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THE END OF DERANN FILMS ( U.K.)

Collectors of Super 8 films will be saddened to hear that the high quality releases that made Derann, famous
with collectors the world over, have decided to close. Their announcement follows …

IMPORTANT ANOUNCMENT
It is with deep regret that I have to announce, Derann will cease trading next month.
This has been brought on by a number of factors, but in essence is due to the astronomical rising costs that
the local council, insurance and utility companies continue to impose on small businesses.
Only 2 months ago, we had a 40% and 45% rise in our gas and electricity bills – now we have been informed
that our rates and business insurance will more than double upon renewal (due in part to the riots no doubt).

With the continuing decline, in general to the High Street trade, I have had to make the very difficult decision of
whether to continue - of which I can see no upturn, not just in the coming months, but possibly in the next 2 or
3 years.
I would like first and foremost to thank the loyal friends (as I have long since ceased to view you as
‘customers’) who have been buying from Derann over the past 30 or so years.
I would also like to thank all the staff with whom I have grown up and worked with for over 25+ years. I
sincerely wish them and you all the very best for the future.
This is also going to mean that the Northern Film Collectors Convention will not be organised by Derann this
year – of course, another dealer may wish to be the organiser and I have no problem if this is the case.
Customers and dealers who have sent in Blackpool deposits will get a full refund.
We are having a final clearance / closing down sale on Sunday 11th September – can I stress, this is not a
standard Open Day, there will not be a film show or a Bring and Buy table, but there will be coffee available –
This will be your last chance to pick up that elusive 8mm / 16mm title or accessory, PLUS of course, any
electrical piece of AV equipment or connecting lead – AT PRICES CONSIDERABLY LESS THAN TRADE.
I hope to see you on the 11th, and in closing wish you all the very best for the future.
Adrian

DERANN FILM SERVICES LTD
99, HIGH STREET,
DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS. DY1 1QP.
ENGLAND

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Mike, I meant to say that the Ray Edmondson article in Reel Deals is one of the best I've read. A very interesting perspective of an
archivist and his perception of film collectors and collecting. Well done.
Kind regards,
David