The Last Projectionist
"As cinema enters a new era, will a century old trade be left behind?"
Originally released in 2012. The Last Projectionist is a documentary film. directed by Thomas Lawes. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
When the UK's oldest working cinema opened in 1909, it took five years to train a projectionist - a century later, it takes less than an hour. The Last Projectionist charts the amazing history of UK independent cinema, taking a tour of some of the most magical picture houses in the world, all centred around The Electric in Birmingham, the oldest working cinema in Britain.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 22, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Electric Flix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Projectionist about?
When the UK's oldest working cinema opened in 1909, it took five years to train a projectionist - a century later, it takes less than an hour. The Last Projectionist charts the amazing history of U...
Who directed The Last Projectionist?
The Last Projectionist was directed by Thomas Lawes.
How long is The Last Projectionist?
The Last Projectionist has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Last Projectionist released?
The Last Projectionist was released on June 22, 2012 in theaters.