2023 Event, Silent Comedy
The Extraordinary World of Charley Bowers
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
Sat 18th Feb, 2023 (09:30)
Animator, director, producer and Aardman Animations co-founder Peter Lord introduces us to the work of actor, inventor and animator Charley Bowers (1877 - 1946)
Animator, director, producer and Aardman Animations co-founder Peter Lord introduces us to the work of actor, inventor and animator Charley Bowers (1877 - 1946)
Harold Lloyd in Speedy (1928)
2023 Event, Recently Ended, Silent Comedy
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (20:30)
Harold Lloyd’s last great silent masterpiece. Journey back in time to 1920s New York via this Oscar-nominated comedy.
Harold Lloyd’s last great silent masterpiece. Journey back in time to 1920s New York via this Oscar-nominated comedy.
The Scaffold: Live at Talk Of The Town (1969)
2023 Event, Musical Comedy
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (18:00)
With a post-screening chat with members of The Scaffold hosted by Andrew Kelly: Be among the first to view one of the latest finds by TV archaeologist Philip Morris - a live BBC recording of a show of the 1960s Liverpool band The Scaffold
With a post-screening chat with members of The Scaffold hosted by Andrew Kelly: Be among the first to view one of the latest finds by TV archaeologist Philip Morris - a live BBC recording of a show of the 1960s Liverpool band The Scaffold
A Violin Over The Head
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (15:30)
Oliver Double introduces a dazzling array of historic footage featuring routines by comedians, singers, dancers and spesh acts who mixed melody and pratfalls. Include Stanelli and his Hornchestra, Little Tich, the Bill Hall Trio, Lily Morris, and Wilson, Keppel & Betty.
Oliver Double introduces a dazzling array of historic footage featuring routines by comedians, singers, dancers and spesh acts who mixed melody and pratfalls. Include Stanelli and his Hornchestra, Little Tich, the Bill Hall Trio, Lily Morris, and Wilson, Keppel & Betty.
Harry Langdon: Tramp, Tramp, Tramp (1926)
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (13:40)
Made when Harry Langdon was still developing his man-child character with a young scriptwriter called Frank Capra and featuring Joan Crawford in one of her earliest starring roles
Made when Harry Langdon was still developing his man-child character with a young scriptwriter called Frank Capra and featuring Joan Crawford in one of her earliest starring roles
Raymond Griffith: You’d be Surprised (Remastered)
2023 Event
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (11:45)
In a companion to our Live From New York event, the Oscar-winning director, film historian and silent film champion Kevin Brownlow introduces the newly restored Raymond Griffith crime caper.
In a companion to our Live From New York event, the Oscar-winning director, film historian and silent film champion Kevin Brownlow introduces the newly restored Raymond Griffith crime caper.
A Private Function (1984)
2023 Event, Python & Palin
Fri 17th Feb, 2023 (09:30)
With specially recorded introduction from Sir Michael Palin, we continue our 80th birthday salute to comedy legend Sir Michael Palin with one of his personal favourite starring films.
With specially recorded introduction from Sir Michael Palin, we continue our 80th birthday salute to comedy legend Sir Michael Palin with one of his personal favourite starring films.
Silent Comedy Gala Special
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
Thurs 16 Feb, 2023 (20:30)
1924 Buster Keaton At The Double!
Double Bill of The Navigator & Sherlock Jr, with Graeme Garden, Polly Rose & Ensemble ImproCinema, Günter A. Buchwald and percussionist Frank Bockius.
1924 Buster Keaton At The Double!
Double Bill of The Navigator & Sherlock Jr, with Graeme Garden, Polly Rose & Ensemble ImproCinema, Günter A. Buchwald and percussionist Frank Bockius.
Monty Python & The Holy Grail
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Python & Palin
Thurs 16 Feb, 2023 (17:30)
With specially recorded introductions from Sir Michael Palin & John Cleese
With specially recorded introductions from Sir Michael Palin & John Cleese
Free Online Event: Paths to Paradise
2023 Event, Silent Comedy, Special
Thurs 16 Feb, 2023 (15:30)
FREE EVENT Live From New York, With Steve Massa & Ben Model Raymond Griffith in Paths To Paradise
FREE EVENT Live From New York, With Steve Massa & Ben Model Raymond Griffith in Paths To Paradise
I Kiss Your Hand, Madam (1929)
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
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
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
Charlie’s London: A Success Story
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
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.
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.
East Of Ipswich (1987)
2023 Event, Python & Palin
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.
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.
This Is Spinal Tap
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Python & Palin
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
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
Onscreen Wonder Women
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
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.
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.
Fred Karno: The Legend Behind The Laughter
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Silent Comedy
Weds 15 Feb 2023 (16:15)
Without the wit, grit and creativity of Exeter-born Fred Karno, the Slapstick Festival itself might not exist.
Without the wit, grit and creativity of Exeter-born Fred Karno, the Slapstick Festival itself might not exist.
The Cigarette Girl Of Mosselprom (1924)
2023 Event, Silent Comedy
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.
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.
Mary Poppins
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Special
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.
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.
Some Like it Hot
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Special
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.
Voted the all-time best comedy film in a BBC poll of reviewers in 52 countries and a triple Oscar and Golden Globes winner.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
2023 Event, Musical Comedy, Special
Tuesday 14th February 2023 (14:00)
Screening of the classic fantasy adventure centred on a magical car.
Screening of the classic fantasy adventure centred on a magical car.
Slapstick Festival 2022
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Tiswas: The Reunion
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Sat 16th April 2022
8:00pm
Join Bob Carolgees, John Gorman, Sally James and Chris Tarrant as they re-unite on stage to discuss their much-loved show Tiswas.
8:00pm
Join Bob Carolgees, John Gorman, Sally James and Chris Tarrant as they re-unite on stage to discuss their much-loved show Tiswas.
The Big Comedy Bash 2022
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Tuesday 12th April, 8:00pm
Hosted by Al Murray, with Angela Barnes, Rory Bremner, Shazia Mirza
Hosted by Al Murray, with Angela Barnes, Rory Bremner, Shazia Mirza
Trafic (1971)
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Sat 2nd April 2022, 6.00pm
Playtime (1967)
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Sat 2nd April 2022, 2.15pm
Mon Oncle (1958)
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Sat 2nd April 2022, 11.15am
Tati Day: Pass to all 3 films
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Sat 2nd April 2022, 11:15 - 20:20
Our Dear Friend Barry Cryer
Bristol Slapstick Events, Articles, Blog, Slapstick Events & Festival
Hello everyone, As you will no doubt have heard, yesterday we learnt the news that we had lost singular comedy genius and very dear festival friend, Barry Cryer.
Stop Motion Animation – A Timeless Art Form
Articles, Slapstick Events & Festival
For years animation has been one of the most impressive and entertaining disciplines in cinema.
Best of The Best – Chaplin, Keaton, Lloyd
Articles, Blog
Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, Charlie Chaplin. All three began their careers more than a century ago