Whistle Down The Wind (1961) - 35mm Film Screening

Three young children in rural Lancashire discover a mysterious stranger hiding in their family's barn. Convinced that he is Jesus Christ, they secretly protect him from the adults around them, setting in motion a touching and increasingly complicated story about childhood, belief and innocence.

Bryan Forbes' Whistle Down the Wind is an unusually tender portrait of childhood and post-war Britain. Hayley Mills gives a remarkable performance at the centre of a story that manages to be funny, moving and quietly profound.

Our screenings start at 7pm sharp and we don’t run adverts or trailers, so we recommend arriving 15–20 minutes early. This gives you plenty of time to find a seat (all seating is first come, first served) and enjoy a drink from the bar before the show begins.

PLEASE NOTE WE ARE A CASHLESS VENUE, AND ONLY ACCEPT CARD PAYMENTS

Halfway through the film we take a short intermission while the film reels are changed over. It’s the perfect chance to discuss the film so far, top up your glass at the bar, and treat yourself to some delicious Caroline’s Dairy ice cream, served by our wonderful usherettes.

Because we’re showing these films from often original 35mm and 16mm prints which are over 50 years old, so the occasional pause in running can happen if a reel needs adjusting. If it does, rest assured our projectionist will have things running again in no time, it’s all part of the authentic analogue experience!

While many of our films are rated as family-friendly, we don’t recommend bringing infants or very young children. The soundtracks on older film prints, combined with the natural acoustics of our hall, can sometimes feel a little overwhelming for little ears.