Mille-Colonnes, Movie theater in 14th arrondissement of Paris, France
Mille-Colonnes was a cinema in the 14th arrondissement with a large main hall seating about 500 and a distinctive rotunda-style interior in the Rue de la Gaîté district. The structure was designed to accommodate crowds and featured an architectural layout that reflected the entertainment venues typical of this Paris neighborhood.
The building began in 1833 as a restaurant and dance hall before being transformed into a cinema in 1907. It operated continuously in this form until November 1930, when it ceased operations as a movie theater.
The venue brought together people from different social backgrounds who came to share entertainment and social moments in a space designed for public gathering. Visitors experienced the place as a center where diverse groups of Parisians could meet and enjoy cultural life together.
The original building is no longer accessible to visitors as it was redeveloped into a hotel-restaurant after the cinema closed. However, the area around Rue de la Gaîté remains easily walkable and retains its character from the entertainment district era.
The interior was decorated with painted frescoes by artists Arban and Gagnères featuring Italian architectural elements, columns, gardens, and statues throughout the space. This ornate entrance and design reflected the ambition to create a grand entertainment destination.
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