Bay Area Film Lovers

Created on 6/24/2007, last active awhile ago.

"Movie Lovers in the San Francisco Bay Area!"

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Okay, I am pretty amazed that there isn't already a group for Bay Area film people on Spout. So I guess I'll create one!

I've just moved back here after 11 years making films in Seattle, and keeping my eyes peeled for cool people who love film here in the East Bay and greater San Francisco area!

Let's hear what you're interested in, and maybe you can fill me in on your favorite theater, cool film organizations, festivals, and goings on that every local film lover should know about? Speak up! ;)

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Best Bay Area Theaters?

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kram Posts 3	6/24/2007 4:16 PM posted awhile ago Best Bay Area Theaters? Okay, what I've seen so far has been limited to the East Bay. I like the Shattuck (Berkeley) for the decor of each of the different Auditoriums - Egyptian, etc. The California (Berkeley) is awesome for its marquee, and of course the Emeryville megaplexes are nice for a summer blockbuster. I'm looking forward to visiting the Speakeasy theaters (Oakland and El Cerrito) and am glad to have their programming - but do we have any genuine art/revival houses? What are the best theaters around here? For programming, atmosphere, unusual concessions goodies, etc. - help a guy out who's new back in town!

joem18b Posts 689	6/25/2007 2:25 AM posted awhile ago Re: Best Bay Area Theaters? The Stanford in Palo Alto is beutifully restored and plays movies from the 30s - 50s. The Castro is probably the most famous theater in the Bay Area, frequented by the most knowledgable moviegoers. The Landmark theaters are the best we can do for foreign and art. It's hard times for revival cinema. So many theaters closed...

marincat Posts 38	6/25/2007 7:16 PM posted awhile ago Re: Best Bay Area Theaters? Come on over to San Rafael and check out the Rafael Theater. It was redesigned to show a number of movies, all of which are NOT mainstream. It's a great place to see a movie and then grab a bite to eat in San Rafael. I think there are at least 3 restaurants on each block and you can have your choice of any type of food imaginable. Also, if you like the film festivals, the Mill Valley Film Festival is fantastic. The films are shown both in Mill Valley and also at the Rafael. If you want more information on any of this, just let me know.