Zeughauskino, Cinema in Unter den Linden, Berlin, Germany
Zeughauskino is a non-commercial cinema housed in the Zeughaus, the German Historical Museum's building on Unter den Linden 2, reached through a side entrance on the Spree side rather than the museum's main entrance. Since a 2004 renovation the hall seats 164 spectators and projects both analogue 35 mm and 16 mm film and digital formats including DCI 4K. During the Zeughaus renovation it has operated in the Pei-Bau since 6 January 2023.
A screening hall existed in the Zeughaus from 1958, when the Museum für Deutsche Geschichte installed one, though it was used only sporadically until 1992. On 1 February 1992 the cinema opened as part of the Deutsches Historisches Museum under director Rainer Rother. During the Zeughaus renovation of 1998–2003, films were shown in the Martin-Gropius-Bau; Jörg Frieß has led the cinema since 2006.
The cinema screens documentary films and silent movies that often explore historical themes. After many screenings, discussions with filmmakers take place, allowing visitors to engage directly with the artists.
The cinema hall is easily accessible on foot from the museum entrance and accommodates visitors with limited mobility. Advance reservations are recommended, especially for screenings followed by discussions, since seating is limited.
The cinema screens the Berlin.Dokument series each month, featuring documentary films specifically focused on Berlin's history. This series offers a focused look at the city's development through film.
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