In the wake of the tragic events in Orlando, Liverpool’s Odeon cinema will hold a special charity screenings of hit British film Pride.
Following requests from the LGBT+ community, including Rooftop Film Club and Stonewall UK, Odeon will be donating all money raised from ticket sales of the film to Stonewall UK – the country’s leading LGBT+ support charity.
Originally released in 2014 to critical acclaim, Pride and was nominated for three BAFTAs. Starring Bill Nighy, Andrew Scott and Imelda Staunton, it is based on the true story of gay and lesbian activists who raised money for a community in Wales that was being affected by the 1984 miners’ strikes.
Liverpool One will be one of five Odeon cinemas across the UK that will screen the film on Tuesday 5 July.
Andy Edge, Commercial Director at Odeon, said: “At Odeon, nothing is more important to us than listening to our guests and what they want on the big screen.
“Stonewall UK contacted us to request the screenings after many people had got in touch with them.
“The LGBT+ community has shown enormous strength and unity in the wake of the events in Orlando and we hope these screenings can raise funds for Stonewall UK so they can continue to spread their message of ‘acceptance without exception.”
“We hope as many guests as possible will join us to help raise money for a fantastic cause and enjoy the incredible story that is told in Pride.”
Tickets are on sale now, and can be booked via the Odeon website.