About this Event
Croydon International Film Festival Community Film Screening (Adults)
Five fantastic films. One special afternoon. Supporting your local community library!
Join us at Shirley Community Library for a special afternoon of international cinema, presented as part of the Croydon International Film Festival 2026.
We're delighted to be hosting a varied programme of five films, bringing together imaginative storytelling, moving true stories, fascinating history and thought-provoking drama.
Whether you're a film enthusiast or simply fancy something a little different, come along, enjoy the atmosphere and help support your local community library.
Thursday 19 November 2026
- Doors open: 11:45am
- Screenings: 12:15pm – approximately 4:15pm
- Venue: Shirley Community Library, Shirley, Croydon CR0 8BH
- Tickets: £12 per person
- Licensed bar and refreshments available
- 20-minute interval included
Our Film Programme
12:15pm – A Midsummer Night's Dream (10 minutes)
A magical and imaginative interpretation of Shakespeare's much-loved classic, bringing a timeless story to life on screen.
12:30pm – The Bench (7 minutes)
A chance encounter on a park bench leads to an unexpected conversation, as one woman offers relationship advice to a complete stranger.
12:45pm – Sound of the Somme (13 minutes)
The remarkable true story of 20-year-old Scottish-Canadian bagpiper James C. Richardson, whose extraordinary courage during the First World War saw him risk his life to inspire his fellow soldiers. His bravery earned him the Victoria Cross.
1:00pm – Angel Garden: The History of Brunszvik, Beethoven, Teleki (56 minutes)
Discover the inspiring story of Countess Teréz Brunszvik, a pioneering educational reformer who established the first kindergarten in Hungary and the Habsburg Monarchy in 1828.
1:55pm – Interval (20 minutes)
Time to stretch your legs, enjoy a drink from our licensed bar, grab some refreshments and catch up with friends.
2:15pm – The Green Lamp (1 hour 40 minutes)
Set in Russia in the early 2000s, this intriguing drama follows Sasha, a homeless young man offered an unusual opportunity by a wealthy stranger: to live in an apartment and light a green lamp in its window every evening.
What begins as a cruel experiment unexpectedly becomes a journey of possibility, purpose and personal transformation.
Supporting Shirley Community Library
Every ticket purchased helps support the library and the work of our wonderful volunteers.
Spaces are very limited, so early booking is strongly recommended!
Book your tickets here on Eventbrite or pop into Shirley Community Library to reserve your place.
We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of great cinema, good company and community spirit!
Event venue & nearby stays
Shirley Community Library, Hartland Way, Croydon, United Kingdom
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