By Leigh Chamberlain By Leigh Chamberlain | May 10, 2024 | Lifestyle, Feature, Guide, Movies, Guides,
Craving a movie night? Catch this season’s hottest flicks at these seven luxe theaters around Boston.
Alamo Drafthouse has become a local favorite since opening in Seaport last fall
ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA
For bites and blockbusters, head to the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. This Seaport movie theater prides itself on showing a wide range of films, from classics to foreign language dramas. Keep your eyes glued to the screen as tasty bites and beverages are hand-delivered to your seat, like the Printer’s Devil cocktail made with Exotico Blanco tequila. 60 Seaport Blvd.,drafthouse.com
THE BRATTLE THEATRE
Go old school and score a seat at the one-screen Brattle Theatre. The red brick mainstay specializes in repertory programming by featuring specific films or directors for days at a time. In between these focuses, cinephiles can catch other cutting-edge, foreign or art-house films. 40 Brattle St., Cambridge,brattlefilm.org
Coolidge Corner Theatre recently underwent a significant expansion.
COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE
Evolving from an experimental arts venue to now the most successful independent, nonprofit cinema in New England, the Coolidge Corner Theatre continues to bring the community together for movie nights. The theater streams contemporary independent films, educational programs and not-to-be-missed blockbusters. 290 Harvard St., Brookline,coolidge.org
EMBASSY THEATER WALTHAM
Every good movie needs a sweet treat to go with it. The newly reopened Embassy Waltham has returned with the largest candy selection at any movie theater in the country. Pick your film and snack while enjoying the art deco feel of the historic theater. 16 Pine St., Waltham,embassytheaterwaltham.com
LANDMARK KENDALL SQUARE CINEMA
One of Landmark Theatre’s most successful locations, the Kendall Square Cinema in Cambridge has been screening the best blockbusters for 50 years. 3D or not, the nine screens equipped with DLP digital projection and sound will transgress your regular viewing experience to something technicolor. 1 Kendall Square - 355 Binney St., Cambridge,landmarktheatres.com
Showcase SuperLux Chestnut Hill’s lobby
SHOWCASE SUPERLUX CHESTNUT HILL
If the best part of a movie night is cozying up, then the luxurious SuperLux seating is your dream come true. Equipped with heated lumbar support, adjustable powered headrest and extended footrests, the seats even beat your couch at home. Plus, the theater shows all the Oscarworthy films you could desire. 55 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill,showcasecinemas.com
SOMERVILLE THEATRE
Hosting the likes of U2 and Bruce Springsteen, Somerville Theatre has been an entertainment hub since 1914. The theater has now moved on from hosting vaudeville, music and other live events to blockbusters as well as independent and classic films, with popcorn and ice cream to boot. 55 Davis Square, Somerville,somervilletheatre.com
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