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Odeon Muswell Hill NWC01_01_2001
Filename: NWC01_01_2001.jpg
Size: 5505 x 3668 (3.9MB)
Date: 29th April 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Odeon Muswell Hill NWC01_01_2001
ODEON CINEMA, FORTIS GREEN ROAD, MUSWELL HILL, HARINGEY, GREATER LONDON. The central strip laylight and curved ceiling and front of the auditorium in the Odeon Cinema, viewed from the front centre of the circle.
The Odeon Cinema opened in 1936. The exterior design of the building was restricted and subdued due to opposition from the church located opposite; the interior was therefore designed to compensate. The auditorium is described as being " the most elaborate interior of any Odeon cinema to survive". The central laylight, which runs down the centre of the ceiling towards the curved front, is designed as a stylised strip of film. The auditorium was divided into three screens in 1974, with the stalls seating being unused. In 2016 two pod screens were built in the circle, while the former stalls were brought back into use and, along with the front of the circle, formed a new screen
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Media ID 24857216
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Art Deco Auditorium Cinema Interior Movie Theatre Movies
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the exquisite beauty of the Odeon Muswell Hill cinema in Greater London. Stepping into this art deco masterpiece is like stepping back in time to 1936 when it first opened its doors. The exterior may have been restrained, but the interior was designed to impress. The focal point of this image is the central strip laylight and curved ceiling that stretches out before us. Its intricate design resembles a stylized strip of film, paying homage to the magic of movies that would unfold on its screens. This feature alone makes it one of the most elaborate interiors among all surviving Odeon cinemas. Over time, changes were made to accommodate modern needs while preserving its historic charm. In 1974, three screens were created within the auditorium, leaving unused seating in the stalls area. Then in 2016, two pod screens were added in the circle section while bringing back life to the former stalls and front circle as a new screen. Norman Walley's skillful capture allows us to appreciate every detail and grandeur found within this iconic movie theater. It stands as a testament not only to architectural brilliance but also as a reminder of our enduring love affair with cinema-going experiences throughout history.
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