Cinemanita Nieuwe Anita – Dive into cinema bizarre

Monday night is film night in De Nieuwe Anita, a cozy little bar that used to be run by squatters. The movies are presented by an American dude named Jeffrey Babcock, who’s been a part of the sub-cultural scene of Amsterdam for quite some time.

Not only does he select those hidden, twisted gems that you would not find yourself, he also drags you into the world of the filmmaker. By mixing factual information with juicy details about the often quite eccentric lives of the directors, he creates the right context for the viewer to experience the film in, in all its richness.

If you need explaining afterwards, or want to know more about the filmmaker, you can strike up a conversation with the host, who’s probably hanging around having a beer in the living room like café as well.

The films at De Nieuwe Anita are not for the faint-hearted, but rather for those who like to be stunned, baffled or shocked. If you are open to it they can offer a momentary escape to a realm that can be perverted but beautiful, or terrifyingly philosophical.

Cinemanita takes place every Monday night at 20.30. Be there at least half an hour in advance, as the seats are usually quickly filled.

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Cinemanita Nieuwe Anita | Art & culture, Bars, Cinemas | Ticket € 2.50
Frederik Hendrikstraat 111 | Westerpark | +31641503512
Mon 20:30