What's been your favorite part of GRINDFEST? Tell us by the media wall! 📣 Whether it's your first time or you're a seasoned pro, we love what you have to say about our fest!👋

If you’ve never been to @dirtinthegate.bsky.social’s Grindfest, you owe it to yourself to remedy that error.

Brainscan on 35mm is a delight to behold. @dirtinthegate.bsky.social

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We love a hybrid of genres so it was great to see western horror Dead Birds on the big screen for the first time at @dirtinthegate.bsky.social’s Grindfest.

On the train for Christchurch for Grindfest.... @dirtinthegate.bsky.social

For the next three days, we're feasting our eyes on a cinematic smorgasbord of all things celluloid. 🎞️✨ This is your last chance to grab your tickets so snatch the last remaining 3-day or 1-day passes now 🎟️👉 linktr.ee/dirtinthegate See you tonight GRINDFESTERS! 🥳🎞️📽️

Several of us will be at Grindfest, introducing various films - see you there! #horrorNU

An action packed weekend is about to happen for #TheBirdwatcherFilm in both the UK and USA. On Saturday (across timezones) we're at @dirtinthegate.bsky.social's #GRINDFEST in Dorset, UK and then @hplff.bsky.social in Porland, OR, USA. Amazing festivals supporting independent cinema! Thank you both.

If you need us this weekend, we'll be here.

💥 THIS WEEKEND! 💥 It’s time to ditch the streamers, assemble your posse and share our love for cinema in its purest form! The GRINDFEST FILM FESTIVAL is upon us!

Prepare to get into your GRINDFEST groove on Spotify! These bangers will also be playing throughout the weekend at the Regent in the foyer and between the movies to keep you in the zone!

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The #35mm prints are in, checked, assembled and the projector oil topped up. We're ready to get our GRIND ON next Friday. Are you? Remember, It's only a movie, it's only a movie.. Limited 3 day passes available -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

☑️ 3D Lens alignment check ☑️ Don’t miss Charles Band’s PARASITE 3D (1982) screening from an original over/under 35mm 3D print Sunday 21st September at GRINDFEST!

'TIME TO WATCH!' Genre Short Film form doesn't get much better than this. Especially when we receive a BRAND NEW #35mm print to screen! Experience @mike-williamson.bsky.social Mike Williamson’s MR STATIC in #35mm 5.1 Dolby Digital audio at GRINDFEST! Screening ahead of XTRO.

We are delighted to welcome Dr Nia Edwards-Behi (she/her) who is co-director of @abertoirfest.bsky.social, Wales’ International Horror Festival to GRINDFEST and will be joining the Round Table discussion on Women In Horror ahead of Mary Harron's AMERICAN PSYCHO.

Dr Johnny Walker is Associate Professor at Northumbria University. We're thrilled to welcome Johnny at GRINDFEST and introduce XTRO, the perfect late night horror classic!

GRINDFESTERS can quench their thirst and chat with fellow film fans at The Regent's circle bar with a variety of specialist movie themed beers from the awesome folk at Drop the Anchor Brewery during the weekend!

How are you getting to GRINDFEST? 🚂💨 Getting to GRINDFEST is easy with options including a short walk from the train station 🚆, buses that stop right in the town centre 🚍 and several nearby car parks for drivers 🚘.

Tune into #Stereounderground with the awesome Richard Latto! Today we’re on the show talking all things GRINDFEST and why #35mm is so special.

Are you ready to get your GRIND ON? DREAMSCAPE (1984) opens GRINDFEST from a gorgeous U.S. theatrical #35mm print on Friday 19th September at 17:30!

Satisfying all your #35mm genre needs!

This summer BIFA (British Independent Film Awards) launched Cinema Of Year with over 130 cinemas taking part. The Regent Christchurch is in the running! Together, let’s put this iconic art deco venue with its fabulous team of staff and volunteers on the cinematic map!

Level up your weekend plans 💊 Catch THE MATRIX with us in its native #35mm format this weekend! Jump in here -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

Who’s ready to crank up the volume? 🕶️🎸 We’re thrilled to welcome back Rebecca Nicole Williams, aka The Celluloid Sorceress, to GRINDFEST for a rare appearance celebrating the loud, lewd, and cult-loved The Adventures of Ford Fairlane (1990)! --->>> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

TOMORROW NIGHT! - linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

This Saturday THE MATRIX screens at The Regent from a STUNNING #35mm print! Jump in for tickets here -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate Proudly supported by @filmhubsw.bsky.social bringing more films to more audiences!

GRINDFEST wouldn't be GRINDFEST without the incredible artwork from our key partner, @deadgoodtees.bsky.social We're kindred spirits when it comes to a joint vision dedicated to classic genre cinema :) This is our FOURTH year of collaborating and look forward to many more!

NEXT SATURDAY! Building up to GRINDFEST, the south’s biggest cinematic experience devoted to film next month, don’t miss THE MATRIX screening from an immaculate #35mm print! ‘Welcome to the real world’ -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

☎️ Who ya gonna call? We're delighted to announce duo Claire Bueno and Anthony Bueno will be attending GRINDFEST this year promoting their fantastic documented work around #GHOSTBUSTERS! Drop by the The Regent during the fest and say hi! 👋

We're approaching the last reel for submissions to GRINDFEST 2025! The team has seen some spectacular entries, BUT there's still time to send us a film if you think it will excite, thrill and entertain us AND the GRINDFEST audience alongside 35mm genre heavyweights!

Not long now.. #35mm #filmonfilm @filmhubsw.bsky.social @vinsyn.bsky.social @horrorstudies.bsky.social @northumbriauni.bsky.social

BIG filmic thumbs up to @bournemouthecho.bsky.social, @filmhubsw.bsky.social, @abertoirfest.bsky.social, @horrorstudies.bsky.social #vinegarsyndrome and of course the beautiful art deco Regent for your much valued support in making GRINDFEST an ongoing key event in the film festival calendar!

Coming December!

#35mm print preparation continues.. Don’t miss New Zealand’s break out Sci-Fi classic at GRINDFEST ! -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

No hints, no clues. Just what will the GRINDFEST MYSTERY MOVIE be? Find out Saturday 20th September 21:15 hrs. Be there. -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

New on @letterboxd.social! Nia reflects on the rise of 'women in horror' in the past 15 years ahead of an appearance at @dirtinthegate.bsky.social's Grindfest VII: letterboxd.com/abertoir/sto...

GRINDFEST #35mm print checking and assembly continues! #3D #demimoore

“SHARK!” Jaws 3D was the second #35mm over/under 1980’s 3D title we’ve screened at The Regent. It’s been technically challenging but having such a fabulous audience made everything worth it. Thanks for coming to Sea World everyone! “You’re talkin’ about some damn sharks mutha?” 🦈

Old #35mm film can finds.. #TwilightZone

#35mm prints are arriving and being prepared! GRINDFEST is getting REEL close. Get your pass for a piece of unforgettable celluloid action here while you still can --> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

James Cameron's T2 closes out GRINDFEST 2025 from #35mm! Don't miss out, tickets are going quicker than you can say 'Hasta la vista, baby!' -->> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

Legendary artist Chris R Wright aka Brawling with My Biro will be at GRINDFEST in person (uncensored) with a selection of his incredible movie themed artwork available to purchase. Drop by The Regent 19-21st September and say hi!

‘I’m not leaving here without the gold..’ A group of confederate soldiers hole up in an abandoned plantation and succumb to supernatural forces. Don’t miss Alex Turner’s 2004 modern classic, DEAD BIRDS from a stunning #35mm print at GRINDFEST !

Chuck Russell’s practical FX masterpiece THE BLOB was released in U.S. theatres on this day in 1988.

Are your ready to get your GRIND ON? Tix for the ultimate #filmonfilm genre fest -> linktr.ee/dirtinthegate

Is Zac Hobson the last man on Earth? New Zealand's breakout Sci-Fi classic, THE QUIET EARTH screens from a stunning #35mm print this September! Give the streamers a break, experience cinema in it's purest form at GRINDFEST!

Kojak. Columbo. Dirty Harry. Wimps. Renny Harlin's wild 1990 flick shoehorned into production between DIE HARD II and CLIFFHANGER, don't miss THE ADVENTURES OF FORD FAIRLANE from a stunning anamorphic #35mm print at GRINDFEST!