Attention Movie Lovers, Films At The Fort is Back After a 3-Year Hiatus

Queues for the latest blockbusters are often seen at Cathay Cineplexes, Shaw Theatres, and Golden Village. Change the scenery and enjoy the cool breeze as you take your date on a romantic outdoor cinema experience at Fort Canning.

Its three-year hiatus may be due to the pandemic, but the long wait is over. The eighth edition of Films At The Fort will be airing eleven films daily from 10 to 21 August 2022. It will take place at Fort Canning’s restored amphitheatre and will be presented by Casillero del Diablo. All movies will begin at 7:45pm and the gates will be opening at 5pm. As a friendly reminder, you can enter the gates early to secure good seats. You can look forward to live performances by DJs and instrumentalists as you wait for the films to start.

TICKETS AND OTHER DETAILS

Tickets are currently sold for S$36.80 per person (exclusive of GST). Apart from tickets, you can enjoy quick bites from The Providore to enjoy deli platters, burgers, popcorns, mains, beverages, and ice cream. What’s more? There is also a fully stocked bar that sells wine, sparkling wine, beer, and cider.

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Event-exclusive menu includes Grass-Fed Beef Burger (S$24.50), piping-hot Hand-Stretched Pizza (S$22.50), Charcuterie Platters (S$23.50), and Cheese Croquetas (S$14.50). You can share these delicious snacks with your friends and loved ones as you enjoy the show.

SCHEDULE OF MOVIES

To give you a preview of what is to come, here are all the movies that will be showing at the Films At The Fort event:

Aug. 10 – Official Competition
Aug. 11 – The Survivor
Aug. 12 – Licorice Pizza
Aug. 13 – The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Aug. 14 – Everything Everywhere All at Once
Aug. 16 – Petite Maman
Aug. 17 – Operation Mincemeat
Aug. 18 – A Hero
Aug. 19 – Another Round
Aug. 20 – Forrest Gump
Aug. 21 – Ali & Ava

As an added bonus, you can purchase reusable inflatable cushions during checkout at S$14 or S$16 when you purchase it on the event day. Alternatively, you can bring along your favorite picnic mat and save some bucks.

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Address: Fort Canning Green, River Valley Road, Singapore 179037
Website: filmsatthefort.com.sg

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4 Ways To Catch Good Movies In Singapore, For Free

1. AT THE CHANGI AIRPORT

If your flight is delayed for another 3-6 hours then, it will give you enough time to catch 2-3 movies at the Changi Airport, free-of-charge! The Changi Airport boasts their 24-hour cinemas that screen the Fox Movies Premium Channel at Terminal 2 and the latest movies of various genres at Terminal 3. Whoever said that getting stuck in a transit for hours could not be great…clearly has never been to ours!

Image Credits: www.changiairport.com

Image Credits: www.changiairport.com

 

Terminal 2 is located near the Sunflower Garden at Departure Transit Lounge South while the Terminal 3 is near the Ambassador Transit Lounge at Departure Transit Lounge North. To know more about what the airport has to offer visit: changiairport.com

2. AT THE LOCAL LIBRARY

Aside from a wide array of books and electronic resources at the National Libraries, you can enjoy the beauty of performing arts especially at the “library@esplanade”. The library@esplanade offers services in the areas of dance, music, theatre, and film by providing an extensive collection of printed and non-printed resources.

It enables you to watch family friendly, classical, indie, and foreign movies for free! This shall foster learning, innovation, and creativity. They typically show films every first Wednesday of the month. For more information visit: nlb.gov.sg.

For the meantime, you may check out Queenstown Public Library’s moving screening of the “Earth From Space” documentary on May 30.

3. AT THE OUTDOORS

Looking for a perfect first date experience? Look no more as MovieMob brings you the premier outdoor movie screenings that would not cost you a cent! MovieMob, an acclaimed Outdoor Movie Specialist, screens movies to various locations around Singapore.

Since 2009, they have had about 200 drive-in cars per event and up to 800 pax per Picnic event. The overwhelming numbers is due to the fact not it showcases a unique movie experience and that you can vote which movie to watch.

A gentle reminder: arrive early to secure the best spots. Screenings are typically held every third or fourth weekend of the month. So, stay updated by visiting: facebook.com/apemoviemob.

4. AT YOUR HOME

I for one love the experience of watching movies in my own home. It gives me a chance to rewind or pause scenes whenever I need to. Also, I do not have to worry about laughing so hard or dressing up for countless minutes. What is my secret? 1 word…YouTube.

Catch a free flick or two in the comforts of your own home by watching at YouTube’s Movies playlist at youtube.com/user/YouTubeMoviesWW. It has a myriad of films that are Russian, English, Hindi, Dutch, Tamil, Korean, French, and so much more. The films under this playlist are legal as they are copyright supported.

Are you a fan of Drama and Romance movies? Well, this classic film entitled “The Last Time I Saw Paris”, starring the legendary Elizabeth Taylor, will be worth your time.

 

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