new collection of rarely-seen silent comedy films in collaboration with Kino Lober.
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (16:15)
Without the wit, grit and creativity of Exeter-born Fred Karno, the Slapstick Festival itself might not exist.
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (14:00)
In stark contrast to most films made immediately after the Russian Revolution, this is an endearing rom-com filled with likeable characters and some self-effacing insights into the filmmaking process.
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (10:30)
It’s not surprising Walt Disney considered this film the crowning achievement of his long career – it won his studio a record 13 Oscar nominations and five wins, including for best songs.
Tuesday 14th February 2023 (20:00)
Voted the all-time best comedy film in a BBC poll of reviewers in 52 countries and a triple Oscar and Golden Globes winner.
Tuesday 14th February 2023 (14:00)
Screening of the classic fantasy adventure centred on a magical car.