“Everybody wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant”
CINEMA DOORS: 11:00 | EVENT BEGINS: 11:10
Join Bristol Film Festival at Clifton Summer Screenings!
Taking place in the beautiful Mall Gardens in the heart of Clifton Village, this is outdoor cinema with a twist. With covered seating, a state-of-the-art LED screen and wireless headphones, enjoy your film come rain or shine - this is an outdoor experience that’s not to be missed.
Our very first event of 2024’s Clifton Summer Screenings is a special collaboration with Professor Charlotte Crofts of Cary Comes Home, Bristol’s festival dedicated to one of the city’s most famous sons, Cary Grant.
Celebrate 120 years of Cary Grant with a unique Bristol twist! Uncover the surprising story of Archibald Leach, the Bristol boy who became a Hollywood icon. Explore his enduring love for his hometown, the films that made him a legend, and the various ways in which the city celebrates his life and work, from the Cary Grant statue to the "Cary Comes Home" Festival and the new Raising Cary Grant theatre walk – a local passion project keeping his legacy alive. It’s a tale of transformation, from a childhood spent by the docks to Hollywood stardom, Cary Grant's journey is as inspiring as his films. Join us for a glimpse into the man behind the legend!
Attending this event? Why not book tickets for the following screening of Cary’s classic comedy Arsenic And Old Lace? Info and tickets here
About The Speaker
Professor Charlotte Crofts is a Professor of Cinema Arts at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) and founder and director of the Cary Comes Home Festival (established in 2014). She is passionate about both cinema-going and Bristol as a city of film and has made various projects celebrating local cinema culture, including The Curzon Memories App and The Lost Cinemas of Castle Park App. She is on the Board of Trustees of the Curzon Community Cinema, Clevedon. She got the idea for the Cary Grant Festival when researching Bristol cinemas and discovered that Cary Grant talked fondly of visiting The Clare Street Picture House with his mother – where he learnt to use a pastry fork and saw early sound pictures – and the Metropole, with his father – a fleapit which smelt of raincoats and galoshes, but was by far his favourite of the two.
About Cary Comes Home
Cary Comes Home Festival is a labour of love for festival organisers Charlotte Crofts and Fern Dunn, born out of their shared passion for Bristol’s vibrant cinema culture and film heritage. The festival’s aims are to celebrate Cary Grant’s Bristol roots, develop new audiences for his films and recreate the golden age of cinema-going.
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Getting Here
The Mall Gardens is located in the centre of Clifton Village, just off The Mall.
The main entrance to the venue is on Caledonia Place (opposite The Ivy Brasserie)
Parking in Clifton Village is limited and subject to restrictions.
Buses 8 & 9 both stop in Clifton Village, a short walk from the Observatory. The nearest train station is Clifton Down.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking the use of public transport when travelling to our events.
FAQs
Will there be refreshments available? Drinks and snacks will be available to purchase at the venue.
I have a BuyAGift/Red Letter Days/other voucher. How do I redeem this for this event? Head to this page for more information about redeeming Gift Vouchers.
Is my ticket refundable? Tickets for this event are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
What happens if it rains? All seating is under a cover, giving protection from the weather.
Is seating provided? Yes. All seating is provided, with three options to choose from.
Is it a large screen? Yes. The films will be shown on a 4mx2.5m LED screen designed for all-day screening.
Will I be able to hear the film without being disturbed? Yes. Every guest receives wireless headphones to give an immersive sound experience.
Accessibility
The Mall Gardens Clifton has an alternative entrance for those who require level access. Please contact us directly for further instructions about how to access this.
Whilst the site is flat, some areas may be uneven, or have grass or matting underfoot
If you require a designated wheelchair space please let us know in advance.
If you are attending an event as a registered carer for a disabled guest, please bring appropriate proof of eligibility such as proof of blue badge, access card, cinema for all card, letter from a professional or evidence of DLA/PIP. If you are uncertain, please contact us.
A wheelchair-accessible toilet will be available at the event.
Headphones: this event requires wireless headsets to be used during the film. If you are concerned about this, please get in contact for further detail.
Subtitles: please contact us if you require a film to be screened with subtitles. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles; however this varies depending on the film.
Event Information
Cinema Opens: 11:00
Event Starts: 11:10
Approx. End Time: 12:00
The gardens and garden bar are open to ticketholders throughout the day. Please note: access to The Garden Bar may be restricted after your screening.