Updated review: Still not a fan of the personal bag check, but I'm bumping up my rating thanks to…read moresome clear upgrades since my last review. The electric recliners with built-in trays are seriously comfortable, and the theater is consistently clean and far less chaotic than most Manhattan spots. The screen and sound pack a punch, and the location--tucked into a newly energized corner of Battery Park City--makes it easy to pair your movie with a great meal or drink nearby. That said, finding the place is its own mini-quest. You have to weave through the Conrad Hotel and ride what feels like a pilgrimage of escalators (especially when the elevators are down... which is often). Overall, a solid movie night once you actually get there.

I kind of do miss being a regular in this area and also a sometime regular to this theater. The…read moreBattery Park area was not as accessible right after 9/11 but I am not sure if the average customer does come from very far distances to come here. The seating has always been pretty nice , to me much nicer than most AMC theaters except maybe Dolby. This does seem like a premier seating experience at least sometimes, it does. The theater has always been a good time with friendly staff and nice looking theaters but union square and Times Square regular are closer and more regular options for me. I look forward to actually coming back here soon though, hopefully an early 2026 visit once the calendar does change this time.

I am writing to share the wonderful experience I had during a recent visit to see "The Devil Wears…read morePrada." The service was impeccable, particularly thanks to Travis. When he checked our tickets, he surprised us with an upgrade that truly enhanced our evening. After the movie, we expressed our gratitude and were deeply impressed by his professional and humble demeanor. Travis also took the time to tell us about special events at the Speakeasy and even allowed us to take some photos. His exceptional service made our visit memorable, and we will certainly make IPIC our primary theater moving forward.

I went to iPic with my cousin to see The Devil Wears Prada 2. I usually go to Alamo Drafthouse, but…read morewe decided to try something new--and unfortunately, it was a pretty disappointing experience. The staff came across as nonchalant and not very engaged, which set the tone right away. The food didn't help either--the spicy tuna was completely flavorless, not crispy and the drinks were underwhelming. We also weren't told ahead of time that you have to pick up your food and drinks yourself, which was surprising since we're used to full service at your seat. On the positive side, the popcorn and truffle fries were decent, but everything else fell short. The seats were just okay--not particularly comfortable. The bathroom situation was also frustrating--it's located upstairs near the restaurant and wasn't well maintained. There were no paper towels, and overall cleanliness was lacking. Overall, this felt like a subpar experience, and I won't be returning. My cousin mentioned the New Jersey location is much better, so maybe it's just this one--but based on this visit, I wouldn't recommend it.

The Roxy Theater is one of my favorite screening rooms in the City. A single-screen theater, it is…read morequite a small and intimate space. It's ideal for the type of films shown there, which are usually indies or foreign films (but anything can pop up). I come here now and again and this time around it was to see the Japanese comedy/horror 'Hot Springs Shark Attack', which was a lot of laughs. To get to the theater you need to walk through a portion of the hotel and head downstairs. It's next to the Django Jazz Club, which is also a great venue. It's a very nice environment, I think. Kind of elegant. If you see a film playing here that interests you, I would definitely encourage you to go. You'll like the vibe, I am sure.

It's a great cinema. Shows good movies my girlfriend like it too. It's now our favorite theatre to…read morego to

Watched The Mummy Returns (2001): 25th Anniversary Movie Party at Alamo. Originally booked tickets…read morethinking it was just a regular showing, but it turns out Alamo's "Movie Parties" come with extra perks. Each guest had themed movie props/goodies laid out at their table, which was a nice surprise. The hosts were fully dressed in The Mummy Returns outfits from head to toe. One of the them came in front of the screen before the movie started and introduced the movie with a bunch of fun facts and an entertaining bit. Super glad we went. It was really fun. I didn't order food or drinks this time. However, I've had drinks and the loaded fries at Alamo before, and they were fantastic. The loaded fries are honestly better than a lot of restaurant quality ones.

Don't go here, worst experience ever! Not only will they make you miss your movie chasing down the…read morefood you ordered, the staff will be rude and laugh at you, literally! Went to the back to track the Food I had been waiting for 45 minutes to find staff sitting in front of my food just hanging out. I had the worst experience by far, used to recommend this place, now I would never invite anyone here again! Please don't waste your time! By far the worst experience ! Save your money and time! The woman at the front desk Laughed at me and called the manager "to apologize" because as she stated, she doesn't care. Disgusting! I came here countless times. NEVER AGAIN! Don't waste your time! They're careless, inconsiderate and ghetto!

There were glimpses of a Winter Realm as you arrive through a wooden wardrobe onto the rooftop of…read morethe Embasy Suites. Voila! There are pine cone trees and small fairy dust snowflakes. Approached the Box Office and was handed my Bluetooth headphones. No snacks needed. No candy needed. No beverages needed. As I enter the cinema, an array of beige candles are glowing. The room temperature is comfortable. After a short period, our host introduces the house rules and film of the evening. The lights are lowered and the screening begins.

During the winter months, I stumbled across the rooftop cinema website and was super intrigued at…read morethe concept of movies on a rooftop, enclosed in a giant bubble? and then NYC had what could only be described as 30 or more days of 0° weather and I got stuck on double shifts for all of January February and well into March so I missed out on seeing and experiencing a winter movie. Now that Spring has spring, and we have this up and down weather, I took a chance last minute on Friday night about 3:25 PM. Scored a premium ticket for 5pm movie. The showtimes seem to be more typical of after 7 PM. most of the movies that they're showing are around like 930 and unfortunately that's a timeframe that just doesn't fit for me. but the movies that they're showing are pretty decent I'm probably gonna try to check out again if they have a 7 o'clock show for a really good movie. So for $36 I got the premium chair, small popcorn that it comes with and they give you headphones to listen to the movie on. interestingly enough people sitting to the left of me in a cheaper chair and people sitting behind me somehow were carrying on conversations throughout the movie. I didn't think that was great etiquette but OK. the weather was sunny, but there definitely was a cool breeze that hit every once in a while. I would imagine as the sun went down it gets colder. they do offer blankets for sale and they looked super cozy, but I don't know how much they cost.

First time at Nitehawk…read more It was a decent experience. We had a private theater for an event. The staff were attentive. Their food menu is pretty extensive. I had the cheese plate which was good, but pricey at $26 for a small plate. I also had caramel popcorn as well as a mocktail. The theater seats and tables are not as comfortable as Alamo and I wish they had arm rests. There's minimal bathrooms upstairs so a line builds up quickly when a movie lets out. Sound quality was good. I would come back but it's not my number one choice for a movie theater

I've been here quite a few times but most recently I saw a Q&A for the directorial debut of The…read moreAssessment. The food options are really good here. I usually opt for a beer or wine instead of a cocktail. I've tried a couple cocktails, and they were just okay. The burger and the chicken sandwich are great, I recommend them both. I also love that they have themed menu items for new movies. They don't have reclining chairs and the seats are pretty small and close to each other. Overall, this is an awesome small theater experience.

My favorite of all time cinemas, the Paris, is the longest running Art-House style cinema in New…read moreYork City. It was built by the French distributor Pathé as a showcase for the film industry and opened its doors at 4 West 58th Street on September 13, 1948. Located across the street from the iconic Plaza Hotel, north, and Bergdorf Goodman, south, it is Manhattan's only remaining single-screen cinema, and largest movie theater with 535 seats. The elegant theater, with its distinctive Arte Moderne style became a première cinema venue for the best films from around the world. Over time many hits such as: Zefirelli's 'Romeo and Juliet' 1968 (Italy), 'A Room With a View' 1985 by James Ivory (UK) , et le film 'Belle de Jour' 1967 (France) directed by Luis Buñuel, were introduced to the United States with an introductory theatrical run at our beloved Paris. Currently, the streaming platform, Netflix operates the cinema giving new life to the ultimate landmark of New York's multi-cultural movie theatre attendees. As Netflix's New York flagship theater, the Paris is the home to exclusive theatrical engagements, premières, special events, retrospectives, filmmaker & actors live appearances, while offering a wide range of unique screenings and noteworthy Q&A discussions. The Paris is truly New York's première movie palace for cinema lovers! Merci beaucoup. Enjoy!

Adam Driver whining/bragging in Marriage Story that he was on the cover of Time Out New York is…read morebetter on the big screen. (Click on my Substack for more Baumbach thoughts including my brief interaction with the auteur, as awkward as many of his finest scenes). You may have heard about the successful company that helped destroy movie theaters by pivoting to "content" meant to promote purchases of high-end TVs and nice couches. (Related, I went to Best Buy and didn't recognize anything. Is that a thermostat? A stereo? A smart garden hose?) This company was so successful, that after Knives Out was heralded as single-handedly reviving non-Marvel film, its sequel was withheld from the theaters it allegedly saved. (BTW, if you were planning to tell me to watch the amazing 53-part Quibi streaming series about The Golden Age Of Hollywood, don't bother). But after Netflix helped destroy theaters, it did a nice thing. It's one of those ironic moments like the purse-snatcher scene in Jay Kelly. It signed a lease that helped the Paris avoid the fate of the Ziegfeld and a million others, in a world where the AMC theaters that destroyed all the independents have been suffering themselves. So, while it was vile that Netflix thought Roma should be seen on TVs, it was nice of them to show it at the Paris, especially for the unusually vibrant sound. I saw Train Dreams Saturday. I suppose, like the kid in Squid and The Whale, I am a philistine. I wish I could praise its morose existentialism but I'm not quite on board. However, I did appreciate the majesty of the northwestern fires and falling trees in this venue. There was no assigned seating; not sure if this is just temporary, but if they keep that policy I might be obliged to overlook Netflix's evil and upgrade to 5 stars.

Love this movie theater and I've been a regular here for years because of their 4DX movies. It's a…read morewell put together place, customer service is good and their 4DX movies are really great. If it's your first time watching a 4DX movie, I'd suggest picking an action movie for a more immersive experience where the 4D components are utilized more often. I used to get their mini corn dog nuggets and they are my favorite, but as of late, it looks like they don't have them in stock. The sodas here are usually good and I get them often. They have a free rewards program if you download the app on your phone and sign up. You can get free movies, sodas, popcorn and much more when you acquire enough points.

I have never been to this theater due to its proximity to Times Square. Why go to a movie theater…read morein one of the most crowded places in the city? However, I wanted to see a movie after work and this was the earliest screening time. I got off the one train and made it in time. There is an AMC directly across the street so I don't know how they have profitable business when they are right next to each other. This place was awesome. After going through all the escalators, I reached the top floor. I was surprised at how large this theater was. They have a wide open two floors and dining area. I was able to walk around and see all the attractions nearby. It was crowded but there was space for everyone to maintain distance and not bump into each other. This theater was bigger than other ones I have been to in the city. The highlight was definitely the top floor. They had a whole RPX area with bright lights and large projection screens. This was a cool place to hang out. I ended up seeing a movie in RPX. It is usually close to $40 for a ticket with everything included. Luckily I had a five dollar ticket from TMobile which eased the cost. I don't know if I would spend all that money for a ticket myself. I did have a great time and plan to come back here again soon. This place is underrated if you ask me.

This place is a treasure…read more Tickets are so reasonably priced if you get the membership. Everyone who works here is nice. The popcorn is delicious and the convenience store treats are so fun. Oh! Also! The movies! They have such great selections and series. There are old favorites and fun surprises. I have only seen one pick here where I left wondering why they picked it. Everything else has either been a rare chance to see a classic on screen or a wonderful surprise. There are also great talks and events. I have never done the commissary but one day I will. I bet the food is good. Everything at Metrograph is good. I wish they had more/cooler merch. I would rep Metrograph.

Lovely time. The seats are quite stiff and small, but again it's the cinephile experience for me!…read moreWe tried the commissary, and it's quite okay. But again I love that this place supports film in all counts. A great hangout place for movie lovers, and the crowds are pretty enthusiastic!

This past Sunday, I caught a screening of Kid Koala's Space Cadet at the IFC Center. It was the…read moreEast Coast premiere of the animated film during NYICFF. I always enjoy going to the IFC Center to watch movies, but this was the first time I went there during a film festival. It was a cool experience to watch the movie, and also vote on the feature and short film shown beforehand. IFC consistently has interesting and diverse programming and collaborations for people who love movies and movie-making.

I'm surprised I never updated my review for this theater and since the previous review is one of my…read morebad ones back from 2015, I might as well post this. There's a few issues here and a few fantastic things and I think the easiest way is to list them by category. The Bad: -Like others, I agree that the seats unfortunately are not that comfortable here. This is by far the biggest issue here and it should have been addressed years ago and I doubt it will be soon -They still show the same extremely annoying metal band shirt advertisement with flashing lights that is annoying every single time I go here -The staff here aren't the nicest but it's a movie theater so I can deal with it The Good: -If you're looking for independent films and foreign films, this is one of if not the best theater to go to -The occasional Q&A I'm able to go to such as most recently for Eephus; which was an excellent existential baseball movie; and the Ukrainian documentary Porcelain War last year are always entertaining and interesting and they don't cost more so I would recommend them -If you're looking to see some form films to fill out your Letterboxd Oscar list or perhaps the shorts or something, they show virtually all of them here -They have some fun midnight screenings and other things such as the obligatory The Room and Rocky Horror Picture Show of course There's a few other theaters that I like going to more but there's occasionally films that you really can't find anywhere else. Combine that with the fact that this place is so convenient that I deal with any of the issues here. If they fix the seats, you can preemptively switch this to five stars but for now, it's a four.