A Night at the Movies: Lionsgate Live launches FREE films in live stream events for fans
The British public is continually searching for new ways to enjoy their favourite films and music and experience a range of entertainment as the coronavirus pandemic continues. With cinemas, shops and restaurants still closed for the foreseeable future, people are spending more and more time watching streaming services finding new ways to watch films online. Well now movie production company Lionsgate has done just that with a fantastically fun new venture called Lionsgate Live! A Night at the Movies.
Lionsgate UK revealed the news today, announcing that they plan to help people celebrate the cinema experience at home while supporting the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal.
They are also supporting The Film and TV Charity COVID-19 Emergency Response.
The venture will see the company presenting four different films over a course of four Saturday evenings streaming live on their YouTube channel.
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling musical extravaganza La La Land is first, so grab the popcorn on Saturday, May 2nd for a sing-a-long.
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A Night at the Movies: Lionsgate Live launches FREE films (Image: LIONSGATE)
A Night at the Movies: La La Land, The Hunger Games, Eddie The Eagle and Bend it Like Beckham air (Image: LIONSGATE)
Based on a true story, Olympic skiing tale Eddie the Eagle is next on May 9.
90s favourite Bend it like Beckham is the third to stream on May 16.
And rounding off the group is The Hunger Games on May 23.
All four films will be livestreamed at 6pm exclusively on the Lionsgate UK YouTube channel.
A Night at the Movies:The Hunger Games will round off the four weeks (Image: LIONSGATE)
What’s more, each film shown as part of Lionsgate Live! A Night at the Movies will be presented by a different celebrity host.
Scottish radio presenter Edith Bowman will take to the microphone, with comedians Keith Lemon and Jack Whitehall following suit.
Chat show host Jonathan Ross finishes the list.
And the fun doesn’t stop there, as every Saturday evening will deliver interactive opportunities for viewers and surprise guest appearances.
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There will also be real-time fan chats via YouTube Live, costume competitions and giveaways yet to be announced.
@LionsgateUK will be live tweeting during the films.
Audiences will have the chance to join Lionsgate UK in helping their partnered charities.
NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal supports NHS staff and volunteers caring for COVID-19 patients.
The Film and TV Charity COVID-19 Emergency Response supports the people behind the scenes who bring films to the screens.
Lionsgate UK is joining with some of its most important exhibition partners, including Cineworld, Odeon, Showcase, Empire, The Light, Picturehouse, Everyman, Curzon, The Industry Trust and many other Independent Cinemas across the country.
They’re also teaming up with popcorn maker Joeseph’s, who is creating three exclusive Gourmet Popcorn Bundles.
Viewers can have these delivered in advance ready for the Saturday night events with 10 per cent off the usual price.
“Although there is nothing quite like watching a film on the big screen, Lionsgate Live! is a great chance for the UK to come together and celebrate the cinematic experience from home,” said Zygi Kamasa, CEO Lionsgate UK.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to show our support and raise money for the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal and The Film and TV Charity COVID-19 Emergency Response, who are both doing incredible work during this time.
“Join us as we celebrate a night out at the cinema, and bring it on home!”
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