Cinema and Movies

Hi everyone, this is an invite for film fans. 

this Friday will be the premiere of a short movie from a Brazilian director first, called "Antropico" and then screen “M” by Fritz Lang – Eine Stadt sucht einen Mörder (DE with EN subtitles), which will be accompanied by an analysis from The Yaaba Film Company and a group discussion on the moral, social, and psychological questions raised through the film. 
We would love to have someone from your community joining us there!

 Tickets are €13, but include Italian food throughout the night to feed your movie hunger: https://luma.com/k7fc9uvu Program ​📅 Date: February 20th 🕡 Doors open: 6:00 PM ✨ We look forward to watching, thinking, and exchanging with you. Ort betahaus | Moritzplatz Lobeckstraße 30, 10969 Berlin, Deutschland ​Program flow ​​6:30 PM — Introduction Presentation by Weavii Dalila Cataldi and Fabio Muroni from Weavii will introduce the event and welcome the audience. 6:45 PM — Short film Premiere “Antropico” by Matheo Fernandes (a Brazilian Film Director) First Official Public Screening of “Antropico” More about Matheo Fernandes: https://matheofernandes.com/ About “Antropico”: In an indigenous land threatened by the presence of white settlers, Maria, an eighty-year-old artisan, confronts the pain of losing her husband. Months after his death, she awakens from a deep lethargy and decides to paint. Determined to overcome her existential near-death, Maria channels her sorrow into creating a work that may be one of her last ones. This project was made possible with the support of the Brazilian Government, through the Ministry of Culture, with resources from the Paulo Gustavo Law (Lei Paulo Gustavo 2024). ​7:15 PM — Short presentation by The Yaaba Film Company Geronimo Coiro, Akvile Dubinskaite and Emre ACI will introduce The Yaaba Film Company to the audience. Ok ​7:30 PM — Official screening “M” by Fritz Lang – Eine Stadt sucht einen Mörder (DE with EN subtitles) ​Geronimo Coiro of The Yaaba Film Company will lead audiences into the unsettling world of Fritz Lang’s M, examining the moral, social, and psychological questions Lang sought to confront through the film. The discussion will explore what Lang expected audiences to wrestle with after leaving the cinema—particularly the private, uneasy conversations about justice, guilt, collective responsibility, and the nature of evil that M provokes. ​Special attention will be given to Lang’s groundbreaking use of sound, narrative structure, and visual design in M, including his innovative approach to off-screen space, silence, and parallel editing, all of which deepen the film’s ethical tension. Geronimo will engage with M as if in a real-time dialogue with Fritz Lang, treating the film as an active conversation—questioning its assumptions, responding to its provocations, and tracing how its ideas continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. ​The film encourages us to compare the past and the present, revealing both social change and enduring themes that continue to resonate today. ​9:30 PM — Discussion & open exchange with the audience Delicious Italian food will be provided to keep you well nourished for a great night of film! Drinks will also be available to purchase on site. ​About Weavii ​Weavii is a Berlin-based platform and community connecting artists, businesses, and cultural spaces to create meaningful collaborations. Through events, matchmaking, and curated projects, we support emerging artists while helping organisations bring more human, creative, and cultural value into their work. Our goal is simple: make collaboration fairer, easier, and more inspiring for everyone involved. ​More about Weavii: https://weavii.io/

Join us for a Chinese dinner at Kamala. We’ll eat, chat, and welcome new and regular faces. This event is for vegans living in or visiting Berlin. **Where**: Kamala, Boxhagener Str. 85, 10245 Berlin **When**: Friday 20 Feb 2026, 19:00 **What to do now**: please read the fee note below before you RSVP Reservation is under **Berlin Vegan Social**. **€1 event fee (non-refundable)** The €1 fee helps cover Meetup and small costs; any extra is donated to animal rights NGOs. Send it via the **PayPal details in the comments** **within 48 hours of RSVPing** (only visible to people marked Going). Transfer note: "Meetup Name + Kamala". No PayPal? Message me for the IBAN. **If no fee received within 48 hours, RSVP will be automatically cancelled.** We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and will mean removal from future events.

Book a ticket [HERE](https://www.epiccomedyberlin.com/weekly-shows?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=dark-thoughts-meetup-berlin-sales&utm_content=listing-main-v1&target=weekly-shows&show=dark-thoughts&city=berlin) A Berlin comedy show where Berlin's top stand up comedians take your suggestions and generate hilarious sets on the spot! ★★★★★ DOORS 10:45 PM SHOW STARTS 11 PM ★★★★★ ★★★★★ENGLISH-SPEAKING★★★★★ Finally, something Netflix can't match! The Darkest Thoughts Comedy Berlin show offers you the audience a chance to get immediate comedy based on any topic you can think of. This interactive comedy show opens with a short and funny conversation with the host about what themes interest you today. Then there is a short break where you get another drink and write down whatever you want us to improvise about in the second part related to the themes we discussed. Then a lineup of the best Berlin comedians will come in and improvise standup comedy on the spot with your notes! It's gonna be funny, interesting comedy show generated straight from your thoughts! This is a donation-based show (Recommended donation 10-15 Euro) so entry is free but we recommend you reserve your seat as seating is limited (reservations valid until 15 minutes before the show starts.) So reserve now and let the Darkest Thoughts Comedy show pluck some funny directly from your mind!

**PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THEIR REPECTIVE WEBSITES! Sometimes they cancel events and you don't want to go there for nothing.** This Contact Jam happens every friday. Entry is 4€ depending if there is live music. https://a248.e.akamai.net/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/5/1/7/600_455309975.jpeg It's a nice longish room with a dance floor. There is live music on every 1st, 3rd & 5th friday. And a silent jam on every 2nd & 4th friday. Their Homepage (http://www.phynixtanzt.de/m_einstieg.html#freitags)

To find us, look out for "The Red Stonker" which looks like: https://meetu.ps/3mjhSm [Use a web browser, as the App does not go to the right place] Every Friday evening we gather for an English speaking meetup for some social drinks. The venue varies from week to week, so please check the location for each event. If you have any suggestions for where you might like to meet next time, please send me a message. If you run a biergarten, bar, or other suitable location and would like some customers, send me a message. The number of attendees varies as you can see from the past events, but there is usually at least 50. We have a mix of nationals and internationals working, studying, visiting, or just living in Berlin. Free to attend, everybody is welcome, so grab a drink and come say hi.

We invite you to join us for a shared cinema experience followed by an open discussion. Together we will watch **“Los Destellos” (Glimmers)**, a Spanish drama that follows Isabel as her life takes an unexpected turn when her daughter asks her to visit her ill ex-husband. Confronting long-buried resentments allows her to reassess their failed relationship and come to terms with her own present — a sensitive exploration of love, reflection, and emotional resilience. **Movie details:** 🎥 **LOS DESTELLOS [GLIMMERS] :** [Cicle Gaudí: LOS DESTELLOS](https://babylonberlin.eu/programm/filmreihen/cicle-gaud%C3%AD/9672-cicle-gaud-los-destellos) 🇪🇸 Language: Spanish (Original) – OMeU (Original with subtitles) 🎞️ Duration: 100 min 🎬 Director: Pilar Palomero 👩‍🎤 Cast: Patricia López Arnaiz, Antonio de la Torre, Julián López, Marina Guerola 📅 **Saturday, February 21, 2026** 🕒 15:45 📍 **Kino 2, Babylon Kino, Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 30, 10178 Berlin** 📝 **Subtitles:** English (or German) available 🎟️ **Tickets:** Please buy your ticket online: [Cicle Gaudí: LOS DESTELLOS](https://babylonberlin.eu/programm/filmreihen/cicle-gaud%C3%AD/9672-cicle-gaud-los-destellos) 👉 **Join our WhatsApp group** to chat about the film and coordinate meeting at the café!: [Group Chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/J1PU7iWTNeBLQ4oRz27grV) ⚠️ Note: This is a WhatsApp group link. If it doesn’t open in the Meetup app, please copy & paste it into your browser or open it in the WhatsApp app. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- After the screening, there will be a **moderated audience discussion** with Olivia López Bremme, accompanied by wine from the Mallorcan winery **Ànima Negra** and snacks, kindly supported by **Hotel GatRooms**. We will then **go together to a nearby café** to continue the experience with an **informal discussion**, giving everyone a chance to share thoughts about the film and connect with other cinema enthusiasts.

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *To sustain and grow this amazing community, we started a member contribution that is due every month. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out!*

Movie Lovers, ReSee and the Zeitgeist Zentrum are teaming up for another edition of Zeit für Deutsch, our monthly, donation-based movie event taking place at the Zeitgeist Zentrum Sprachschule in Wedding. At each event, we'll screen a different German language film and spend a little time before and after the movie chatting amongst each other, speaking as much or as little German as you'd like, and just coming together as a community for a relaxed, low-pressure movie night. This time around we're showing a classic German thriller taking place all around Berlin. It follows a woman named who needs to obtain 100.000 marks in 20 minutes to save the life of her boyfriend. You know the one - but if you've never seen it, now's your chance! • Doors open at 2:30pm • Film starts at 3pm • Guests are encouraged to stick around and speak a little German after, but there's no pressure. This is 95% fun, 5% German practice :) Space is limited, so grab a spot and mark your calendars. Donations are also welcome at the door. RSVP on Luma to reserve your spot: https://luma.com/6bswkqh1 ​We hope to see you there 💜

**🎬 Screenwriters' Meetup Invitation 🎬** This meetup is for anyone passionate about storytelling—whether you’re a screenwriter, filmmaker, producer, or someone with a great idea looking for the right collaborators. Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your screenplay, this is the perfect space to create, collaborate, and refine your work. **When You Bring Your Screenplay, Think About Three Key Ingredients:** 1. **Your Main Character** – Who are they? What drives them? 2. **The Central Conflict** – What’s at stake? What’s standing in their way? 3. **The Theme** – What’s the deeper idea that motivates you to tell this story? If you’re struggling to find a theme, define your character, or establish a strong conflict—don’t worry. That’s exactly what this meetup is for. We’re here to help you uncover the core of your story and give you the tools to develop it further. Already have an elaborate story? Great! Reflect on these elements: * **Compelling Characters** – Are they layered, dynamic, and memorable? * **Inner Conflicts, Interpersonal Tensions, and Global Stakes** – Does your story operate on multiple levels? * **A Strong, Personal Theme** – Does your theme resonate with you and give your story purpose? If you can identify these elements, we can dive even deeper and give you focused, constructive feedback to help your screenplay reach its full potential. Bring your ideas, your drafts, and your passion. Let’s collaborate, challenge each other, and create stories that matter. We can’t wait to see you there!

This time we will be discussing Princess Monoke by Hayao Miyazaki which runs in the cinemas : https://m.imdb.com/de/title/tt0119698/ We’re a group of people who enjoy films and talking about films. We meet on Sunday in a cafe/bar and have a relaxed discussion about the film. We talk about how we felt about the film, and what we liked or disliked about it. Don't forget to watch the film before joining the meetup :)

"Tauche ein in *Stadtbad RELOADED: BEYOND* und erkunde einen der faszinierendsten Lost Places Berlins. Spaziere durch ein 97 Jahre altes, stillgelegtes Schwimmbad, das mit atemberaubenden Kunstwerken wieder zum Leben erweckt wurde. Diese unglaubliche Verschmelzung von Architektur und Kunst zeigt mehr als 150 animierte Kunstwerke, die von berühmten internationalen Künstler:innen geschaffen wurden. Neben der Installation AMBILIGHT, bestehend aus 63.000 LEDs, die Klassikern wie Tetris und Snake neues Leben einhaucht, ist das neue Highlight der Ausstellung die kinoreife immersvie Deckenprojektion BEYOND. Doch das ist längst nicht alles." Bitte kauft Euren eigenen Tickets online über [die Webseite](https://stadtbadreloaded.de/#experience). Verfügbarkeit ist begrenzt, also plant im Voraus. Die Ausstellung ist für etwa 90 Minuten. Wir können uns davor treffen, z.B. beim [Intercosmos](https://www.interkosmos.cc), um eine Kleinigkeit zu essen bzw. trinken. Lasst ein Kommentar unten, oder schreibt mir direkt eine Nachricht :)

Monatliches Yorck-Kino-Meetup in Berlin 🎬 Einmal im Monat, an einem Samstag, treffen wir uns zu einem gemeinsamen Kinobesuch in einem Yorck-Kino in Berlin. Kino und Film wechseln monatlich. Film, Ort und Uhrzeit werden jeweils kurz vor dem Termin bekannt gegeben, da sich das Programm regelmäßig ändert. Der gemeinsame Kinobesuch steht im Mittelpunkt. 📍 Wechselnde Yorck-Kinos 📅 Samstag, einmal im Monat 🎟 Ticket individuell selbst zu kaufen

Join us as we get together to see the period drama / classic monster movie, THE BRIDE! The film is written/directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in a new take on the classic tale, The Bride of Frankenstein. We'll be seeing this one on Thurs, 3/5 one day ahead of the film's opening on Friday. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein's creature asks Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. They give life to a murdered woman as "the Bride," sparking romance, police interest and radical social change. It is written, directed and co-produced by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-qJkAXLfYM PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and we’ll meet inside the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm. Advance ticket purchase is advised (via Gateway website preferred). Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show bite at Cazuela’s next door at 5:30pm. Please arrive by 5:30pm and ask for the Movie Group! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together to see SIRAT, an Oscar-nominated Best International Film from Spain that follows a father, accompanied by his son, goes looking for his missing daughter in North Africa. Here’s a description, trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A father, accompanied by his son arrive at a rave deep in the mountains of southern Morocco while searching for his daughter who vanished months ago at one of these endless, sleepless parties. As their search continues, the journey forces them to confront their own limits. The film is directed by Oliver Laxe and stars Sergi Lopez, Bruno Nunez Arjona and Richard Bellamy. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww-IXHXvS70 BUZZ & ACCLAIM: SIRAT has already won numerous awards, including 4 at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, along with the Chicago, Montclair and Toronto International Film Festivals! It also earned a whopping 11 nominations at the 40th Goya Awards, including Best Film and Director, and was nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Sound at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is earning a stellar 92% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes which calls it “an unforgettable exercise in tension” and “a brutal reminder that the journey can be more important than the destination.” PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will confirm/announce details as the date gets closer. Once showtime is confirmed, advance purchase (via GFC website preferred) is advised! Once you have your ticket, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!” PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together for a CMG-favorite event, the OSCAR PARTY AND RED CARPET BASH at the Drexel Theatre! The highlight of the movie year live on the big screen always makes for a fun and memorable evening! Here are details for this event: WHAT TO EXPECT: This year’s ceremony will be hosted once again by Conan O’Brien. In addition to the Oscars on the big screen, your ticket includes a Meal Deal from the Drexel’s new food partner Newfangled Kitchen (I’m checking on vegetarian/vegan options) along with unlimited popcorn and sodas, a free box of candy, and your first beer, wine or specialty drink on the house! Also included: Oscar-themed trivia with prizes from local businesses, on-site paparazzi, and the Drexel's Oscar ballot contest with a chance to win a year of free Drexel movies! Plus, the BEST and most FUN way to watch the Oscars with fellow film fans and your CMG friends! ADVANCE TICKETS: General public tickets are $45 but Movie Group Members and their guests get in for just $35! Here’s how to purchase your tickets: \* Option 1 – In Person: You can purchase at the ticket counter anytime during operating hours. Just mention you are with the Columbus Movie Group for the discounted rate. \* Option 2 – Online: If you prefer to purchase online, you can do so by going to the link below and following these instructions: 1. Click the link below. 2. Click the little TICKETS box then click BUY TICKETS. 3. If you are a Drexel Member, you can log in here to receive the Member/Group rate, which is the same. If you are not a Drexel member, click “No” and the $40 Rate will pop up. But, don’t fret. It’s a little hard to find but there’s a “Promotion Code” section on the screen. Click the “Know a Promotion Code?” box, enter “CMG2026” (case sensitive) and submit. Select the appropriate number of tickets in the Discount Rate section and click “Add.” Next “Proceed to Checkout” then “Checkout” and enter your credit card info. There’s a $1.50 online service fee but it’ll save you a trip to the Drexel. (If you don’t already have one, you will need to sign in or create an account first.) Sellout possible so please purchase yours as soon as possible in advance! LINK FOR TICKETS (See Above Instructions): https://prod1.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=373546\~e2e0a350-c626-4e33-bc63-27e983f4aecf&epguid=ab0b2f82-403c-4972-9998-5475e7dcfa0e&mdy=3/15/2026& DRESS: Dressing up for the occasion art of part of the fun! Dress up as much as you like – there will be everything from casual to formal at the event! Or you can go in character as one of this year’s nominated films! ARRIVAL: Doors open for CMG at 5:30pm so that’s when we’ll plan to meet! That’ll give us plenty of time to fill out our Oscar Ballots, pick up some free popcorn, candy, and something to drink, mix, mingle, take some photos, pick up your Newfangled Kitchen Meal Deal, grab a seat in our CMG Reserved Section, then settle in to enjoy the Academy Awards on the Big Screen! PICTURES: We’ll take pics throughout the evening and the Drexel Paparazzi will be on hand as well. We’ll also take a big group photo around 6:40 near the entrance before the show begins. If you happen to take some good shots yourself, be sure to upload them on the Oscar Party Meetup event! RESERVED SEATING: As you enter the theater, the roped off section to the right marked “Reserved” is reserved for you, your guest(s) and the Columbus Movie Group! BONUS LINKS: \* COMPLETE LIST OF NOMINEES: https://deadline.com/lists/2026-oscar-nominations-list/ \* INTERESTING ARTICLE ON RECORDS BROKEN, SUPRISING FACTS AND OSCAR FIRSTS: https://abc7.com/post/oscar-nominations-2026-surprising-facts-nominees-98th-oscars/18448908/ \* SHORT VIDEO MONTAGE OF THIS YEAR’S BEST PICTURE NOMINEES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3abMnrsaUA \* FUN VIDEO OF OSCAR NOMINEES HEARING THEIR NOMINATIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6eY1yGQ2aU PARKING: Parking is available along Main Street in front of the theater, on Drexel Avenue, and other nearby side streets. Additional parking is available at the Bexley Municipal Parking Lot (two driveways west of the theatre). LINK: Should be a fun & festive evening and a terrific way to celebrate a great year of movies together! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan PS FOR VEGETARIANS / VEGANS: I'm checking with the Drexel now to confirm that veg / vegan options will be available. Their regular menu DOES list both options so I think we should be okay. I'll update this note once confirmed.

A classic Italian road comedy that was so good the film ministry recognized it as "culturally significant." Starring Vittorio Gassman and Jean-Louis Trintignant, the film shows that for young men in love the rules of the road are only suggestions. And the rules for love? Hey, this is an Italian picture! Oh to be young and filled with joie de vivre or la dolce vita. A french/italian fun filled movie with a surprising twist at the end. Do you have a fun memory from your youth? Location TBD, but it will be in person for sure!

Tickets now on sale Cinemark Stoneridge Plaza ,Gahanna