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Electric Palace at Hastings

Hastings independent cinema is chasing national award

The Electric Palace cinema in Hastings Old Town has entered a competition to be named best independent cinema of the year.

They are asking for people to support them by voting in the British Independent Film Awards cinema of the year award.

The independent boutique arthouse cinema, in the High Street, operates as a non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC), with a 48-to-60 seat auditorium and licensed bar.

It occupies part of the historic, Grade II listed 1820 Old Hastings Club building.

The cinema was established by local filmmakers Rebecca Marshall and Rachel Pearson out of a shared love for film and the local Hastings community. it opened its door in 2002.

The independent cinema of the year award his award celebrates the cinemas that bring people together through the shared magic of watching great films on the big screen.

Cast your vote for the Electric Palace here: www.bifa.film/coty-vote/electric-palace-cinema

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