New Matinee Screenings Added to June Film Course: British Sixties Cinema

A four-part film course and cinema series at Linden Hall Studio this June

Looking for film courses in Deal, Kent or cinema events by the coast? Linden Hall Studio is hosting a four-part British Sixties Cinema course, led by John Wischmeyer, now expanded to include optional matinee film screenings alongside morning discussions.

This updated format allows participants to explore each topic in depth before watching key films from the period - making it one of the most engaging film events in Kent this summer.

 

Each Friday session offers a combination of illustrated talks, film analysis, and optional screenings - ideal for anyone searching for film classes in Deal or classic cinema events in Kent!

 

Friday 5 June

A Taste of Honey (Tony Richardson, 1961)
A landmark British New Wave film exploring working-class life in post-war Britain.

 

Friday 12 June

Sixties Women: Twiggy, Marianne Faithfull, Julie Christie & Edna O’Brien
An illustrated talk and screening exploring the visual identity of 1960s fashion and youth culture, featuring figures such as TwiggyMarianne FaithfullJulie Christie and Edna O'Brien.

 

Friday 19 June

Alfie & Michael Caine Documentary
A screening of Alfie alongside a short documentary on Michael Caine in the 1960s, exploring his rise to fame and the wider cultural shift in British cinema.

 

Friday 26 June

Blow-Up (Michelangelo Antonioni, 1966)
An iconic portrait of Swinging London, fashion, photography, and the ambiguity of the era.

 

This course is ideal for anyone interested in:

  • British cinema and film history
  • 1960s culture, fashion, and society
  • Film discussion and critical analysis
  • Classic and independent cinema

 

Hosted by John Wischmeyer and with the addition of on-site screenings, this is a standout option for those searching for cinema courses in Kent or film events near Deal.

 

Tickets & Booking Information
  • Morning Film Course Sessions: £12 per session | £40 for all four
  • Matinee Screenings: £10 per film | £6 for course attendees
  • Full Course + All Screenings: £60

Sessions and screenings can be booked separately, offering flexibility for visitors. All events include complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits during the interval.

 

Spaces are limited - please book early to secure your place for both discussion and screenings.

 

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March 21, 2026