A PROJECT dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of cinema-going in Inverclyde has been launched.
Reel Reflections: Going to the Pictures in Inverclyde is being run by Inverclyde Community Development Trust through a grant of nearly £100,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
It will run until November 2025, gathering and showcasing memories, stories, and memorabilia, with a focus on personal experiences and community involvement.
The project will create a comprehensive documentary that explores the social history of cinema-going in Inverclyde, to be screened at a community film festival.
The trust will also work with a local school to help produce a storyboard graphic novel.
Niall Ptolomey, heritage co-ordinator, said: “The project presents a fantastic opportunity to connect communities and to illustrate the importance of heritage preservation and cultural conservation.
“We are really looking forward to involving the community in researching the history of our picture houses and cinemas.
“Inverclyde Community Development Trust encourage people to get involved and submit their picture-going memories.
“Inverclyde has unique links to the film industry, and we are excited to uncover and share those stories.”
“Primarily, this will be an opportunity for sharing heritage among communities and teaching heritage interpretation skills -– utilising Inverclyde’s cinematic history to help volunteers and community groups gain a diverse range of skills and to reduce social isolation.”
To sign up as a volunteer or submit memories, click here.
