Cinema Fright Night
- Every Thursday
- Doors open at 8.30pm - Film starts at 9.00pm
- Dependent on Film Certificate
- £15.00
Step into a world of heart-pounding excitement at Cinema Fright Night – an event like no other! Picture this: you'll be nestled within the eerie embrace of the moors, surrounded by the historic walls of Bodmin Jail, as we present our spine-chilling "Movie on the Moors" extravaganza.
Brace yourself for unexpected twists and interactive elements that will leave you gasping and laughing in equal measure. Get ready to be fully immersed in the eerie atmosphere of Cinema Fright Night.
Secure your spot now and prepare for an unforgettable night of scares, laughs, and memories at Bodmin Jail's Cinema Fright Night.
Doors open at 8.30pm, concessions are available. Film begins at 9.00pm.
Full listings of our various films are available on the schedule.
Sep 2023
The Lost Boys (1987)
- Thursday 14th September
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
In the eerie town of Santa Carla, two brothers, Michael and Sam, move in with their grandfather, only to discover its dark secret: a group of rebellious vampires led by the enigmatic David.
As Michael falls for a mysterious girl named Star, he becomes entangled in their nocturnal world. Determined to save his brother, Sam teams up with vampire hunters, the Frog Brothers, to expose the truth behind The Lost Boys.
A thrilling '80s horror-comedy, the film explores friendship, family bonds, and eternal darkness, captivating audiences with its blend of humor, horror, and suspense. Get ready for an electrifying battle between good and evil in a town where vampires rule the night.
Woman In Black (2012)
- Thursday 21st September
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
A young solicitor travels to a remote village where he discovers that the vengeful ghost of a scorned woman is terrorizing the locals
Beetlejuice (1988)
- Thursday 28th September
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
After a young couple, Adam and Barbara, die in a car accident, they find themselves trapped as ghosts in their own home.
When a quirky family moves in, Adam and Barbara try to scare them away, but their efforts fail. In desperation, they seek help from the mischievous and eccentric bio-exorcist, Beetlejuice, whose chaotic antics bring chaos and humor to the afterlife.
However, things spiral out of control when Beetlejuice's antics threaten not only the living but the dead as well. In this darkly humorous fantasy-comedy, Beetlejuice unleashes a wild and zany ride of ghosts, ghouls, and otherworldly oddities, making it a cult classic that leaves audiences laughing and spooked in equal measure.
Oct 2023
The Wicker Man (1973)
- Thursday 5th October
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
A puritan Police Sergeant arrives in a Scottish island village in search of a missing girl, who the Pagan locals claim never existed
Halloween (1978)
- Thursday 12th October
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again.
Trick 'R Treat (2007)
- Thursday 19th October
- Film starts at 9.00pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
Hocus Pocus (1993)
- Tuesday 24th October
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
Three witch sisters, resurrected on Halloween night, wreak havoc in Salem, Massachusetts.
After accidentally freeing them, Max, a skeptical teenager, his witty younger sister Dani, and their newfound friend Allison must stop the mischievous witches before they drain the town's children of their life force.
With time running out, the trio embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with spells, scares, and hilarious antics, aided by a mystical black cat named Binx.
Together, they face the bewitching challenges of the night and discover the true power of courage, friendship, and believing in the magic within.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
- Thursday 26th October
- Film starts at 9pm
- Suitable for 15yrs+
A straight-laced couple, Brad and Janet, find themselves stranded at a creepy mansion during a stormy night. Inside, they encounter a bizarre and flamboyant group of characters led by the seductive and eccentric Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As the night unfolds, they are pulled into a world of cross-dressing, musical extravaganzas, and mad science.
Caught in a whirlwind of transgressive and campy performances, Brad and Janet experience a journey of self-discovery and sexual liberation. The film's cult status is fueled by its catchy musical numbers, outrageous characters, and audience participation during midnight screenings.
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is a unique blend of sci-fi, horror, and musical genres, breaking conventions and embracing individuality, making it an enduring celebration of acceptance, freedom, and creative expression.
