Chichester Cinema at New Park
Little Victorian Secrets
Discover the world of the miniature in this charming documentary in the world’s largest miniature exhibition ‘Beyond the Dolls House 2’.
In the gardens of Leonardslee, located in the idyllic green countryside of West Sussex, is the home of one of the world’s largest and finest details of all: a little miniature dolls world themed on the English 19th century Victorian time.
‘Little Victorian Secrets’ reveals one of the finest miniature exhibitions in the world created from the vision of Robin Loder and the craftsmanship of Helen Holland and over 200 other people. The miniature world comprises of over 80 different rooms and exterior scenes spanning many meters - or miles in the doll world.
Narrated by Marina Sirtis (‘Star Trek’) and featuring actors from The Midhurst Players, Kirdford Players and many more, the miniature world comes to life in the most intriguing and amusing manner. Complete with a wonderful and thrilling music score and sound design you will experience a scandalous and mischievous plot in episodes throughout the documentary taking you through the varied and incredible scenes of this Victorian world.
With interviews with some of the expert craftsmen involved, ‘Secrets’ is a compelling story of the utmost craftsmanship, of a devotion to detail, and this fascinating documentary will enthral the audience.
Following the screening we welcome the director Sandra Skibstedfor a Q&A.
UK · 2010 · Sandra Skibsted · 52min
