S/He Is Still Her/E – The Official Genesis P-Orridge Doc

Over the summer we will be bringing you Summer Music Meltdown 2025, with classic music films ranging from soul, punk, reggae, jazz and Americana - this year including some choices from legendary DJ Wendy May.

Genesis P-Orridge, of Throbbing Gristle, and the music and performance art collective Coum Transmissions, lived their art to the extreme. This intimate documentary captures P-Orridge’s final year, revealing the sacrifices and payoffs of a life beyond boundaries. Featuring William Burroughs and Timothy Leary, alongside never-before-seen archival footage, it’s an authorised yet raw portrayal of a pioneering artist, musician and gender revolutionary.

Also featuring Brion Gyson, Alice Genese (Psychic TV), David J (Bauhaus/Love and Rockets), Nepalese monks, African witch doctors, and a special cameo by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, plus never-before-seen archival treasures, including performances from Throbbing Gristle and Psychic TV.

Supported by Hastings and Rother Rainbow Alliance and Peccadillo Pictures.

Relaxed screening: Sat 19 July, 3pm

Relaxed screenings* for neurodivergent audiences - lone wolves, werewolves and other prodigies welcome.

*Lights up, sound down and freedom to move around.

Once a month on Saturday afternoons at 3pm (doors open at 2.30pm).

Bring a trusted friend for free:

Tickets for our Autism-friendly screenings are £10 - and with our double ticket option you can bring a trusted friend along for free! Or come along on your own and meet some friendly faces eager to enjoy cinema in a relaxed environment.

In partnership with Aspens Roebuck Enterprises* we are able to provide 10 FREE parking spaces available from 2pm - 6pm  for monthly relaxed screening customers on a first come first served basis.Just email Paula.Taylor@aspens.org.uk to request one.

Aspens Roebuck Enterprises in Hastings offers a variety of creative and skills workshops for people on the autism spectrum, providing development and enjoyment and the opportunity to sell their products - including the delicious artisan cake we serve each week at The Electric Palace.

About our Autism-friendly 'relaxed' screenings:

An Autism-friendly screening is where people can watch a film in a relaxed environment.

They are different from regular film screenings because:

• the lights are low instead of completely off, so you can still see where you're going
• the volume is a little lower than a standard screening
• you can move around the cinema freely as you wish during the screening
• you can leave the cinema room during the screening and return without having to worry
• you can make noise, stim, and enjoy yourself
• there is a friendly atmosphere
• there are people around if you need any help

These screenings are for anyone who would feel safe and welcome in this environment.

At Electric Palace, we think the cinema should be for everyone, that's why we offer Autism-friendly screenings.

Inside the Electric Palace

Learn more about the Electric Palace and what you can expect in our short video.

With thanks to filmmaker Sam Sharples and The Equatorial Group for providing the music.

How you can support the Electric Palace:

• Book a ticket to a screening.
• Become an official Friend of the Electric Palace
• Hire the cinema for a private party
• Buy a gift voucher
• Donate to the cinema
• Sign up to receive our enewsletter
• Play our piano before a screening and see the film for free!
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• Find out more about our ticket prices
• Problem booking online? See our FAQs

Thank you.