The Last Projectionist (2012)

As cinema enters a new era, will a century old trade be left behind?

The Last Projectionist (2012) poster

When the UK's oldest working cinema opened in 1909, it took five years to train a projectionist - a century later, it takes less than an hour. The Last Projectionist charts the amazing history of UK independent cinema, taking a tour of some of the most magical picture houses in the world, all centred around The Electric in Birmingham, the oldest working cinema in Britain.

Director: Thomas Lawes
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date:
Production: Electric Flix
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

projectionist, projection booth

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Last Projectionist about?
When the UK's oldest working cinema opened in 1909, it took five years to train a projectionist - a century later, it takes less than an hour. The Last Projectionist charts the amazing history of UK independent cinema, taking a tour of some of the most magical picture houses in the world, all centred around The Electric in Birmingham, the oldest working cinema in Britain.
Who directed The Last Projectionist?
The Last Projectionist was directed by Thomas Lawes.
How long is The Last Projectionist?
The Last Projectionist has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
What genre is The Last Projectionist?
The Last Projectionist is a Documentary film.
Where was The Last Projectionist produced?
The Last Projectionist was produced in United Kingdom.