EYE

This national museum for film, located on Amsterdam’s IJ harbour, manages more than 54.000 films from all genres. 

The collection represents a sample of film history, from classics and blockbusters to cult films. But Eye does not only focus on the past: it also closely follows the latest developments in film by organising new acquisitions, programmes, and debates. The building is open every day for anyone who is interested in film and film culture. Visitors are welcome in 4 cinemas, an exhibition space, a floor dedicated to educational activities, a shop, and a bar-restaurant.

Eye is internationally acclaimed for its knowledge of and expertise in the field of film restoration, research, and education. For young and old, for film enthusiasts and professionals, and from constantly changing perspectives, Eye focuses on film as an art form, as entertainment, and as part of digital visual culture.

EYE was founded in 2010 as a result of the merger between 4 organisations: the Filmmuseum, Holland Film, the Filmbank, and the Netherlands Institute for Film Education.