In the Mood for Film

18/06/2026

In The Mood For Film Presents...

We've been taking a look through some of our favourite Letterboxd reviews for Carnival of Souls and they perfectly capture why this film has endured as a cult classic.

"Like a dream you know is going wrong, but can't wake up from."

"The kind of film that gets under your skin and stays there."

"Proof that atmosphere can be far more terrifying than gore."

"An eerie masterpiece that feels decades ahead of its time."

It's a film that continues to surprise first-time viewers and reward repeat watches, with each person finding something slightly different in its strange and unsettling world.

If you've never seen Carnival of Souls before, there's no better way to experience it than on the big screen. And if you have seen it before, this is the perfect opportunity to revisit one of horror's most influential cult films with a room full of fellow film lovers.

Join us for our Sunday Matinee screening of Carnival of Souls on Sunday 28th June at 2pm at Doncaster Little Theatre.

Tickets are available now.

https://doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk/events/film-carnival-of-souls/

Ditch your Sunday Roast for some Sunday Ghost.

16/06/2026

🎭 In The Mood For Film Presents 🎭

Think you know Carnival of Souls?

This week we're sharing 5 fascinating facts about one of the most influential cult horror films ever made. From its shoestring budget to the lasting impact it's had on generations of filmmakers, there are plenty of surprises hiding behind this eerie classic.

If the reel leaves you wanting more, why not experience the film the way it was meant to be seen?

👻 Join us for our screening of Carnival of Souls
📅 Sunday 28th June
🕑 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets available now
https://doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk/events/film-carnival-of-souls/

There's something special about watching this haunting masterpiece on the big screen, surrounded by fellow film lovers. Its dreamlike atmosphere, unsettling imagery and unforgettable organ score make for an experience that's impossible to recreate at home.

So watch the reel, learn a few facts, then come and see why this cult classic continues to captivate audiences more than 60 years after its release.

Ditch your Sunday Roast for some Sunday Ghost.

12/06/2026

A Landmark of Independent Horror Cinema

Before modern psychological horror, there was Carnival of Souls.

Join us on Sunday 28th June at 2pm at Doncaster Little Theatre for a screening of the 1962 cult classic that has fascinated film lovers, critics, and filmmakers for decades.

Made on a shoestring budget yet rich in atmosphere and visual invention, Carnival of Souls stands as one of the great achievements of independent American cinema. Its dreamlike imagery, unconventional narrative, and unsettling mood have influenced generations of filmmakers and helped secure its reputation as a true cult masterpiece.

Whether you're a dedicated cinephile, a fan of classic horror, or simply curious to experience a genuinely unique piece of film history on the big screen, this is a rare opportunity to see a landmark work of independent cinema as it was meant to be seen.

And if the film itself isn't enough to tempt you...

Everyone attending will receive a special lobby card featuring a password that unlocks one month's priority access to tickets for our Christmas screening before they go on general sale.

🎬 Carnival of Souls (1962)
📍 Doncaster Little Theatre
📅 Sunday 28th June
🕑 2pm

Come and discover why this singular film continues to be discussed, analysed, and celebrated more than sixty years after its release.

🎟️ Tickets available now.

https://doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk/events/film-carnival-of-souls/

11/06/2026

Go on then - whats the greatest film soundtrack of all time?

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09/06/2026

In The Mood For Film presents… Carnival of Souls 👻

Ditch your Sunday Roast for some Sunday Ghost.

Join us on Sunday 28th June at 2PM at Doncaster Little Theatre for a special Sunday Matinee screening of Carnival of Souls, one of the eeriest, strangest and most haunting cult horror films ever made.

Released in 1962 and hugely influential on everything from David Lynch to modern psychological horror, Carnival of Souls is the kind of film that gets under your skin and stays there. Creeping atmosphere, unforgettable imagery, and a sense of dread that never lets up. This is exactly the kind of film that deserves to be experienced in a dark cinema with an audience.

Streaming at home can’t recreate that feeling. The sound, the shadows, the tension, the shared reactions in the room… some films were made for the big screen, and Carnival of Souls is absolutely one of them.

As always with In The Mood For Film:
👻 Presented introduction before the film
👻 No adverts
👻 Special short film before the feature
👻 Exclusive lobby card designed by
👻 Friendly film loving audience
👻 A proper cinema experience

Whether you’re discovering it for the first time or revisiting a horror classic, come spend your Sunday afternoon with us in the strangest carnival around…

Tickets available now.

https://doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk/events/film-carnival-of-souls/

04/06/2026

A few exciting updates from us here at In The Mood For Film!

As we head towards our final screening before the summer break, we're already busy working away behind the scenes on what's next for the club. From new podcast episodes to future screenings, there's plenty to look forward to in the second half of 2026.

One announcement we're particularly excited about is our Christmas Screening, which will be officially revealed at our screening of Carnival of Souls on Sunday 28th June.

As a thank you to everyone who has supported us throughout the first half of 2026, attendees at Carnival of Souls will receive a special password on their lobby card. This password will unlock exclusive early access to Christmas Screening tickets a full month before they go on general sale.

It's our way of saying thank you to the loyal audience who continue to choose the big-screen experience and support independent community cinema in Doncaster.

If you've been with us throughout the year, this one's for you.

🎟 Carnival of Souls - https://doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk/events/film-carnival-of-souls/
📅 Sunday 28th June
🕑 2:00pm (Sunday Matinee)

Ditch your Sunday roast for some Sunday ghost... and be the first to discover what festive treat we've got planned for Christmas.

03/06/2026

👻 PARENTAL GUIDE: CARNIVAL OF SOULS 👻

Thinking of joining us for our screening of Carnival of Souls on Sunday 28th June? Here's a quick guide for parents and guardians.

While Carnival of Souls is rated U, it was made in 1962 and remains one of the eeriest and most atmospheric horror films ever created.

What to expect:

👻 Creepy and unsettling imagery throughout

🎠 A haunting abandoned carnival setting

😱 Occasional frightening appearances from the mysterious "Man"

🚗 A car accident sequence at the start of the film

🖤 Themes of isolation, death and the supernatural

🩸 No gore, graphic violence or strong language

❤️ No sexual content

The film relies on atmosphere, tension and a feeling that something isn't quite right rather than jump scares or graphic horror. Most older children who enjoy spooky stories should be absolutely fine, but younger viewers who are sensitive to eerie imagery may find some moments unsettling.

If your idea of horror is buckets of blood and endless jump scares, Carnival of Souls isn't that kind of film. It's a chilling, dreamlike experience that helped inspire generations of filmmakers.

📅 Sunday 28th June
🕑 2:00pm (Sunday Matinee)
📍 Doncaster Little Theatre

🎟 Free lobby card
🎬 Exclusive short film before the feature
🎤 Introduction and presentation from the In The Mood For Film team
🚫 No adverts

Ditch your Sunday Roast for some Sunday Ghost and experience one of the most influential horror films ever made on the big screen. 👻🍿

01/06/2026

🎙️ AVAILABLE NOW 🎙️

Our latest podcast episode is out now, and this month we're heading back to North Shore High for a deep dive into the iconic teen comedy-drama, Mean Girls.

We explore why the film has remained a cultural phenomenon for more than 20 years, its sharp satire of high school social hierarchies, and why audiences continue to quote it to this day.

As always, we've each brought along an associated watch to accompany the main feature:

📚 Donald's pick: Heathers
Chosen for its dark, biting take on teenage popularity and cliques. Without Heathers, it's difficult to imagine Mean Girls becoming the film it did.

🎵 Wesley's pick: Grease
Selected as one of the defining high school films of all time, exploring teenage identity, peer pressure, romance and the desire to fit in.

🗳️ Rob's pick: Election
A razor-sharp satire of ambition, popularity and social politics that feels like a natural companion piece to Mean Girls' look at power struggles in school life.

Whether you're a longtime fan or watching Mean Girls again with fresh eyes, there's plenty to discuss.

You can find the podcast through the QR codes above, or simply search **"In The Mood For Film"** on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

So don't be a Plastic... grab your headphones, hit play, and join the conversation. 💖🎧

31/05/2026

Read our co-founder Rob Johnson’s gushing review of Mean Girls here:

'Oh my God, Karen, you can't just ask people why they're white...'

30/05/2026

Something exciting is coming this Christmas... 🎄🎬

We're now in the final stages of organising our Christmas screening, and this year we'll be bringing it to a brand-new iconic local venue. We can't reveal everything just yet, but trust us when we say it's going to be something special.

As always, we're committed to keeping as much of what we do within our local community as possible, so we're delighted to be working with the fantastic team at AVL Event Production , who will be providing all of our screen and sound services for the event.

Many of you will already know AVL through their continued support of Doncaster Little Theatre , where they generously volunteer their time and expertise. We're thrilled to have them on board and helping us create what promises to be a magical festive cinema experience.

More details coming soon... 👀🎅🎥

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