Very nice atmosphere and very professional and friendly employees! Very clean and convenient area…read more.Would recommend friends and families to visit.

SM North EDSA Cinemas has worked hard over the years to take care of its customers from every…read moredemographic. They've always had at least 8 theaters, and for some years had an extra 4 (4, I think) at the SM Annex, before it renovated and decided to remove them. Today, SM North's 11 cinemas (10 2D cinemas, one IMAX) boast renovated seating, and they aren't too cold, like they used to be, though bringing a sweater or a shawl is always good. I've watched at their IMAX theater, but I've decided I do not like wearing those glasses anymore. What's really good about SM Cinemas is how easy they make it for you to purchase a ticket: (1) Use a pre-loaded ePlus card, and buy on site; if you do, you join the priority queue into the theater, together with senior citizens and PWDs; (2) Go to smcinemas.com, book and pay for your ticket online, and you will be emailed a copy of your receipt and a QR code, that will be scanned at the door; (3) Debit SM Advantage or BDO rewards points (1 pt is to 1 peso) to purchase your tickets at the ticket booth without shelling out any more money. I've tried methods 2 and 3 successfully and very conveniently. While I have an ePlus card, I have to yet to try that - and will let you when I do. As for food - there's the usual popcorn and chips selection next to the theaters, while restaurants inside SM North close at 10pm, which is a bummer for last show viewers. The next best bet is the outdoor balcony trail of restaurants at SM's Sky Garden; most are open till 11, so you have time to tuck in at least a coffee, or from a selection of bar chow places, burgers, and ramen. Parking is best in SM Carpark, the building in the rear; you can get in way past 10, they won't give you a hard time. To shorten your walk and hit the correct bridgeway, drive all the way to the end if your theater of choice is at The Block, the middle, if going to theaters 5-8; and parking close to the ramp gets you nearest to theaters 9-11.

Most of the time, we watch movies at Trinoma not only because their cinemas are the closest to our…read morehome but also because of the quality that they offer. Their cinemas aren't exceptional, but they are adequate enough that our experiences with them have been fully satisfying. They have comfy seats, sufficient leg room, fine temperature, and good sounds and visuals. They also provide online reservations even days before the movie screening which makes it easier for us to get tickets, especially when there are ridiculously long lines for blockbuster movies.

Whenever I want to view the newest films with my friends and family members, I usually prefer…read moreTriNoma cinemas. Such is my top choice in Metro Manila for several reasons. Firstly, I like the environment of the cinemas in TriNoma. Reserved seating assures an orderly arrangement of viewers inside the cinema. The seats themselves are comfortable, with sufficient room for your legs and baggage, and movable cupholders, which can be used depending on the needs of the viewers. The audiovisual set-up provides the viewer with an experience that enhances the impact of the screened movie on him/her. The service of the cinema staff, from the security guards to those who assist moviegoers to their seats, are generally polite, disciplined, and organized. For instance, they are strict with the exit of moviegoers and the entry of those watching for the next screening time. Although I have yet to see how they respond in terms of emergencies, ample reminders inside and outside the cinemas convince me of the training the staff underwent to ensure quality service to moviegoers. A variety of stalls selling foods and beverages are conveniently available just outside the cinemas, catering to different tastes and preferences of the patrons, although in general, any consumable can be brought inside the cinema. Snack trays and cupholders further add to the organized movie-viewing environment. Despite all these characteristics, TriNoma cinemas have its downsides, too. Buying movie tickets can be a double-edged sword for these cinemas. While there are multiple counters for buying tickets, lines usually pile on, especially during weekend nights. Online purchasing can save up time and provides the choice of reserved seats, although an additional fee for reservations is required and patrons still have to line up anyway. To sum up, TriNoma houses one of the best cinemas in the metropolis due to its organized, efficient system for the intangibles which, combined with a comfortable seating and good audiovisual environment, provides a great movie-viewing experience suitable for people of all ages.

Overhyped place. Would rather watch movies at Mall of Asia. People just go to BGC for clout, too…read moremany obnoxious crowds here. There's better alternatives around Manila for family outings.

It's all about the panache.... Awesome spot to go to and visit and just chill and hang out. Shop…read morewith family and watch a movie.

While I love watching movies, finding a good movie theatre can be difficult. There are some good…read moreones in Podium, in Greenhills and in Greenbelt but if you're in an SM Mall, you can expect crowds and older seats. That is until you discover Director's Club Cinema. This is more my style than the big cinemas. It feels like you're watching in a private theater with an audience limited to 25 or so people. I love that they use real La-Z Boy seats and not the fake recliners that are not at par with the real thing. The hefty price comes with unlimited popcorn and drinks. Although it's not as romantic as watching in a regular cinema with your loved one where you could be hip to hip (literally), I do love the space. The legroom is awesome - you could fit an entire row in front. I love that I could quietly watch my movie and feel like I'm just at home in a very expensive seat, getting popcorn served without having to get it myself. It really is a movie watching experience fit for a diva.

The past 3 movies I've seen, I've been watching in this particular cinema. It's become the date…read moreplace for my mom and I when there's a new movie we want to go see. I haven't encountered a La-Z boy chair that I wasn't comfortable in. The idea of watching a movie while seated in one sounds very appealing, doesn't it? Well, try adding a butler service with unlimited popcorn and drinks at your disposal while you are it. The set up of these chairs are at good levels that the ones in front of you do not block your view of the screen regardless of how reclined you are. The only downfall perhaps would be how far apart you are from your seat mate because of a table placed in between seats; but then again, that could also be a huge perk to avoid talking to each other. The cinema's sound system is similar to that of IMAX so it's really good. I've been very happy with my movie experience in this cinema. The 450 pesos I pay is totally worth the movie with all of these freebies.

I finally got to try out the "Ultra Cinema" here for the very first time! It was an "OK"…read moreexperience--think comfy reclining seats that practically invite you to nap, ticket comes with a popcorn (you can choose between cheese and BBQ) a regular Coke and a small bottled water. The ticket was about 100 pesos more than what I usually pay at our go-to spots (like Aura, Venice, and S-Maison). That extra hundred did make me raise an eyebrow and wonder, "Is that second drink really worth 100 pesos? " A couple of things to note: you need to grab your snacks before heading to your seats. It's not quite the VIP treatment you get at Venice, where your food are already waiting! The seating arrangement is definitely designed for couples, which is sweet! But if you're a group of three like we were, you might find one person playing an impromptu game of "sit-with-a-stranger" with the person next door. They do have little dividers, but they're shy and don't quite block out your neighbor completely. The screen felt a tiny bit smaller than what I'm used to, and I found the audio just a touch lackluster. Maybe I can watch a movie again here if I'm already in the area. But if I'm travelling from home (or from the office), I can't justify swapping out my usual cinema spot for this one just yet.

UPTOWN TEMPUR CINEMA= AN EXPERIENCE!…read more It costs more but it's well worth it! *Especially, for a date hahaha Each movie ticket includes a soda, water, macaroons, and a panini which was super good! If you want to order more snacks, a person will take your order and bring it to you! The bed is very comfy and for each side of the bed, the area for your legs and head can be adjusted for your comfort while you eat and/ or watch the movie. A blanket is provided to ensure you don't get chilly in the theatre. Arrive there when the movie is scheduled to start because the doors do not open earlier! *I went to see "Hello, Love, Again" during its opening week and I was disappointed to find out that the souvenir cup that is free for people who hold non tempur cinema tickets are not given to people with tempur cinema tickets. Given that these tickets are more expensive, we should've received them too!

The Ultra 7 Cinema in Eastwood Mall is the only movie theater I know where it's perfectly…read moreacceptable to lay back and fall asleep because the conditions of the cinema make it conducive to do so. I often lose myself in dreamland here while explosive special effects and dialogue flicker in my subconscious mind. As in, the person behind me could fall asleep and snore really loudly and I wouldn't even blame them. Because I'd fall asleep here too. I've seen two movies at this theatre, Percy Jackson and Sherlock Holmes. In both of these movies, my companions were fast asleep, torn between following the events of the plot and wanting to find out how far the reclining seats could tilt back. We have nothing against Sherlock Holmes or Percy Jackson. (Okay, maybe Percy Jackson.) Ultra 7 Cinema is just too comfy to resist. A year ago, I used to complain that our cinemas were becoming too expensive. Then I tried to watch a movie in the U.S. where tickets cost $12 for general admission--and torrenting is illegal--and it came with hard upright seats and no popcorn or drinks. Ain't nobody got time for that! At Ultra 7 Cinema, I can enjoy seats that lean all the way back until I'm completely horizontal, Dolby Digital Surround-EX, and refillable drinks and popcorn. All for around P400. Not bad. Leaves me feeling more pampered than a kitten.

Pretty nice theater. I guess this is a higher class theater than SM malls. The theaters are not as…read morebig as I thought. When paying for your tickets you have to choose your seats as they are numbered. Also, prices differ of how long the movie has played in the theater. We were told to pick from a bowl for a prize. We received a free small popcorn. They have a snack bar with some choices. The free popcorn we received was wrapped in saran wrap but it was stale and no butter taste at all. Blah. Going into the theater, it was more like an orchestra set up, eye level and seat sections in three sections. The seats were pretty comfy but ok quality. We sat in the far right upper side and it was still not bad. Good thing the people here are shorter than in the US!! Haha No one seemed to really laugh out loud like us Americans when there were jokes or something funny said or done (watched Spider-Man: Homecoming!)! Hahaha...so embarrassing! Prices are decent and I would watch here again. [71/100]

As a moviegoer, where I watch the movies I waited so long for is a big deal. The cinema has to have…read moreextensive snack options, crisp picture and sound, comfortable seating, good AC and above all, a sophisticated crowd. Shang Cineplex has all the mentioned factors which makes it my favorite place for a movie date (with myself or my friends). Their snack bar does not just involve popcorn and hotdogs but you can also grab a bite from the concessionaires. You can't bring in food from elsewhere though. You don't have to be in the special cinemas just to experience comfortable seating with ample leg room that you don't have to raise your legs each time someone passes by. AC can be quite chilly so I never go here without proper outerwear. But what makes my movie experience even more enjoyable is that I can just bask in its goodness (or lack thereof) without the crowd spoiling or giving annoying remarks and reactions. So if you're in the mood for a peaceful and satisfying place to enjoy a movie, this is definitely it.

This cinema has the features typical of an Ayala Mall, from the theme and design of the viewing…read morerooms and the comfortable chairs to the snack bars. You can also bring in foods from outside stores, while the snack bar items are reasonably priced. It was the first time I had a cheesy barbecue-flavored popcorn and it was pretty good. The cinema seems too small though, only having four theaters. I expect the cinema to be expanded in the future, given its strategic location in an area heavily frequented by students from three universities. For students of UP, Ateneo, and Miriam, it is a good place to watch movies, but not blockbusters, given how small the area is.

I really just go to this cinema for the free popcorn that is included with ticket purchaseread more

You know what I love about Greenbelt 3 Cinemas? They always have film festivals…read more In fact, I just came home from the French Film Festival that is ongoing until tomorrow. It is really great that this cinema screens films from different countries and even hold film festivals here. Usually, the tickets to each film in the festival go for Php100. Pretty cheap actually. Another thing I appreciate about this cinema is that they're really accommodating to kids. They always have a booster seat for my nephew who is still too small to see the screen. And, they have food trays which makes it really convenient to stuff yourself with food during a movie.