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Kent schoolboy favourite to win Oscar

Kent schoolboy favourite to win Oscar

24 February 2023

A cinematographer who grew up in the county picked up a prestigious award at the BAFTAs for his work on a Netflix epic.

What to do with your kids while the teachers are on strike

What to do with your kids while the teachers are on strike

31 January 2023

Wondering how on earth you’re going to keep your kids busy while the schools are shut? We’ve got you covered with some great days out.

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Oscar nomination for star-studded movie filmed in Kent

Oscar nomination for star-studded movie filmed in Kent

24 January 2023

A movie filmed on the Kent coast has been nominated for an Academy Award.

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See world-class theatre at your local cinema

See world-class theatre at your local cinema

21 January 2023

The National Theatre is broadcasting a live performance of The Crucible at Kent cinemas - find your nearest screening and how to book tickets.

'The beauty of Margate sustained us every day'

'The beauty of Margate sustained us every day'

08 January 2023

Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes spoke fondly of Kent as the stars of his latest film gathered at a small cinema for a special screening.

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How town became the star in hit movie

How town became the star in hit movie

06 January 2023

As Sam Mendes' latest acclaimed movie hits the big screen this month, we look back at how one Kent town was transformed for the production.

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Film fans to tour Kent movie set at special screening

Film fans to tour Kent movie set at special screening

03 January 2023

Cinemagoers will be able to tour the set of a Hollywood movie shot on the Kent coast following a special screening.

Banish Blue Monday with these fun things to do

Banish Blue Monday with these fun things to do

02 January 2023

Enjoy a night at the theatre or join a free painting class - just some of the ways to help keep the blues at bay on the gloomiest day of the year.

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From school in the Towns to major hit movie

From school in the Towns to major hit movie

28 December 2022

An 11-year-old dancer has made his big screen debut starring alongside top actress Emma Thompson.

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Cinema to screen festive favourites for £5

Cinema to screen festive favourites for £5

09 December 2022

Families can watch their favourite Christmas films, including Elf, Home Alone and Love Actually, for a reduced price this December.

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Watch your favourite festive films on the big screen

Watch your favourite festive films on the big screen

24 November 2022

Grab the popcorn and enjoy Christmas classics such as Home Alone and the Muppet Christmas Carol at these seasonal film screenings.

Trailer released for new series filmed in Kent

Trailer released for new series filmed in Kent

27 October 2022

A television drama written and based in Kent is set to return to the small screen for its second series.

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Drive-in cinema to return to Bluewater

Drive-in cinema to return to Bluewater

18 October 2022

A popular drive-in cinema is set to return this festive season, showing Christmas favourites such as It's a Wonderful Life and Elf.

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Hollywood movie shot in Kent slammed as 'half-baked'

Hollywood movie shot in Kent slammed as 'half-baked'

12 October 2022

A new movie starring Olivia Colman which was filmed in Kent has been slammed as "confused" and "half-baked" following its premiere in London.

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Bid for town's first cinema in 53 years dashed

Bid for town's first cinema in 53 years dashed

09 October 2022

Ambitious plans for a town to have its own cinema for the first time since the 1960s have been abandoned - after no suitable location could be found.

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Elvis outdoor cinema tour announced for next summer

Elvis outdoor cinema tour announced for next summer

03 October 2022

To celebrate Baz Lurhmann’s blockbuster biopic, the film is being shown across the country in a series of open-air cinema screenings.

Film fans can enjoy half price cinema tickets this weekend

Film fans can enjoy half price cinema tickets this weekend

27 September 2022

Treat yourself to a blockbuster weekend with 50% off cinema tickets, plus discounts on snacks and drinks.

Magical Harry Potter music brought to life

Magical Harry Potter music brought to life

14 September 2022

Pack a chocolate frog or two and set off on a spellbinding musical adventure with the Philharmonia Orchestra.

Daleks to take over film festival

Daleks to take over film festival

04 September 2022

A movie festival is to show the first full colour Doctor Who feature film in honour of Terry Nation who created the Daleks.

'Large US feature film' to be shot in Kent

'Large US feature film' to be shot in Kent

02 September 2022

A major bridge is to be closed over an entire weekend to shoot scenes for a 'large US feature film', according to the Kent Film Office.

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