09/06/2026
🎬 WHAT EXACTLY IS PENISTONE FILM FESTIVAL?
It’s not just a film screening.
It’s a three-day celebration of cinema, creativity, live music, filmmakers and storytelling across two of Pen*stone’s most historic venues.
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🎬 FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER
OPENING NIGHT
PENISTONE PARAMOUNT
NANDOR FODOR AND THE TALKING MONGOOSE
Set in 1935, filmed in Yorkshire, and starring Simon Pegg, Minnie Driver and Christopher Lloyd, this wonderfully strange mystery follows paranormal psychologist Dr Nandor Fodor as he investigates a family’s claim of a talking animal.
But this isn’t just a film screening.
This is your chance to hear from Hollywood director Adam Sigal, who directed the film and is also our Best Picture judge for Pen*stone Film Festival 2026.
The evening also includes an insight into film score music from composer Bill Prokopow.
A perfect opening night for film lovers, creatives, curious locals and anyone who enjoys something a little bit odd.
🎟 Book Friday Opening Night:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8096
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🏛 SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER
PENISTONE PARAMOUNT
A full day inside one of Britain’s oldest working picture houses, opened in 1914.
Saturday celebrates visual storytelling with silent cinema, live music, filmmaker showcases and finalist announcements throughout the day.
🎹 Live accompaniment from acclaimed composer Andy Quin
🎥 The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari
A landmark of German Expressionism and one of the most influential films in cinema history.
😂 Harold Lloyd silent comedy classics
🐞 The Cameraman’s Revenge
A pioneering stop-motion animation from 1912.
🎭 Laurel & Hardy’s earliest screen appearances
🎞 Samuel Beckett’s Film starring Buster Keaton
🥊 Battling Butler
Buster Keaton’s classic feature comedy with live accompaniment.
🎬 Student and international filmmaker showcases
🏆 Finalists announced by judges including Adam Sigal, Ruby Barker, Andy Quin and David Arquette.
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🌟 SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER
GALA AWARDS DAY
ST JOHN’S CHURCH, PENISTONE
Sunday is a full Gala Awards Day
Step inside one of Pen*stone’s most beautiful historic buildings for a day celebrating filmmakers, creativity and achievement.
Your ticket includes:
🍽 Gala Lunch
A pre-ordered sit-down meal, with dietary requirements catered for, including coeliac and allergy-friendly options.
🏆 Awards Ceremony
Finalists and winners celebrated with engraved antique trophies.
🎬 Filmmaker Presentations
Hear from the people behind the films.
🎭 Live Entertainment
Performances throughout the day inspired by cinema, theatre and live entertainment traditions.
🍷 Bar Service
Available throughout the day.
🎹 REDUCTIO CLOSING PARTY
The festival ends with Reductio, Matt Walters, the viral organist, taking over the historic church organ for a unique performance blending traditional organ with modern dance and electronic music.
Yes. A church organ dance party.
In Pen*stone.
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⭐ VIP WEEKEND PASS
£119 Adult | £89 Concession
The ultimate festival experience.
Includes:
✅ All Saturday screenings
✅ VIP accreditation and lanyard
✅ Reserved seating all day Saturday
✅ Festival goody bag
✅ Sunday Gala Awards Day
✅ Gala Lunch
✅ Reductio Closing Party
✅ Priority access throughout the weekend
💷 Better value than buying the Saturday VIP Pass and Sunday Gala Awards Day ticket separately.
🎟 VIP Weekend Passes:
https://filmfreeway.com/Pen*stoneFilmFestival/tickets
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🎬 SATURDAY VIP PASS
£55 Adult | £35 Concession
Includes:
✅ Entry to all four Saturday screening blocks
✅ Reserved seating throughout the day
✅ VIP accreditation and lanyard
✅ Festival goody bag
Perfect for silent film lovers and cinema enthusiasts.
🎟 Saturday VIP Passes:
https://filmfreeway.com/Pen*stoneFilmFestival/tickets
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🏆 SUNDAY GALA AWARDS DAY
£69 Adult | £55 Concession
Includes:
✅ Gala Lunch
✅ Awards Ceremony
✅ Live Entertainment
✅ Filmmaker Presentations
✅ Reductio Closing Party
Perfect for filmmakers, supporters, families, creatives and anyone wanting the full social side of the festival.
🎟 Gala Awards Day Tickets:
https://filmfreeway.com/Pen*stoneFilmFestival/tickets
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🎟 INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKETS
🎬 Friday Opening Night
Nandor Fodor and the Talking Mongoose
Plus exclusive Q&A with director Adam Sigal and film score insight from Bill Prokopow.
Book:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8096
🎥 Saturday Morning
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari
With live accompaniment by Andy Quin.
Book:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8113
🎞 Saturday Afternoon
Harold Lloyd + Silent Curiosities
Sensory friendly screening with adjusted lighting and sound, and freedom to move around.
Book:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8117
😂 Saturday Late Afternoon
From Vaudeville to Avant Garde
Laurel & Hardy, Samuel Beckett’s Film starring Buster Keaton, and silent shorts.
Book:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8118
🥊 Saturday Evening
Battling Butler
Buster Keaton’s classic comedy feature with live accompaniment by Andy Quin.
Book:
https://pen*stone.admit-one.eu/tickets/?perfCode=8114
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This isn’t London.
This isn’t Cannes.
It’s Pen*stone.
And we’d love you to be part of it.
Programme, guests, timings and screenings may be subject to change. Tickets are non-refundable except where an event is cancelled or as otherwise required by consumer law.
