The Sound Of What’s Left is a documentary celebrating London’s precious and few remaining grassroots small-gig venues. Filmed over a five month period at two legendary, beloved venues - The Windmill Brixton and The George Tavern - the documentary was made in the DIY spirit of its subject.
Whilst the camera is in the thick of a gig, voices from the venues’ communities share what the space means to them. Alongside insights from the Music Venue Trust and cultural commentators, the film highlights why grassroots venues are more important than ever – and yet they are under threat.
The story was inspired by experiences and conversations had at gigs and the news that 2023 was the worst year on record for the UK’s grassroots music venue sector, with over a tenth of venues closing. With the backdrop of ongoing campaigns to save grassroots music venues, The Sound Of What’s Left serves as both a moving tribute and a call to action to protect vital hubs of culture and community.
Live music in the bar before and after the screening.
