Breakwater have been following the story of Merlin Cinemas for two years, based in Cornwall they have vital local cinemas in 17 towns spread from Penzance to Scotland’s northern coastline.  And their latest and biggest project is to convert a vast Torquay department store into a multiplex.

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The survival of independent cinema to serve regional centres is key in keeping movie visits a popular part of British culture. Merlin have fought their corner so well, including through Covid times, and now welcome James Bond to their screens with excellent seat sales.

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Breakwater mingled with 007 fans and loyal local cinema supporters in Penzance and Falmouth. This is no time for regional cinema to die, just witness the enthusiasm and anticipation for a big movie coming to town.

 

This project has seen our freelance film crew from Scotland to Cornwall really engage with Merlin’s very special cinemas.