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Cinema

Where to see movies in V. O.

Filmoteca de Catalunya

Most neighbourhood houses in Barcelona will usually show the dubbed version, and a lot of art houses and independent theatres have shut down in the last few years.

But the city still offers plenty of chances to see contemporary films in V.O. (Versió Original, V.E. is Versió Espanyola, and V.C., Versió Catalana, which you'll see mostly for the big blockbusters. Quite a few films are made in Catalan these days, and local directors have been attracting some attention in the international film festivals). In summer, check out BCN's outdoor film festival, Sala Montjuïc.

Filmoteca de Catalunya

Yelmo Icaria: Part of a big national chain. One of few currently with 3-D equipment. Like the Girona, they often run operas and ballets live from around the world.

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Text © Dana Facaros & Michael Pauls

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