Thank God we still have a movie theater in SF that shows something other than Hollywood garbage. I…read morelove the foreign and indie films. Opera Plaza had a renovation a while back and it's all fixed up and very nice. Seats are comfy. You can haves glass of wine with your popcorn! On public transit too. I can usually park nearby and the meters give you four hours. There is also an underground garage.

4 screens of film lovers' films with old comfy recliners in small screening rooms…read more I saw Hamnet, dozed off in act one and cried through act three.

Discovered this place this year and so glad I did! Well maintained, clean, comfy seating, large…read morescreens and majorly discounted tickets on Tuesdays. Every time I've gone (usually Tuesdays after work), it's not super crowded but not empty either. This is a large multi-story building with concessions on the 2nd floor, just something to keep in mind in case you decide to grab snacks right before a movie starts. Highly recommend checking it out.

I am glad this space is occupied again... tuesdays they have…read morea $5 movie ticket..nice! the seats are a little dirty...other than that the customer service is good.

I thought they improved a lot since I was a kid…read more This place was definitely cleaner and safer with more cops and security guards all around. We finally got tickets to the famed Odessy filmed specifically for this wide picture theater. Was it worth it? It's was just okay. Took months of getting shut down and sold out. The movie itself was 6 out of 10 stars for me. Way too long, I felt that it could have used some major editing. Nice to see this theater is still thriving. The snacks and drink bar weee super clean amd so were the restrooms!

Amazing theater and experience, we're lucky to have one of the few true IMAX 70mm screens in the…read morecountry and world here in the Bay Area. The theater is huge and has a lot of historic details and charm. The snack bar area is particularly beautiful with large windows overlooking the area. Their IMAX theater is massive and not like usual theaters. Be careful if going inside after a movie has started as it's extra dark and there's a lot of steps and railings. It can be confusing coming here for the first time. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor of the Metreon building. Unfortunately they do not have their own parking so you should park at the Fifth and Mission / Yerba Buena garage across the street. Mobile order for food pickup was quick and easy, always love their generous chicken tenders.

I came here for a free screening with Letterboxd. I go to Japantown often but I hadn't visited this…read moreAMC location before. There was a supposed fire about 20mins before our screening started, they had us evacuate, and the firefighters came, but it went by quickly and the employees gave us each a free movie voucher. I had a couple drinks at the bar, which were great and the bartender was nice. The only issue I have is that the screen was a bit smaller than usual, but nothing else hindered the experience.

The theater #1 is so big. There's a balcony section. I've never been up there. This is big-Toy…read moreStory 5! Conan's voice is the poop machine. I didnt know till the credits. Everyone becomes a kid again. Ok, only those before Gen Z. I recognize all the familiar toys because in the olden days, there was Toys R US and you just go through the store, like a museum, admiring things you can't buy but want to buy. There's a fabulous collection of horses. Divert, the theater has slighted seats. Love sitting on the side with nobody in front blocking. Chairs are still comfortable. Cup holder. The sound system is not deafening. The newer theaters blast you with sound. You go away deaf. Wine and beer sold. Drinks galore. Women's restroom -There's always a line but kept clean. Close to japantown so when you finish there's so many places to eat.

I love Roxie theater! I watched "The Blue Trail" ( Brazilian) today, "Exit 8" ( Japanese) last…read moreweek, "The Poet" (Colombian ), and so many interesting foreign films there! A lot of restaurants around the theater, too:) Highly recommend Roxie!!

The main theater is okay. However, the Little Roxie is uncomfortable with a small, too high screen,…read morepoor sight lines and a high probability of having someone directly blocking your view. The staff are friendly and they do show some cool Art House films. But the Pacific Film Archive in Berkeley provides a more comfortable experience for seeing this type of repertoire. Just without the popcorn.

Had the good fortune to discover SF Film Society Cinema while volunteering for the SF International…read moreFilm Festival & then again while being a true customer at 1 of their "normal" movie screenings Building is nice & bright w/ whites & oranges - tables & a nice coffee bar await you upon entry & you can enjoy some drinks & treats before the show Walk downstairs to find inside the theater is surprisingly bigger than I thought it would be but it's still nice & intimate. Orange cushy stadium seats that provide extremely minimal head-blockage Best part about this cinema has got to be their restrooms - no lie! Never in my life did I think I'd be all goo-goo-eyed over a bathroom but this 1 is the bees knees! They have the most luxurious toilet seats - they're *heated* ( ! ) and offer bidet functions for those who prefer that kind of action....there were so many buttons on this thing that I was scared to push anything for fear of setting off the disco lights.....and coming in from a frigid cold, blustry evening, I didn't want to leave that heated seat! :-) I'd totally come back here to see fantastic indie picks & can't wait to see what's playing next!

How can I be the first one to review this fabulous place? SF Film society holds their shows here…read more They're obviously people of taste, because they invited me to come show my cartoon about filthy disgusting pirates. I found the facilities to be quite inviting. It's basement level and feels sequestered from the outside world (as it should), like a hi-tech vault to showcase and preserve humanity's best culture for the post-apocalypse future. I mean, it looks like a spaceship inside. It's swank and modern. It's comfortable and well-equipped. I did hear a few complaints about the seats being too lean-y and lacking arm rests, but I found them soft and well-spaced, and the sound and projection were great. My stuff looked great on screen. It was the perfect size for a post-show Q&A- 143 seats holds a crowd but not an impersonal one. The hosts were incredibly gracious and caring about the show they were putting on. This place doesn't organize shows like amateurs (trust me, I've done those.) If you're thinking of seeing a show here, it's probably something you wouldn't see anywhere else, so you might not know how to judge it. Consider yourself in good hands. It will be curated with taste. There's tons of great options for eating and shmoozing afterward right across the street, in Japantown's mall full of sushi places. One of my co-attendees is well versed in quality sushi, and called the place we went to one of the best she had found in the city. Pick this theater and neighborhood for a great night out.

I love this little theater! It's family owned and operated, and they are keeping a classic location…read moreopen. I came to watch a 49er playoff game which was so much fun. My friend also rented a theater for a private screening to propose to his girlfriend. It's those kinds of things that make you want to keep supporting a local gem!

This is not an upscale, renovated theater but it has a charm to it that I enjoyed. Movie tickets…read moreare $18 flat at the window (no fees if you go in person) and you do not pick your seat. It is first come, first served. The staff were nice and the concession prices were reasonable. I think there were 3 rooms screening movies total in the building, but two movies playing at the time we went.

Going to the cinema is a treat! To see films on a large screen with surround sound really makes the…read moreviewing experience immersive. The Marina Theatre is a family-owned small neighborhood theater that we can bring our kids, friends and family to to see a film together. Hot popcorn smell! Well tiered rows so I'm not craning my neck around someone's head to see the picture. Watching the San Francisco International Film Festival films in Theater 1 was fun. The smaller theater (#2) is more intimate but no less enjoyable. When was the last time you went to see a film and (maybe) eat out at the great restaurants on Chestnut and neighboring streets before or after a screening? Do it!

Visited this theatre on a Saturday evening. Ran into a couple setbacks and inconveniences while…read morethere. Note, there is no wifi available and very weak cell phone service at the venue. At entry, a problematic guest in front of me apparently purchased the wrong tickets online. The worker/owner seemed to have no clue how to resolve the issue, and instead of letting the competent people inside, they decided to clog the line, arguing back and forth with the guest. The place is small, so once they scanned tickets, visitors were piled into the cozy sized lobby waiting till they opened the auditorum 15 minutes before the listed showtime. The classic concessions stand offered a fairly standard variety of menu items including hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, candy, ice cream bars, soda, as well as a range of hot tea options. There are two auditoriums, both located upstairs. The curved backs of the folding seats made them comfortable enough for a (less than) 2-hour event, with cupholders on the arm rests. "Right in the Eye" was such an incredible production, unique and entertaining. The delightful works of french filmmaker and magician, George Méliès, shown on the screen alongside an amazing live musical performance, made for a truly enjoyable experience. An awesome collection of quirky silent films and clips from more than a century ago, scenes filled with amusing special effects and a touch of humor. The lighting, sound, and diversity of instruments used (including the theremin, triangle, music box, and waterphone) were mesmerizing and executed beautifully. The setting at the Marina Theatre was just right for a lighthearted feel-good time.

Such a lovely experience. I came here with my friend for the showing of Arco and it was amazing…read more The movie started at 8:30PM, right after the sun set, but the plaza was already pretty full by 7:30PM. The crowd was so silly and friendly, with everyone laughing along to the movie. It does get pretty cold after the sun sets; the veterans were very prepared with an assortment of puffer jackets, thick blankets, and their own lawn chairs. We brought our own snacks and drinks but there is also a ton of restaurants nearby as well as PROXY's own concession stand (I think they sold a bunch of drinks). Even more impressive, the staff behind PROXY were so kind and sweet, going above and beyond to introduce the movie and make everyone feel welcome. I'll definitely be back! Thank you PROXY!

Came for the spring series of free movies and saw Marty Supreme on a Friday night. It's a fun space…read morefor movie screenings and while it does get packed quite quickly (come early to snag a spot and bring chairs or blankets to sit on), it's a great easy activity to do on a nice day and they often screen movies that are not out yet on streaming! Location is great right in the center of Hayes so it's super easy to grab food from nearby. They also do have a simple bar selling canned beverages for a reasonable price which is a nice plus.

I am biased as I curate for the SF Cinematheque, but it is one of the most wonderful places to see…read moreinnovative and experimental films in the city. The screenings happen at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts and the CCA campus off of 16th Street near Potrero Hill. And in response to Xavier G.: Yes, sometimes the work that's shown can be hard to understand, but take it like a good concert. You get into the music and what happens? Your mind drifts around and does some pretty productive and lovely thinking, right? Sitting in the dark, watching non-narrative moving images can yield some beautiful thoughts. Develop your thinking. Challenge yourself. Enjoy. ;-)

A San Francisco gem. If you find your way to the films that they show at SF Cinematheque (in…read moredifferent venues from ATA to Yerba Buena), you will see films that are one-of-a-kind, artist made, often handmade art pieces that you will never see anywhere else. At their yearly Crossroads festival they have filmmakers in person and premier screenings of works from around the world. I love going to their screenings and seeing the original work of artists. There is nothing commercial or Hollywood here. All of the films are original statements of the artists visions and intriguing trips into their minds and obsessions-- spooky, dreamy, hypnotic and seductive--these films create emotional nuance and connection, and since the filmmakers are often there in person, you can connect with the artists and ask them questions about their films and creative process. So glad this type organization still exists in San Francisco.