Vintage Vibes Meet Modern Magic at Shanghai’s Revived Cinema

Step into Shanghai’s Caoyang Cinema, where nostalgia collides with anime flair! Built in 1959, this iconic venue—once a hub for the Shanghai International Film Festival—is now trending again thanks to retro-chic upgrades. Think 1970s-style ticket stubs, neon-lit anime murals, and larger-than-life movie poster replicas that’ll make your Instagram feed pop.

Film buffs are flocking to snap selfies beside the cinema’s new anime culture wall, while vintage design lovers geek out over limited-edition merch. 'It’s like time travel with a TikTok twist,' said one visitor, capturing the vibe of this six-decade-old gem’s glow-up.

By blending history with meme-worthy art, Caoyang proves old-school cinemas can still steal the spotlight. Perfect for travelers craving culture or film fans chasing that #ThrowbackThursday feeling!

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Film-inspired designs breathe new life into revered Shanghai cinema

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