STANLEY KUBRICK RETROSPECTIVE
This summer 24 June – 15 Sep, Cinema Akil sharpens the focus on much lauded and critiqued genre-defining filmmaker Stanley Kubrick (1928-1999) with 9 of his iconic masterpieces. Kubrick’s combination of artistry and technological innovation is a blueprint for modern filmmaking, and his influence can be found everywhere in contemporary cinema and pop culture, from the work of Steven Spielberg to David Bowie to Martin Scorsese.
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SUMMER OF CLASSICS
Kicking off this cult classics program with a special Stanley Kubrick Retrospective, Cinema Akil will also be celebrating anniversaries, music and freedom with the wackiest characters from THE GODFATHER, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, PULP FICTION, DO THE RIGHT THING and PIERROT LE FOU
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Serving authentic chai and tea experiences in urban spaces. Inspired by tea culture around the world—from karak stops in Bur Dubai to clay kulhar cups in vibrant Delhi markets—Project Chaiwala is here to deliver a unique yet genuine take on chai, tea and street food, while collaborating with our partners to consistently create positive social impact. Our ingredients are real, ethically sourced and fresh. Always. Now brewing in our flagship store at Cinema Akil.
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