Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington
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Huntington, Suffolk County, New York, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Offerings
Food
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Comments (198)
Really nice place Ive been living in Hunting ton for 30 years and Ive never been to this place. They have very eclectic movies here and nice service they have a cool bar and snack area with popcorn. Saturday nights are really awesome
Great movies, exceptional food stand with many organic and delicious choices. Tonight we saw a movie called Maiden which was about an all-female crew in an around the world sailboat race. Over the last 20 years we have seen a number of amazing movies that would never stand a chance at the traditional movie theaters. This theater is independently owned and can pick and choose whatever films they want.
A great resource for the community. Wonderful art, independent movies and other activities here, plus beer and wine are available. Great snack selection including cake and vegan popcorn. Big box office movies not shown here.
We have been members and supporters of the Huntington Cinema Arts Centre for years. Cinema Arts brings the best in independent films to its Long Island members (non members, too. BUT membership yields rewards and benefits far beyond reduced admission fees.) Somewhat eclectic film offerings and live programming ranging from once a month Friday night live jazz to evenings with world class filmmakers and writers all make Cinema Arts a cultural hub rivaling the best of NYC. And with the myriad excellent dining options available in and around Huntington you are always able to have an evening (or afternoon) to remember.Go. Enjoy... and support this vital part of the Islands cultural ecosystem.
Movie theater which runs a wide variety of pictures, from recent to cult favorites to indies and art shows. Reasonable prices. Nice cafe to purchase refreshments, including wine and beer, and sit and wait for showtime. Only negative is parking which can be tight.
It was a really amazing experience, I drove 40 minutes just to come here and it was worth it. I saw the 40th anniversary of Monty Pythons life of brain. And they made it feel special, they gave us a special 40th anniversary pack, which included a fake beard, a poster, lyric book and a history of the movie. They also serve beer at this theater along with other food. Will come back again great experience
My go-to cinema on Long Island. Beautiful people, great movies for the discerning and a great cafe. Other programs in music and yoga. Known the finest lady-founder Charlotte since its founding with a sheet on the wall. Her dedication and humanity is peerless and a role model. We need more such community cinemas.
What a really cool place to see a movie! They usually have features that are a little different than your multiplex. Snack bar is really good with organic popcorn and other things you wont find everywhere else and not crazy expensive, either. They even serve wine & beer!
Needs to update the equipment . Better eclectic selection of films. I had to go to NYC to see Burning(one of the highest touted foreign films based on worldwide film critiques reviews). I live on Long Island and consistently have to trek to the city to see current independent and foreign films. They have a lot of work to do!!!!!!!
We are fortunate to have an arts theatre in town. Always check their calendar as special guest stars and events are not to be missed and once in a life time opportunities. If you enjoy discussing films and absorbing the messages and emotions, then this is for you.Cafe food is not to my taste and remember CASH ONLY.Memberships are on sale now and well worth the yearly small fee if you are going to see even 2 or 3 movies a month.They also have sunday am movies and breakfast....!Singles can find other singles here usually with whom to socialize.
Aside from having the most amazing movies from everywhere, this is a community gathering place where films and speakers on important social topics have been hosted for many years -- including several for our nonprofit, HealthyPlanet. In addition to all the above, they have a nice café that has a bunch of vegan options. So I am, and have been for many years, a real fan of the Cinema Arts Centre. But then, that makes me just like everybody else Ive ever met!!!
Staff was all extremely friendly. Its a wonderfully quaint place. Love the little cafe and not only do they show regular movies but they also have some cool showings..like for Halloween they showed john carpenters original Halloween and they welcomed costumes to be worn.
Love this independent movie theater! TCinmea Arts shows many wonderful foreign and indie films that are difficult to find in mainstream theaters. They also have a wonderful concession stand that sells delicious food at reasonable prices. They even have organic popcorn and micro-brews! Winning all around.
At a time that we can all watch almost anything on the internet, a typical movie theater needs to think hard to justify the expense to go and sit in a dirty venue with lingering odors of ... (you figure what I mean) left by senior citizens you love the place because at least its warm. The selection of movies tends to be eclectic: it seems that term justifies their emphasis on certain gender, religion or historically-biased topics. A great place for former hippies, hipsters, older folks or the occasional South American family bringing their crying babies for nursing during the show.!
Took my little ones here to see Yellow Submarine on the big screen. They are 4th gen Beatles fans, so it was really good to see that you were playing it. The theater is small, I believe only 3 rooms, but that is ok, because the place is clean, and the staff is friendly. Keep up the good work and showing things that arent at every other movie theater!! I like that it is an old school type movie theater. Thank You for an enjoyable night with my little ones...who by the way sang the whole movie.
Went for a premier and it was great fun. Beers and wine and a 1980s feeling that I find reassuring. Comfortable seats with plenty of room. Supportive of local events, such as #Unpolished
A great place that shows independent films. Cult cafe, retro horror picture show... An excellent gem. Minus 1 star because they have organic popcorn and its like eating cardboard
Great movie selections...The 3 theatres have a musty mold smell. Carpets also. Cafe is not much better. Appearance Outside in the front is dirty looking and the patio... Heard this from Other paying customers.. Old building that needs a overall update..Hopefully...
Great place to watch old flicks, and getting discounts on movies. However, very politically motivated on the Left. Went to a function featuring Joel Grey, and nearly the whole session became a Trump bashing. Was very uncomfortable. Just motivates me to just get the discounts, and skip all other venues. Thats too bad. Should keep entertainment and politics separated.
I had an experience during the Retro Picture Show in which I was singled out for having a phone out just so I can take it off the power bank and back into my pocket. Meanwhile, others were actually ON the phone and shouting during the movie without so much as a single reprimand. I brought this to management who just shrugged their shoulders and said that since it wasn’t an employee of the actual theater, they couldn’t do anything. No apology. No nothing. I have been a regular patron during such special events. But rest assured, it will be my last.
Great place to see films that aren’t the new action film- ones you forgot about and loved from 50 years ago. Also lesser known independent that are great. Lectures about film are very knowledgeable - especially thankful for Glenn he’s great
Great art house cinema. Seen multiple indie films and lectures here - always well done. Lots of snacks and they also serve craft-beer.Theaters are small and not even close to state of the art, but youre not coming here to see imax 3d movies.
Love Cinema Arts. Mainly seniors...and us, lol. Natural organic popcorn is the real deal, regular theater popcorn is all chemicals, makes you realize how bad it tastes. We finally joined as members, got 10% discount at dinner, score!
Excellent cinema. They always have thought provoking, or just fun movies. They carry the documentaries and movies that are hard to find on Long Island. Wonderful staff too. The cafe is a delight.
Very nice theater... This was showing an uncommon movie, Three Identical Strangers, which turned out to be an excellent documentary. Plenty of parking, great snack area and a senior or member discount all available.
Movie was great as were sound and picture quality. But the place needs an overhaul desperately. I remember it from 1972 or so, when it was old sofas in a space above a downtown Huntington store front. Of course things have changed for the better. But they need to change again.
The Show I Attended, Was Good ! Not Gonna Give An Excellent Rating Because Its Need To Improve In Sound Quality ! When A Movie Is Formatted In 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound ! That Means There Better Be A Whole Lot Of Speakers Playing With Subwoofers...Front ,Back Left And Right Side ! I Went To See Metallica S&M 2 Movie Concert Special 10-9-19 @ 7:30pm And Throughout The Whole Performance Not 1 Person Recognised The Atmosphere ! Especially How The Music Was Sounding! Im A DJ, Love My Music ...But The Sound Needs To Improve In The Auditorium...Especially When They Have Special Engagements.. Otherwise The Show Was Excellent
The best offbeat movie and lecture venue around. And Huntington is an ideal town to eat out afterwards or enjoy a stroll. Please support this worthy arts center with a membership donation.
Great little arts cinema that does feature many obscure films and documentaries. Be forewarned, however, their political views are relentlessly progressive and you will never see any films even remotely politically even handed. Not a big deal, but lack of perspective and balance is a bit grating when it is so painfully obvious.
Excellent variety of films are offered as this art house. It has a nice cafe/concession stand. Projection/sound are okay, but one of the three theaters here is rather small.
A beautiful space dedicated to bringing real movies made by real people to other real people. For those who want more art in their cinema, this is the place to be. The lobby shows are especially special.
Unique and a classic Huntington institution. Foreign and indie films, plus lectures, and much more. Excellent cafe. Nice baked goods. For older, upscale, higher-educated, cultured elites. LOL
Great films you cant see for 30 miles around. Special guests and events. Good food and drink (and popcorn) at the café. Welcoming atmosphere.
Awesome theater, one of the very few independent theaters in the cultural wasteland that is long island. Good mix of current films, and great special events.
It is wonderful to have a place to to that has all of the films that the ordinary googleplexes do not show. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the films being showed. Dont miss out on this gem.
My personal favorite indie movie theater. Definitely a vital part of the Huntington community and also is a solid option for almost any movies you would see at AMC and the like.
This theater is great! There are always great movies and the best popcorn anywhere!!! I miss it during this pandemic.
Its the only place and home for really quality, unusual and classic film and cultural events. Couldnt do without it. (Of course, an expanded womens room -- more than 3 stalls -- would be appreciated)
Awesome. Clean, well set up theater. Just got back from watching Robocop on the 30th anniversary of its release in 35mm format. Cant recommend this place enough.
Cinema Arts Centre is a great theatre. It has a restaurant where you can get coffee, dessert, or other small items, sandwiches etc. Become a member for lower priced admission.
Saw Maiden for the second time with Haana. Inspiring documentary about a group of women and one women in particular doing something extraordinary together. Really well made.
Great selection of foreign and independent movies that are not shown at other theaters. They also have a nice snack bar and restaurant.
The staff is great and their film selections are top notch. They even have special events in the café area sometimes, including live music!
Great theatre with great prices and a homey feel, not like the big brand movie theatres. Excellent place. Where can you get $7 movies?!
Awesome cinema centre. Has a café that also doubles as a screening area. Always plays fantastic new films as well as the classics. Highly recommend to go and its cheap.
I love this place ..I wish the seats were a little more comfy..some indies can be on the long side (they also have real butter for their popcorn..bonus..lol) and the cult cafe events are great.
Its not only a place to go and watch a movie. There they have a large variety of different social and cultural activities all year round. Go check it out.👏👏
We saw Kedi here. Its awesome to have a small theater nearby, showing cool independent films. Its not cheap, but someone has to support them and keep them in business :)
Theres no other place like it. It has the best films, the friendliest and most interesting people and their food is delicious. Theres also live entertainment.
This is the best movie theatre around . . . .very clean, fantastic movie selections, wonderful/friendly staff, interesting and healthy food in the cafe. . . .10 stars!
Great art and independent films. Popcorn was not the best. But they have many of wonderful other choices.
Love this theatre!Great movies...good people...good foodIts not a good week without seeing a movie here!
One of the only movie theaters in the region that caters to independent, alternative cinema. Also, has a rich program of related events, including music, speakers and more.
Great place to see independent films, documentaries, concerts on screen, as well as jazz concerts and comedians. The Cinema Arts Center does it all!
Best cinema in the area, showing arthouse and international fare. Also great programming showcasing classics and hidden gems.
Everyone should JOIN and help support out LOCALS!! The Maiden was an INSPIRING show!! Keep up the great choices!!
Its been awhile since Ive had the time to stop in for a film, but I remember my visits fondly. Perhaps I can get back in soon to see how theyve changed.
Small and old but they have the best (and healthy) movie theatre food, beer and wine! They usually have a great selection of movies too
Great movies and has a wonderful comfortable atmosphere for experiencing theater.
My husband and I love coming to the Cinema Arts Center because of their great selection of independent and interesting movies
Excellent choice of first-rate films both domestic and foreign. One of the only theaters on Long Island that shows foreign films.
Great Cinema, cool off the beaten path movie house. Make a donation so we can get better seats!
Love this theater and all the arts films they show. I am a fan of the arts and they have amazing popcorn!
Pretty chill spot went there to see a triple horror movie night. The centre is surprisingly big has a awesome bar and snack selection.
A lot of pseudo intellilectual socialists chill out here be careful. Not kosher.
Wonderful art house, great movie theatre, great films not found elsewhere (big box cimemas)
Love it here! Movies you cant see anywhere else on the island, beer, and nice people.
Great small theater to see a film. There are 4 theatres inside the building with a small snack bar.
We see plenty of great movies here. Our usual go to place for entertainment.
Nice theater. Typical art house theater. Enjoyed my movie experience.
The best (and one of the only) independent theater around! Great food and service!
Great movie theater with a nice cafe that even has some vegan options
Good movies here but theater needs new chairs, or at the very least a good cleaning .
I love this place they play the best independent films from all over the world!!!
Cinema Arts is a GEM! This theater is unique and a Huntington social center where there is truly something for everyone!
Community-oriented International, art Film House. You will see movies and experience events that will expose you to perspectives that you will not hear in commercial movie theaters.
Cinema Arts Centre is a terrific community amenity. Its really great to have a forum like this for quality cinema.
We love to go see movies there. Shows move pretty Quickly.
Was my fav place to catch an original title growling up in Huntington. Really special and staff is cool.
For our class trip we watched the movie Hundred Foot Journey in French with English subtitles. Very clean.
The very best cinema on Long Island. Top-quality independent and foreign films.
I love coming here all the time, especially for Cult Cafe and Retro Picture Show.
Quality movies, good food with a nice cafe area, nice staff, and fun events.
Great cinema with great films run by a great staff who truly love movies.
A favorite destination for art house, revival, and current release films. Nice restaurant.
First time I was ever in their larger theater. I like supporting my community theater.
Great place for great movies nice friendly staff too
Awesome theater, lots of obscure movie nights. And they sell PBR!
Nice small independent cinema. Great sound quality. Interesting films.
Quality independent, classic and underground films that are hard to find. Also, live jazz and folk
Nice theatre. Cool film selections not shown elsewhere
Our first time there. So surprised..it was great!! Nice place
Great selection of indie and international films at a very affordable price.
Fantastic art house in the suburbs. Lots of great films and film-centric events and special showings.
If you like Art films, as well as mainstream, this is THE place. No questions. Just go
Always have a good time at the Cinema Arts Centre. People are always nice and accommodating.....
Good theater with harder to find movies. Craft beers and vegan food a plus
Great place. Unusual movies that are enjoyable.
My go to place for great film, socializing, music, literature. the gem of Huntington village !
Love this place! Great indie films and selection.
Great foreign films and events. Seats are not comfortable.
I was there to support an Independant film maker. They support the little guy. Good for them.
Good selection of movies that do not make it to local theartres
Great art house theater and one of the few on Long Island.
The place has a very cool vibe. Try the organic popcorn and real butter.
Love going here, great movie choices
Great place to see old movies on Saturdays in the cult cafe
I worked at the cinema for 14 years and continue to go. There is no place like it on Long Island!
Clean, great movies, good price, part of the community.
Its a learning experience each time I attend a show
Great place and great people. I highly recommend a night here.
Met lil peeps mom. Super duper expensive food sold in cafe.
What a great place. The seats are those new recliners.
Loads of fun watching Monty Python and the Holy Grain with Adam.
The caliber of the movies is far superior to the average movie theater
Fantastic local resource if you enjoy the arts.
Best independent movie house on Long Island.
As good as it gets for a movie theater, more like a community center
A Huntington staple, their programming, staff, and concession never disappoint.
Terrific local art theater with a cool snack bar
Best movie theater on Long Island.
Good Shows. .you can buy wine here👍
The theater was too small. And the food too expensive.
Excellent staff and selections of films.
Looking forward to seeing Frankenstein on the big screen.
Not crazy about the theater having such a small screen.
Love the retro picture show! 35mm classic horror!
The best venue to see excellent cinema
The only drawback are the seat sizes and aisle widths
Great independent art film theater.
Great showings on Saturday nights
Love the movies that running over that place
Shows movies no other theaters have.
Reading of Our Lady of Queens was great.
Around here, its the only place to see limited release films; literally.
A nice local theater with organic popcorn
Nice little place that isnt too mainstream
Interesting choice of good movies.
Amazing selection of independent films
Great place excellent programsThank☚
Nice cozy place to catch a flick.
Great place to see a movie!
Good place to see small movies
Movies that you cant find everywhere else.
Always great events going on here!!
If you dont know now you know
Always interesting movies and presentations.
Niche movies in an unpretentious atmosphere.
Great place to see a movie.
Great cinema with retro movies.
Great local art cinema.
A Unique Film Experiece in a Unique place!
Great movies, events, and talks
Good spot
Only place in Huntington that shows Art Films
Great movie there
Always interesting and entertaining films
Nice small theatre.
Beautiful place ,amazing stuff !!!
This place is just lovely!
Great time and great people
Great place love it
Good indie films
Love it!
Love that this place exists
Great.
Great place
Great!
Loved it
Nice atmosphere.
Love it
Nice atmisfeir.
Great fantastic!
Home away from home !
It was a little okay
My home away from home
Great
Good programs
Excellent
Great place
Love this place
Simply the best!!
Love this place!
A true gem!
A classic!
Excellent site
Good
Super
Total reviews rating 4.6
198 Reviews for Cinema Arts Centre 2023:
Review №1
2022-07-04Able to see old friends and a good movie not in other theaters
Review №2
2022-06-09I have been volunteering for CAC at the Born This Way Festival for six years, its always been my favorite Pride Month event, this year my artwork was featured in the Mosaic art show in the hallway gallery and will be up all Pride Month long.
Review №3
2022-06-28This is a special place. An art house film venue with a heart. Im grateful it exists in my neck of the woods.
Review №4
2019-04-16A wonderful, no frills local gem in Huntington. I love going to see movies here. The film pickings are diverse, they schedule tons of special events and they offer a ton of vegetarian and vegan options in comparison to your typical, commercial movie theater. From a late night showing of Mandy (2018), to an extra special viewing of Frankenstein (1931 film) with Sara Karloff, Boris Karloffs daughter, there in the flesh to do a Q&A with the audience, to marathon watching this years Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) nominees, CAC offers so much to their patrons. Not to mention a decent beer selection in the cafe that doesnt cost an arm and a leg! I have been, for going on two years now, a paying member of the theater and it is a contribution that I will happily continue to renew year and after.
Review №5
2022-05-28Excellent Movie- The Automat and clean comfortable theater
Review №6
2019-11-09We are members here and think its important to support this fantastic cultural institution. It doesnt have all the amenities of the big multiplexes but I find it much more civilized. Few kids, and no one is eating dinner in the next seat. They show popular first run films, but they also screen small budget films that the big chains wont show. And the member ticket prices are a bargain. Love this place.
Review №7
2022-05-16Felt so good to be back at my favorite place.
Review №8
2018-11-03This theater is the way I remember theaters of old to be. It shows quality movies, not the blockbuster hits that are shown in bigger theaters. If you appreciate good movies, this is the place for you. Dont miss the Cult Cafe (the concession stand). Great fresh popcorn, many great food selection choices and beverages
Review №9
2019-02-20The Heart of Long Islands independent cinema culture! Famous Directors can be seen here periodically. Excellent place to international and domestically produced movies on an independent basis. Many different seminars are held here too. Check out the excellent cafe just as you walk in. It is a very enlightening place to be. This center is also about helping those that wish to cut their teeth in movie development to get some important info here.
Review №10
2019-11-18Cinema Arts has been one of my favorite highlights of Huntington since high school, from folding chairs, till today. I am very grateful every time my husband and I attend an event or see a movie there. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. If you have an opportunity to meet the owners, even better, they are dedicated and caring and I surround them with love.