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1. Pathé Tuschinski Cinema, Amsterdam
Pathé Tuschinski is a gigantic Art Deco cinema palace located conveniently between the Munt tower and Rembrandtplein. Walking through the flower market area, you can see the two Tuschinski towers soaring above other buildings. Built by Polish immigrant Abraham Icek Tuschinski, the cinema opened in 1921 and still stands today with its Art Deco interior, one of the most beloved buildings in Amsterdam. Tuschinski has been fully modernized and is now one of the premiere cinemas in the city.
2. Village East Cinema, New York
The Village East, beautifully restored from the City Cinema, was once home to a Yiddish theater with its 1,252 seats in orchestra and balcony levels. Legend has it that Walter Matthau began his show business career here as a boy working at the concession stand. Built in 1925 and opened in 1926, its past is still evident in the Moorish-style designs adorning the exterior and inside, the work of interior designer William Pogany.
3. Le Grand Rex Cinema, Paris
Le Grand Rex is the largest cinema in Europe, inaugurated in 1932. Classified as a historical monument and recognized for its Art Deco facade, this 7th art conservation area offers a 2-hour tour. Grand Rex, listed as a historical monument since 1981, has a great reputation in the world of cinema. Grand Rex is a cinema in Paris, known for its magnificent decor and oversized main auditorium, the largest cinema in Europe.
4. The Electric Cinema, London
Back in 1910, a few enthusiasts decided to build a cinema in Notting Hill. This was one of the first buildings in England to be entirely constructed to exhibit films in Notting Hill. And after several closures and reopenings throughout the 20th century, The Electric Cinema finally fell into safe hands with the Soho House team, who lovingly restored it with refurbished vintage accessories; a well-trained serving staff; and an outstanding program of films.
5. Cineteca Madrid Cinema, Madrid
Cineteca Madrid Film Theater at Matadero is dedicated to the world of cinema, opened in 2011, located in the old refrigerator and boiler room of the city's former slaughterhouse. It stands out for its program focused on non-fiction films (excluding science fiction and related documentary forms), independent films, and the most alternative ones, in collaboration with various cultural proposals in the city of Madrid.
The Astor is a vintage-style cinema. The theater's pride is Fine Films and Atmosphere and the diverse and enticing program of the 'old world' reflects this. Built in the 1930s, the cinema still retains the charm of the decoration art of that period. You are welcomed by soft light and gentle music as you relax on the slightly overstuffed seats and enjoy some of The Astor's famous pastries.
The Astor is a classic single-screen cinema with stalls and a circle - total seating capacity reduced from the original 1,700 to 1,150, and the auditorium retains the same gentle ambiance you'll enjoy while sitting in the lobby. Beautiful curtain cover - no blinding advertising slides! The cinema is fully air-conditioned and boasts a modern sound system and giant new screen. The Astor presents a combination of older films and newly released films along with special seasons of classic reissues.
Dei Piccoli is located inside Villa Borghese and is recognized by Guinness World Records Ltd as the smallest building in the world used as a cinema. The building dates back to 1934 and was completely renovated in 1991, regularly hosting film screenings, events, workshops, and activities for children alongside regular film programs for older children. The small cinema shows recent films suitable for children.
Dei Piccoli was originally opened in 1934 as Cinema Topolino (named after Mickey Mouse) and was built by Alfredo Alibali. It is set in the magical setting of Rome's Villa Borghese park among pine trees, and you can expect to see 'Bambi' returning to the ticket window area. Initially, the cinema used a railway station platform as a screen and a Pathe-Baby 9.5mm projector. It was restored in 1991 and now has air conditioning, surround sound, and can project films on two Veronese projectors or a Bauer 16mm projector.
Civic Cinema is located in Auckland and is known for its stunning architecture and rich history. The theater has been a prominent entertainment venue in Auckland since the early 20th century, offering a wide range of films and events for audiences of all ages. The Civic is renowned for its grand foyer, majestic auditorium, and intricate architectural details, making it a popular destination for both moviegoers and architecture enthusiasts alike.
Civic occupies Auckland's old market area, replaced by shops in 1918. These shops went bankrupt only seven years later, falling victim to the council's latest grand plan for a civic center. Civic, Auckland opened at the dawn of the film era, and this New Zealand historic landmark now also hosts concerts, plays, and ballet performances.
The ArcLight Cinerama Dome is one of Los Angeles' most iconic movie palaces of the 20th century, featuring a hexagonal geodesic dome (and an occasional dome topped with Minions or Godzilla inflatables). Now owned by ArcLight, the ad-free chain synonymous with upscale movie-watching in the city, the Cinerama Dome has been pushing the boundaries of aspect ratios since 1963.
Los Angeles has many early 20th-century movie palaces, but only one hexagonal geodesic dome in the middle of the century (and an occasionally inflatable dome topped with Minions or Godzilla). Now owned by ArcLight, the ad-free chain has become synonymous with chic movie-watching in the city, the Cinerama Dome has pushed the boundaries of aspect ratios since 1963.
The Puskin Art Cinema (formerly known as the Fórum Cinema) is the most elegant cinema in town when it opened in 1926 - and still is. For three years, only silent films were shown in its single screening hall, then, with the changing times and new owners, this became Hungary's first sound cinema. Back then they only showed two short films, a clip from Cavalleria rusticana, and The Singer Fool - 623 people could watch these films at the same time.
The Puskin Cinema was renovated in 1988: the original facade and foyer were preserved, but the screening room was divided into three smaller rooms (named Metropolis, Amarcord, and Körhinta). In 2013, the cinema was expanded with two more smaller halls (Annie Hall, Mephisto) so now you can enjoy the latest art films, often part of film festivals, in 5 different halls. They sometimes also include mainstream films in the program while weekends also feature films for children.
