FINLAND: Orion, Helsinki
FINLAND: Orion, Helsinki
Opened in 1928, Orion is the oldest art-house cinema in Helsinki still operating in its beautiful Art Deco setting. The program consists of arthouse premieres, film classics, cult films and series curated around certain themes. They often invite special guests and host discussions accompanying the films. Cinema Orion is also an important venue for numerous film festivals and cross-disciplinary cultural events. They love to organise themed events and try new things and collaborations.
It is an inclusive cinema that offers access to high-quality film culture for everybody. They do special programs for seniors and families and do their best to serve international audiences by screening films with English subtitles. They also work with young audiences by organising classic film courses for local high schools in collaboration with film educators.