A 1957 postcard from Zaporizhzhia, featuring the facade of the “Komsomolets” cinema – one of the city’s key cultural landmarks of that era.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard displays the main facade of the “Komsomolets” cinema in Zaporizhzhia. The building is designed in the Stalinist Neoclassical style, featuring a prominent portico supported by columns and a triangular pediment. Above the entrance, a sign reads “KINO KOMSOMOLETS TEATR”. In the foreground, pedestrians are visible, including three schoolgirls in uniform, and a street lamp.
Historical note
The cinema, originally named “Peremoha” (Victory), opened in 1935. After suffering damage during World War II, the building was restored and reopened in 1948 under its new name, “Komsomolets”. It served as a significant cultural hub in Zaporizhzhia, screening films and hosting events for the city’s residents.
Present day
The historic building of the “Komsomolets” cinema, located at Sobornyi Avenue, 183, was demolished in 2005. A modern commercial building was constructed in its place, altering the architectural appearance of this part of the avenue.
Location (map)
Address: Sobornyi Avenue, 183, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
Coordinates: 47.839846, 35.158564
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Google Maps.
Questions and answers
- When was the “Komsomolets” cinema opened? The “Komsomolets” cinema was opened in 1948 after the building, damaged during World War II, was restored.
- What was the cinema’s original name? The cinema’s original name was “Peremoha” (Victory), and it opened in 1935.
- What stands at the “Komsomolets” cinema’s former location today? A modern commercial building now stands at the site of the historic “Komsomolets” cinema.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Zaporizhzhia from 1957.
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