Somerset House Cinema

Somerset House Summer Screenings include an eclectic range of films, on show in the open air in a relaxed outdoor cinema environment. Tickets are in demand for the chance to enjoy classic cinema in the sun at Somerset House.

Classic films at the Somerset House cinema
A selection of classic films are on the Somerset House cinema line up, presented by Film4. Audiences can expect nights of classic cinema in London with plenty to suit all tastes, across all age groups, and from all genres. Highlights of the 2011 programme include Bond classic The Spy Who Loved Me, legendary action movie Die Hard, the UK premiere of The Skin I Live In, and a horror triple bill featuring Gremlins, Troll Hunters and Tremors. Special appearances will also be made at the behind the screen talks hosted by BAFTA.

Back for 2011
In addition to cult classics, newer films are also set to be included in Somerset House cinema screenings this year. Screenings include Scott Pilgrim vs The World and British alien invasion flick Attack the Block. Plenty of cinematic action is promised at Somerset House once again for 2011, bringing great films out into the open.

Alfresco cinema
A unique cinema experience awaits at Somerset House, where audiences can sit in the courtyard with blankets and rugs, free to watch movies in true alfresco style. The atmosphere will be relaxed and informal with crowds of moviegoers chilling out in the open, enjoying classic cinema in London.

The complete list of 2011 films at the alfresco Somerset House cinema looks like this:

Wednesday 27th July
The Skin I Live In (UK premiere)

Thursday 28th July
Behind the Screen: John Barry's Golden Touch
The Spy Who Loved Me

Friday 29th July
Behind the Screen: BAFTA Shorts
The Big Blue

Saturday 30th July
Behind the Screen: Joe Cornish in Conversation
Die Hard/Attack the Block double bill

Sunday 31st July
Behind the Screen: Wild about Wilder
The Apartment

Monday 1st August
Behind the Screen: Kick Ass Women on Screen
Thelma & Louise

Tuesday 2nd August
Behind the Screen: Polanski and the Writers - Sir Ronald Harwood in Conversation
Chinatown

Wednesday 3rd August
Behind the Screen: Dressed by Design - Great Costumes in Film
In the Mood for Love

Thursday 4th August
Behind the Screen: Playing Games with Cinema
Scott Pilgrim vs The World

Friday 5th August
Behind the Screen: The Influence of the Actor's Studio
Serpico/Shaft double bill

Saturday 6th August
Drop in workshops and masterclasses
Behind the Screen: Creature Features - Ray Harryhausen and the Giants of Special Effects
Gremlins/Troll Hunter/Tremors triple bill

Sunday 7th August
The Princess Bride

The Somerset House cinema screenings take place from Wednesday 27th July - Sunday 7th August 2011. Click back soon for information on how to buy tickets once they become available.