Solingen Cinemas Prepare for a Festive Season with Blockbusters and Classics
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The Advent season and Christmas holidays are traditionally a peak period for cinema attendance,and Solingen’s two theaters,Lumen and Cobra,are gearing up to meet the demand with a diverse program of films. From highly anticipated blockbusters to nostalgic favorites, there’s something for every moviegoer this December.
Avatar Returns to Solingen in Stunning 3D
The December highlight is undoubtedly the release of “Avatar: The Way of Water,” the third installment in James Cameron’s epic saga. Beginning December 17th, audiences will be transported to an exotic planet for an immersive adventure. The previous two films in the series proved immensely popular in Solingen, collectively selling over 60,000 cinema tickets. Theater officials recommend experiencing the film in 3D, despite its ample runtime of 3 hours and 17 minutes, to fully appreciate the visual spectacle.
– “Avatar: The Way of Water” is James Cameron’s long-awaited sequel, released over a decade after the original. The first “Avatar” remains the highest-grossing film of all time, earning nearly $2.9 billion worldwide.
Comedy and Drama Offer Varied Choices
Alongside the spectacle of “Avatar,” Solingen cinemas are offering a range of other options. Starting December 4th, fans of the popular German comedy series can enjoy “Stromberg – Everything as Always,” featuring christoph Maria Herbst reprising his iconic role. The film will initially screen at the Lumen before expanding to the Cobra cinema on December 18th.
For those seeking a more dramatic experience,”The Hero from Friedrichstraße Station” offers a compelling look back at the division of Germany before 1989 and its lasting impact. The film,debuting December 11th,tells the story of Micha (Charly Hübner),a railway official whose accidental act of allowing an S-Bahn train to cross into West Germany turned him into a national hero.
– Check the Lumen and Cobra cinema websites for specific showtimes and ticket availability, as schedules may vary. Booking tickets online in advance is recommended.
Family-Kind Films and Nostalgic Screenings
Younger audiences will be delighted by the return of Bibi Blocksberg in “The Big Witch Meeting,” launching December 11th. The film follows the young witch as she navigates surprises and adventures at an international witch congress.
The Lumen is also embracing nostalgia with screenings of classic films. The beloved Harry Potter series, specifically “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 & 2,” will be shown again on Sundays, december 7th and 14th.Additionally, the Kaffeeklatsch program, known for its screenings accompanied by coffee and cake, has expanded to include Fridays, offering a charming throwback experience. “Sissi,” celebrating its 70th anniversary, will be shown December 4th and 5th, while Erich Kästner’s winter fairytale, “Three Men in the Snow,” will be screened december 11th and 12th.
– The Kaffeeklatsch program offers a cozy cinema experience.Tickets include coffee and cake, making it a perfect outing for a relaxed afternoon.
Music on the Big Screen and Gift Ideas
Music lovers have several options to choose from. André Rieu’s conventional Christmas concert, broadcast live from the Maastricht market square, will be shown on December 6th and 7th at 1:15 p.m. A film documenting Marius Müller-Westernhagen’s groundbreaking Hallelujah concert, performed shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall, will premiere December 3rd.
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Cinema vouchers, redeemable for admission, popcorn, nachos, and drinks, are available and can be used for screenings beginning December 25th.
New Releases for the Holidays
starting December 25th, adults can enjoy “Medicus 2,” the sequel to the historical drama, while children can dive into the animated adventures of “Spongebob Squarepants: Pirates Ahoy!” These new releases promise to cap off a festive season of cinematic entertainment in Solingen.
