Film Event: Prop Store Exhibit at BFI IMAX

This week I was pleased to be invited along to visit the Prop Store film exhibition at London's BFI IMAX at Waterloo. Made up of over 600 film and TV props and memorabilia, I was excited to don the white gloves and check out some iconic pieces from the collection. Here's a look at the exhibit ahead of launch...

This September, Prop Store are hosting one of Europe’s largest Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auctions* at the ODEON BFI IMAX near London Waterloo. To celebrate, the BFI IMAX are hosting a film nerd's paradise; showcasing some of the best pieces in the foyer as a free exhibit. Better yet, they're also screening over 30 classic films, inspired by the props featured in the auction - meaning you can see the prop and then see it on screen. 

From Thor's hammer, Indiana Jones' whip to Darth Vader's helmet, the collection features 600 original props, costumes, and production material from 200 films and television shows will be up for auction and are available to see (for free) at the cinema from September 8th. Now whilst I don't have a few hundred grand going spare to purchase any of the items, I did get a chance to view the exhibit ahead of opening and play around with a few props (wearing gloves, of course).

For me, one of the highlights from the exhibit had to be getting to touch a real life mogwai. Gremlins has always been one of my all time favourite films and this was particularly exciting for me. Of course, there is also a large selection of Star Wars models which were pretty impressive too. Personally, I just loved the level of detail in each prop and it was so much fun to look at all the different pieces.

If you'd like to see some of these awesome props for yourself, head along to the BFI IMAX at Waterloo anytime between the 8th - 29th September - no ticket purchase necessary unless you want to see a film. If you're feeling fancy, you can even put a bid in to take one home. But that's it for another film event. If money was no object, which prop would you take home? Which item would you be most excited to see? As always, I love reading your comments so please do leave me lots of lovely ones down below. 

Until next time fellow film fans, 

*Disclaimer: All opinions of this post are my own and do not reflect that of BFI IMAX or Prop Store UK.