Save the Cinema

2022, Movie, 1h 49min

The true story of Liz Evans, a hairdresser and leader of a youth theatre in Carmarthen, Wales, who began a campaign in 1993 to save the Lyric theatre from closure. Alongside then Mayor of Carmarthen Richard Goodridge, they enlisted the help of Steven Spielberg, securing a special premiere of Jurassic Park.

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Critic Stefan Pape

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The ensemble cast is impressive.

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When the curtains threaten to close on a small Welsh town's beloved cinema, a determined hairdresser and leader of a youth theatre takes matters into her own hands. With the help of a local councilor, they embark on a quest to convince Hollywood legend Steven Spielberg to save the day. Can their unwavering dedication and a little bit of movie magic save the cinema from extinction?

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You can stream Save the Cinema on: Apple TV Store

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