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As one of the few public remaining Cinerama venues in the world, Pictureville and Widescreen Weekend wants to offer as many opportunities to see the groundbreaking 1950’s cinema technology as possible and to ensure the format endures and can be enjoyed by all.

This year, we’re thrilled to present two authentic 3-strip Cinerama screenings, showcasing the intricate projection technique in all its glory. In addition, we’re offering a digitally restored Smilebox presentation—offering a glimpse of the format in its most pristine and perfect version.

Thursday 25 September 2025

• 12:30 – This is Cinerama (U) · A groundbreaking American documentary that revolutionised film with the introduction of the Cinerama format.

Friday 26 September 2025

• 13:30 – The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm (U) · A whimsical biography of the Grimm brothers, featuring vivid reenactments of three classic fairy tales.

Sunday 28 September 2025

• 10:00 – Cineramacana · A one-of-a-kind celebration of the Cinerama experience—an essential Widescreen Weekend tradition.

Monday 29 September 2025

• 10:30 – Cinerama Holiday (PG) · A 1950s travelogue showcasing breathtaking vistas captured for the curved Cinerama screen.

>>Discover the full programme for Widescreen Weekend 2025 here.