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Free screening of family-friendly Grand Prix of Europe coming to Ayrshire cinema
Grand Prix of Europe tells the story of Edda, a young mouse with a big dream of becoming a racing superstar.
Cinema goers are in for a free treat later this month when Escapes brings a preview screening of the highly-anticipated Grand Prix of Europe to Ayrshire.
The Astoria Cinema in Ayr is set to screen the animated adventure comedy featuring an all-star cast on Tuesday, August 5 at 11am.
Directed by Waldemar Fast, Grand Prix of Europe tells the story of Edda, a young mouse with a big dream of becoming a racing superstar.
An international co-production between Germany and the UK, the film features Ed and Edda, the mascots of the Europa-Park theme park in Rust, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025.
Supported by the British Film Institute (BFI) and National Lottery funding, Escapes is a UK-wide programme which aims to shine a spotlight on the charm and uniqueness of independent cinema.
The event brings free cinema to audiences across the UK continuing their mission to make independent film accessible to all.
Preview screenings will take place on Monday, August 4 and Tuesday, August 5, before the film's official UK release on August 22.
Featuring an all-star voice cast including Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Ed, Gemma Arterton as Edda, Hayley Atwell, Lenny Henry and Rob Beckett, Grand Prix of Europe is a family-friendly adventure which isn't just about speed.
The Astoria is one of more than 100 cinemas nationwide that will be screening Grand Prix of Europe as part of the Escapes initiative which has seen more than 115,000 free tickets claimed since it launched last year.
Tickets for Grand Prix of Europe are free and available for sign up now here.
