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On the roof of NEMO, the audience watches a large cinema screen.

Koyaanisqatsi

On Saturday 29 August, NEMO's rooftop transforms into an open-air cinema. Koyaanisqatsi is a film without actors or dialogue, relying instead on breathtaking imagery and an iconic musical score. Journey through vast landscapes, bustling cities and a world shaped by technology in a cinematic experience that offers a different perspective on our urbanised world.

  • 29 August
  • 21:00
  • € 15.00
  • Adults

Practical information

Film: Koyaanisqatsi (1982)
Rooftop opens: 7.30 pm
Film starts: 9.00 pm
Running time: 86 minutes
Language: No dialogue
Age rating: 12+

During the screening you'll be seated on the rooftop steps, so feel free to bring a cushion for extra comfort. Drinks and snacks are available from the restaurant and bar. Popcorn is included with your ticket.

Bad weather
The screening will go ahead in most weather conditions. If rain is forecast, please bring a poncho or raincoat. Only in the event of extreme weather the screening may be cancelled.

About the film

  • Six women are posing in orange dresses in the casino in the 1980s.

    Watch the trailer

    From vast natural landscapes to the rush of modern cities, Koyaanisqatsi tells its story entirely through images and music. Philip Glass's hypnotic score perfectly complements Godfrey Reggio's stunning cinematography, exploring the relationship between humanity, nature and technology.

  • A city lit up at night, with its roads and blocks of flats photographed from above.

    Koyaanisqatsi

    The title comes from the Hopi language and roughly translates as "life out of balance". Since its release, Koyaanisqatsi has become an influential film classic and a visual masterpiece that continues to inspire audiences around the world. A unique film experience with Amsterdam's skyline as your backdrop.

Rooftop Film Nights

This summer, NEMO's rooftop once again becomes an open-air cinema. Watch inspiring films beneath the stars while enjoying spectacular views across Amsterdam. Take a seat on the rooftop steps and experience an unforgettable evening of cinema on 27, 28 and 29 August.

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