cinema - albert

What cinema - albert does

Cinema Albert is a family-owned, two-screen cinema operating in Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde, Belgium. Founded in 1916 and officially licensed in 1919, it is the oldest continuously operating cinema in Belgium at the same location and currently operated by Philip Cleynens in the fourth generation of family ownership. It functions as the last remaining cinema in the Groot-Dendermonde area, serving as a local cultural anchor for scheduled film screenings, special premieres, and themed community events.

The cinema runs on a two-screen complex (expanded in 1992) with 4K digital projection installed in 2020 (following a 2009 digitization) and Dolby sound. Programming extends beyond standard theatrical releases to include partnership-driven events such as the October 2025 Oxfam-supported 'Nuestra Tierra' screening. Ticketing operates through both walk-up box office and an online channel for special events.

Revenue is generated primarily through ticket sales (€10 adult, €9 student/child) supplemented by a subscription model (€90 for 11 films), gift vouchers, and snack vouchers (€5). The business is structured as a partnership (vof) under Belgian law, with marketing conducted via the company website, a weekly newsletter, community referrals, and event-based programming.

Name

cinema - albert

Legal name

Cinema Albert vof

Website

https://cinema-albert.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Cinema Albert is a fourth-generation, family-owned two-screen cinema in Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde, Belgium, founded in 1916. It serves as the last remaining cinema in the Groot-Dendermonde area, offering scheduled film screenings, special events, and community programming to local audiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Movie Theater / Cinema Services

NAICS

Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins) (512131), Motion Picture and Video Exhibition (51213)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent & Art-house Cinemas (MPADAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Special Event Screenings & Pop-up Cinemas (MPADAKAE)

Keywords

• Movie theater operations
• Film screenings
• Cinema subscriptions
• Special event screenings
• Family cinema

Headquarters

HQ city

Sint-gillis-bij-dendermonde

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Film Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream from admission tickets for film screenings. Standard adult tickets at €10 and discounted tickets at €9 for children and students.
2. Film Subscriptions: Sale of film subscription cards offering 10 films plus one free, priced at €90. Valid until December 31, 2027.
3. Snacks and Beverages: On-site sales of drinks, candy, chips, popcorn, chocolate, and ice cream. Patrons are not allowed to bring outside food and drinks.
4. Gift Vouchers: Sale of gift tickets and vouchers in credit card format. Film tickets for adults at €10, student/child tickets at €9, snack vouchers at €5.
5. Snack Vouchers: Candy and drink vouchers available at €5, unlimited validity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cinema Albert operates a two-screen movie theater in Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde, Belgium, offering scheduled film screenings of mainstream releases alongside special event screenings, premieres with introductions, documentaries, and cultural lectures. The cinema sells individual admission tickets, snack and beverage items on-site, gift vouchers, and a multi-visit film subscription card. It also partners with organizations such as Oxfam to host unique themed screenings.

Product overview

Cinema Albert operates as a two-screen family cinema in Sint-Gillis Dendermonde, Belgium, offering movie screenings and related services. The product portfolio consists of core admission tickets (adult and discounted student/child rates at €10 and €9 respectively), a 10+1 film subscription package at €90, snack/drink gift vouchers at €5, and gift packaging boxes. The cinema also hosts special events, premieres with introductions, and unique screenings in partnership with organizations like Oxfam.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Adult Film Ticket (Filmticket Volwassene) Standard movie admission ticket for adult visitors, priced at €10, available at the box office or online for special events.
• Child/Student Film Ticket (Filmticket Student of kind) Discounted movie admission ticket for children and students up to age 25 and adults with an EU Disability Card, priced at €9.
• 11-Film Subscription (Filmabonnement - 11 keer genieten) Multi-visit film subscription card offering 11 admissions (10 paid + 1 free) for €90, valid until December 31, 2027, and not personally bound so it can be shared or gifted.
• Snack and Drink Voucher (Cadeaubon Versnaperingen) Credit-card-format voucher redeemable for snacks and beverages at the cinema bar, priced at €5 with unlimited validity.
• Gift Packaging (Geschenkdoosjes) Optional cardboard gift box (€1, two colors) or on-site metal gift box (€2) used to present cinema tickets, subscriptions, or vouchers as gifts.
• Standard Film Screenings Scheduled film screenings across two screens featuring current mainstream releases (e.g., Toy Story 5, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey) and Flemish-language or kids' programming for the local Dendermonde community.
• Special Event Screenings and Premieres Curated special event screenings, premieres with introductions, documentaries, cultural lectures, and themed events often partnered with external organizations such as Oxfam.
• On-site Snacks and Beverages Concession service selling drinks, candy, chips, popcorn, chocolate, and ice cream at the cinema bar; outside food and beverages are not allowed in the venue.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• OxfamminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 October 2025Cinema Albert partnered with Oxfam for a special one-time screening of 'Nuestra Tierra' documentary on October 8, 2025. The screening included Oxfam branding and BIO Quinoabiscuits with Argentine honey as part of the ticket package for €12.50.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Lumière Cinema Antwerp: Belgian independent/art-house cinema in Antwerp offering curated mainstream and cultural programming in a small multi-screen format. Closely comparable to Cinema Albert as a small Belgian independent exhibitor combining mainstream releases with cultural and event programming.
• Sphinx Cinema Ghent: Small independent cinema in Ghent with a curated mix of mainstream, art-house and special-event programming. Directly comparable as a Belgian single/multi-screen independent exhibitor relying on local audiences and cultural events.
• Cinema Zuid: Independent art-house cinema in Antwerp focused on curated and cultural programming. Comparable to Cinema Albert in its small-scale independent exhibitor model and emphasis on special screenings and community audiences.

Broad incumbents

• Kinepolis Group: Largest cinema operator in Belgium and broader Europe, running multiplexes with mainstream and premium formats. Provides context for scale, technology adoption, and competitive benchmarks against a small independent operator like Cinema Albert.
• UGC: Major European cinema chain with broad mainstream and event programming across multiple markets. Comparable as a larger incumbent exhibitor that competes for the same blockbusters and audience attention as small independent cinemas.
• Pathé: European cinema chain with multiplex and premium-format venues in Belgium, France and the Netherlands. Comparable to Cinema Albert as a theatrical exhibitor, but operating at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Cineworld: International cinema chain operating large multiplexes. Comparable as a theatrical exhibitor competing for mainstream film audiences, though at vastly greater scale than Cinema Albert's two-screen operation.

Emerging players

• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Cinema operator known for combining mainstream programming with special events, premieres, and curated content. Comparable to Cinema Albert's event-driven programming strategy, though operating at much larger scale.

Regional players

• The Light Cinema: UK-based independent cinema chain with boutique venues focused on mainstream and event programming. Comparable to Cinema Albert as a small-format independent exhibitor, though serving UK rather than Belgian audiences.
• Picturehouse Cinemas: UK independent cinema operator with curated programming across heritage and modern venues. Comparable to Cinema Albert as a heritage-positioned independent exhibitor blending mainstream releases with special events.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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