One Bum Cinema Club is the world's smallest cinema, a travelling one seat experience that platforms independent animation and gives audiences a moment of curiosity and joy.
About One Bum Cinema Club
The cinema is the brainchild of artist Anna Vartiainen and brought to life by Paulie Musselwhite and Matthew Simkins. It began in a cupboard under the stairs and is now out on the road. Our little cinema exists to make animation accessible to everyone, to champion emerging talent, and to create unforgettable micro‑experiences that leave you with a warm, fuzzy feeling inside. The only rule is one bum at a time!
Find out more in the video below and explore how you can get involved.
video courtesy of Colonnade House
Our Mission
Keep it free. Keep it playful. Keep it open to all.
With support, we can bring One Bum Cinema Club to more communities, showcase more unseen animators, and grow a sustainable platform that celebrates the art of storytelling in its smallest, most delightful form.