Film

"Films should not be a call to arms"

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT

INTERVIEW. Aleksandra Kumorek's, Die Überflüssige, a dystopian 2020 vision of Berlin, screens with English subs at the next installment of Exblicks, our film and chat series in cooperation at Lichtblick Kino, on May 28 at 20:00.

The Great Dictator

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT

In a time fraught with fascism, Chaplin's most controversial comedy was a poignant satire of it's time. More than 70 years later, his acclaimed film remains as relevant. Enjoy a night of the tramp with drinks, a 1940s dress code and an after party.

Gerhard Richter Painting

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

A must see for both art and documentary enthusiasts, the documentary based on the German artist explores the multitude of styles he employs and includes glimpses into his studio, which hasn't been seen in decades. With English subtitles.

IBB Videolounge

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:00:00 GMT

The IBB videolounge will feature 12 new and established media film artists. Among other topics, works will concentrate on the inner workings of cinematography and documentary approaches with the intention to convey the diversity of this medium.

“These are the ruins of modern Greece”

Tue, 08 May 2012 13:00:00 GMT

INTERVIEW. Director Athina Rachel Tsangari's deadpan love story Attenberg marries animal docs with Greek story structure. Her second film is one of many to recently emerge from the new Greek school of filmmaking. It opens in Berlin cinemas May 10.

Opening night triple bill

Sat, 05 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Theatertreffen kicked off last night with a Sarah Kane triple bill – Gesäubert/Gier/4.48 Psychose (Cleansed/Crave/4.48 Psychosis). Lanterns, intrigue and frustration, as well as a singing interlude by Sandra Hüller, were in the mix.

Childhood subversion: Céline Sciamma

Fri, 04 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

INTERVIEW. French director Sciamma made turned some heads for sure at the 2011 Berlinale with her film Tomboy, but more surprising is the impact at the French cultural level, slipping into the country's school curricula. In cinemas now.

EXBlicks: Die Überflüssigen

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

This time at our film and chat series, catch Aleksandra Kumorek’s dystopian vision of a 2020 Berlin.

Bring on the Freiluft!

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome spring with a visit to one of the Freiluftkinos in Berlin. Good weather, good flicks and however you choose to enjoy that open air at the same time (beer or wine optional).

Barbara

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

The Freiluftkino season may have begun yesterday when Freiluftkino Kreuzberg opened its gates, but tonight brings the first German offering with English subs, Barbara. Update: the English sub version was unavailable. Barbara will show in German.

Halt auf freier Strecke

Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Halt auf frier Strecke, a drama about a perfect German family suddenly confronted with death, might not be the cheeriest open-air cinema selection, but the warmish weather and genial Kreuzberg atmosphere will help the emotional pathos go down easy.

Film Brunch: All That I Love

Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Badehaus Kino presents All That I Love, Poland's 2009 Oscar submission, with English subtitles. The film follows four socially diverse friends in their quest to form a punk band. Hijinks – and poignancy – ensue. Also: breakfast!

EXBERLINER's May issue

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT

OUT NOW! "The THEATRE issue" – Our THEATER guide, REVOLUTIONARIES of STAGE, RACISM in Berlin theatre, and our guide to TAX TIME. PLUS, an interview with ANDRE WILLIAMS and much more.

"I’d like to think I don’t have the ego issues that Thor has"

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT

INTERVIEW. Eve Lucas went on an Avengers bender and spoke with three of the film's stars. Chris Hemsworth identifies with the Norse God of Thunder's passions, as he reprises the role of Thor for The Avengers'.