The Norwich Film Festival will open with a special screening of Shakespeare in Love.

The Oscar-winning film, sponsored by Holkham Estate, will be shown at Cinema City, Norwich, on November 11, followed by a Q&A with director John Madden and lead actor Joseph Fiennes.

Shakespeare in Love is a romantic comedy that won seven Academy Awards in 1998, including Best Picture.

It tells the story of a young William Shakespeare who finds inspiration in Viola de Lesseps.

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Film fans and locals will appreciate the screening for its connection to Norfolk, as the Holkham Estate provided the setting for the film's closing scenes, which were shot on Holkham Beach. 

Director John Madden will be present on the night, while Joseph Fiennes will join virtually.

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The Q&A will be hosted by film critic Hanna Flint.

The screening is an opportunity to revisit the classic film, hear behind-the-scenes stories, and celebrate its link to Norfolk's landscapes.

The Norwich Film Festival runs from November 11 to 24.

Tickets are £15, with concessions at £10.