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Dear Supporters of Film and TV History,
Hoping you are all well. Exciting times this month as we bring you a brand new DVD release! It may be a brave move, but one that I am very proud of. May I present our latest box set: The Danziger Collection Volume One.
It contains some real rarities which should not be lost, featuring actors who went on to have outstanding careers, including: Jean Cadell, Dick Emery, Gordon Jackson, Melvyn Hayes, Warren Mitchell, Pete Murray, Lana Morris and many more. The films have OPTIONAL SUBTITLES, something they haven’t previously had, but we are committed to providing them. It’s a unique tribute to the work of the Danziger brothers and the British film industry, and excellent value as a 3-disc box set with ten films. To find out more, click HERE
This summer, we will be back at the Savoy in Monmouth on Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th July 2026. Once part of the Gaumont chain of cinemas, the building has been completely returned to its original glory, with an art deco interior with red velvet curtains, elaborate gilded plasterwork and glass chandeliers. The golden age of cinema-going revived! Sarah is busy putting together some very exciting names and acts and tickets are available now, click HERE
We all love cinema architecture. It takes us back to a time when a visit to ‘the pictures’ was truly an escape from reality. Cinema-goers were transported by the shimmering screen, and the grandeur of the buildings were a welcome escape from hard working lives. Many such buildings have sadly fallen into disrepair, but local communities are now rebuilding them as centres for public entertainment. One such effort is happening at the Woolton Picture House in Liverpool. If you would like to donate, please visit their website www.wooltoncinema.com HERE
Silver Voices, the independent, individual membership organisation for UK senior citizens, has launched a public petition, calling on the Government to commit to protecting terrestrial television (Freeview) into the 2040s. The campaign highlights the risk of audiences being pushed towards internet only TV, particularly older people. We want to be on Freeview for many more years to come! This petition is a practical way for audiences to show that broadcast TV still matters and that switching it off would have serious consequences for many viewers. You can sign the petition online HERE
You can also write to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, or email her at: secretary.statesoffice@dcms.gov.uk
Ian Murray MP, Minister of State who is overseeing whether licences are renewed, can also be contacted at: enquiries@dcms.gov.uk
PLEASE MENTION TALKING PICTURES TV WHEN YOU WRITE! It’s becoming harder and harder to survive as a terrestrial channel, but we are committed to providing a free channel for everyone, and we work hard to support it via live shows, products and all means available. JUST SO WE CAN KEEP THOSE REELS ROLLING!
I don’t know about you, but I am fed up with the rain and grey skies! However, I am looking forward to some sunshine on a trip to Malta, 13-20 May 2026 with the fabulous Caroline Munro, presenter of The Cellar Club. The island is the location for many classic films and we would love to see some of you there with us. To book, call Tripsmiths on 03330 173 9195 Quoting ref: TPMALTA or visit their website HERE
If you’d rather escape the weather between the pages of a good book or on screen, we have a sale on at the moment, with lots of interesting books and DVDs on a variety of film and TV related subjects, just click HERE
Coming up on the channel this month, don’t miss Play For Today: Sunday 29th March at 9.40pm ABIGAIL’S PARTY starring National Treasure, Alison Steadman OBE as the Demis Roussos-loving Beverley. This television comedy classic from 1977 was written and directed by Mike Leigh. A brilliant script and a window into the 70s with all the fashion and interior decor of that era. Also this month, a new series on Talking Pictures TV: Mother Love (1989) starts on Monday 2nd March at 8pm. The legendary Diana Rigg DBE stars as an obsessive mother in this superb drama series from 1989, adapted by the great Andrew Davies and co-starring David McCallum and James Wilby.
Looking forward to seeing and meeting lots of you somewhere soon. Just enjoy being part of this special community we have built around Talking Pictures TV and keep on spreading the word!
My best wishes, Noel
Noel Cronin BEM
TPTV Encore on Freeview
Talking Pictures TV is thrilled to announce that our catch up service Encore is now on Freeview. If your Freeview television or set top box is connected to the internet then you will see the Encore logo top right of your screen. When you see the Encore logo simply press the red button on your remote control to be transported to your own private cinema, where you’ll find 100s of films and TV series. All available to watch for free – no TV licence required – and catch up on at any time!
