MediCinema has six cinemas that are located in health facilities around the UK and provided vital support to over 16,000 patients and families last year (2014). 19,988 views; 1 year ago; 2:27. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vue and MediCinema Launch new Simon Pegg Advert, All Forgotten! So how does the future look for MediCinema, in the new “normal”? The Royal British Legion MediCinema was opened at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre at Headley Court on September 27, 2012 for people in the military service who had sustained injuries. Founder of Fundraising Camp and co-founder of GoodJobs.org.uk. The “going to the movies” experience not only helps to lift spirits, through the feelgood factor, but it provides much-needed escapism to vulnerable – and often very young – viewers. Trainer and consultant in digital fundraising. London's Guy's Hospital and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital will also receive cinemas with RealD Cinema technology. [1], Beyond the entertainment value of leaving isolated hospital wards to view films, it is increasingly believed that patient's recovery is improved by viewing "feel-good" films, or ones that make the patient laugh. [2][4], It has been named by British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) as the film industry's charity. MediCinema has six cinemas that are located in health facilities around the UK and provided vital support to over 16,000 patients and families last year (2014). [9], MediCinema receives its funding from corporate sponsors, fund-raising events, grants, public donations and sponsorship. They have worked together on the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Center at Headley Court and the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Glasgow. Actors Simon Pegg, Emma Thompson, Stephen Graham, Tom Hiddleston and George Mackay (“1917”) have all filmed messages for the charity, leading to a rise in much-needed donations from all over the world. As well as playing a pivotal role in raising public awareness of MediCinema as we approach our 20th anniversary, the advert enourages all Vue customers to make a donation to the charity while buying tickets. Mason said, “We of course want to re-open cinemas as soon as we can, but given the complexities involved we realise that this will entail a number of steps which could be different for each site.”. In 2019 MediCinema received contributions totalling £328,000 from Vue Cinema admissions where customers donated directly at the Point of Sale (PoS) machines. MediCinema is a charity that screens films for patients during their hospital stay. MediCinema was founded by Christine Hill MBE. Kate Winslet, Ewan McGregor and Dame Helen Mirren are just a few of the patrons of MediCinema. Two others in London are housed at Guy’s Hospital, Southwark and Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, with a fourth at Newcastle-upon-Tyne’s Royal Victoria Infirmary. MediCinema and Vue have recently launched a new advert to promote MediCinema which features our patron, acclaimed British actor, Simon Pegg. Celluloid Junkie is the leading online resource dedicated to the global film and cinema business. The screens are built to accommodate patients in wheelchairs, beds, on drips or monitors so everyone can enjoy the joy and escapism of cinema. Admission is free of charge for all inpatients and outpatients on a regular programme of treatment, and Patients are encouraged to bring family members or carers along to share the experience together. The first (of currently six) MediCinemas was opened at St Thomas’ Hospital, Central London. However, the return will have to be phased and won’t be able to happen overnight. We’d like to thank Sienna for sharing her story with us all”. The partnership will see Vue provide MediCinema with an annual donation, plus ongoing support and technical advice. Fundraising news, ideas and inspiration for professional charity fundraisers. Helen is a freelance journalist, copywriter, marketing professional and frequent contributor to Celluloid Junkie. The MediCinema Story with Nick Frost and Simon Pegg. But the partnership has really shown its worth during the pandemic with creative outputs and projects that have been able to continue. Funding of up to £420,000 for the "fully digital, 3D" cinema was provided by The Royal British Legion, and additional monies were provided by Medicinema supporters, such as actor Simon Pegg who attended the opening. But since mid-March, all cinema operations have been suspended and in-hospital screening services are not currently available. One such example is their recent partnership with Secret Cinema and Haagen Dazs at Goodwood Motor Circuit Drive-In Cinema from which they receive a portion of the profits from ice cream sales, as one of two charity partners. If you would like to help keep this site going then please feel free to donate, all donations much appreciated and will go towards running and improving the site. Don't have time to visit every day? Across the country, the whole frontline cinema team of six has been furloughed along with one member of staff from Head Office. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. Join a growing community of film and cinema industry professionals from around the world who rely on CJ to provide the latest news, insights, analysis, interviews, and research on the motion picture industry. Browse movie times at a cinema near you and book your tickets online today. Kevin Styles, Managing Director, Vue UK & Ireland, said “We are proud supporters of MediCinema and are delighted to launch a film that raises awareness of this inspiring cause, encouraging our customers to support and donate.

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