Ladies and gentlemen please be upstanding as we pay our respects to Vine.
#RIPVine is a tribute to the six second icons that have given so much joy to millions the world over and provided the inspiration for TikTok's global domination.
Back in 2018, Pilot Light TV Festival and Live Cinema UK curated two big-screen compilations of the all-time greatest Vine loops, presented as part of the BFI’s ‘Comedy Genius’ season. Now, close to a decade since Vine’s passing, #RIPVine is being resurrected to celebrate the lasting influence and impact of what was so much more than just a “short-form video hosting service”.
This event is presented in partnership with the BFI National Archive’s Our Screen Heritage project, which seeks to actively address the underrepresentation of online moving image in the national collection through a dedicated acquisition programme.
Join us for a wild ride through both #RIPVine compilations, followed by a panel discussion reflecting on Vine and its enduring legacy.
Tickets for this event are free of charge. Pre-booking free tickets is required. Please try to only book if you definitely plan to attend.
Our Screen Heritage is supported by the BFI Screen Heritage Fund, awarding National Lottery funding.
