Strange River in Duisburg: Poetic cinema evening at filmforum


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A summer film between dream and reality at filmforum Duisburg
On August 17, 2026, the poetic coming-of-age drama Strange River will be screened at filmforum Duisburg. The film begins at 8:30 PM and takes the audience into a summery world full of movement, secrets, and quiet tension. The Spanish original title with German subtitles is part of the Queer Film Night; the runtime is 105 minutes, and the rating is for ages 12 and up. The filmforum shows the movie in its unique cinema setting at Dellplatz. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/08/17/strange-river/?cHash=f9f11e4366fc3f201bbe872ae9559378))
A cinema evening with atmosphere and film sensitivity
The story promises an intense event experience: Dídac cycles along the Danube with his family, discovers a mysterious boy in the water, and finds himself caught between longing, family, and fantasy. Jaume Claret Muxart tells this story with a steady hand, 16mm images, and a dreamlike visual language. The film won the prize for the best Mediterranean film at the Venice Film Festival, bringing additional film historical brilliance to Duisburg. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/08/17/strange-river/?cHash=f9f11e4366fc3f201bbe872ae9559378))
The filmforum as a special place for cinephiles
The filmforum is considered the first municipal cinema in Germany and combines cultural film series with an atmosphere reminiscent of a film palace from the 1950s. The location at Dellplatz 16 is centrally located in Duisburg city center, easily accessible by public transport, and with parking options in the vicinity. In front of the cinema, there is a pedestrian zone; the main train station is about a 15-minute walk away. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/microsites/visit_duisburg/discover_the_city/activities_and_entertainment/filmforum-duisburg.php?utm_source=openai))
Travel, comfort and accessibility
The directions are clearly described: trams and subways stop at Steinsche Gasse and Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz, and several bus lines stop nearby. There are numerous parking spaces available around the filmforum, which can be used free of charge after 8:00 PM; additionally, there is the parking garage Immobilien-Competence-Center at Wallstraße 34. However, the building itself is not barrier-free, and the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. For visitors with a severe disability card, there is a free ticket for the accompanying person upon presentation of the card with the B mark. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/service/kontakt-anfahrt/))
Conclusion: Strange River combines summery images, emotional tension, and a strong festival presence for an evening for all who want to not just see cinema but experience it. Those searching for atmospheric film art in a special setting will find the right date here. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/08/17/strange-river/?cHash=f9f11e4366fc3f201bbe872ae9559378))
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