Fancy yourself the next George Lucas? Or maybe you see yourself as more the Coen Brothers type... the Script Factory has classes for budding film writers at all stages and they've recently added courses in television and radio too.

Fancy a night out in south-east London? Check out what's on at the O2 Millennium Dome. With an arena for big events - think music gigs and big name comedians - and a smaller stage for more intimate shows, plus a cinema, restaurants and [more...]

The Gate Cinema in Notting Hill might look a bit bland from the outside but inside it's gorgeous - the plasterwork is grade-II listed. Comfortable, too - there's [more...]

Wilton's is the world's last remaining Grand Music Hall. Hidden away in the heart of the city, it's now home to a whole range of musical events, talks, and a cinema [more...]

Major venue showing a wide range of music, theatre, dance, film and kids' events. There's a range of eateries and bars. The only problem with the place is that it's so easy to get lost!

More than just a cinema showing first run and classic films, the Ritzy in Brixton is part of its community, offering Watch With Baby showings, schools screenings and events and a kids' club. There's a great cafe that boasts live jazz, [more...]

The best of world cinema and early previews of mainstream films, plus talks and discussions.

London Film Festival

Short film comes to Soho in this festival of free film. See some of the most creative work being done in short films by newcomers and established practitioners.
More info: Soho Short Film Festival.

An eclectic mix of shorts and feature films, special events, discussions and talks by gay and lesbian film makers - serious, political or just fun and interesting.
London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival.

Take a look at the most out-there films of all during the yearly London Sci Fi Film Festival. This has it all, from big budget cgi-ed to death blockbusters to made-it-in-my-garage-for-tuppence extravaganzas. Can you pick the next Steven [more...]

This isn't just any cinema - it's the biggest screen in the country. The 3D films are a hoot (don't forget to pick up your special coloured specs on the way in, though!) but probably a one off event for most people. However, they also [more...]

Why just watch a film when you can join in? Or better yet, dress up and join in? Grab your garter belt, cinch in your corset and head down to the Prince Charles Cinema for one of their Rocky Horror Sing-a-longs... though sadly, these [more...]

If you love film but blockbusters aren't your thing, check out the annual Raindance Film Festival - it brings the best of indie film making to London. There's loads for aspiring film makers and writers too.
Raindance

Missed a great movie? Check out the Prince Charles Cinema near Leicester Square for reruns. So cheap it's ridiculous - and cheaper still if you take out a year's membership.