How it came about

Pilton Cinema brought to reality the idea of Pip Cartmell for a Community Cinema in the heart of Pilton. It has now re-opened in the newly refurbished Skittle Alley of the Green Man Bar & Bistro (formerly the Chichester Arms). Unfortunately, numbers are limited to 50 and booking is not possible, so first come, first served.

Pilton Cinema is fully licensed by Filmbank Media to screen films which has now risen to £106/film.

It is normally a 'last Friday of the month' event with films of many different genres including comedy, drama, silent, thriller, musical, foreign language and more.

The skittle alley can seat a maximum of about 50 people - first come, first served - who will be able to watch a cinema quality projection on comfortable chairs. And the bar of the Green Man is just a few paces away if you feel thirsty.

Feedback

Please feedback your ideas on the new arrangement and venue and tell us what you would like to see by going to our Feedback form. Contact us through the Contact page if you would like us to send you an email reminder.

And if you would like to find out more about films and the film industry follow this link to the icons of a number of organisations on the Links Page of the website.

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Welcome to Pilton Cinema

Our 2026-27 Season starts with the controversial biography of the early years of Michael Jackson

Friday 25th Sep. 2026 at 19.45

Michael

127 min, Cert. PG-13, 2026

£5

Summary

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this film covers the early life of musician Michael Jackson, from the discovery of his talent as the lead of the Jackson Five to the artist whose creative ambition fueled a pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.

The adult Michael Jackson is played by his real-life nephew, Jaafar Jackson, the son of Jermaine Jackson. 12-year-old Juliano Valdi portrays a young Michael Jackson during the early years of the pop star's life and career with the Jackson 5

Critics Consensus

Some critics called the film a sanitized, surface-level biography that avoids difficult controversies and personal allegations. Other audiences expressed mixed opinions, and many defenders argue the film succeeds wonderfully as a celebratory tribute to Michael Jackson's timeless music, stage presence, and iconic choreography. Come and make up your own mind.

And our film at the end of October

Directed by Brian Cox in his directorial debut, Glenrothan is a heartwarming film about forgiveness and reconciliation set in the highlands of Scotland. The film centres on the relationship of two brothers: Sandy Nairn, played by Brian Cox, and his younger brother, Donal, played with impish glee by Alan Cumming, who have been estranged for 40 years.

Friday 30th Oct. 2026 at 19.45

Glenrothan

97 min, Cert. 12A, 2025

£5

Help the Team?

The Cinema evening is run by a very small group led by Pip Cartmell. If you would like to volunteer and get involved in the event, when we finally come back, by designing and putting up the posters, selling tickets, choosing the films, ushering, or being projectionist, do contact us by text on 07840 996643 or through our Facebook page 'Pilton Cinema'.