Kino International

Kino International has held some of the most significant film premieres in German history and is an icon of post-war modernist architecture. Opened in 1963, it became a central cultural location for film in the GDR, and a witness to political change and upheaval. In today’s reunified Germany, it remains closely connected to Berlin’s vibrant film scene as well as to its own legacy. Following an extensive renovation, the listed building combines a historic auditorium and panoramic bar with contemporary cinema technology, including 4K laser projection and 7.1 sound. In 2026, Kino International was voted one of the world’s 15 greatest cinemas by ›Time Out‹. During the 2027 FIAF Congress, the cinema will serve as the main Congress venue, welcoming delegates to work on the future of film heritage at this historic landmark site.

Address

Karl-Marx-Allee 33, 10178 Berlin

Public transport

U-Bahn (subway) line U5 to Schillingstraße; Alexanderplatz is also nearby and can be easily reached by U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus

More information at

Kino International at Yorck Kinos

Accessibility

The auditorium has four wheelchair spaces behind the back row, with two fold-down companion seats built into the wall, one on either side.

The exterior entrance is not an automatic door and must be pulled open manually. The lift and wheelchair-accessible toilet are fully accessible.