Yes, integrating into a new country is important. And yes, watching movies in the language you’re trying to learn is a fun and effective way to do that. But here’s the catch: Spain has a long-standing tradition of dubbing every single foreign movie. Seriously, every. Single. One. That means instead of hearing natural English, French, or German dialogue, you’re stuck watching Spanish voiceovers… with mouths moving to entirely different words.
So, what does that teach you? Maybe how to speak Spanish while your lips aren’t moving. Not exactly the most useful skill. Unless you’re training to be a ventriloquist: in that case, go wild! But for the rest of us, there’s no need to panic. Yelmo Cine Ideal offers exactly what you’re looking for!
About Cine Ideal
Yelmo Cines Ideal, is an Original Version (V.O) theatre in the centre of Madrid that features mainly English-speaking films without the typical Spanish dubbing. Most of the movies screened at Cine Ideal are accompanied by Spanish subtitles (V.O.S.E), but the audio is always English unless otherwise stated. It’s not the biggest theatre in the city, but they always ensure to release the biggest films coming out of Hollywood and various film festivals throughout the year! They host matinee and late movie screenings and even have a special “Movie Wednesday” promotion where all movie tickets are sold at a reduced price!
The theatre itself is one of the oldest in the capital and is located inside an old convent, which can still be seen by the beautiful old stained glass windows that decorate the front of the building. In 2017, the theatre went through a major renovation, updating its aesthetics and features to keep up with its more modern rivals outside the city centre. You’ll find it just outside of Puerta del Sol in Plaza de Jacinto Benavente on Calle del Doctor Cortezo!
Want to learn more about the cinema system in Madrid? That’s great! Take a look at our rundown of everything you need to know about Madrid’s Film Scene and take a look at another one of Madrid’s oldest theatres, the Cine Doré!
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