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  • Zuri1982
    London, UK9 contributions
    Happy Visually Impaired Customer
    Actually, I just wanted to say a big THANK YOU! To the lovely gentleman member of staff at the advanced-tickets office; he was exceedingly helpful in signing me up as a visually impaired customer, making it much easier to book concession tickets online, he gave me and my mum (free carer) really good seats for my extremely-limited vision - at a very cheap price, and he was very friendly. Superb customer service, Thank You very much indeed! 👨🏽‍🦯
    Review of: Phoenix Theatre
    Written November 26, 2023
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  • alan s
    6 contributions
    The final word...hehe
    Overall GREAT. Saw Oppenheimer 70mm. Here are my personal views, and i'm fussy.

    Location - Super easy to find, basically can't miss it, 5min from Waterloo on foot. First impressions, clean loos and some refreshments available, nice foyer. Inside the theatre, OK - nice seats, whatever the price range, good legroom whatever the price range (I'm 6ft) and not as steep as some say. Ive been in much steeper Imax's, with much less legroom. Picture and sound quality, good and immersive, but not as high as was expecting. Im an audiophile. Screen size is not as large as was expecting. But I think this was because I sat in VIP section. Big Fool. Basically a chop. Price, a bit steep but hey movies are comparatively overpriced now anyway. Right?

    Seating. The MAIN point for me was where to sit. As this is personal to everyone. I favour privacy over location, most of the time. I sat VIP on the side, on the isle, with two seats empty next to me. I moved one further in as fast as I could. However here at IMAX, I would say privacy is a moot point due to the way the screen is curved. You need it wrapped around you. Seating plan is spacious and big enough to not be bothered by the person next you (its not the tube or the train you took to get there) IF they are normally proportioned and don't have too many snacks or talk too much or fiddle etc etc. The VIP area does flatten out at the top and you can see the whole cinema, the whole screen, and it has a bit more legroom. However, it also has the loos at both exits, which are at the top, and you can see all of the lighting which stays on during the show. It's a commanding position worthy of your greatness. But i'm not a ships captain, I want to be in the engine room sometimes. If you sit at the end of the row there are these hand rails which sit in your field of vision and you are aware of constantly. Disclaimer - for the elderly, people with vertigo, the blind and people i'm unaware of and/or who have h&s in their job portfolio.

    Recommendations. IF you want to experience the theatre by seeing the whole thing and the whole screen, like you would watch a TV at home, and see all the staircase lighting, and have people going to the loo during the show, then the expensive seats at the back are for you M'lud. If you want to be surrounded by only the picture (and not by stair lighting and handrails), and you may have to move your head a bit to see some elements of the picture (like being inside the picture), and surrounded by sound (but...also other people) then the cheap seats are for you. The lower you go the more you have to look up, but the seats allow you to rest your head easily. Stay away from the sides, it's too angled, stay away from the edge of any rows, the hand rails are annoying in your field of vision along with stairwell lighting for the blind. And you will go blind looking at it.

    Cheap seats close as possible to the middle, lower or higher - it's up to you. Enjoy.
    Review of: British Film Institute IMAX
    Written October 18, 2023
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  • John Douglas
    Liverpool, UK51 contributions
    Electric cinema
    Absolutely love this cinema, the seats are amazing and i would recommend the brownies served at the bar in the back of the cinema. They only play one or two films per week, but its still a fantastic experience and lovely venue.
    Review of: Electric Cinema
    Written October 9, 2023
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  • FIL M
    London, UK472 contributions
    Flowers for Mrs Harris
    It was our first visit to the studios and we will certainly return again. The production we watched was heartwarming and delightful. The studios staff are extremely friendly and the bar was well stocked and comfy.
    Review of: Riverside Studios
    Written November 14, 2023
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  • John Douglas
    Liverpool, UK51 contributions
    Prince Charles cinema Leicester sq
    Really love this cinema a little gem, cheap considering its location being so central. I love the fact it screens old classic films and it has movie night marathons based on various sequal/musical/horror etc themes . Also a bar at the back, fun vibe. Not to be missed!
    Review of: Prince Charles Cinema
    Written November 14, 2023
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  • Maite D
    2 contributions
    most intersting place to visit in London
    Not only the fantastic display of theatre and film clothes but the dedication they have put into preparing each room dedicated to different sections of film and theatre. Best are the films and plays they offer regularly to the public in the most wonderful little theatre I have ever been. The founders of Sands are not only very dedicated but very talented. Much better than any Harry Potter studios visit, said my daughter. To me it is a magical place where time doesn't exist. Main thing is their amazing creativity, specially in the last play they have created, The good soldier Schwejk, which has been created in such a way that it could be placed in any country and anytime without loosing a single piece of interest for the spectator.It is so visual that even for someone who doesn't speak the language could be beautiful
    Review of: Sands Films Cinema Club and Theatre
    Written July 17, 2019
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  • Peter S
    Puerto Varas, Chile78 contributions
    Everyman Cinema, Northallerton, North Yorkshire
    An excellent addition to Northallerton, this cinema is a cut above the average. But having just opened, unsurprisingly there are still a few niggles.

    We went to see Oppenheimer (a thought-provoking film). All seats were full.

    • Given there is a large car park adjacent to the cinema; for evening screenings (particularly on a Sunday) it is largely empty. One would think Everyman could come to an arrangement with the landlord to include parking with the ticket, especially at the high prices Everyman charge!

    • Our party of 5 all felt the cinema was TOO chilly and the volume set a little TOO loud.

    • The sign displaying the films on show outside the cinema is very poorly placed and can not easily be seen – certainly by passing motorists and there is a tree positioned directly in the sight-line. Another sign positioned on the large blank wall at the east end of the cinema would be much more clearly visible and could be updated electronically.

    • There was nowhere obvious to place your rubbish at the end of the film.

    All in all a good experience with great staff; the niggling points here are mostly easily corrected.
    Review of: Everyman Cinemas
    Written July 27, 2023
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  • Isabella johnson
    1 contribution
    Amazing!!
    I bought these tickets for my friends birthday! We had the best time ever! Staff is so lovely and the vibe is amazing. Thank you soo much for the special night
    Review of: Rooftop Film Club
    Written September 23, 2023
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  • Pat K
    London, UK21 contributions
    Great cinema. Shame about the bar.
    Great cinema. Just don’t use the bar - the bar staff are shockingly bad and unmotivated. The worst bar service I have ever encountered.
    Review of: Picturehouse Central
    Written October 7, 2023
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  • DawnDancer
    Watford, UK438 contributions
    Very good , staff welcoming, needs a bit of redecoration
    We had a gift voucher to spend for my husbands birthday as we don't have an odeon near where we live we travelled in especially. Not been here for years. Found it hard to book on line with a voucher ,you have to use it at the end of the booking.
    Staff are very welcoming. Very kindly said we can use the vip lounge upstairs as we were early and raining. Although it was a bit sad looking needs an upgrade. But a great view and comfy seats. Don't accept cash. It was good to see it busy.
    We saw the new mission impossible film. Very good but a touch long.
    Review of: ODEON Leicester Square Luxe Cinema
    Written August 6, 2023
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  • Joc
    54 contributions
    Gem of Whitechapel
    A fantastic independent cinema, offering affordable tickets to what is a varied and interesting series of films and events. Staff behind the ticket desk and bars are friendly and helpful. The only down side is that no food or drink is allowed inside that isn't bought in the cinema itself - an issue if you have particular allergies/access requirements, or if cinema prices are above your budget. It would be great if there were gender neutral bathrooms available.
    Review of: Genesis Cinema
    Written August 14, 2023
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  • benhog
    London, UK3 contributions
    Lovely
    Really nice local cinema,
    Better than visiting the usual faceless cinema everywhere,
    Recommended and will be visiting again soon
    Review of: Everyman Cinema Hampstead
    Written June 11, 2019
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  • Love and laughter 😍
    London, UK275 contributions
    Such a relaxed friendly cinema!
    Barnaby and the team are always on hand to give a warm welcome. It’s cosy, clean and warm! As it’s a listed building it feels like stepping back in history. So glad I renewed my membership again ❤️
    Review of: Curzon Mayfair
    Written January 29, 2023
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  • Circles Theatrical Productions
    2 contributions
    Cinema as it should be
    I recently had a film screened there that I produced and had an absolutely lovely time from start to finish the staff were completely supportive and kind. What a lovely cinema.
    Review of: Lexi Cinema
    Written December 9, 2022
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  • TheD-Ps
    Kew, UK103 contributions
    They have IMPROVED so much in the last 5 years. Hurrah.
    A Brasserie which WAS less than good has indeed bucked up its ideas.
    Excellent service from Cameron. A true professional. The food was delicious if a little too much. A great wine list. All serving staff were attentive and focussed.
    A great afternoon.
    Review of: Olympic Studios
    Written March 26, 2023
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