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Odeon Cinema BB87_03521
Filename: bb87_03521.jpg
Size: 5070 x 3728 (5.1MB)
Date: 26th May 2006
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Odeon Cinema BB87_03521
Odeon Cinema, Brentgovel Street, Bury St. Edmunds, St. Edmundsbury, Suffolk. Auditorium From Stalls
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Media ID 28631177
© Historic England Archive
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the 1930s, capturing the grandeur of the Odeon Cinema in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. The image showcases the magnificent auditorium from a unique perspective - the stalls. As we gaze upon this historic cinema interior, we are immediately struck by its elegance and attention to detail. The ornate architectural features that adorn the walls and ceiling reflect a bygone era of opulence and sophistication. The carefully crafted patterns and intricate designs create an atmosphere of timeless beauty. The photographer, John Maltby, skillfully captures not only the physical aspects of this space but also manages to convey a sense of nostalgia through his lens. We can almost hear echoes of laughter and applause reverberating off these very walls as moviegoers enjoyed their favorite films during those golden years. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of our shared cultural heritage, preserving a piece of history for future generations to appreciate. It reminds us how cinemas were once more than just places to watch movies; they were social hubs where communities came together to escape reality for a few hours. Maltby's work invites us into this enchanting world frozen in time, allowing us to marvel at both its architectural splendor and its significance within local history. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our past while celebrating the enduring allure of cinema itself
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