How it came about

Pilton Cinema brought to reality the idea of Pip Cartmell for a Community Cinema in the heart of Pilton. It has now re-opened in the newly refurbished Skittle Alley of the Green Man Bar & Bistro (formerly the Chichester Arms). Unfortunately, numbers are limited to 50 and booking is not possible, so first come, first served.

Pilton Cinema is fully licensed by Filmbank Media to screen films which cost about £90/film, hence the need to charge for entry.

It is normally a 'last Friday of the month' event with films of many different genres including comedy, drama, silent, thriller, musical, foreign language and more.

The skittle alley can seat a maximum of 50 people - first come, first served - who will be able to watch a cinema quality projection on comfortable chairs. And the bar of the Green Man is just a few paces away if you feel thirsty.

Feedback

Please feedback your ideas on the new arrangement and venue and tell us what you would like to see by going to our Feedback form. Contact us through the Contact page if you would like us to send you an email reminder.

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Welcome to Pilton Cinema

Starting the 2025-2026 film season with a 1961 iconic film starring Audrey Hepburn

Friday 26th Sept 2025 at 19.45

Breakfast at Tiffany's

115min, Cert. PG, 1961

£5 (limited to 50)

Soft seats. Sorry booking not possible

Summary

Based on the Truman Capote novel, Breakfast at Tiffany's tells the story of Holly Golightly, a glamorous but lonely New York socialite who desires to find a wealthy, older man to marry.

When a young writer moves into her building, they form a bond, but her past and her complex search for a sense of belonging threaten their potential for a stable life together.

The film explores themes of freedom, identity, and authenticity, contrasting Holly's superficial social life with her deeper yearning for stability and genuine connection.

Help the Team?

The Cinema evening is run by a very small group led by Pip Cartmell. If you would like to volunteer and get involved in the event, when we finally come back, by designing and putting up the posters, selling tickets, choosing the films, ushering, or being projectionist, do contact us by text on 07840 996643 or through our Facebook page 'Pilton Cinema'.