December 9th, 2021Your say

Film-going captured me at the age of seven. The thrill of sharing in The Adventures of Robin Hood starring Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Claude Rains and Basil Rathbone in 1938 are with me still.

I jumped at the chance to join the Daylesford Community Theatre and to attend the succession of well-chosen films presented at The Rex.
I would go with friends to view the latest film to find other friends, the volunteers running the cinema, friends who made an enjoyable visit possible.
Film-going is an escape from day-to-day reality to new experiences, drama, comedy, challenging viewpoints, to travel to distant lands or past times. TV films are fine but lack the impact of the big screen.
For four long years we have missed the benefits of our local cinema. So many missed film masterpieces.
The enthusiasts who worked hard to establish our cinema and the generous donors who funded equipment have seen their achievement destroyed.
Hepburn Shire Council has an urgent obligation to find and contribute funds to establish a replacement, centrally located cinema venue for this community.

• David Hall, Daylesford