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    Cinema 21

    4.4 (167 reviews)

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    2/4/2024 - Dropping in to see 'Dreamworlds' which is the concert footage from Pet Shop Boys in Copenhagen.
    Mikhail H.

    I do not make it over here as often as I would like but this is such a great spot and they tend to get a few films which I genuinely would not have been able to see anywhere else. Most recently I found that they were playing Dreamworlds which was the Pet Shop Boys concert in Copenhagen last year. My friends and I got perfect seats and the other members of the audience were also completely in the zone with us. The sound was so great! I remember coming here for the Grace Jones documentary - no one else was playing it either! Sometimes this area of NW gets a lot more busy but I have always scored a pretty nearby parking space thankfully down a side street with minimal circling around first. Going to 7 or 730 showings does help. As an ADA person though it is a bit of a challenge for your snacks. There is a stairway down to concessions and they do seem to have a lift to ride but it appears in non working order. My friend and I both struggle pretty hard and painfully with stairs so it was A LOT. I was so happy that they had regular Coca-Cola and ice...I love you Portland but the barely carbonated garbage artsy soda is gross, no matter what tragic brand you have and I can't even water down the noxious taste with ice since next to no theater has ice as most people just want beer which I am allergic to. I just want a soda WITH ICE... Thank you Cinema 21 for having that and some good candy options. Last visit the popcorn was a bit on the stale side which was weird since the time before I remember it being great.

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    Barbara Z.

    - My neighborhood movie theater (and goddamn am I lucky to have this right down the street) - Shows cool film festival films that are definitely hit or miss, but dang when they hit, they hit - Always very nice and helpful employees

    Cam T.

    Nestled in the heart of quaint, yet bustling Nob Hill, Cinema 21 is one of the few indie theaters that actually allow minors in at all times. I spoke on the phone with who I think is the owner, and when I showed up he was also working the ticket booth. Super friendly. Because I came a little early, they needed some time to get the theater cleaned up, so I'm glad there was an area for me to sit. An added bonus -and don't quote me on this- but I think I remember seeing a gender-neutral restroom sign. While the building itself isn't very big, the main theater is sizable, which makes for a great viewing experience. I'm honored to be able to support local businesses like this one.

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    Jina H.

    Great prices, very clean, and love that movie posters are displayed all around. The sound quality was fine and it was nice to have some leg room for the older chairs that don't recline back, but it wasn't an issue at all as the seats were comfortable. Clean restrooms too with all gender or men/women restrooms too. It was cool to see balcony seating too, though it wasn't open for "Parasite". Cinema 21 just gives me a feel of a theater that keeps it simple for like a small town, which is a nice touch with a bustling city like Portland- giving you a chance to escape a couple hours.

    Hannah F.

    This is my favorite theater. The staff is so nice and they play special independent films that you can't see other places. Great food, too!

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    Yolanda R.

    So grateful this place exist. It really fills my need for foreign language films. They also feature American independent, documentaries and classic films. The theater still has some of its old charm with some updated features. Ticket prices and concessions are a great deal. Everyone that works here, that I've encountered, is so pleasant and always smiling and creating a warm and friendly experience. They have 3 theatre rooms and each are a different size. Street parking can be tricky, but their website offers some great parking tips. Here's the link: https://www.cinema21.com/parking.

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    Phenomenon local theater. They have great service, serve local eats and feature movie artists often with the showings

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    Amazing Staff, location a hundrex years old.Very hip.Coolest of Cool locations.ADA accessible.Highly reccomend! Bonus, great films!

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    Cinema 21 has all the films a cinephile could want to watch. Fantastic people, good concessions, just a wonderful old school vibe.

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    Love my neighborhood theatre! They show great old flicks and lots of things from VHS. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.

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    Saw "Sam Now". Great show. Comfortable seating. Friendly employees. Good cookies that seemed homemade.

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    2.7(74 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown, Southwest Portland

    Small screen and they wouldn't validate parking. They have beer, the theater was empty, and the…read moreemployees were nice. Oh and Tuesday are only $7 with a regal membership. Pros and cons. Parking really sucks though. Take a Lyft or bus.

    I recently attended the premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2 with my partner, and unfortunately, our…read moreexperience fell well below expectations. From the start, the theater's air conditioning was not working, making the environment uncomfortably hot and leading to multiple moments of physical discomfort. We were later informed by an employee that the HVAC system has been down and there is no clear timeline for repair, which was disappointing to hear...especially since this was not communicated to guests ahead of time. In addition, the audio had major issues during the first half of the film, and the movie had to be paused midway to address the problem. While we understand that technical difficulties can happen, the way the situation was handled added to our frustration. When we spoke with the manager, Danielle, her response came across as defensive and dismissive of our experience. This was particularly frustrating given that she had a box fan positioned on the counter directly facing her, while guests in the theater were left dealing with the heat. It made the situation feel minimized rather than acknowledged. We do appreciate that refunds were provided, but customer service is just as important as compensation. A more empathetic and proactive approach would have made a significant difference in how this situation was received. We hope this feedback is taken seriously and used to improve both facility conditions and customer service moving forward

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    McMenamins Mission Theater

    McMenamins Mission Theater

    4.0(178 reviews)
    0.3 miAlphabet District, Northwest
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    Fantastic experience! Was here 20 years ago when it was still a movie theater. Now it's a concert…read morevenue and so much fun. Lined up outside about 1.25 hours before the concert. The doors opened up and hour before and we were able to get a seat in the balcony on the first row. The venue was small so every seat was great. The later people came had to stand up on the floor but they came to dance. Listened to Petty Theif...a Tom Petty cover band and had a lot of fun. Pizza, hotdogs, popcorn was the food offering and beer, cider and wine you can eat in your seats with the tables. Got the Mission Theatre stamp for our passport.

    I was recently invited to attend a live music performance at the Mission Theater…read more McMenamins is of course known for converting historic buildings into venues and restaurants, and this location is no different. It used to be the Swedish Evangelical Mission Covenant Church. There's some cool millwork, antique light fixtures, and large curved staircases, but overall this is on the tamer side for McMenamins properties. The venue had standing room and high-tops on the same level as the stage. Upstairs is theater style seating that was decently comfortable and had a counter spot to put your drink. There weren't any bad views, and the sound system was better than I expected. I think there are two bars, one on each floor, but the upstairs one was closed for the small event I attended. They serve drinks and small bites, not full meals. Parking is challenging nearby.

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