Reel Talk is a sociable neighbourhood film club designed for locals who like to get under the skin of movies (especially those bold, independent, and sometimes bewildering ones!)
There’s no film snobbery or judgement here – just a shared love of stories that challenge, move and stay with us long after the lights go up.
The night includes a pre and post screening chat – between host Pilar Nalwimba and Louis Holder (Head of Post Production at Disauthority). Special guests may also join the pair on stage. 😉
After the screening, we share perspectives over drinks and low-key activities designed to get people talking!
These include the Video Rental Store – where attendees choose a VHS, crack it open with someone else and ask each other the question inside (based around themes in the film).
Brought to you by East Croydon Cool and run in partnership with David Lean Cinema with support from Disauthority, Reel Talk ensures every screening sparks an interesting conversation.
NEXT EVENTS
Weds 13 May 2026 – details coming soon!
Weds 9 Sept 2026 – details coming soon!
Weds 2 Dec 2026 – details coming soon!
PREVIOUS EVENTS
Reel Talk – A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (Nov 2025)
For full details of the evening including photos and videos, CLICK HERE.
About Pilar Nalwimba (Host)
A Croydon resident since 2012, Pilar is a Freelance Entertainment Producer and host working with brands and broadcasters including BBC Sounds, 1Xtra, Bumble, Saatchi & Saatchi, and BritBox TV (BAFTA’s). In 2020, she won an ARIA Award from the Radio Academy for co-hosting BBC Radio 1’The Reality Tea Podcast. A lover of all things Pop Culture, Pilar has reviewed her favourite shows and interviewed leading voices from the worlds of music, TV and film. Before podcasting, Pilar worked on social media campaigns for major TV shows and advertising agencies, including ITV’s Promax Award–winning team for Love Island 2018. For more information, see: www.instagram.com/pilarofsociety/
About David Lean Cinema (Venue Partner)
Croydon’s beloved independent cinema, The David Lean Cinema is a Community Interest Company run by volunteers, dedicated to showcasing an inspiring and diverse range of films – from world cinema and art house features to cult classics, animation, and independent British productions. Named after the legendary filmmaker Sir David Lean, the cinema has become a cultural cornerstone in South London, offering audiences a unique and intimate alternative to the multiplex experience. Supported by its patron, BAFTA-winning actor Joanna Scanlan, the cinema continues to host acclaimed Q&A events with filmmakers, actors, and writers, offering film lovers exceptional opportunities for engagement. For more information, see www.davidleancinema.org.uk/.
About DISAUTHORITY (Event Partner)
DISAUTHORITY is a Croydon based post-production company that works with innovative and emerging filmmakers to bring their projects to the big screen. Run by passionate (borderline obsessive) people, their production experience includes festival-selected high end short films featuring rising talent. DISAUTHORITY supports and builds relationships with emerging artists on their journeys to debut and second features. They have a slate of high-concept genre features with a focus on global and diverse female-led narratives and an interest in pan-European co-productions. This slate balances creative integrity with commercial value with an end-to-end service supported by leading industry professionals across marketing, publicity, distribution, editorial, finance and legal.
DISAUTHORITY recognises the importance of supporting local creativity and connection through film and is proud to be a Reel Talk partner. For more information, see: www.disauthority.com/
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