Univerzitní kino Scala is a single-screen premiere cinema in the centre of Brno with a history dating back to 1929. Facing closure in 2011, it was saved by Masaryk University, which has operated it together with Aeropolis since 2013. With 475 seats and modern AV technology, it has repeatedly been named the most-visited single-screen cinema in the Czech Republic. Alongside films, it hosts lectures, conferences, festivals, and live broadcasts from the Metropolitan Opera.
Moravské náměstí 127/3, 602 00 Brno
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A widow working as a village postmistress attempts to honor her mother's dying wish, setting off a chain of events that transforms her life and reconnects her with her son.
A slasher film by Jane Schoenbrun about a director attempting to revive the cult Camp Miasma franchise with new, empathetic vision. Starring Gillian Anderson.
The film Odyssea screens at Univerzitní kino Scala in Brno.
A film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey starring Matt Damon. An epic tale of a long journey home fraught with gods, monsters, and impossible trials.
Film screening of "Spider-Man: A Brand New Day" at Univerzitní kino Scala in Brno.
The third installment in the Spider-Man film saga. Peter Parker lives in complete isolation while protecting New York as Spider-Man, when a formidable new enemy appears, threatening his existence.
Ridley Scott's sci-fi film about a young pilot Higa who embarks on a mysterious expedition through a post-apocalyptic world in search of hope.
The iconic sci-fi thriller Terminator 2: Judgment Day with Arnold Schwarzenegger and revolutionary effects from 1991 returns to the big screen.
A documentary drama about the life of Czech fighter pilot Josef František, who became famous in the 303rd Polish Fighter Squadron RAF during World War II.
An animated film about a young race car who discovers that the real joy of life comes not from winning, but from friendship and the journey itself.
A historical Japanese drama about a samurai and his prisoner in a besieged fortress, where mysterious deaths unfold a clash between honor and power.
A South Korean thriller where police and hunters confront a mysterious threat in a remote village, only to discover that reality itself may be an illusion with cosmic stakes.
Chris Columbus directs this film adaptation of the first Harry Potter novel. A young wizard attends his first year at Hogwarts School, where he makes friends and begins to uncover the mysteries of his past.
Steven Spielberg's acclaimed adaptation of the classic musical West Side Story, featuring a stellar cast and exploring themes of gang rivalry and forbidden love in 1950s New York.
A comedy about four fathers called to a school meeting after a suspicious powder is found on a ski trip. An absurd afternoon of misunderstandings and accusations unfolds.
A summer film camp for children aged 10-15 where participants create their own film while learning camera work and cinematic storytelling under the guidance of experienced instructors.
A comedy-drama about a man trapped in the transit zone of a New York airport due to a political coup in his homeland. Between waiting, love, and bureaucracy, a story of humanity and hope unfolds.
A curated selection of five documentary films exploring mountains, climbing, travel, and human resilience, featuring stories from Spain, Canada, Italy, and Britain.
Film screening of "Obsession" at Univerzitní kino Scala in Brno.
A five-day summer animation camp in Brno for children aged 8-15, where participants learn classical animation techniques and create their own short film.
A sci-fi thriller about an alien invasion of Earth, where an ordinary worker must fight for survival alongside his family against a technologically superior enemy.
A fantasy-adventure film following four boys who discover a prehistoric fossil and journey through Earth's ancient past, encountering dinosaurs and ice ages.
Film screening of "Bitter Holidays" at Univerzitní kino Scala in Brno.
Steven Spielberg's sci-fi thriller starring Tom Cruise about a future where crimes are solved before they happen. When the protagonist becomes a target of his own system, he must go on the run and uncover the truth.
A Prague family buys a country cottage only to find themselves sharing it with its original owner. A comedy about urban-rural culture clash and the cottage-owning craze of the 1970s.
A week-long summer camp in animation for children aged 8-15 at the University Cinema Scala. Participants will learn how animated films are created, make puppets, and produce their own short film.
Spielberg's acclaimed war epic follows American soldiers on a dangerous mission to find one soldier in liberated Europe during World War II, featuring some of cinema's most intense battle sequences.
A week-long film camp where children aged 10-15 learn filmmaking from script to post-production, working with cameras and creating their own film.
A relationship drama about two former partners meeting again in Liberec. Monika, a successful doctor, unexpectedly encounters her ex-husband Petr and rediscovers what once bound them during a summer walk through the city.
Spielberg's landmark sci-fi thriller about a dinosaur-filled theme park that becomes a fight for survival when security systems fail.
A week-long animation camp for children aged 8-15 at Univerzitní kino Scala. Participants will make puppets, shoot a short film, and learn the basics of animation and storytelling.
Helena Třeštíková's time-lapse portrait follows Bára Basiková's fifty-year journey from rock beginnings through musical theatre roles to chart success, revealing the personal side of the singer, woman, and mother.
A Czech film classic about sixteen-year-old Anna who runs away from home and enters the world of an urban group. A story of growing up, friendship, and finding one's identity, set to music by Colorfactory.
Spielberg's beloved 1982 sci-fi classic about a boy and an alien trying to get home. A groundbreaking film that became the highest-grossing movie of its era.
A documentary about the legendary 1986 World Cup quarter-final between England and Argentina, where Diego Maradona made history. The film explores the match within the context of the Falkland Islands War and the personal journeys of players from both teams.
A psychological drama about a daughter's reunion with her famous filmmaker father, who wants to cast her in his final film. When Nora declines, he hires a Hollywood star instead, sparking a series of funny and painful family confrontations.
Pedro Almodóvar's latest film about a director writing a screenplay inspired by the lives of those close to him. A distinctive Spanish drama with vivid colors and powerful female characters.
Ivan Ostrochovský's drama about a doctor in the 1980s who faces ethical dilemmas and state control over reproduction in a provincial hospital.
Spielberg's classic thriller about a great white shark terrorizing a small coastal town. The masterful interplay of image and John Williams' music creates an unforgettable experience.
A documentary portrait of the 14th Dalai Lama's life and teachings, compiled from archival footage spanning three decades. An intimate look at his spiritual practice, philosophy, and message for today's world.
A new chapter in the Evil Dead series starring Souheila Yacoub. Alice arrives at a family home where she accidentally unleashes demons from an ancient book, unleashing bloody chaos.
Sofia Coppola's acclaimed film about two Americans who meet in Tokyo and find connection amid isolation. A melancholic romance starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson.
Emerald Fennell's new adaptation of Wuthering Heights stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi in this tale of passion and vengeance set on the Yorkshire moors.
A drama exploring how tragedy and loss inspired Shakespeare to write Hamlet, one of literature's greatest works.
A dramatic film screening at Univerzitní kino Scala in Brno.
Tomáš Vorla's satirical musical about an idealist confronting the reality of a socialist workplace. A landmark work of independent Czech theatre.
A psychological drama about marital crisis. When Joe and Angela invite enigmatic neighbours to dinner, their seemingly innocent evening spirals into unexpected revelations of hidden desires and long-buried secrets.
A Hong Kong breakdance kung-fu comedy from the 1980s starring young Donnie Yen with phenomenal choreography. Colorful, bizarre, and full of absurd humor.
Two travel lectures with projection: diplomat Hynek Kmoníček on Asia and traveller Ruda Švaříček on Bhutan, India, Nepal and Tibet.
A horror comedy about a Halloween party where a chain of mishaps and bad decisions spirals into absurd situations with zombies and frustrated actors. A fun film about how real danger comes from prejudice and poor choices.
A parody comedy that fearlessly mocks horror and all its clichés, Scary Movie stars Marlon Wayans and Anna Faris in a crude, boundary-pushing film full of outrageous humor.
A futuristic anime about a shy engineer and a sea princess on a wild journey to find love and self-acceptance. Visually inventive and playfully witty, this award-winning film celebrates intimacy and belonging.
Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi thriller about first contact with an alien civilization, starring Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, and Colin Firth.
The sequel to the iconic fashion film returns with its original star-studded cast. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt reunite in New York.
A Mexican comedy about a fifty-year-old woman who rents out a room in Mexico City and unexpectedly bonds with a nine-year-old boy. A tender and touching film by director Fernando Eimbcke about how chance meetings can blossom into friendship.
Semi-autobiographical film by director Carla Simón about eighteen-year-old Marina who travels to Spain seeking her roots and uncovers dark family secrets. An acclaimed film from the Cannes Film Festival.
A British film about fifteen-year-old John, whose life is transformed by Tourette syndrome. When he meets the energetic Dottie, he finds support and a way to cope with his condition through humour and courage.
A psychological horror about a woman who becomes lost in an endless labyrinth of empty offices and corridors outside ordinary reality. A feature-length adaptation of the popular creepypasta phenomenon by studio A24.
A psychological thriller about a young man who buys a magical toy and wishes for a coworker to fall in love with him. When the wish comes true too literally, his life begins to unravel.
Norwegian director Kristoffer Borgli's new film with Robert Pattinson and Zendaya explores a marriage crisis unfolding in the days before a wedding.
An evening exploring artist Andrea Wanko's personal history through an exhibition, documentary film, and discussion examining Czech-German heritage, Nazism, and post-war trauma in Brno.
Vera and her friends decide to sail out to sea once more to recapture the days of their happiness. Their adventure is complicated by old resentments and their children's lack of understanding.
A live podcast episode of the film magazine MovieZone featuring hosts Cival and MrHlad. A direct recording of the show for cinema enthusiasts.
A cult animated film by DreamWorks that upends fairy-tale conventions and gender stereotypes. Shrek is an atypical hero who will win you over layer by layer, like an onion.
A Star Wars spin-off featuring Din Djarin and Grogu. The Mandalorian bounty hunter returns to help the newly formed Republic fight the remnants of the Empire.
An Icelandic film about the dissolution of a relationship between an artist and a fisherman, exploring what remains of love when all seems lost.
Three stories about adult siblings and their relationships with their parents, directed by Jim Jarmusch with a stellar cast including Tom Waits and Cate Blanchett. Winner of the Golden Lion at Venice.