We are deeply saddened to advise of the passing of Victorian Cinema Pioneer, Eddie Revell in Mansfield on Tuesday 13th July 2021. A life-time resident of Mansfield, Eddie was born on 7th August 1934, one of four siblings to parents Edwin (Sr) and Janet Revell (nee Dellar). Eddies life-long love of cinema began…
DetailsGiven the difficulties encountered due to the Coronavirus this change in policy is being implemented by some exhibitors to enable them to continue to support various charities. Please see full information in the Membership Details section of this website: https://www.cinemapioneers.com.au/memberships/cinemas-that-accept-pioneers-cards/ Complimentary cinema admissions are a privilege extended to members of The Society of Australian Cinema…
DetailsWe are sad to have to inform you that former Victorian Branch President of the Society of Australian Cinema Pioneers Garth Eva passed away on Thursday June 10th. Garth had been a member of the Cinema Pioneers for many decades and for many years subsequent had been branch treasurer. Along with his recently deceased wife, Lois,…
DetailsThe Queensland Branch has proudly named Larry Langford as their Queensland Cinema Pioneer of the year. Larry was presented with his plaque at a special luncheon on June 17 (2021) at the Westside HQ Cafe in Corinda. PICTURE: Larry Langford receiving his plaque from Christine Pitcher and Dennis Brown.
DetailsDear Cinema Pioneers, We are very sad to inform you of the passing of our Victorian Branch member Rob Young, who passed away suddenly on March 5th aged 79, one day after his birthday Rob was a well respected Gaffer in the Australian Film Industry, having started working in film lighting in 1970. One of…
DetailsIndependent film-maker Rob “Bert” Murphy is pleased to present an updated trailer for his forthcoming feature documentary “Splice Here: A Projected Odyssey”., The film has been over five years in the making and the end is finally in sight with shooting now concluded. Focused on documenting the survival of FILM in the Digital age, the…
DetailsVALE Brian Martin(Projectionist Village Rivoli and other locations) Dear Cinema Pioneers, We are very sad to inform you of the passing of our member Brain Martin, who passed away sometime in February. We were contacted by his son Tim to advise us of his loss.. Brain was a Projectionist of many years with Village Roadshow…
DetailsFrom 15 February 2021, Chinchilla Cinema will be temporarily closed for approximately 4 weeks for upgrades. Western Downs residents will be treated to a new cinematic experience, with the council about to start a range of improvements at the much-loved Chinchilla Cinema.Works to revitalise the cinema were made possible through the Queensland Government’s Works for…
DetailsAfter a year on doom and gloom it is nice to be able to report some positive news – such as the opening of a brand new twin cinema in the Victorian country town of Cobram. The Murray River tourist town has been without a cinema since the Melba Theatre was destroyed by fire some…
DetailsWe are very sad to inform you of the passing of our Victorian branch member, Lesley Alexander, who passed away suddenly on Friday January 29th. Lesley was 84 years old, having been born on September 26th 1936. Lesley worked most of her career at the Village Rivoli Cinemas and at the Village Cinema Centre in…
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