Kent MOMI is pleased to announce its new season of Friday evening screenings with a six-week programme exploring Production Design, the films included as voted for by our visitors and ourselves.

 On Friday 29th March we present Oliver! (Carol Reed, 1968; 2 hr. 33 mins). Nominated for 11 Academy Awards, Oliver! took home an astonishing 5 Awards including Best Picture and Best Art Direction for John Box and Terence Marsh.

Oliver! was filmed entirely on stage sets, there are no locations. The ‘London’ streets – even the steam railway – were built on six soundstages; Shepperton Studio’s expansive backlot overflowing with exterior sets for numbers such as 'Consider Yourself' and 'Who Will Buy?' Despite appearing permanent and solid, the ingenious sets were flexible enough to be reconfigured overnight to allow for the multiple different setups required. The chase after Bill Sikes (Oliver Read) through the sewers of London and across the rooftops– takes on an almost operatic quality. Here is some splendid camera work, chilling vertical shots and a degree of terror rare in a ‘children’s film’.

Introduced by Dr. Joss with a discussion afterwards. 

To reserve places, please hit the button, below, or email info@kentmomi.org

First come, first served with a limited capacity of 30 places.

Doors open 5.30, for drinks, nibbles & classic cocktails by Dr. Natasha.

Films commence 6.30pm sharp.

Screenings are FREE to Kent MOMI yearly ticket holders, but a £5 donation is suggested, to help us keep the lights on. Museum tickets can be bought at the door, and are valid for a year.