[Gwangju] Gwangju Cinema (광주극장)
💡 Overview
Gwangju Cinema opened in 1935 as an artistic and independent film theater and is the sole single-screen cinema to operate in Korea. In the past, the cinema mainly focused on Korean-focused productions such as pansori, but also screen Japanese films to increase business.
📋 Detailed Information
| 📍 Address | 10 Chungjang-ro 46beon-gil, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City (Zipcode: 61480) |
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| Operating Hours | Varies by screening |
| Day Off | The day of Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day), private rental days |
| Usage Fee | Varies by screening |
| Parking | Not available |
| Capacity | 310 seats |
| Inquiries and Information | +82-62-224-5858 |
📝 Additional Information
[Program Information]
Film screening
📸 Gallery (Click to enlarge)


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Source: Korea Tourism Organization
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