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Odeon Weston-Super-Mare NWC01_01_1700
Filename: NWC01_01_1700.jpg
Size: 5551 x 3643 (3.0MB)
Date: 21st June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Odeon Weston-Super-Mare NWC01_01_1700
Odeon Cinema, Walliscote Road, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. The Odeon Cinema viewed from the north-west at dusk.
The Odeon Cinema opened in May 1935 and was designed by T Cecil Howitt. All of the Odeon cinemas designed by Howitt featured a square tower and projecting flat slab roof
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Media ID 25316090
© Historic England Archive
Blue Cinema Film Leisure Movie Theatre Movies Nostalgia Orange Recreation Picturehouse Pictures
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic Odeon Cinema in Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. Taken at dusk from a north-west perspective, the image showcases the cinema's grandeur against a backdrop of fading daylight. Designed by T Cecil Howitt and opened in May 1935, this architectural masterpiece is a testament to timeless elegance. The Odeon Cinema stands tall with its distinctive square tower and projecting flat slab roof, characteristic features found in all of Howitt's Odeon designs. Its striking blue and orange facade adds a touch of vibrancy to the surrounding area, making it an unmistakable landmark for movie enthusiasts and locals alike. Stepping into this picturehouse feels like stepping back in time, evoking feelings of nostalgia for classic cinema experiences. The Odeon has been a hub of leisure and recreation since its inception, providing countless hours of entertainment through film screenings. Norman Walley's expert photography skillfully captures every detail of this historic gem. This print is not just about capturing an architectural marvel; it encapsulates the magic that movies bring to our lives – transporting us to different worlds filled with emotion and imagination. Whether you're an avid cinephile or simply appreciate stunning architecture, this print serves as a reminder that beauty can be found even in everyday places like cinemas. It invites viewers to embrace their love for movies while appreciating the artistry behind their creation.
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