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AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Averys Wine Cellars

  • Averys Wine Merchants 9 Culver Street Bristol, England, BS1 5LD United Kingdom (map)
One of the most imaginative musical confections turned out by Hollywood in years [...] Kelly is the picture’s top star and rates every inch of his billing. His diversified dancing is great as ever and his thesping is standout
— Variety

DOORS: 18:45 | FILM STARTS 19:00

GROUP BOOKINGS AVAILABLE AT THIS SCREENING

Vintage Screenings pair classic films with thematically linked wine tastings to create unique evenings in the stunning setting of Averys Wine Merchants’ historic wine cellar. Following a sparkling wine reception, the film will be accompanied by a tasting of four carefully selected wines courtesy of Averys’ resident experts. 

Our duo of June Vintage Screenings starts with the Oscar-winning musical extravaganza An American In Paris. With music from Gershwin and famous dance sequences from Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron, it’s a spectacle not to be missed - especially not when paired with French and American wines, naturally!

Take your evening further with our add-on options. Before the film, enjoy a pre-screening tasting session as you learn more about wine tasting over a glass. Indulge during your screening with a delicious deli box from Two Belly; their selections of cheeses, chutneys and crackers are a perfect complement to the wine tasting. And if you’re celebrating a special occasion, we are now offering special Group Booking packages for groups of six or more. See the drop-down menus below for more information.

Please note that Vintage Screenings are strictly for over-18s only

About The Film

1951 | U | 113 mins

American G.I. Jerry Mulligan stays in Paris after the Second World War to become a painter. There he falls in love with Lise Bouvier despite her disinterest, only to discover that she is engaged to his friend Henri Baurel. Meanwhile, wealthy heiress Milo Roberts falls in love with Jerry after discovering his art and tries to win him over, unaware of his love for another woman…

About The Location

Averys began in 1793 and over the years, the family has built its reputation as one of the UK’s most pioneering wine merchants. Their historic wine cellar can be found beneath their shop on Culver street, and is an atmospheric and intimate setting for our Vintage Screenings.

Two Belly Deli Box

Indulge during your screening with a delicious deli box from Two Belly cheese and beer shop. Enjoy 3 different cheeses, along with an artisan chutney and crackers.

Photo shows indicative contents; cheese and chutney may vary.

Pre-Screening Tasting

Before your screening, we are now offering the opportunity for a pre-screening tasting session with Averys expert, and Vintage Screening co-host Frank Mason.

For an extra £6.50 per person, enjoy an additional glass of wine before your film, with a brief introduction to wine tasting.

Frank has been working with Averys since 2010 and heads up the Events team, delivering over 120 events a year both virtually and in Averys historic vaulted cellar in the centre of Bristol. Frank completed the WSET Diploma in wine – a two year course on wine drinking, back in 2014! And now teaches those wine courses to both customers and staff. In his spare time he loves listening to death metal and is a professional crocodile wrestler (his words!).

Group Bookings

Our Group Bookings option has been introduced in response to the larger parties of six or more people who attend our events and are looking to add something extra to their evening to enhance the experience.

For £40 per person, groups enjoy:

-       A pre-screening tasting with an Averys expert

-       Two Belly Deli Boxes for every group member

-       Reserved seating during the screening

Each group member will also receive discounts with Bristol Film Festival, and Averys Wine Merchants.

To find out more about group bookings, contact us for more information. Please note that group bookings are subject to availability.

We also offer Private Vintage Screenings in the cellars for groups of 40-70, if you want to host an exclusive event to remember. Please contact us for more information.

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More Information



• Averys Wine Merchants is located on Culver Street in Bristol City Centre.

• The venue is close to several bus routes. The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads.

• Wherever possible, we encourage walking or using public transport to travel to our events.

•Please access the event space by entering through the doors on Frogmore Street.



• There is level access to the venue via the entrance on Frogmore Street. There are accessible toilets at the venue. If you require additional seating space or assistance, please contact us in advance.

•If you require Hard of Hearing subtitles, please contact us before making your booking.

•We want to make your visit as enjoyable as possible, so please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information about this venue’s accessibility.





• We cannot guarantee access before the stated doors time on your ticket, so advise you arrive as close to this time as possible.

• This event is only suitable for those over the age of 18. Valid ID may be required for entry. Should you be unable to provide valid ID when asked, you will not be permitted access. No refunds will be given in this instance.

• Please do not consume hot food in the screening room, as a courtesy to other attendees.