Deutsche Kinemathek Museum of Film and Television
Deutsche Kinemathek was established in 1963 as an archive of films. In 2000 they relocated it to the Filmhaus in Potsdamer Platz leading to the permanent exhibition Television of the Deutsche Kinemathek in 2006, a forerunner to the Museum of Film and Television.
If you have an interest in the history of film and television in Germany, you’ll want to check out this museum. Highlights of your visit include the Multimedia time tunnel where you can journey through the history of television in East and West Germany and the mirror room where you can view a television show on a gigantic 8-metre tall mirrored wall.
The Marlene Dietrich Collection showcases both costumes and personal items belonging to the famous actress from Berlin.
Experience the jerky motion pictures from the days when movies had no sound and see the first movies with sound that debuted in the 1930s.
On the ground floor, a large shop offers film literature, DVDs, books and current novels about Berlin.
Museum of Film and Television is located within easy walking distance of Potsdamer Platz U-Bahn or S-Bahn station.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesDeutsche Kinemathek Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Potsdamer Str. 2, 10785 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 3009030
Official Website: Deutsche Kinemathek
Deutsche Kinemathek Reviews
Rated out of 5
Loved this museum! A great place to learn about early film history, German Expressionism, the war and subsequent exodus of talent to Hollywood, and their influence on American film.
The architecture and design was amazing, evoking the expressionist style when walking through the early 20th c section.
Amy - in the last week
Great place if you have interest in films and the making of them, and obviously if you’re interested in German television history. The permanent exhibition is awesome and is really cool and many things were interactive. If you’re in Berlin, this is a must see.
Aurelijus Tyminas - a month ago
The museum provides an overview of German film industry. It’s interesting to see how some iconic scenes were made with the past technology. I wish there are more exhibitions dedicated to the modern era though.
Minh Long - a month ago
Deutsche Kinemathek was an impressive experience through Germany’s Film History! I really enjoyed the curation and how it was laid out - truly tells the grand history of cinema in Germany. It has a lot of equipment that was used in that time as well as the screenings of films are a very nice touch and helps to put yourself in that time.
Artem Bakatov - 2 months ago
On of the best museums in Berlin ! Everything is so well organised, exposition is amazing, in very interesting and creative way you can learn so many things about the global history of the cinema. Also the shop downstairs is very nice
Aleksandra Churaeva - a month ago
Directions
How to get to Deutsche Kinemathek by U-Bahn, S-Bahn
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Line(s): U2, S1, S2, S25, S26
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Station(s): U Potsdamer Platz, Berlin Potsdamer Platz Bahnhof
From Potsdamer Platz, walk west along Potsdamer StraBe. The Museum of Film and Television is in the Sony Center on the right side of the street.
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