SLAPSTICK KIDS: THE HAUNTED MANSION (RELAXED SCREENING)
SLAPSTICK KIDS: THE HAUNTED MANSION (RELAXED SCREENING)
Eddie Murphy plays the lead in this comedy send-up of every horror film ever built on the premise of a family thinking they’ve found their dream home only for ghosts and ghouls to get in the way. It’s a Disney production and comes with a PG rating so is suitable for youngsters but anyone especially nervy needs to beware – it picked up multiple awards for its special effects and make-up.
Cast also includes Marsha Thomason (DS Townsend in ITV’s THE BAY) and Terence Stamp
This will be a Relaxed Screening Event
Relaxed screenings
Relaxed screenings are cinema showings that are designed to be more accessible and welcoming for people with additional needs, or those who prefer a more informal setting. Some common features of relaxed screenings include:
- Lighting: The lights are kept on a little lower
- Sound: The sound is kept at a lower volume
- No trailers: There are no trailers or adverts before the film
- Movement: Audience members are welcome to move around, talk, and make noise
- Capacity: The cinema capacity is reduced to allow more space between audience members
- Doors: The cinema doors open early
- Start time: The film starts promptly at the advertised time
Relaxed screenings are intended to help people with autism, dementia, or other neurodiverse conditions. Some say that loudness and sensitivity to sound can impact the cinematic experience for neurodivergent audiences.
Watershed in Bristol is known for its innovative approach to relaxed screenings, which are a regular part of their film schedule.