From 1904
to 1912 the Gaumont Film Company had
their main studio on the site of Champion Hill. Interestingly many of their
movies were filmed in the immediate neighbourhood, and one of Dulwich Hamlet’s
earliest grounds (Freeman’s Ground) – features in several early films made at
the studio.
Screenshot courtsey of BFI National Archive
In August
there will be a free outdoor screening
of some of these short silent films. This will take place in the Dog Kennel Hill Open Space (up the
steps from the Sainsburys cash machines).
Make a note in your diary
for Saturday
30th August at 8.30pm. There will be
live piano accompaniment to aid authenticity.
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