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How to Build a Library + Visiting Hours + Zoom Q&A

3:15PM, Sun 26th Oct

Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what was a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.

2025 / 86 mins / Kenya / USA / English & Swahili with English Subtitles.

Filmmakers Christopher King & Maia Lekow

Maia Lekow

Visiting Hours

Tony visits his mother Rose every day. Every time she asks why her husband isn’t there. Between tears, laughter and a ritual of nail polish, Tony’s patience and love helps her find some peace with her fading memory... Until the next day...

Carol Salter / 2025 / 14 mins / 12A / UK / English / WORLD PREMIERE

an older woman holds out her hand to her son

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Opens
3:15PM, Sun 26th Oct
Closes
5:30PM, Sun 26th Oct
Venue
Silver Screen
Director
Christopher King & Maia Lekow
Running time
100 mins
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