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This month sees the launch of Everyman Cinema’s new programme of late-night screenings, which will be showcasing a variety of iconic films throughout September and October. For fans wanting to re-live the experience of watching their favourite films on the big screen, or for anyone wanting an introduction to some of the most celebrated films in recent cinema history, the list of classic cult movies includes award-winning indies as well as a number of blockbusters. Here are some of the highlights we can look forward to over the coming weeks:   Reservoir Dogs, Saturday September 5, 11pm   The season starts on a high with Quentin Tarantino’s triumphant ‘Reservoir Dogs’. Featuring an all-star cast including Harvey Keitel and Tim Roth, this film is littered with iconic movie moments. Come for the Ray Bans and stay for the disturbing ear removal. Tarantino’s film has become a permanent fixture on ‘must-see film’ lists everywhere and as he will be one of the big names marking the start of 2016's cinematic calendar with ‘The Hateful Eight’. This is a great time to revisit him at his best.   Whiplash, Friday September 25, 10.30pm    Whiplash might be the most recent release on the programme, but given its success earlier this year, the movie seems to have already earned its place in cinema history. Following an aspiring jazz musician struggling under the pressure of being mentored by one of the fiercest but most revered tutors on the scene, 'Whiplash' is a brutal and dramatic film t

Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo are nothing new, having helped a great many projects come to fruition that might not have otherwise found a way since 2008. Recently, high profile movie projects, such as US indie film 'Dear White People' (which gathered around $40,000 in funding from Indiegogo), has seen a fresh surge in popularity for these fund-raising sites, particularly with budding filmmakers. Needless to say, Brummies are also getting in on the action and the last few years have seen a number of passionate directors, writers and producers pitching their ideas to the public in an attempt to accumulate even modest funds to get their projects off the ground. Here are a few highlights of some Birmingham-based projects that have achieved their targets, are still seeking funding or sadly never saw the light of day:   Enrichment One recent Birmingham Kickstarter success story is that of teenager Max Tobin’s dark comedy, ‘Enrichment’. Tobin sought funds for his debut feature-length film project having already used Kickstarter to fund number of his other short films. His latest endeavour follows a group of college friends who plan to rob the notorious drug-dealing father of a new student. Twenty-eight backers came together to not only meet, but also surpass the project's initial £1,300 target. Its appeal may lie in its professional pitch – the project seems to be in the hands of a fully realised production company of creatives that have collaborated on ever

The holidays have started, summer is upon us and each precious day of sun deserves to be soundtracked. So, what better way to celebrate Birmingham’s rising status as a vibrant artistic hub than to look back at some of its best and brightest musical talent? The city has had a special place in the hearts of Britpop and rock fans for decades but its music scene is currently enjoying renewed popularity thanks to a wave of indie artists. Here is a short playlist to remind us of, or maybe introduce us to, some of the city’s best musical exports for your own summer soundtrack:   Superfood: 'You Can Believe' This Birmingham four-piece are becoming an increasingly popular part of Birmingham's rising indie music scene. Their debut album released in November last year was praised by critics and fans alike and seems to be honing in on the popularity of reviving oldschool sounds.    Ocean Colour Scene: 'Hundred Mile High City' Not only will Britpop fans rejoice on hearing this song, but as a testament to its classic status it has continued to soundtrack some cult films (such as Guy Ritchie's 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'). The band came together in Moseley, and achieved one of their highest charted singles with this track in 1997.    Fine Young Cannibals: 'Good Thing' Another track still boasting a strong legacy is celebrating its twenty-sixth birthday this year. It is a single that proved popular on both sides of the Atlantic and even scored the Brummie boys a second U.S. numb