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Saga Cinema in Adak

The Saga Cinema in Adak is a unique cultural destination where cinema history and authentic 1940s charm come together. It offers visitors an immersive glimpse into the past and a rare experience of film culture in a preserved historical setting.

Located in the small village of Adak in Malå Municipality, Sagabiografen was built in 1945 by miner Östen Dahlberg and his wife Edit, who ran the cinema during the heyday of local film screenings.

In the 1940s and 1950s, films were shown three evenings a week, and the cinema quickly became a central social hub for the community. The building also hosted dances, masquerades, and other social events.

With the rise of television in Swedish homes during the 1960s, cinema attendance declined, and the Saga Cinema closed in 1965. The building stood untouched for nearly 30 years, preserving original furnishings, posters, and equipment as if frozen in time.

In 1993, a local interest association restored and reopened the cinema, transforming it into a living museum of 1940s film culture. Visitors can enjoy films in a historic auditorium with original seats, vintage film posters decorating the walls, and an atmosphere that evokes the era. A café and a small museum are also part of the experience.

Every summer, Adak Film Festival takes place here, drawing film enthusiasts from near and far to enjoy screenings, events, and the unique cultural setting.