Good Friday screening - meet the director - plus, new date added for Sat 30 March!
Vindication Swim
Swimming season continues the true story of Mercedes Gleitze who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Includes a Q&A with director of the film, and shots filmed in Hastings!
Director: Elliot Hasler
Cast includes: Douglas Hodge, Mike Skinner, Kirsten Callaghan, Victoria Summer, John Locke
Meet the director for a Q&A
2 hours 3 mins / 2024 / uk
NEW DATE ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Book now for Saturday 30 March, 2.30pm (NB the new Saturday screening does not include the Q&A).
The inspirational true story of Brightonian Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel and her struggles against both the cold waters of the Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England. Ater a rival comes forward claiming to have accomplished Mercedes' hard fought title, she is forced into battle to retain her record and her legacy.
The film comes with strong connections to Hastings due to the many scenes filmed here.
Part of our swimming season and the screening includes a special Q&A with the film's director.
"Beautifully shot and very moving" The Lady
You might also be interested in our upcoming screening of Wild Water, plus Glitter and Storm.
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