Piedmont Theatre
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| Address: | 4186 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, USA |
| Phone: | +1 510-985-1252 |
| Site: | landmarktheatres.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
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A Private User
I have lived on Piedmont Ave for about a year now, and this theater definitely shares the feel of the neighborhood. Tim is quite correct that it has small screens and does not boast state-of-the-art technology. What it does offer is midnight showings of movies from the 80s (complete with trivia games and prizes), brew-it-yourself tea at the concessions, partnerships with local businesses, and a consistently good choice in films (I have yet to be disappointed with the substance of a movie there). Certainly, this is not what everyone looks for a theater experience, but I consider it an enjoyable alternative to multiplexes, which admittedly ofter more options if youre planning on sneaking into your second film.
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A Private User
I feel compelled to review this joint, particularly because of "Tims" bad review. I think its important to know about the theatres small size and general lack of state-of-the-artness, because if thats a big deal to you, then perhaps this place isnt your style. But if a cozy, friendly, small town feel is your style, then youll love Piedmont Theatre. And they always have some of the best movies out- ones that some places are afraid to run (Juno or Brokeback Mountain, for example). I believe that that says a lot.
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Clay Barnes
Not very expensive and nice, classic theater decor, but lacking stadium seating is increasingly a negative in the modernizing world of film theaters. If you order tickets online from their site you will pay an extra dollar per ticket for the luxury of avoiding the ticket booth line, but thankfully, the extra buck does not go to an obnoxious, fee-gouging third-party like Fandango, instead seeming to all go to this theater itself and the cost of the website that it maintains itself to offer online sales.
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Sangye
Its a sweet little theater and they show some interesting films. Its fairly spendy but I like it. Some of the theaters have upgraded seats but others frankly suck. Nevertheless I would recommend it. So many theaters now just show the big blockbuster films and completely neglect the lesser known but far more intriguing films that are out there.
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Chad Reid
This place really serves as the anchor of one of Oaklands best neighborhoods. I love the theater. Disappointed they arent showing "The Room" anymore, but Im a big fan all the same. Ill come here alone and see movies Ive never heard about just because I enjoy it so much. Plus its awesome they give student discounts.
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Ian Thompson
This is a theater for people who love film. It is not large, but it does have modern amenities and plenty of concession options. The file they show are those just out of the mainstream. Though parking is hard to find, especially on weekends, for the right movie, it is worth it.
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Tyler Harding
Definitely a unique movie-going experience. The place is organized, but is very small (three screens of various capacity). Dont come too late during evening showings, or you will have trouble finding a good seat (or pair of seats next to each other, for that matter).
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Jeffrey Webber
Comfy cozy little Indy theatre in a nice part of Oakland. Good place to watch the latest popular dark comedy, art flick, or high budget B movie. Hit up Fentons afterwards for the classic date night combo.
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Rafael Santander
Its great to have a local theater but this one is small and the sound system could be improved. They always have great films though! They get the little budget film and more commercial films too.
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Peter Braden
Crowded theaters with bad leg room, but a fantastic little funky theatre over all. Best popcorn in the Eastbay, and raffles 15 minutes before the show make up for the weird seating layout.
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Beth Gilson
My favorite in Oakland - great movies, tasty popcorn, easy-going vibe, friendly staff. Sure small screens, nothing fancy but they are generally the indie movies so the theatre fits.
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Bob Britton
Art films, yea! The seating in downstairs theater cant be beat. Reclining with enough room for people to get by without you budging. Fair prices and good restaurants nearby.
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Ramon Jackson
I love this little theater. Always clean and inviting. Always wonderful movies that have meaning, that to want to see. Great contests & student discount tickets.
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Eva Vasileva
I enjoyed the seating , staff is nicely arranged board with historical facts about the place.street parking , pricy popcorn but movie tickets are not expensive .
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Jay Johnson
Downstairs theater is nice the other 2 are rally small. I cant believe they charge full price for one of the sceeens that only seat a couple dozen people.
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greg rick
The forfeiture of a signal star must be because the theatre seating on the lower level continues directly to the screen, in till one is a mere
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G J
Cozy small theaters, they always have a great selection of movies, unlike big chains showing big blockbusters. Great place for a date!
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Nathan Whiteside
Small and funky. The main theater is open and spacious, but some of the smaller theaters somehow manage to have no good seats.
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A Private User
great neighborhood movie theatre. Great small release, highly acclaimed films. A nice break from the megaplexs!
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Megan Jensen
Fun art house cinema. They do drawings for local gift certificates and movie posters on the weekends.
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Nick Farrell
Great old-school theater. Pretty inside. Not a huge selection of films but I like this place a lot.
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Rob Watton
Charming indie theatre. Very reasonable tickets. Theaters are small but that just adds to the charm.
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Ant Devamp
An intimate experience, serves wine. Basically the Portlandia boutique theater joke in human form.
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videos in earnest
If you want to watch Oscar nominated and at house films, this is the place. Great popcorn too.
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sandy luera
The staff is friendly, the place is small. The seats are worn but the movies are excellent!
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Rebecca Sherer
Old school movie theater normally showing new movies that are a bit off the beaten path.
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Phillips Mitchell
One of the few great, old movie theaters left in the Bay Area. Staff is very warm.
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Michael Stroud
One of our favorite theatres. Classic looking and has some good indie showings.
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Will Kirkpatrick
Cant say its a good theater but its certainly passable if you live close.
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Valerie Colber
Friendly staff, raffle for prizes, fresh popcorn, cozy movie experience.
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Ismael Castillo
Great selections of independent films and cozy seating at a fair price.
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Christopher Azar
Good old-fashioned theatre. Great place to watch a film.
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Paul Lam
Intimate movie watching with a well behaved audience
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Nik Schuetz
Local, classic theater that shows new and old movies
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veronica Kincaid
Great theater for family and not too popular movies
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Benjamin James
This theater cares about movies and their customers
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Martin Sanchez
Wonderful little local theater for great movies.
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Ruben Rodriguez
Great theatre with many restaurants near by.
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Preston Dennis
Nice and clean good place to see new movies
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Niklas Lollo
Nice leather seats in a tiny homey theater.
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A Private User
Cute little art house theater on the stroll
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Sf Bluejade
Old style , comfy chairs, small restrooms
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Herve David
Small theater and seats are quite old
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Michael Tuchband
Really cool alternative movie theater
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Anise LeAnn
clean with interesting selections
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Andy Hansen
Old time feel and great staff
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My Tran
Friendly staff. Home feel...
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June Irizarry
They have the best popcorn!
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mark hayman-martinez
Local and interesting pics
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A Private User
Great people, great movies
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Stephen Warren
A lovely local theater.
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Jim Mott
Neighborhood theater!
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Paul Jarolimekproner
The website is AWFUL!
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stclairej
Classic theatre!
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Mary Smith
Very nice area
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Carlos Saldana
Classy spot.
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Candace Monroe
Comfy seats!
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Jermaine Thomas
Nice
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