London has great venues both for current films, great masterpieces and art house favorites.
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BFI Southbank is a popular venue for a wide range of films from silent movies to revered classics and cult favorites as well as previews, screenings, and on-stage interviews. There is also a lively on-site cafĂ©. It’s best to buy tickets in advance.
Get comfy at The Electric Cinema in luxurious leather armchairs with tables for drinks and snacks or snuggle into a loveseat for two. Book a seat online and arrive early for a cocktail at the bar before the show. The program includes both first-run and art house films. The on-site Electric Brasserie is convenient for a light bite. It’s best to buy tickets well in advance.
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