Celebrate 80 years of David Lean’s Brief Encounter with a special double‑bill screening at Picturehouse Cinemas. The timeless 1945 classic is followed by Briefest Encounters, a new documentary uncovering the remarkable real‑life love story hidden behind the film.

Journalist Joanna Crosse reveals the secret past of her grandfather, actor Cyril Raymond, through letters, diaries and archive material — tracing how an off‑screen “brief encounter” between two actors led to a child born out of wedlock and later adopted without ever knowing his origins.

Described as “spellbinding”, “exquisitely crafted” and “a triumph”, the documentary offers extraordinary insight into the emotional truth that has made Brief Encounter endure for generations.

The screening includes a Q&A with Joanna Crosse and Luke Taylor of Meaningful Films.

Exclusive Offer for Experience Henley Card Members

Experience Henley Card members can enjoy:

• Concession priced tickets
• 10% discount at the bar

It’s the perfect excuse to discover — or rediscover — this wonderful local gem.

If you’re not yet a member, you can purchase the Experience Henley Card and download the app via the Experience Henley website. Simply search Experience Henley in your app store.