When does the screening start?

The screening begins on July 28, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Where will the film evening take place?

At Schauburg Filmpalast on Horster Strasse 6 in Gelsenkirchen.

How much is the admission?

The regular price is €7.50, the reduced ticket costs €6.50.

How long is the film?

The film has a runtime of 146 minutes.

Is the film suitable for youth?

Yes, the rating is FSK from 12 years.

Are there any discounts available?

Discounts apply among others for students, pupils, retirees, the unemployed, persons with disabilities, and holders of the Gelsenkirchen volunteer card.

The Magician in the Kremlin ignites a power play full of gravitational pull at Schauburg Filmpalast

Name: The Magician in the Kremlin
Start: 2026-07-28T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-29T00:26:00+02:00
Location: Schauburg Filmpalast

The Magician in the Kremlin at Schauburg Filmpalast: Political thriller with gravitational pull and power analysis

On July 28, 2026, the Community Cinema at Schauburg Filmpalast Gelsenkirchen will screen a film that sweeps through the present like a cold gust of wind: The Magician in the Kremlin. Olivier Assayas, together with Emmanuel Carrère, unfolds a gripping panorama of power about Putin's rise, media staging, and the mechanics of authoritarian rule. Paul Dano and Jude Law carry this story with concentration, suspense, and an atmosphere that vibrates between political nightmare and precise historical lesson. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/96007-der-magier-im-kreml))

When Power Becomes a Stage

The film does not rely on loud gestures but on the fine choreography of influence. At the center is Vadim Baranov, a hard-to-grasp figure who grows into a gray eminence in the Kremlin environment. The narrative moves from the wild 1990s in Russia to the authoritarian consolidation of the Putin era. This range makes the cinematic experience so intense: each scene acts like a newly drawn curtain over a system that produces its own images. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/96007-der-magier-im-kreml))

Tempo, Design, Acting

Assayas' direction impresses with rhythm, design, and a clear passion for political analysis. Critics highlight the film’s rapid access while providing a glimpse into the workings of power. Paul Dano portrays Baranov quietly, controlled, and eerily; Jude Law appears as Putin with oppressive coldness. Thus, it becomes not a sensational scandal film, but a precise study of media power, advice, manipulation, and the aesthetics of political control. ([epd-film.de](https://www.epd-film.de/filmkritiken/der-magier-im-kreml))

The Schauburg as a Stylish Setting

The Schauburg Filmpalast is considered a traditional cinema in Gelsenkirchen, with authentic furnishings and a special atmosphere. This makes this event equally appealing to cinephiles and cultural audiences: historical ambiance, cinema-like concentration, and a series that deliberately showcases demanding films differently. The Community Cinema operates here as a culturally distinct address for arthouse films, discourse, and cinematic discoveries. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/kultur/film__foto__medien/kinos/index.aspx))

An Evening for Politics, Cinema, and Conversations Afterwards

The Magician in the Kremlin is aimed at visitors who seek a cerebral stage experience, not just a consumption of cinema. Those who wish to experience power, history, and acting in a dense political thriller will find an evening with lasting impact. The screening on July 28, 2026, invites you to experience the mechanics of rule on the big screen and to carry your audience reaction forward afterwards. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/96007-der-magier-im-kreml))