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The impact of Thomas the Tank Engine. You call him a train: they call him a friend.
sat 21 feb
12pm
The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud, GL5 3SS
£8 (pay it forward) / £6 (standard) / £4 (low income/cost of living affected)
The location of this film screening is particularly poignant. Rodborough was the home of Rev W Awdry, creator of the Thomas the Tank Engine and The Railway Series books which recently celebrated their 80th anniversary. This fan documentary takes an intimate look at the impact of the popular children’s television series Thomas & Friends on an entire generation of adult fans.
Fans from around the world and different walks of life, reflect on their love for the show, and how it has forever changed the course of their lives.
Followed by Q&A with a panel of local residents.
Release date 2023
Directed by Brannon Carty
Genre Documentary
Origin: United States