FILM fans in Mossley will be able to enjoy a selection of award-winning independent movies on the big screen – without having to travel into Manchester.
The Vale is launching a new six-month film programme later this month, bringing acclaimed independent cinema to its 90-seat digital theatre.
The series gets under way on Wednesday, October 21, with British feel-good film I Swear.
The remaining five films are being kept under wraps for now, with details set to be announced on The Vale’s website later this month.
Based on a true story, I Swear follows Scottish teenager John Davidson, who was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome in the 1980s at a time when the condition was little known and widely misunderstood.
His life begins to fall apart before a chance encounter with an old friend puts him on a new path and kickstarts a remarkable journey.
Robert Aramayo, known for Game of Thrones, gives a BAFTA-winning performance as John, alongside a supporting cast including Maxine Peake.
Johnny Clifford, programming manager at The Vale, said: “This funding has enabled us to bring some of the very best in current independent cinema to local audiences, starting with feelgood film I Swear.
“The programme aims to give local people the chance to see award-winning independent cinema on the big screen without travelling into Manchester.
“Our 90-seat digital theatre, boasts Dolby 7.1 surround sound, a large format screen and a fully stocked bar. It’s a great local space to catch a movie and we know that each of the six monthly screenings will be an enjoyable and sociable community event.”
The programme has been supported by Film Hub North with National Lottery funding on behalf of the BFI Film Audience Network.
Tickets to see I Swear cost £5 in advance at the-vale.co.uk/event/i-swear or £6 on the door, with a limited number of pay-as-you-feel tickets also available.
Doors open at 6.30pm and the film starts at 7.15pm at The Vale, based at Unit 2 in Vale Mill, on Micklehurst Road (OL5 9JL).