Bryn Mawr Film Institute
| Address: | 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010, USA |
| Phone: | +1 610-527-9898 |
| Site: | brynmawrfilm.org |
| Rating: | 4.7 |
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A Private User
I love the BMFI, too, but today I went there to see a movie and thieves slipped my purse out from under my seat, stole my debit card and a credit card, along with all of my cash, out of my wallet while I watched the movie!! I would not have even realized that this had happened if my credit card companys Fraud Division hadnt called me as I was leaving the theater to question some unusual charges they saw on my card. THIEVES CAN STRIKE ANYWHERE, LADIES, EVEN ON THE MAIN LINE! Do not leave your purse on the floor there, ladies, or you could get ripped off, too!
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Megan Davies
Its ashame they are putting the other small businesses out of business because they take up the municipal lot behind the theater. The theater built on their own parking lot, not caring about the other merchants on the block...now they want the municipal lot to be their private parking lot. When the other businesses are gone due to the loss in revenue we all be sorry then. It is a shame they dont play fair :(
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Elizabeth Conner
Im a huge fan of this theatre. Firstly, its gorgeous. Second, theres a great coffeeshop attached to it called Hothouse, which has some pretty good coffee. Third and most important, the movies they show here are always really beautiful, indie films. Some you may have heard of, others not. Ive had great memories at this theatre and will continue to.
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Wayne Morra
Finally a movie theater with offset seating. Why did this take so long & why dont all theaters arrange their seating in this manner? Some of the rear seats are a long, long way from a smallish screen. Clean place with a superior lineup of movies. Strongly suggest prebuying your tickets to avoid the disappoint of a sold out show.
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Mary Apakian
I love the indie movies they show. Have visited many times with family and friends. The seats are comfortable and the theatre food is reasonable compared to other chain theaters. Plus they have special film series where you can see movies you could not see anywhere else. They even have a kiddie matinee on Saturday mornings.
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Glenn Heck
I love this place. While most of the Mainline traditional movie theaters have gone out of business, BMFI has brought a cultural gem to Bryn Mawr. Rather than drive business out of the community, the active theater has attracted businesses and Bryn Mawr has a thriving economy.
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Peter Bachman
A bit pricey if you are not a member. Excellent film curation, and a well done expansion. They really nail down their mission of being a Film Institute, not just a movie theater. The concession stand is by far the best I have ever seen. This is a great asset to the community.
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Katie Fine
Wonderful reconstruction and design work makes it worth it just to see the exterior. Great films to see, yummy alternative (and more affordable) snacks to be had. Have coffee and post-film discussion at the cafe in the small concourse.
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George Black
Great "art house" movie theater. Modern theaters housed behind a vintage facade. Film classes and memberships also offered. Parking is behind building and can be hard to find on your first visit, access from Bryn Mawr Avenue.
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Lisa Lett-stulec
Cute nice theater. Parking seems bad, but there is actually a parking garage behind it. The admussion and snacks are reasonable. A great combination of arthouse, classic films. From NJ but am considering becoming a member.
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Julian Brenman
A vibrant hub in our community that in addition to having great movies, produces wonderful educational programming for children and adults. Lots of food available for a movie – snacking, and seats are comfortable.
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Lawrence Greenberg
I came in the afternoon so there were a great many seniors. The selection of films is great. The concessions and seats are conventional. The screen and audio system were up to date. It is a long narrow room.
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Paul Donaldson
The Bryn Mawr Film Institute is awesome. They play many of the best films each year that many other theaters dont. I attend their screenings regularly and Im very glad theyre a part of the neighborhood.
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Keilan Barber
The heart of films lives here, a beautiful space, warm environment, and the films are often hand picked, not box office giants. I can truthfully say I have not seen a subpar film in this theatre.
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Dorothy Brown
They have great screenings and the best movies. I like the decor and the ambience here. Very lively. I wish they could have more selection because thats one thing that I think they miss the most.
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William Letzkus
The staff is very friendly, and accommodating, especially to the hard of hearing. For the latter there are caption viewers, and amplified earphones. I highly recommend this wonderful theater!!!
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Paul Zeman
A wonderful old fashion movie theater showing classics and first-run movies. They offer yearly memberships that get you discounts on ticket prices and access to member-only events.
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Patti Butcheck
An historic film house that engages the community at large. I enjoy the Drexel Mega-Bad Movie nights where they make fun of the movie live on stage. A very enjoyable experience!
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Regular Grind
Ive enjoyed every film Ive watched at the theater. Parking if easy if you park in the lots behind the theater. There are plenty of nearby places to enjoy dinner before the show.
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A Private User
Excellent! Local gem, and really makes the movie experience all that. They pick great movies to show, and it is nice to have some place outside the city to see artistic films.
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David Moskowitz
Nice local art & mainstream movies. Pricing quite reasonable & better if you become a member. The seating isnt the most comfortable, but everything else very good.
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JJ Cutuli
This place understands movies and moviegoers. The facilities are beautiful and the programs are incredibly well curated. I love that this place exists.
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Heidi Hayes
The best movie theatre for interesting movies. Get here early. Sold out houses are very common. Popcorn is excellent. The crowd tends to be older.
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Phil Donahue
Always a good selection of films to watch. Fun place to start the evening in Bryn Mawr or cap off a fun dinner and movie darte night.
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Christopher Ross
Im glad places like this still exist. Were new members and love it. Looks wonderful on the inside and it is date-night destination.
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Douglas Mitchell
BMFI is a charming art house cinema. Theater 1 is awkward and uncomfortable, but the others are a great place to see a movie.
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Thomas Pickard
Nice decor. Always great movies. Reminds me of an art house cinema. Only complaint is uncomfortable armrests.
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Nathan Lavery
Needs to be a little cheaper for what it offers in facilities, but a great place to catch independent films
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Green Heart
Shows excellent films. Get the bottomless popcorn! Chairs are uncomfortable for long periods of time.
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Jeremy Mishkin
A community gem. Fantastic venue with interesting films, whether I have heard of them or not.
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Corey Fischer
Fantastic theatre with super cheap concessions. Old school vibe, my new preferred theatre.
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Matt Dunn
My favorite theatre. Has art-house and main stream films in a nostalgic atmosphere.
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Brian McInerney
Loved everything about it but the seats - theyre a little tight. Im 59" and 163 lbs
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Lulu Belle
Top-notch films, comfortable surroundings and lower-than-big-theatre snacks.
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Dave Colson
Very pleasant & enjoyable...its a great alternative to the theater chains
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jan achenbach
Support the arts! Great educational programs. Wonderful movies.
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Keisha Deeds
The Bryn Mawr Film Institute is a great place to see movies :)
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Elizabeth McKee
The best place to see foreign, indie, and art films in area.
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Claudio Kuhn
Wonderful and independent with a Indy collection of movies.
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Chris Hatch
Great potential. Hope to see better classic movie selection.
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Bob Clewell
Simply, one of my favorite places. Top notch in every way.
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Roman Colombo
One of the best independent movie theaters in Pensylvania
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Bridget Corry Morse
Nice old theatre. Good selection of movies. Easy parking.
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David Brake
Fantastic theater with indie films as their mainstay!
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