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    4.9 (21 reviews)
    Closed 2:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Coco G.

    Returned again tonight at 7 to watch "it was just an accident" (Jafar Panahi, 2025), super intense, very good international film. Highly recommend.

    Gorgeous old time drapery style curtain
    Dan R.

    A few weeks ago, I began to see web coverage and print media articles about an intriguing movie. The movie was based on the improbable meeting between Elvis Presley and President Nixon on December 21, 1970. We started checking the local movie listings and it was nowhere to be found.....except at Cinestudio. So today we made our way onto the Hartford campus of Trinity College and undertook our first visit ever to Cinestudio. All I can say is WOW, in fact, make that a DOUBLE WOW!! The theater truly is smack in the middle of the Trinity campus, inside the chemistry building. Although it looks like an elegant Depression-era theater, it isn't. In 1970, some Trinity students decided to remodel a big lecture hall into a carbon copy of a Depression-era 1930's movie palace complete with a balcony. The crown jewel of the theater is an elegant curtain that must be 30 feet tall -it rises majestically at the start of the show. Adult admission was $9 or $7 for seniors. The theater is pretty bare bones- with no concessions except a soda vending machine downstairs. The audio and visual quality were excellent, and the volunteers that ran the ticket office were super nice. Cinestudio operates with a volunteer staff of 50 arts-loving folks, and the theater is incorporated as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit arts organization. You have to see it to believe it.

    Lucy W.

    You really can't beat the ambiance here. You won't find anything else like this in Connecticut either. You can see classic movies in a theater that will make you think you've travelled back in time. Whether you choose the balcony seats or to sit down front you won't regret stopping here. Now if people would just stop bringing their dinner with full-on silverware and grocery bags of loud snacks it would the best cinema experience anywhere.

    How to get there.  This is from the stairs side. For another entrance call ahead. This is the way we found it.

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    I went to see It's a Wonderful Life with my brother and this is a nice theater. The movie was great!

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    Gorgeous theater, sumptuous sound, good films. If I lived nearby, I'd be addicted.

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    best place for independent films, and the gay & lesbian film festival this is the BEST of the year. at the end of May...

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    The theater truly is smack in the middle of the Trinity campus, inside the chemistry building.

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    It's a cool experience. Dinner and a movie, all in one! At the push of a button, someone will be…read moreyour side so you can order a number of real food items and a fair selection of drinks. Seats reclined. Theatre was overall clean and spacious, and a huge step up from your typical movie theatre. Cons (which are minor) involve: Some of the seats needed to be re-postered, as the leather was clearly worn, and some of the plastic around the cub holders were significantly peeling away. Normally I wouldn't say anything but for a a theatre with a premium feel I feel like I had to mention. In addition, we went in the winter and theatre was very warm. A coat-check also would have been nice considering the premium vibe of the theatre. Still, I'm nit-picking. It's a fun time for date. Would recommend.

    Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas West Hartford Location: Blue Back…read moreSquare (above Barnes & Noble), West Hartford, CT If you're looking to elevate your "dinner and a movie" routine into a single, seamless experience, Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas in West Hartford is the gold standard in the area. Located in the heart of Blue Back Square, this six-screen boutique theater trades the traditional crowded lobby for a sophisticated, lounge-style atmosphere. The Seating & Atmosphere The highlight of the Cinépolis experience is the fully reclining leather seats. These aren't just standard loungers; they are oversized, plush, and offer plenty of personal space. With only 359 seats across six auditoriums, the environment feels intimate rather than cavernous. Each seat is equipped with a service button, allowing you to summon a "ninja-like" waiter who handles your orders discretely so as not to interrupt the film. The bill is discretely provided at the end of the showing. The chairs have seen better days in some instances with worn leather services, but they are still plush and comfortable just do for an update. Cinépolis moves far beyond just popcorn and soda. Their full-service menu features chef-driven items that you'd expect at a trendy gastropub rather than a cinema: Truffle fries, lobster rolls, artisan pizzas, and "Nacho Supreme." * The Bar: A sophisticated selection of craft beers, a curated wine list, and a specialty cocktail menu featuring hand-crafted drinks like their signature margaritas and seasonal mules. * Weekend Brunch: On Saturdays and Sundays, the theater offers a specific brunch vibe with $6 Bloody Marys and Mimosas available until 3:00 PM--perfect for a late morning matinee. The "waiter service at your seat" is the defining luxury here. You can order everything from your phone via the Cinépolis app before you arrive, or simply press the button at your seat for a refill or a second round of appetizers. They offer .. * Discount Tuesdays: If you want the luxury experience on a budget, tickets are significantly discounted on Tuesdays, and Happy Hour deals often run late. Give yourself time and arrive about 20-30 minutes early. This gives you time to settle into your recliner and look over the menu before the lights go down. Use the municipal garages in Blue Back Square; the theater is a short walk from the Isham or Memorial garages or of your lucky enough find a paid spot on the main road. Directly next to Gabriel's steakhouse you can really have a very nice dinner and show experience .

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    Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas - Wee theater but spacious.  Excuse the broken seat in front of me.  It wasn't me.

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    Wee theater but spacious. Excuse the broken seat in front of me. It wasn't me.

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