In response to the current cost of living crisis, Ely’s very own indie cinema, Babylon Cinema at The Maltings, responds by offering tickets for Film Finds screenings on a ‘Pay What You Can’ basis, in a bid to make cinema more accessible for all.
As the cost of living continues to increase, many of us are having to tighten the purse strings, and leisure activities are usually the first thing to stop. Babylon Arts has long championed creating arts and creative opportunities for all and that ethos continues with the cinema.
“Thanks to funding from the BFI Film Audience Network, we are able to present our new season of Film Finds at a subsidised rate. As a charity we are reliant on ticket income and your donations to ensure that Babylon Cinema at the Maltings can continue, however, we understand that being able to come to the cinema isn’t realistic for some, especially in the current cost-of-living crisis. As such we are using the funding to trial Pay What You Can for the Film Finds supported screenings over the summer and autumn. This means you’re free to pay as much or as little as you can afford” Michael Corley, chief executive of Babylon ARTS said.
“Each screening costs, on average, £350 before we include time spent programming and administering the cinema. Most people pay £8 or £9 for a ticket, as such your ticket and donations are vital to keeping the Babylon Cinema alive.
“By paying for a ticket or donating to Babylon Arts, you will enable us to keep offering the cinema and Pay What You Can screenings, enabling more to experience our wonderful cinema. The Film Finds line-up is a great way to take a chance on something a little different and experience some excellent examples of British Indie, Art House and Foreign films” he said.
The first Film Finds screening of this season are:
Squaring the Circle (The Story of Hipgnosis) – Sunday 6 August, 7.30pm Celebrated photographer, creative director and filmmaker Anton Corbijn’s first feature documentary tells the story of Storm Thorgerson and Aubrey “Po” Powell, the creative geniuses behind the iconic album art design studio, Hipgnosis, responsible for some of the most recognizable album covers of all time.
Pamfir – Thursday 17th August, 7.30pm
*in collaboration with Hospices of Hope
In collaboration with Hospices of Hope. When reformed smuggler Pamfir returns home to his village on the Ukrainian border after working abroad for several years, he’s determined to earn an honest living and set a good example for his beloved teenage son Nazar.
More information and listings can be found at www.babylonarts.org.uk/cinema
Press release from Babylon Arts
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