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I do remember the 'Kinema'. Note that it is spelled with a "K" not a "C" this is because it was built I believe by a German. I knew it after WW2 when it was know as a flea pit; a cheap place similar to the Broadway Cinema in Waltham Green (Fulham Broadway). Star Cinema. Photo copyright of Derek Sayers The ticket office was in the centre with entrances on either side, I believe one was for upstairs and the other downstairs.The lighting on the sides of the auditorium were gas lit; little naked flames. I seem to remember that it cost about one shilling (5p) to go in. It was bought up by another company who did announce a re-opening but I do not think it ever happened. The photo I took was taken about 19555/56 when it has been closed for some time.
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