Bioscope

Johannesburg


This cool independent cinema in the heart of Maboneng hosts international film festivals, shows throwback movies and airs provocative documentaries. Sit back and relax in old car seats and enjoy the movie. On Sunday from 11am to 2pm it screens short movies, including one about Maboneng, for free.

At the attached cafe Chalkboard snack on traditional cinema nibbles like popcorn and soft drinks, or less-traditional beer and pizza.


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