West Suffolk College student film screening to take place at Bury St Edmunds’ Abbeygate Cinema on June 26

Filmmakers of the future are getting ready to showcase their work during a night at the movies in Bury St Edmunds.

Film and media students from West Suffolk College will be rolling out the red carpet when they host the screening at Abbeygate Cinema on Thursday, June 26.

The free event, from 5pm to 8pm, is open to the public and will include a wide variety of work by the students incorporating genres such as action and horror.

Ben Pryke, media course director at West Suffolk College, said: “The film and media cohort of 2023/25 have just completed their course and this moment is a perfect opportunity to celebrate their incredible journey and achievements.

“A special thank you goes to student Charlie Scott-Bell for organising this screening and bringing it all together.

“This event is open to everyone, and we would be delighted to have you join us at the iconic Abbeygate Cinema.”

Ben added: “Tickets are on a first come first served basis. Please note that some of the films may contain themes or content unsuitable for younger audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.”

Charlie Scott-Bell, one of the directors, recently spent time working on the new series of the Apple TV drama Slow Horses.

Charlie, 19, from Blo’ Norton, north of Rickinghall, said: “The last two years have been an amazing journey for everyone in the class. It’s been a privilege to bring everyone’s work to the big screen.

“Our whole class is one of a kind, led by the incredible Ben (Pryke). The creativity of everyone is absolutely off the scale.”

Student Spencer Brown, 19, from near Diss, will also be attending and showing some of his work.

Spencer said: “I’m proud to be a part of the class of 2025. This night of film at the Abbeygate Cinema will be epic.”