Super disappointed Took my kid to the new 3D Minecraft…read moremovie and could barely hear it?! All the trailers and commercials were super loud however! And having to pick your seats beforehand isn't such a great option either.

Amazing, good quality seats, nice stuff, you can refill a bucket of popcorn for free, and the…read moremovies are pretty good. I don't know why the other comments are so hating on this place but it's amazing. I would go try it out for yourself.

What a delightful movie theatre! We caught a screening of Jaws (50th anniversary edition) and it…read morewas a great experience. They even had a Lego version of the shark popping out of the water on the concessions counter! Very charming. The seats were comfortable enough (although perhaps a bit narrow) and there were no bad views. I love that there's a balcony! The staff was super friendly and they had a great selection of concessions. The popcorn was fresh and really reasonably priced. It's a great part of the community: they host live events, screen local films, and offer screenings like Jaws. They have a movie-themed cafe next door to boot. I'd absolutely be a regular if I were local. There's no assigned seating for movie screenings, so you may want to arrive early if it's a popular showing.

You can find the Strand Theatre at 345 Main St, Rockland, ME 04841 pretty much in the heart of…read moredowntown, slightly south of the center of Main. The theater still has the original marquee and is lit up when active so it's easy to spot. There's parking out front and in several lots a block or so away - we didn't have any issues with finding a spot. Also, parking appears to be free after 6:00 PM (otherwise there's a 2 hour limit). We were visiting friends in coastal main and after a full day of hiking, visiting lighthouses and dinner at a local seafood joint, we decided to hit the Barbie movie at the Strand. Adult tickets were $9 which were super reasonable (in Atlanta it would have been $16, to provide a comparison). There's a ticket boot at the front to one side of the entry door and someone to tear and return the stub just inside. This is a surviving classic old theater - something you rarely see these days and from the programming appears to be quite active, both for running movie productions and for local use. It has a wonderful interior with lots of wood and a full balcony (if you haven't experienced balcony seating it's something to try - that's where we sat). Concessions were reasonable and both the theater and perhaps more importantly, the restrooms (in the basement) were very clean and well maintained. We had a great time with Barbie. The concessions were reasonable and the staff excellent - you could tell that they took great pride in the theater.

What a unique and wonderful find!…read more I wanted to see a movie that came out less than two weeks ago, but when I searched showtimes my usual (closer to home) theater had no more showings. But Maine Film Center was listed with showtimes, so I decided to give this new place a try! And I'm so glad I did! The building and amenities are all new and stunning! The theater was small but had very comfortable seats (all with cup holders). The audio and visual quality was excellent too. I bought a small popcorn too and it was the best popcorn I've ever had at a movie theater! The popcorn kernels had great natural flavor and were enhanced only with a sprinkle of salt and the optional butter, which tasted like real melted butter. There was no taste of icky oils and powders like at other movie theaters. However, for those wanting a bolder flavor, there was an array of popcorn seasonings on the counter for customers to add to their popcorn if they so choose. The staff was also pleasant and helpful, helping me with my transactions, pointing me in the direction of restrooms, and answering any of my questions. I highly recommend the Maine Film Center and I look forward to going back!

Everything is fabulous! Sparkling new indie cinema facility. Great film choices. Best popcorn in…read morethe world!!!!!!!!

It was a cute experience. If you're looking for one of those recliner seat places this isn't it…read more It's more old school authentic, a vibe I feel that places are really missing these days. Show your tickets, order your food and take your seats. Straightforward. Theres also a nice area outside for sitting with umbrellas if you want to come early and eat outside, with a view of the park. Our movie was a little lame but hey we picked it, dang. It is a relatively small theater so definitely order your tickets early. We did maybe 3 days beforehand and there were lots of seating options.

In a world of disappearing arts venues, here's another place to support! Excellent independent film…read moreofferings, good pizza, friendly staff... we have an obligation to keep these civic arts venues going! Go see a film!!

My family loves coming to see movies here. The Alamo is a small, intimate movie theatre in…read moreBucksport. They usually play one movie at a time, which definitely helps reduce the overwhelm of trying to choose a movie. There is one register where you pay for everything: movie tickets, popcorn, candy & drinks. Prices are way better than what you pay at large movie theaters. Definitely recommend if you're visiting the area. Also family and disability friendly.

From the owner: We may be in a 1916 theatre building but the auditorium & projection booth are state-of-the-art…read more We offer the best movies, many you won't see anywhere else. Our prices for concessions are the lowest around. We use real butter on the popcorn. Our Dolby 7.1 Digital Sound System is incredible as is our digital picture. We offer beer & wine as well as Moxie & other fabulous soft drinks, coffee & tea. You can rent the space for your own event. Public & private. We have a small-town vibe that the multiplexes lack.

Sometimes described as Portland's "art house theatre", The Nickelodeon is a cozy six screen cinema…read morelocated in the heart of the Old Port. One of Portland's treasures, the Nick has been operating in the Old Port for over 40 years, and screens mainstream indie films as well as current blockbusters. Surrounded by the best restaurants and cafés Portland has to offer, it's super easy to park and combine a dinner and a movie. The garage next door is a sure thing if you're not into street parking, just know it's closed on Sundays. I probably see a dozen or so films a year at The Nick--I like to see all of the Academy Award nominated films, and this is the place to catch all of the best picture nominees. In the past few weeks I've seen I'm Still Here, Nickel Boys, and The Brutalist at the Nick. A great experience every time--I've walked right up to buy tickets with only one party or two parties in line, at most. The selection concessions offered is reasonable, and includes vegan options. Seats are comfortable, however, they aren't the giant recliners offered at the big corporate cineplexes. Also, you can buy tickets in advance, but you are not able to reserve a particular seat. This is a old school sort of cinema, and yes, the bathrooms are upstairs. They are clean, and you can say hello to Audrey Hepburn on the large Breakfast at Tiffany's poster on your way down the stairs. People really seem to enjoy $6 ticket Tuesdays. Otherwise, tickets are $10 for a matinee and $13 for an evening ticket, less for children and seniors. The Nickelodeon is one of my favorite places in Portland, one of the few institutions that's managed to stand the test of time, and I hope it is able to stay around for another 40 plus years.

The building is very beautiful inside and parking is convenient since there's an attached garage…read more The staff is very friendly, too.

This is a great theater. All screens have reclining and heated seats. Prices are fair and…read morescreenings are first-run. No other movie theater like it in the area. Very kid-friendly. And, just off Route 1 across from the inimitable Dorman's Dairy Barn. Take your significant other or your whole family. Popcorn is just okay, not popped fresh.

I love the new chairs they have.Its like been at home very comfortable.The movie theater looks a…read morelot better than before and you can get your own soda when you get a refill

Pay no attention to anything less than five stars... "they don't get it".... You come here to…read moreexperience history. Theaters such as the Criterion are so rare they are like unicorns. Balcony like the early 1900's... interior architecture unlike any theater in New England. This is more about understanding how Bar Harbor can hold on to a little slice of a glorious theatrical past. Go for this reason. Support this place for these reasons. Forget the rest...

Great restored venue, excellent show. Just happened to be walking by, on vacation and saw the…read moremarqui for Bob Marley.

My favorite theatre in Maine! On Wednesdays, which is the best day to go, I'm usually the only one…read morein the theatre for the screening. Previously went to see the Minecraft Movie, and I was the only one there! The staff are all very nice, and the popcorn and candy is great too. Colonial Theatre is the best!