IT was lights, camera, action as the council’s popular pictures in the park event returned for a second set of showings.

Scores of locals took part in the weekend of open-air cinema at the Battery Park, with eight films shown over the event’s two-day run.

While the skies were overcast, there were smiles on the faces of everyone who came along as they got themselves comfortable in deckchairs and on bean bags to watch the featured films.


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The movies were chosen through a public poll run by Inverclyde Council and Inverclyde Leisure.

Greenock Telegraph: Pictures in the Park returns to Battery Park

Greenock Telegraph: Pictures in the Park returns to Battery Park

The weekend got under way with a showing of Dora and the Lost City of Gold, which was then followed by Scoob! And Frozen 2.

Saturday’s showings were rounded off with a screening of Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Amongst Thieves.

There were plenty of flicks for youngsters to enjoy, with the second day’s line-up including The Secret Life of Pets 2, Puss In Boots: The Last Wish and The Super Mario Bros: The Movie.

Greenock Telegraph: Pictures in the Park returns to Battery Park

The weekend of films and fun finished up with a special screening of the West End recording of Heathers: The Musical.

The event was supported by funding from the Scottish Government which ensured that everyone who came along didn’t to pay a penny to enjoy the event.