Relax, Unplug, and Enjoy a Film at Harlow Central Library

Posted on: December 28, 2025

Looking for a calm and culture-filled way to spend your Saturday afternoons? Screentime Free Film Club invites you to step away from everyday distractions and enjoy a thoughtfully curated film screening each week at Harlow Central Library.

Taking place every Saturday from 2.00 – 4.00 pm, the club offers free film screenings in a welcoming, friendly environment. There’s no need to book—just turn up, take a seat, and enjoy. Refreshments are available at a small charge, making it the perfect excuse to settle in and unwind.

The programme showcases a diverse range of classic, international, and independent films, offering something a little different from mainstream cinema and a great opportunity to discover hidden gems from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned film lover or simply curious to try something new, you’ll find a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere.

So why not make it part of your weekend routine? Drop in, switch off your screens, and let the film take you somewhere new.

Every Saturday | 2.00 – 4.00 pm | Free entry

Film Programme 3rd Jan – 7th Mar (1)

  • Saturday 3 JanuaryLured (1947): A gripping film noir set in London, starring Lucille Ball as a dancer helping Scotland Yard track a serial killer.

  • Saturday 10 JanuaryDon’t Ever Open That Door (1952): A dark Argentinian noir featuring two tense crime stories, shown with English subtitles.

  • Saturday 17 JanuaryThe Long Farewell (1971): A haunting, dreamlike Russian drama exploring the fractured bond between a mother and son.

  • Saturday 24 JanuaryStella Dallas (1937): A classic Hollywood melodrama about love, sacrifice, and motherhood.

  • Saturday 31 JanuaryThe Southerner (1945): Jean Renoir’s moving portrait of a Texas family striving for independence against the odds.

  • Saturday 7 FebruaryThe Creatures (1966): An imaginative French film by Agnès Varda, blending reality and science fiction.

  • Saturday 14 FebruaryA Game Without Rules (1967): A gritty Czechoslovak crime drama full of intrigue and moral ambiguity.

  • Saturday 21 FebruaryTitanic Waltz (1964): A sharp Romanian comedy satirising politics, family life, and ambition.

Author: Emily Smith
Posted:
Categories: Events, News

Leave a Reply

Related Posts

This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating the power of connection, support and community

Across Essex, incredible women are leading groups, running services, supporting families, championing wellbeing and creating safe spaces for others to thrive — and you can find them all in one place on 👉 https://www.essexmap.co.uk/ The Essex Map is a free directory designed to help residents discover local community groups, charities and activities that make a
Read more…

Read more...

A Web for All: Free Webinar on Making Your Website Accessible

If your website isn’t accessible, you could be unintentionally shutting people out. Accessibility isn’t just a technical requirement – it’s about making sure everyone can use and benefit from your website, including people with disabilities, older users, and those accessing services in different ways. To help organisations take practical steps towards more inclusive digital spaces,
Read more…

Read more...

Harlow Library Free Film Club

Looking for a cosy weekend activity? Harlow Library are hosting Screentime Free Film Club every Saturday from 2pm – 4pm in the ACL Classrooms. No need to book, and refreshments available at a small charge. Perfect for a relaxed Saturday afternoon. Films showing include: Saturday 28th February – Compañeros (1970) Spaghetti Western with great Morricone
Read more…

Read more...