Sutton’s hidden cinematic gems dating back to the ’20s will be revealed to all the community at an event happening this March.

Locals will be taken on a filmic journey across the borough throughout the last century.

An assortment of film clips will give insight into how Sutton has changed over time.

London: A Bigger Picture is a major Film London and London’s Screen Archives project to introduce the capital to its cinematic heritage.

Launch events will be held in every outer London borough and will mark the start of a search for more local films to add to the archives.

The Sutton launch will be held in the Europa Gallery, Central Library, on 19 March from 2 to 4pm.

A Film London archivist will introduce the clips alongside local studies experts, who will explain how they fit into and reveal rich insights into Sutton’s history.

All local film buffs and history enthusiasts are encouraged to attend and, indeed, get involved with the London-wide project over its three years.

Cllr Jill Whitehead, Sutton Council’s lead member for the arts and heritage, said:

“I am delighted that our library service is working with Film London to educate locals on Sutton’s rich and fascinating heritage. What better way to demonstrate how the borough has changed and flourished over the years, than through film?”

“Please, if you are a film or history buff or simply enthusiastic about our wonderful borough, come along and get involved in the project.”

 Adrian Wootton, Chief Executive of Film London and the British Film Commission, said:

“We are delighted to be launching London: A Bigger Picture in Sutton. This is a call to arms – we want to reach as many local people as possible to get them to engage with archive film and donate their home videos. I urge the people of Sutton to get involved and unearth their hidden gems so we can build and share a comprehensive picture of the London on film.”

Sign up for the FREE event at: www.bpsutton.eventbrite.co.uk or phone 020 8770 4747.