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Cinema poster for 1971 season of films

“ 1971: The Year Hollywood Went Independent ”

Posted on Thu 22 July 2021 by Mark Cosgrove

Mark Cosgrove (Cinema Rediscovered Co-Founder) shares insights into how 1971: The Year Hollywood Went Independent came about and how that period relates to mainstream film culture today.

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“ Going forward with care – some changes at Watershed ”

Posted on Tue 20 July 2021

Following the final stage of easing lockdown restrictions on Mon 19 July, we wanted to let you know what this means for Watershed and the changes we’re making.

Head shot of actor Yaphet Kotto, 1970s feel to the image with the man smiling

“ Yaphet Kotto: A Tribute By Adam Murray ”

Posted on Mon 19 July 2021 by Adam Murray

Film programmer and writer Adam Murray pays homage to actor Yaphet Kotto who passed away earlier this year, leaving behind an incredible body of work.

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“ Invisible Women of 1970s Hollywood ”

Posted on Thu 15 July 2021

Exploring the often forgotten creative role women played in the New Hollywood era of the 70s.

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“ Cinema Rediscovered announces full line-up  ”

Posted on Wed 7 July 2021

In the mood for....cinema? Join us for Cinema Rediscovered from Wed 28 July to Sun 1 Aug 2021!

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“ Black Lives Matter – looking back at Watershed's year ”

Posted on Fri 18 June 2021

It is a year since Watershed stood in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and committed to the work we need to do. Clare Reddington, Watershed CEO, shares an update.

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“ Heart of Lightness by Bristol-based artist Lucy Turner, commissioned by Watershed ”

Posted on Fri 23 April 2021

If you happen to be down by the Harbourside and walking past Watershed in the next couple of weeks you will spot some beautiful new artwork on Watershed’s downstairs...

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“ Coming out of lockdown ”

Posted on Fri 2 April 2021 by Clare Reddington

Clare Reddington, Watershed CEO, looks ahead to re-opening the building, thanks Arts Council England for their continued support through the Culture Recovery Fund and asks for your help and feedback.

Rife magazine

“ Rife is seven ”

Posted on Thu 18 March 2021

Rife Written Content Editor Sammy Jones reflects on what we've learned from working with thousands of young people at Watershed's youth platform Rife

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“ How we are reimagining recruitment at Watershed ”

Posted on Thu 17 Dec 2020 by Tony Bhajam

Practical steps for making recruitment more inclusive, through more accessible and human experiences.

CRASH

“ Harnessing Perversity  ”

Posted on Thu 29 Oct 2020 by Jonathan Bygraves

To mark the 4K cinema restoration of David Cronenberg's infamous Crash, film historian, programmer and video editor Jonathan Bygraves explores the commonalities between the work of J.G. Ballard and David Cronenberg.