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March 2024 by Alex Barnaby-Brown
lots of parking, and the chairs are super comfy
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March 2024 by Richard
Such a nice idea in theory but in practice it was filthy. Cute and cozy is fine but unsanitary is not ok.
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January 2024 by Hestia Davis
Amazing atmosphere, amazing people.
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January 2024 by Justin Rollo
Amazing little theater with super friendly staff and comfy seats. Only about 50 seats though, so I’d recommend buying tickets ahead of time. So far I’ve seen two films here, and I plan to keep coming back.
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January 2024 by Abel Ramos
Excellent !!!!!
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December 2023 by Jessica Bonifas
Very cool small independent cinema that plays movies on film!
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December 2023 by Daniel Nelson
IYKYK The Grand Illusion Cinema is the best place to catch a movie in Seattle. 100% volunteer run. One of the last places that still runs film in Seattle.
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December 2023 by Finu Lukose
Very intimate indie theater. Pretty consistently has interesting programming so check their web presence for offerings. The signs showing you where the physical theater are might be easy to miss.
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December 2023 by Tom Drake
I love this place. Really. A wide variety of films from classics and cult flicks. Never thought I'd get to see Zodiac or TMNT (the original) on FILM ever again and this place did that for me. Thanks so much volunteers!
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November 2023 by wordlefan
Cute little theater, great for watching movies on film! Richard was incredibly accommodating and kind when helping me purchase tickets. His customer service went above and beyond!
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November 2023 by Graciela Matrajt
It's a landmark place! A movie theater like in the old times. I miss those. Small, cozy, clean, and super cute.
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October 2023 by Oliver
I came here to see the movie Slotherhouse. It was the best horror spoof I have ever seen. The theater itself has 1920s vibes with red velvet on every surface and stucco ceilings. Comfortable chairs, too. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in ambiance. There is a Mexican restaurant attached to the same patio as the theater entrance. We got food there, which was very tasty. Then we took our beers with us into the theater, which is allowed. The staff are all very nice volunteers. You can tell they enjoy their jobs.
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October 2023 by Tracy Grauman
Quaint and intimate vintage theater. Old movie from 1983 played today, October 14 2023. Offerings of candy and popcorn appeal to various ages. Hidden gem in U District. Seek this out!
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October 2023 by CJ Horyza
Such a cute and fun little theater. Saw Neil Breen's latest masterpiece here. Very fun time. Would go back for another midnight movie.
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September 2023 by Samantha Ratliff
Such a fun and atmospheric theater for a more intimate/old-school movie-going experience. A unique opportunity to see cult favorites on the screen or catch a well loved or unique movie that you may have missed over the years. I've seen Dazed and Confused a few times, but seeing it at the Grand Illusion in 35mm was a nostalgic treat. Reasonably priced concessions round out the experience, including popcorn, candy and soda in glass bottles.
