Rialto Film Theatre

Rialto started around the 1920’s as a small, local theater. Their matinees for children were very popular back in the days. Today, Rialto has three auditoriums and a foyer. The interior is modern with lots of use of the color red attracting typical art house audience. Bundle up on one of the cosy couches overlooking the Ceintuurbaan with a cup of fresh mint tea or a specialty draft beer. The cinema rooms are a nice size, not too big or small, and the chairs are comfortable.

Out of the ordinary films

The programming of Rialto specializes in European films and non-Western art house movies. Expect no blockbusters, but accessible French and Italian films, which sometimes are preceded by an interview, introduction or an after party later. Rialto Late is a special weekly program on Friday and Saturday nights that feature cult, camp and crossover. In short, Rialto is a great place to get carried away with a gripping or romantic story.

World Cinema Amsterdam

In addition to the normal programming, Rialto is also responsible for programming the annual summer festival World Cinema Amsterdam.