Louxor is one of a dwindling number of independent cinemas in Paris. Now about 20. Louxor's program is mostly world cinema. There are special series of classics, openings of new films with the director present, animated films on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Special programs for young people. Even Tango lessons. Louxor was built in the 20s for silent films in the neo-Egyptian style. Some of this flair remains outside and in the large salle even after its relatively recent rebirth and refurbishment by the city of Paris. There is a tiny very cozy café whose balcony looks out on the quite beautiful Barbès elevated metro station with the Tati clothing store looming above it. Buy a pass for just over 50 Euros for 10 entrances. I live just up the street and go often. After the film find a simple Algerian restaurant in the neighborhood. Avoid the Brasserie Barbès. Visit and support all the independents in Paris! read more