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Izhevsk's Lost Cinemas
A look at the history and features of four lost cinemas in Izhevsk, Russia, along with their eventual fates.
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Russia
RussiaEntertainmentHistoryCinemaNostalgiaSoviet Union
Oktyabr CinemaUdarnik CinemaRodina CinemaAvrora CinemaRusskiy Dom
Nikita MerzlyakovDmitry KarpovichAndrey SobolevMikhail ShmyrevGalina Alekseeva
- Describe some key features of the Udarnik cinema and what it became.
- The Udarnik cinema, opened in 1970, included a large aviary and offered subscriptions for children. It was replaced in 2007 by the Russkiy Dom cultural center.
- What is notable about the architecture and amenities of the Oktyabr cinema?
- The Oktyabr cinema in Izhevsk operated for almost 20 years, closing in 2003. It was a typical three-story building in the constructivist style, featuring a large stained-glass window and a (non-functional) fountain.
- What common aspects linked the various cinemas beyond their movie screenings?
- These cinemas were popular community hubs, offering not only movies but also additional entertainment like arcades, and events like pioneer ceremonies and exhibitions. They represent a significant part of Izhevsk's cultural history.
- What kind of films were shown at the Avrora cinema, and what notable event did it host?
- The Avrora cinema, built in the 1980s, was known for its screenings of both domestic and foreign films, including adult titles. It hosted events like a meet-and-greet with director Sergei Solovyov and actors from the film 'Assa'.
- What entertainment options were available at the Rodina cinema beyond movies, and what is on its site now?
- Rodina cinema, opened in 1974, also had an aviary, and was popular with children for its low-cost entertainment options. The building was eventually demolished and replaced by a supermarket.