PPL Ciné Club Aug

Welcome to the latest meeting of the PPL Cinema Club. The Club normally meets on the 3rd Friday of the month  The programme will include one long film and a shorter one.

There are only 30 places available and will be sold on a first come first served basis - Seating is unallocated on the day. Refreshments available £2.00

Friday 21st August 2026 (3rd Friday)

His Girl Friday (1953) starring Cary Grant (colourised version)

His Girl Friday is a fast-paced screwball comedy about Walter Burns, a determined newspaper editor, and his ex-wife, Hildy Johnson, an exceptionally talented reporter. Although Hildy plans to leave journalism and marry insurance salesman Bruce Baldwin, Walter persuades her to cover one final story involving Earl Williams, a man sentenced to death for murder. As Hildy investigates, she uncovers corruption, political manipulation, and the pursuit of sensational headlines. While racing against time to reveal the truth, Walter also schemes to win Hildy back. The film combines witty dialogue, romance, and satire to examine journalism, ambition, ethics, and relationships.

Running time 90 mins.

Followed by One Week (1920) starring Buster Keaton (B&W HD)

One Week follows newlyweds who receive a build-it-yourself house as a wedding gift. After a jealous rival mixes up the numbered instructions, the couple accidentally constructs a wildly crooked and unstable home. Despite a series of comic disasters and inventive mishaps, they remain determined, showcasing Buster Keaton’s inventive physical comedy, resilience, and charm

Running time 30 mins

Additional Information

• Free Parking including disabled space
• No 51 Bus stop approx. 250m away
• Level access and disabled facilities