Rundkino, Movie theater and cultural heritage monument on Prager Straße, Dresden, Germany
The Rundkino is a movie theater and heritage monument on Prager Straße in Dresden with a circular structure measuring about 50 meters in diameter. The design features glass construction at the lower level and aluminum cladding on the upper section, creating a distinctly modern appearance.
The cinema opened on October 7, 1972, as the first circular building of its kind for public use in the German Democratic Republic. The construction embodied the architectural vision of post-war modernism and has shaped the city's skyline since then.
The name refers to the building's distinctive round shape, which has defined its presence in the city since it first opened. Visitors notice the openness of the foyer with its large glass surfaces, which flood the interior with natural light and create a welcoming environment.
The building contains seven screening rooms with a total of about 1,440 seats and features modern digital projection technology and surround sound systems. The central location on Prager Straße makes it easy to find, and the open foyer helps visitors navigate once inside.
The roof construction is supported by 96 steel cables in a suspension system that holds concrete elements, providing an innovative solution for the circular design. This engineering approach enables the slender silhouette that makes the building so recognizable.
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