An iconic Glasgow cinema is making its popular birthday programme an annual event.
The Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) plans to host its birthday celebrations every year.
This follows the success of its 50th anniversary celebrations in May 2024.
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The independent cinema opened as the Cosmo in 1939 and became the GFT we know today on May 2, 1974.
To celebrate its 51st birthday, the cinema will host a special season of classic films throughout May 2025.
The planned films were chosen for their popularity and significance in GFT's history over the last five decades.
Highlights include a new Alfred Hitchcock screening, four films by the late David Lynch, Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" in 35mm.
The headline event is a week-long screening of the brand new 70mm print of Alfred Hitchcock's "North by Northwest" from May 2 to 8.
Other classics include "Singin' in the Rain" on May 3 and May 5, and a new 4K restoration of David Lean's "Brief Encounter" on May 16 and May 18.
The programme also features French classics "La Haine" and "Beau Travail".
A special event screening of cult classic "The Room" will take place on May 30.
The film screening, one of the GFT's most popular, will be followed by a Q&A and a signing event with actor Greg Sestero.
Paul Gallagher, programme manager at the GFT, said: "Cinema is so strongly tied up with memories, both for our audiences and our staff team, and GFT's birthday gives us an opportunity to reflect on our programming over the years and bring back some of the films that have created unforgettable experiences.
"This year, it was obvious to all of us that David Lynch had to be central, following his passing in January, as his incomparable visions have shaped so many Glaswegians' understanding of cinema through numerous screenings at GFT.
"The other must-have for me was the brand new 70mm print of North by Northwest, which I cannot wait to see projected on our big screen - that will be a cinema experience to remember for sure.
"Around these headliners is a programme bursting with the kind of bold, entertaining and unique filmmaking from across the world that GFT specialises in showcasing.
"Come and celebrate with us."
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Allison Gardner, chief executive officer of Glasgow Film, said: "The excellent film programme celebrating GFT’s birthday is a testament to the brilliant team we have at GFT.
"I’m sad that this will be my last year celebrating our important and beautiful cinema as a staff member, but I look forward to coming back to watch films as an audience member next year.
This organisation is driven by a dedicated staff who are passionate about ‘Cinema For All’ and I am extremely proud to have worked here for over 30 years.
"Happy Birthday GFT."
Tickets for most screenings go on sale at noon on April 9.
More information can be found on the Glasgow Film website.
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