Prague
Bio Oko is an art-house cinema in the Holešovice district of Prague 7, designed by Jaroslav Stockar-Bernkopf and Josef Šolc and built between 1937 and 1940. After reconstruction it reopened in October 2007 and switched to digital projection in 2011. The programme focuses on art and alternative films, themed festivals, film cycles, and morning screenings for children and seniors. The auditorium features bean bags and deck chairs alongside standard seats, and the venue includes a coffee bar and a film-poster gallery.
Františka Křížka 460/15, 170 00 Praha 7
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Documentary exploring the hunt for one of history's most notorious war criminals and the mystery surrounding his vanishing after WWII.
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A nature-focused film screening exploring the atmosphere and mystery of the forest.
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An animated version of George Orwell's iconic dystopian tale, following animals as they revolt against their human masters.
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A Pixar animated sci-fi comedy about nineteen-year-old Mabel, who ventures into the wilderness as a robo-beaver to save her beloved natural habitat. A fun film with an environmental message for the whole family.
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A film screening at the Bio Oko cinema in Prague.
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A full-length Star Wars film starring Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver continues the series The Mandalorian. The Mandalorian and his young apprentice Grogu set out on a new adventure across the galaxy.
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A DreamWorks animated comedy about a green ogre and his adventure. Part of the Malé oči festival at Bio Oko cinema.
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Film screening at Bio Oko cinema in Prague.
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A psychological drama by Norwegian director Kristoffer Borgli about a couple facing a crisis one week before their wedding. Starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya.
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A sci-fi thriller about a science teacher who wakes up on a spacecraft with amnesia and must solve the mystery of a substance destroying the Sun.
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A documentary following three generations of naturalists and photographers as they observe the forests of the Vosges. A continuation of the acclaimed film "The Snow Leopard".
A short film exploring a hypothetical Cold War contact between the Eastern Bloc and extraterrestrial civilization through game theory and conflict mathematics.
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Belgian author Amélie Nothomb tells the story of her childhood in Japan in an animated film nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
A Czechoslovak war film from 1977 about a tank battalion during World War II.
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A family animated comedy about a flock of sheep who embark on their own detective investigation. Full of wild twists and laughter for the whole family.
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Evening film screening of "Obsession" at Bio Oko cinema.
An animated film by Isao Takahata about a group of Japanese raccoons who must learn magical abilities to defend their forest home from modern development.
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A psychological thriller about a shy young man who buys a magical toy and wishes for a girl to love him. When the wish comes true too intensely, he discovers it can only be undone by death.
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A cult animated film by DreamWorks that upends fairy-tale conventions and gender stereotypes. The story of the green ogre Shrek, with its memorable lines and energetic soundtrack, delights both children and adults.
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An animated film about a curious troll named Spuntik who ventures to the surface of the Danish island of Bornholm and experiences an unexpected adventure filled with magic and danger.
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Czech comics group Béé team presents their new project featuring detective stories and mysteries.
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A modern family moves to the English countryside and discovers an enchanted tree inhabited by fantastic creatures. A story about learning to be together again without the digital world.
Documentary about the rise of Czechoslovak panel housing estates and their profound influence on Czech society and everyday life.
Věra Chytilová's critical portrait of normalization-era society through the stories of a Prague housing estate residents. The film was so pointed that its premiere was delayed and screenings were limited.
A Czech comedy that tackles life's quirks and absurd situations with wit and a lighthearted take on common problems.
Ladislav Zibura's travel film documenting a family adventure across Africa, screening at Bio Oko in Prague.
Travel writer Ladislav Zibura shares his African adventure with his parents across Namibia and Botswana, featuring safaris, the Okavango River, and encounters with local cultures.
A documentary film by Ladislav Zibura exploring two journeys into the jungle, screening at Bio Oko.
Travel writer Ladislav Zibura presents his Indonesian adventure – from rainforests and encounters with indigenous tribes to volcano climbs and an unusual honeymoon journey.
An award-winning theatrical production about Queen Elizabeth II's private audiences with her Prime Ministers, starring Helen Mirren, captured live from London's West End.
A film screening of Castles in the Sand at Bio Oko cinema. Experience this film in the welcoming atmosphere of a Prague cinema.
Travel documentary about nature and life in South American countries. Screening at Bio Oko in Prague.
Czech romantic comedy about what remains of a relationship when love fades away. A humorous and reflective take on partnership.
Theatrical performance by Dejvické divadlo, a Prague-based theatre company, presenting "Ucpanej systém" at Bio Oko.
Guided tour of the projection booth at Bio Oko, one of Prague's oldest cinemas. Learn about projection technology and cinema history.
A Czech drama examining family bonds and intergenerational tensions. Theatre performance at Bio Oko.
A children's film programme featuring stories from the Magic Tree, screening at Bio Oko cinema.
A curated selection of outstanding student short films from around the world. Perfect for discovering emerging filmmakers and innovative approaches to cinema.
A film screening titled "Echoes of the Sea Waves" at Bio Oko cinema in Prague, starting at 6 PM.
Gala premiere of Icelandic director Hlynur Pálmason's film with pre-screening treats from Arctic Bakehouse at Bio Oko.