Welcome to the Cinematic Time Machine, the classic film club for feminist movie enthusiasts! If you’re tired of feeling alone in your love for old movies and yearn for a community where you can freely discuss films and explore the remarkable contributions of women in the history of cinema then look no further!
Our mission is to provide an inclusive space for film enthusiasts to appreciate and recontextualize classic movies through a feminist lens
By showcasing these films and fostering discussions, we aim to bring women’s contributions to the cinematic world out of the shadows.
Our online film club is designed exclusively for feminist film fans like you, to transport you into a world where your passion for classic film is celebrated and shared!
No more feeling guilty about liking older movies, as if enjoying a film from the 1950s means you want to actually live there!
Imagine having access to a treasure trove of hidden cinematic gems that showcase the extraordinary talent of women both behind and in front of the camera to help us all discover and appreciate the incredible impact of women in the world of movies. An impact women were making before we could open bank accounts or, in some cases, even vote!
As a film fan who firmly believes in equality, I understand the joy and frustration that accompanies watching old Hollywood movies. It can be disheartening to feel alone in your love for old movies and not have anyone to discuss them with and it can be frustrating to be constantly misunderstood by people who are convinced that watching a piece of art made in the last century makes you all those things we’ve so gratefully left in the past.
Our film club provides a supportive community where you can connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for cinema from a feminist and inclusive perspective.
By joining our club, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, dive deep into the themes and messages of these films, and maybe even find yourself reflected in the stories on the silver screen.
Whether you’re a seasoned film buff or just beginning to delve into the world of classic movies, the Cinematic Time Machine is the perfect companion on your journey. Discover new favorite films, uncover hidden stories, and forge meaningful connections with a community of passionate feminist film fans.
How it works
🍿 Once you join the club, one of the first things you’ll be asked to do is join the community, so that you can meet fellow film fans and access all of the previous months movies and recipes.
🍿 Every quarter we pick a genre to enjoy so that we can dive deep into an aspect of film and really get to know it. We’ve had comedy, Film Noir and we’re now on adaptation.
🍿 And then each month you will receive a movie choice within that genre carefully selected to highlight one of the amazing women who created or starred in it. The pick will come in a pdf format with links to rent/buy online.
🍿 A live watch-party chat-along, usually on the third weekend of every month so that you can enjoy the movie in community and share your thoughts with others.
🍿 Plus you’ll receive recipes for a snack and a drink (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) to match the movie so that you can immerse yourself in the world of the film.
🍿 Access to the Secret Library of Stars, an ever growing collection of mini biographies so that you know more about who your watching.
🍿 A Mid Month Mini – a short silent movie featuring some of the earliest pioneers, like a middle of the month movie hit for the film hungry.😉
🍿 The movie selection and accompanying pdf factsheet and recipe cards will be posted in the community each month as well as emailed to you, so it’s introvert friendly too.
CURRENTLY WATCHING…
FEBRUARY |
LauraA detective falls in love with a murder victim in this classic Film Noir. |
COMING SOON…
MARCH: Women’s History Month opens our Adaptations theme with a celebration of ‘Little Women’ – all four versions (1933, 1949, 1994 & 2019)
APRIL: Truman Capote’s classic Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) starring the timeless Audrey Hepburn.
MAY: The Oscar winning adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca (1940)
JUNE: Stormy Weather (1943). An all-Black MGM musical! From the ‘40s!
If you join the club you’ll…
– Discover women’s contribution to the history of movies
– Find new favorite films
– Connect with a community of like-minded film enthusiasts
– Discuss films and explore your own identity through cinema
– All while enjoying a good snack and a nice beverage
Who is the club for?
The Club is for you if you…
– are a feminist, who believes in equality for all.
– want to be part of an inclusive environment that believes classic films can be enjoyed by all of us, not just the white cis-het male who so often seem to have made them.
– are open to viewing all types of films and genres, and maybe even discovering a new favourite somewhere unexpected.
Why is it feminist?
Because I am. I can’t separate my belief in equality from the way I view movies and I figured if I want to watch old films from a more modern perspective there must the others who do too. So why not unite and enjoy it together!
What others say:
Like the sound of it?
Join us today and let the magic of the silver screen transport you to a world where women’s contributions to film are celebrated and cherished.
And remember the first rule of film club … always talk about films!
WHAT’S INSIDE THE CLUB
JOIN MONTHLY |
ANNUAL PASS |
| Movie Pick of the Month | Movie Pick of the Month |
| Printable Snack Recipe Card | Printable Snack Recipe Card |
| Printable Drinks Recipe Cards | Printable Drinks Recipe Cards |
| Monthly Printable Movie Diary | Monthly Printable Movie Diary |
| Private Community | Private Community |
| Live Watch Party | Live Watch Party |
| Access to the Secret Library of Stars | Access to the Secret Library of Stars |
| A Mid Month Mini | A Mid Month Mini |
| ❌ – Apart from Founding Members* | Membership Card in the post |
| £7.00 | £70.00 with 2 months free! |