When does the show start?

The show starts on 10.08.2026 at 18:15.

How much does a ticket cost?

For Monday, the cinema day price of €7.90 applies at filmforum.

How long is the film?

The shown runtime is scheduled to end around 20:00 according to the program.

Where does the event take place?

At filmforum at Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg.

Is the cinema barrier-free?

According to its own FAQ, filmforum is not barrier-free. It is advisable to check in advance with the venue if assistance is required.

When does the box office open?

The box office generally opens 30 minutes before the first screening on show days, and from 15:00 in the afternoons.

A Dinner Tips into the Unexpected: The Invite at filmforum Duisburg

Name: The Invite
Start: 2026-08-10T20:15:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-10T22:00:00+02:00
Location: filmforum

An Evening Between Laughter and Abyss

With The Invite, a cleverly constructed chamber piece will hit the screen at filmforum Duisburg on August 10, 2026, turning a seemingly harmless dinner into a subtle test of limits. Olivia Wilde directs a night where marriage, desire, and polite conversation collide, until every glance, every pause, and every smile gains meaning. ([a24films.com](https://a24films.com/films/the-invite?sid=316ec3c2-1318-4b23-99bd-269b95821134))

When the Living Room Becomes a Stage

The narrative power lies in the intimacy of the setting: one room, two couples, an invitation that promises more than it can deliver. According to A24, the film follows Joe and Angela, whose relationship stands on shaky ground, while the evening with neighbors takes unexpected turns. The SIFF review describes the piece as a humorous yet profoundly human chamber comedy, whose authenticity arises from the work with the actors and the chronological shooting style. ([a24films.com](https://a24films.com/films/the-invite?sid=316ec3c2-1318-4b23-99bd-269b95821134))

Direction, Acting, and Dramatic Friction

Olivia Wilde leads the ensemble with a keen sense of timing, subtext, and density of conflict. Alongside Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton convey tension through a finely tuned play of irony, vulnerability, and sharp exchanges. The result is not just a relationship film but a precise stage experience in film length: close, tense, elegant, and with that theatrical atmosphere that derives great intensity from a confined space. ([a24films.com](https://a24films.com/films/the-invite?sid=316ec3c2-1318-4b23-99bd-269b95821134))

Why This Film Works Particularly at filmforum

filmforum Duisburg provides exactly the right environment for such a dense evening: community cinema, cultural-historical tradition, clear cinematic culture, and an audience that appreciates language, wit, and nuances. The auditorium is air-conditioned, the box office opens early on show days, and the way to the house at Dellplatz is signposted; parking is available at the Immobilien-Competence-Center parking garage at Wallstraße 34. The building is not barrier-free, but offers assistance and support upon prior arrangement. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/service/preise-oeffnungszeiten/?utm_source=openai))

What the Press Promises

The reviews published so far highlight intelligent humor, emotional precision, and the energy of the ensemble. Rotten Tomatoes quotes the film as a subversive, very funny farce with strong performances; SIFF emphasizes the mix of comedy, openness, and psychological accuracy. For the Duisburg audience, this means: a film evening that not only entertains but makes conversations after the credits more likely than silence. ([rottentomatoes.com](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_invite?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion

The Invite is a clever, pointed, and very human film about closeness, vanity, and the quiet explosions of a shared evening. Those who love fine acting, precise dramaturgy, and a concentrated stage experience in the cinema should not miss this date at filmforum Duisburg. Secure your seat now and experience the tension live. ([a24films.com](https://a24films.com/films/the-invite?sid=316ec3c2-1318-4b23-99bd-269b95821134))