Into Film is the UK's leading charity for film in education. Into Film champion and realises the potential of film, cinema and moving image to create inspiring, inclusive learning experiences.
Delivered in partnership with Into Film, this programme will offer screenings in five cinemas (regionally N/E/S/W and central London) for KS2 pupils, as well as offering a choice of two 90-minute mini-masterclasses online for teachers supporting the visits, plus resources to support planning before the cinema trip, and classroom activity after it.
About the Film
Fantastic Mr Fox (2009) is suitable for children aged 7 and over and is 1 hour 30 minutes in length. It is a stop-motion animation version of Roald Dahl's woodland tale that combines a beautiful old-fashioned aesthetic with Wes Anderson's trademark dialogue.
Relevant for exploring topics including English, Art & Design and PSHE Education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding Roald Dahl, family, animals, and rural life.
A New Direction have partnered with five cinemas, so you can choose which cinema and date is most convenient for your school and your pupils. Doors will open half an hour before each time slot. There will be no adverts or trailers and the film start time is prompt.
North London: The Lexi Cinema (map) - 194b Chamberlayne Rd, London NW10 3JU. The Lexi is London’s only social enterprise cinema, a volunteer-run picture palace with strong links to their local community.
Film dates and times:
- Tuesday 18 June, 10.00am - 11.30am
- Tuesday 18 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
- Tuesday 25 June, 10.00am - 11.30am
- Tuesday 25 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
East London: Rich Mix (map) - 35-47 Bethal Green Road, London E1 6LA. Rich Mix is a charity and East London’s home for culture and creativity. Rooted in the city, they are open to the world and champion diversity in everything they do.
Film dates and times:
- Monday 17 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Monday 17 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
- Monday 24 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Monday 24 June, 1pm to 2.30pm
South London: David Lean Cinema (map) Croydon Clocktower, Katharine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET. The David Lean Cinema is a 68-seat arts cinema located within Croydon Clocktower.
Film dates and times:
- Monday 1 July, 10.30am - 12pm
- Monday 1 July, 1pm - 2.30pm
- Wednesday 3 July, 10.30am - 12pm
- Wednesday 3 July, 1pm to 2.30pm
West London: Riverside Studios (map) 101 Queen Caroline Street, London W6 9BN. At Riverside Studios, they believe in the power of creativity to bring people together, unlock new possibilities and ideas and spark positive change in the world.
Film dates and times:
- Wednesday 19 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Wednesday 19 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
- Wednesday 26 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Wednesday 26 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
Central London: The Garden Cinema (map) 39-41 Parker Street, London WC2B 5PQ. The Garden Cinema opened in 2022 and is a new independent cinema. Every Saturday and Sunday mornings and at weekdays during the school holidays, they show some favourite family classics with a pay what you can scheme.
Film dates and times:
- Tuesday 4 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Tuesday 4 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
- Tuesday 11 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Friday 14 June, 10.30am - 12pm
- Friday 14 June, 1pm - 2.30pm
Teacher Twilight CPD:
Into Film will be delivering a choice of two online 90-minute webinars for teachers supporting the visits. We aim for these sessions to be fun, supportive and enjoyable so that teachers are well-prepared to facilitate a meaningful cinema experience, as well as to benefit your creative classroom practice. You can attend either one or both sessions as the content will differ for each session.
Tuesday 4 June, 4pm – 5.30pm
This webinar introduces exciting approaches to teach literacy through film and introduces a range of engaging activities to try out in your classroom or with pupils online. You should come away with some great ideas to help learners develop their comprehension, analytical and creative writing skills – all through the excitement of film.
Wednesday 12 June, 4pm – 5.30pm
You’ll develop a range of key skills to help your students increase their love and passion for filmmaking. With a leaning toward narrative storytelling, you'll also help your students develop a range of skills including teamwork, time management and creative problem-solving.
Bookings for Go & See Film have now closed. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please email schools@anewdirection.org.uk
