EXPERIENCE CHILLS IN THE CHAPEL THIS HALLOWEEN
– Jameson Cult Film Club brings you cult horror in a creepy church-

This Halloween Jameson Cult Film Club presents four freakishly frightening cult horror movies screened in an eerie church in Islington. Starting on Wednesday 28th October, cult film fans can enjoy a selection of classic horrors set amongst the crucifixes and gargoyles of Union Chapel as part of Chills in the Chapel. The ‘screamings’ will take place over four consecutive evenings culminating in the ultimate Halloween cult horror movie shown on the ghoulish night itself:

 Wednesday 28th October – An American Werewolf in London (1981) – Winner of the 1981 Saturn Award for Best Horror Film, this movie follows the story of two American college students whose backpacking adventure turns into a nightmare when they are brutally attacked
 Thursday 29th October – Dracula (1958) – This cult British movie was the first of many Hammer Horrors inspired by Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula and is still widely regarded amongst cult film fans
 Friday 30th October – Colin – This zombie flick wowed critics at the Cannes Film Festival this year after Welsh director Marc Price revealed the movie’s total budget of just £45
 Saturday 31st October – Halloween (1978) – This American independent horror film set in the fictional town of Haddonfield, Illinois went on to become one of the most profitable independent movies at the time

Guests arriving at 6.30pm will be greeted by a terrifyingly interactive experience immediately transporting them into the chilling world of the cult film being screened that evening. Before the movies begin at 7.45pm, guests can enjoy pre-screening entertainment based on key elements of the movie along with complimentary Jameson cocktails. Is it true that Dracula will turn to dust at the sight of a crucifix? Will Michael Myers find Laurie in the closet? Do Lycans really have a taste for Londoners? Stick around to find out. Additional surprises appearing throughout the night will be sure to send a shiver down the spine before the evening ends. It’s not for the faint hearted!

This is all part of Jameson’s adventure with film across the capital. For further information about the Cult Film Club, Chills in the Chapel, and to apply for tickets, visit the new blog at www.jamesoncultfilmclub.com. As well as information on all forthcoming screenings, competitions and prizes, film fans can discuss and debate favourite cult films on the blog, as well as sign up to join in the conversations on Facebook and Twitter.
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For further press information please contact:
Adam English, Charlotte Brooks or Abi Cocker at Launch Group
020 7758 3900 / jamesoncultfilmclub@launchgroup.co.uk

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Union Chapel, Islington

Union Chapel is a Grade II listed building on the east side of Upper Street, Islington and is one of the area’s most important buildings.

In 1991, Union Chapel Project was formed as a charity devoted to restoring and running the building and making its facilities available to a diverse group of people. It has become an award winning venue, regarded as one of the best places in London to experience entertainment. It offers an independent,  non-profit making, naturally chilled-out environment, in which to experience the ultimate fusion of atmospheric high gothic surroundings and entertainment.

The church tower suffered damage in the Second World War and the Bath stone and brickwork is badly decayed as a result. The spire has also suffered a number of lightning strikes in recent years and the upper parts of the tower must now be repaired urgently. Donations of any amount would be gratefully received. Visit www.unionchapel.org.uk for more information.

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