Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany (2026)

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After the last film played at the legendary Arsenal arthouse cinema in Tübingen, director Goggo Gensch accompanies founder Stefan Paul – filmmaker, distributor, and tireless cineast – on a journey to the screens that shaped Germany’s arthouse cinema movement. Paul and companions tell of the beginnings of arthouse cinemas in the 1970s and their daily struggle for survival. Icons like John Waters and Wim Wenders contribute personal memories, while the Hof International Film Festival celebrates underground films.

Director: Goggo Gensch
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 102 min
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Country: Germany
Language: English, Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany about?
After the last film played at the legendary Arsenal arthouse cinema in Tübingen, director Goggo Gensch accompanies founder Stefan Paul – filmmaker, distributor, and tireless cineast – on a journey to the screens that shaped Germany’s arthouse cinema movement. Paul and companions tell of the beginnings of arthouse cinemas in the 1970s and their daily struggle for survival. Icons like John Waters and Wim Wenders contribute personal memories, while the Hof International Film Festival celebrates underground films.
Who directed Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany?
Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany was directed by Goggo Gensch.
Who stars in Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany?
Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany stars Stefan Paul.
How long is Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany?
Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany?
Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany is a Documentary film.
Where was Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany produced?
Cinema Lives – Arthouse Theatres in Germany was produced in Germany.