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December 2022 by Marina Panos
I can’t wait for the village to buy this piece of property. Should be restored and used as an ALL inclusive art center. And not as tool for the alt-right to spew christofascist propaganda.
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December 2020 by JR Wolf
We saw "It's a Wonderful Life" in a wonderful theater!!! It was a real treat to see a classic B & W film that you might not have been able to see when it was originally released in such a beautiful venue. While The Catlow Theater was built in 1927 and still has much of it's original charm and beauty it's far from antiquated. The seating was comfortable and the sound and projector systems both seemed to have been updated making the whole veiwing experience enjoyable. This was my first time visiting The Catlow and I'm definitely looking forward to going again and hope to do so for some time...even if it's to see one of those new-fangled "Technicolor" movies they're making these days!!!Oh and FYI...the popcorn was delicious!!!?
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December 2019 by Adam Gee
Family run movie theater in Lake Barrington downtown shows second runs of films selected by patrons. Sandwich shop next to theater in same building and purchases can be eaten in the theater while watching the movie. Friendly and community oriented.
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December 2019 by scott emmerling
I love this place. Old school. The movie starts on time, they dont run 15 minutes of previews. Plus you can order a sammy and take it in with you. Hope this place sticks around another 100 years.
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December 2019 by Sherry Illy
Highly recommend great for family movie and dine wonderful sandwiches
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December 2019 by Michael Kopala
Wonderful place to see a movie. New comfortable seats and digital screen. The inside is a magnificent old style Movie Palace. Is connected to a great deli style restaurant and yes you can bring the food and alcohol in to the theater. Great prices and also great special screenings. It's the kind of place you want to support. And by the way, the popcorn is amazing.
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December 2019 by Raime Ann Vandermyde
Beautiful historic theater. I went for the first time to see the original Phantom of the Opera. The silent film was accompanied by the organ. Go early and get some food or sit and have a drink! Seats are traditional style theater chairs, but they're nice and wide so although they're not the new age recliners they're super comfortable.
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December 2019 by Travis Young
This is such a cool theater but the new owner is ruining it! The food was so much better when Bolognies was in business and the selection of movies was so much better. You could always count on being able to see a good “still in theaters “ movie but now all he’s showing is very old movies that are 20-40 years old and the “showtime” eatery is poor at best. Please sell the theater to someone who will bring back the old food and better movies !!
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December 2019 by The Hilbrinks
(Feb 2019) Catlow, you need to get your act together! We came in for the Tuesday matinee today, and when we got in the theater the ads were playing with no sound. Eventually I got up and told one of the workers to turn the sound on, and she said it would be on when the movie came on. Well, when the movie finally did come on, the sound was still off and I had to tell her again to turn the sound on. She then told me they would restart the movie. We waited 10 minutes through the movie in silence. It did not restart, but at least they turned the sound back on. We missed the first 10 min of the film! Also, a while back I saw a movie there, and it actually started early, which made me miss the first beginning of that movie, as well! ?(5 years ago) Just what everyone here has said... great PRICE, incredible atmosphere, quality food! The only down side is that there is only ONE of it! :-)
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December 2019 by Mitchell Ransdell
What a treasure. One of the last great movie houses, and family owned!! Come here for great food and drink at great prices- and enjoy a film the way it was meant to be enjoyed! A beautiful historic building, lovingly kept and updated. Don’t miss it
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December 2018 by Heather Boffo
My favorite theater; my kids love it here - don't forget to buy yours some candy before the show ?! Come on an empty stomach because the food is delicious; I recommend the BAT Club and Reuben sandwiches! ?
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December 2018 by Rebecca Mottier
Such a great movie theater. Everything is priced reasonably (much lower than other places) and the staff are very friendly. I would recommend seeing movies here always!
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December 2018 by Mike Zinn
Great old theatre. No previews, comfortable seats and good sound. Easy parking in back. Good sandwich shop next store.
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December 2018 by Robert Rosenthal
The Catlow is just an amazing old theater where local come to see $5 movies. It's origins were early in the 20th century when it was built as a glamorous silent movie house. It's interior has been restored, while not perfectly, well enough that you can get a feel of what it must have been like way back then.After a successful round of fundraising, they avoided closing their doors by raising enough money to buy a digital projector. They were in some danger of closing as the newer films are being released in digital format, phasing out film, and making their projection equipment obsolete. As I understand it, the new equipment can be very expensive. But, the community came together to keep this valuable part of the local culture alive. I believe their next step is another round of fundraising to replace their aging seats.We went to see Argo, the new movie about the CIA's top secret hostage rescue during the 444 day Iranian hostage crisis that was resolved in 1981. I won't review the film here, but if you remember those times, it is a great film to go see.With near first run showings, the Catlow is a fine value that delivers a great experience. Where else can you go to see top movies at $5 surrounded by 1920s memorabilia?
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December 2018 by Mike Maradik
I have been enjoying The Catlow forever! I will not reveal the years (protecting my age) but appreciate the seats...sound system and digital technology. But the real reason is the tradition history and ambiance of the Catlow. Great Movie Theater....popcorn etc✌???
