Matterden CFC (Cinema For Change) Mumbai
About
Mumbai's only independent cinema dedicated to screening international, indie, and art-house films. A cultural hub for cinephiles who seek cinema beyond mainstream Bollywood.
Basic Information
Timings
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹150-300 per ticket
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Entertainment
How to Reach
Near Girgaon, walk from Grant Road or Charni Road station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (0.7 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Marine Lines (0.9 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Matterden CFC (Cinema For Change)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Matterden CFC (Cinema For Change)
History
Established as India's first cinema dedicated exclusively to independent and alternative films. It provides a platform for films that don't get commercial theatrical releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹150-300 per ticket
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
India's first cinema dedicated to independent films
Screens films in over 30 languages
Has hosted numerous international film festivals
Check the screening schedule online before visiting
Small intimate theatre, book in advance for popular screenings
Great cafe inside for pre-movie snacks
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