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Star-studded film 'Sunny Dancer' gets free screenings in the UK, especially in Wales

Nation.Cymru
Star-studded film 'Sunny Dancer' gets free screenings in the UK, especially in Wales
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Key Points

  • The film 'Sunny Dancer' will be screened for free in over 120 independent cinemas across the UK on 27-28 July.
  • Many independent cinemas such as the Aberystwyth Arts Centre and Theatr Clwyd in Wales are participating in these free screenings.
  • The film, featuring famous actors like Bella Ramsey, James Norton, and Neil Patrick Harris, will be officially released on 14 August.
  • The Escapes initiative has distributed more than 240,000 free cinema tickets since its launch in 2024.

By the Numbers

Over 120 independent cinemas27-28 July free screenings14 August official release240,000 free tickets

The coming-of-age comedy-drama film 'Sunny Dancer', starring Bella Ramsey known from the series Game of Thrones, will be screened for free in over 120 independent cinemas across the UK on 27-28 July. The screenings are part of the Escapes program, a national initiative aiming to make cinema accessible to everyone every month. Offered to audiences ahead of the film's official release on 14 August, this opportunity aims to support independent cinemas and attract new audiences to these venues.

The film focuses on the story of 17-year-old Ivy, a cancer survivor. Sent by her family to a summer camp in Scotland for children affected by cancer, Ivy initially struggles but gradually forms unexpected friendships with other marginalized teens. The production meets audiences under the Escapes project, which began in February 2024 and has distributed more than 240,000 free cinema tickets to date.

Inspired by the cancer journey of director and writer George Jaques's mother, the film offers a joyful narrative that contains no hospital scenes and treats cancer as the least interesting trait of its characters. Shot in Scotland, the film features Ramsey alongside names such as James Norton, Jessica Gunning, and Neil Patrick Harris.

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When and where will the free screenings of the film 'Sunny Dancer' take place?
The free screenings of the film will take place on 27-28 July in over 120 independent cinemas across the UK, particularly in many cinemas in Wales.
What is the subject of 'Sunny Dancer'?
The film tells the story of 17-year-old Ivy, who is sent to a summer camp in Scotland after beating cancer, and the unexpected friendships she forms with other teens affected by cancer.
Where and how can I get tickets for the free screenings?
Free screening tickets are currently available to request via the website escapetothecinema.co.uk.

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