New Release
Waterloo Sunset + Q&A
A poignant documentary about the elderly residents of a sheltered almshouse complex by the River Thames, balancing growing old with changing society and ageism in the UK today.
Director: Harvey Marcus
Cast includes: Jenny Adams, Barry Chorlton, Shamus Dark
includes Q&A with director Harvey Marcus (sunday only)
90 mins / 2024 / UK
A coming of age story with a difference! Poignant, moving and uplifting, Waterloo Sunset is a documentary about the elderly residents who live at the remarkable Hopton’s Almshouse, beside The Thames. Built in 1752 for the borough’s poor, the occupants - many in their 80s and 90s - now find themselves living in one of London’s most sought-after locations, dwarfed by luxury apartments and towering glass skyscrapers.
Over the course of one summer, filmmaker Harvey Marcus discovers a story of a community battling with regeneration, change and what it means to grow old in today’s Britain, but also a tale of hope, wisdom and inspiration - epitomised by 92 year old Yogi, Jenny, and the incorrigible crooner Shamus, who despite his 76 years and various ailments, still dreams of pop stardom.
We are delighted to welcome director Harvey Marcus to introduce the film and live Q&A afterwards (Sunday only).
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