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Whiteladies Picture House NWC01_01_1530
Filename: NWC01_01_1530.jpg
Size: 3630 x 5603 (3.3MB)
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
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Whiteladies Picture House NWC01_01_1530
ABC Cinema, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, City of Bristol. The corner entrance and tower of the ABC Cinema, formerly the Whiteladies Picture House, from the south.
The Whiteladies Picture House opened in 1921. The building incorporates an earlier terraced house, and formerly also included a ballroom and restaurant which were later converted into a public house and offices. The cinema was renamed the ABC, Cannon, and then MGM Cinema, before reverting to the ABC name in the 1990s. The cinema was briefly used as a gym in the early 21st century, before reopening as the Everyman Cinema in 2016
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Media ID 25316084
© Historic England Archive
1920s 1990s Art Deco Blue Cinema Film Films Movie Theatre Movies Nostalgia Recreation
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic Whiteladies Picture House, now known as the ABC Cinema, located on Whiteladies Road in Clifton, City of Bristol. Standing proudly at the corner entrance is its magnificent tower, showcasing the grandeur and charm of this historic cinema. Originally opened in 1921, the building itself incorporates an earlier terraced house and was once home to a ballroom and restaurant. Over time, these spaces were transformed into a public house and offices. The cinema underwent several name changes throughout its history; from ABC to Cannon and then MGM Cinema before returning to its original ABC name in the 1990s. The image evokes nostalgia for film enthusiasts with its mention of recreation, movies, picture theatre, films, movie theatre - all elements that have made this place a beloved destination for entertainment over the years. Its art deco design harks back to the glamourous style of the 1920s when it first opened its doors. In more recent times during early 21st century renovations took place briefly transforming it into a gym before reopening as Everyman Cinema in 2016. This photograph by Norman Walley showcases not only architectural beauty but also tells a story of resilience and adaptation through changing times. The blue hues add an extra touch of serenity to this remarkable piece capturing one of Bristol's most cherished landmarks.
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