Biffen

Biffen is a cinema located in Odder, a town in East Jutland, Denmark. It traces its origins to 1906, making it one of the older continuously operating cinemas in the region. In 1990, a group of enthusiastic volunteers took over the operation of the cinema then known as Fotorama, which is today better known as Biffen. The cinema is run by approximately 120 volunteers, reflecting a strong community-based model rather than a conventional commercial chain. The venue has a single auditorium with seating for 118 people. In 2003, both the cinema hall and the café underwent a total renovation. In 2006, which marked Biffen's 100th anniversary, the façade was renovated. The cinema's programming includes Danish premieres, special event screenings such as ErindringsBio (reminiscence cinema for older audiences), children's films, and live cultural broadcasts. Its website lists current and upcoming films with online ticket purchasing. Biffen operates as a local cultural institution in Odder, offering a mix of mainstream and arthouse films, thematic series, and community events. Its volunteer-driven structure and historic venue make it a notable example of a Danish local cinema.

Biffen is a cinema in Odder, East Jutland, Denmark. Its history dates back to 1906, when the cinema was established; the year 2006 was celebrated as its 100th anniversary. In 1990, a group of enthusiastic volunteers took over the operation of the cinema, which was then called Fotorama and is today known as Biffen. This marked a shift to a volunteer-driven model that continues to define the cinema. In 2003, the cinema hall and café were completely renovated, modernizing the facilities while retaining the single-screen format. In 2006, the façade was renovated as part of the centenary celebrations. The cinema has one auditorium with 118 seats and is staffed by approximately 120 volunteers. Over the years, Biffen has expanded its programming beyond regular film screenings to include special series such as ErindringsBio, which presents films for older audiences, as well as live broadcasts of opera and concerts, children's films, and community events. The cinema remains an active cultural venue in Odder, with its website serving as the primary platform for schedules and ticket sales.

• 2006

  Biffen celebrates its 100th anniversary; the façade is renovated.

• 2003

  The cinema hall and café are completely renovated.

• 1990

  A group of volunteers takes over operation of the cinema, then called Fotorama, now known as Biffen.

• 1906

  Cinema established in Odder, Denmark.

Community-oriented, volunteer-run local cinema offering a mix of mainstream, arthouse, and special event programming in Odder, Denmark.

• Film screenings

  Regular screenings of current films, including Danish premieres.

• ErindringsBio

  Special film series for older audiences, featuring classic and nostalgic films.

• Children's film programs

  Screenings of children's films such as 'Skolen med magiske dyr – Filmen' and 'Superhunden Charlie'.

• Live cultural broadcasts

  Live broadcasts of opera and concerts, such as 'TOSCA - TEATRO DELL OPERA, ROMA, 2025' and 'DR Symfoniorkestret og Esa-Pekka Salonen'.

1. 1Biffen Odder official websitebiffen-odder.dk
2. 2Biffen (Odder) - Wikipedia (Danish)da.wikipedia.org
3. 3Biffen - Wikidatawikidata.org