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Birmingham's oldest cinema was the Electric, opened on 30 July 1910, but which was recently forced into closure.

The famous ODEON chain of cinemas was first opened in Birmingham in 1930 by Oscar Deutsch. ODEON stands for Oscar Deutsch Entertains our Nation.

The whistle used by Kate Winslett in the film 'Titanic' was based on the original whistle used to save people's lives when the ship sank. The whistle was invented and made by Birmingham company, J Hudson & Co.

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Planning a night out? Check out our top ten of the best films out at the moment. We have review details for each and every one. Click here to see the latest film reviews.

Number 1 tiny The Incredibles
Release date: 26 November 2004
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Number 2 Lemony Snicket
Release date: 17 December 2004
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Number 3 National Treasure
Release date: 24 December 2004
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Number 4 Without A Paddle
Release date: 24 December 2004
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Number 5 The Polar Express
Release date: 10 December 2004
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Number 6 The Phantom Of The Opera
Release date: 10 December 2004
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Number 7 House Of Flying Daggers
Release date: 24 December 2004
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Number 8 Bridget Jones 2
Release date: 12 November 2004
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Number 9 Blade Trinity
Release date: 10 December 2004
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Number 10 Christmas With The Kranks
Release date: 3 December 2004
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