橫川戲院!!, Independent movie theater in Yokogawa, Hiroshima, Japan.
Yokogawa Cinema is an independent movie theater in Hiroshima with a 70-seat capacity and modern digital projection technology. The audio system features Dolby Digital 5.1 and 7.1 channel configurations to deliver quality sound for viewers.
The cinema was founded with a mission to screen both Japanese and international films in their original languages. This dedication to authentic film presentation has remained its core principle since opening.
The theater hosts regular film festivals and retrospectives featuring works by directors such as Rainer Werner Fassbinder. This programming reflects a commitment to art house cinema and the promotion of diverse film culture.
The theater sits about three minutes on foot from JR Yokogawa Station, making it easy to reach by train. Visitors should check the schedule ahead of time since the film program changes regularly.
Since 2009, the theater has taken part in the No Nukes Relay Initiative, a global film festival movement focused on environmental and peace awareness. By participating in this cause, the venue connects cinema with social responsibility.
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