Not to be melodramatic, but this is the core of the indie-film world. Its a temple revering the wonderful and enigmatic power of cinema. If youre the kind of person who knows the difference between Godard and Truffaut or Ozu and Kurosawa, make a pilgrimage here. While its not glamorous, its a place that demands devotion from any cinephile.
One of the best venues for arthouse and independent films. But like some others in the city, they can lower their ticket prices to attract more viewers. We need more arthouse film viewers and lowering price tickets is essential for that.
It does have a selection of interesting movies, it should not cost that much.
A nice theater showing smaller films. Tickets are on the pricy side and the seats are pretty uncomfortable. They do some good shows and even sometimes bring in the directors to talk about them.
Went to check out a movie with a friend thats a member Nice staff Clean Theater free ticket and free popcorn!
A true gem for indie film fans. Their midnight screenings are well curated and one of my favorite things to do in the city along with grabbing a slice before at Joes just around the corner. The seats and interior are a bit dated but, I think it goes with the vibe. They have an above average drink and snack selection too.
So lovely and homey. Love the intimacy. Reminds me of Coolidge corner theater in boston, but this one is in a better, more accessible location. Watched Parasite here opening night and was thrilled. Really excellent location for top-notch independent cinema. A classic, quintessential arthouse theater.
Thoroughly cleansed and accommodating service. I am ecstatically thrilled that they. are up and running once again. There is nothing like the independent films that are shown there. It is certainly worth the trip and getting back to life and seeing what new films are in place for showing is an absolute energizing experience. Go dive back in, youll be happy with your decision to go!
Quite extraordinary experience! Liked watching oscar shorts in a cozy, small theater with a small group of people.
This is a great movie theater that showcases a variety of indie, classic, and some mainstream films. They also have Q&A’s with directors and actors. Access right outside the A/C subway stop, and if you’re hungry, stop by The Taco Shop just around the corner for some yummy tacos and fresh margaritas.
Phenomenal theater. We need to keep.old school NYC art theaters open. Retro just like it was and connects to the films shown here. Saw a great documentary on Kurt Vonnegut.
IFC ranks at the top with Film Forum for the variety of independent & foreign films they run. During this trip to NYC, I was excited that IFC played different, older HK films on different days - In The Mood For Love & Chungking Express - among what I found. I havent seen these films in a movie house for a long time.IFC shows films I never see anywhere else - several years ago I was in town and they played a gorgeous French version of Bluebeard. Im still haunted by it. Make sure to watch for their Oscar packages, where they bundle up different nominated shorts - always great fun.
Staff nice ...manager lady super helpful. Y dont they use their backyard for after parties? Understaffed or someone likes to hide btwn shows. Water cooler cups missing but bar person is nice ...bathrooms clean on men side.
Lovely Place! And excellent choice of screenings. It felt a little small tho
If youre a fan of independent cinema, then this is the place. Exceptional programming and great member perks. Its probably time for them to invest in new seating in the main theater, though.
It was a cute little theater, with really high ceilings. I just wish you could buy tickets in advance.
Mr first time there after all these years, and Im happy to say Ill be going back.
The premier of Jesse Krimes transition was fabulous in that everyone has a talent to share with the world and if we have the determination and commitment to see it through, those dreams can be realized if we dont give up and focus on what matters most. Our family and support network must be a mirror to our thoughts and actions because everything else is smoke and mirrors. Im totally inspired by Jesses dream to pursue my own. Im grateful to have witnessed it.
Amazing cinema in the middle of a bustling city. Always check it out while Im in town!
So i love movies and this theater, but theyve been really rude about my partner being trans and disabled and needing accommodation. Let me tell you something, service dogs are still legit even when theyre cute, and yelling at a non-verbal person isnt going to get them to respond to you. And then kicking them out...doesnt help. (You can guess by now what went down, SMH. Just awful...and so unnecessary!)
I love this place because of the selection and it gives you that old school authentic cinema vibe. My only complaint is the cleanliness of course. The cloth seats feel very sketch and who knows what is hiding in the seats. IFC is in desperate need of a renovation.
Last time I came here, no one was sitting in their assigned seat and the entire theater had to play a cantankerous round of musical chairs right as the film was starting. The time before that, they had the heat cranked up so high I ended up sweating in places I didnt think possible. Every time I come here, something weird happens. But hey, thats not a bad thing.
If you like film, you’ll love this place. I’ve been coming here for years for their indies, for the repertoire… such a great spot.
This was our second film in over 18 months. The staff were very friendly. Every was masked up. The seats are very comfortable. Really well done.
I had a very good experience at the theater on 6th Ave.
Great place for movies. Comfy seats
Saw Titane here by myself. There were only 4ish rows in the room & the heater was blasting. The movie truly disturbed me. 10/10 I will return
This particular IFC cinema is quite enjoyable. It has a fine mixture of contemporary and classic films- both mainstream and independent. It even host an annual film festival. Inside the building its both cozy and roomy....Casablanca happened to be playing the day that I went.If you ever doing in your life- see an old classic film on the big screen. Youll thank me.
They show a lot of great indie and classic films here. The overall feel of the common area is akin an old studio - a little dim, a little cramped, and the age shows. But the theaters themselves are great - good sound and terrific seats (the most spacious and comfortable seats Ive been to of any movie theater in recent memory). Ticket price have risen quite a bit over the past few years though.
First time here. It was supper nice. People greeted me with a smile.. Service was fast and convenient. The Lobby Was smaller than I am used to but then, well behaved adults know how to wait on line for food and movies. The theaters was small too but the screen size was all well proportioned. I wish we had a theater like this in Queens
This movie theater has unique movies but it’s really old and the screens are small.
Warehouse-y feel, worn interior, amazing film lineup. If youre here, youre definitely not in Kansas anymore.
The IFC Center is my favorite movie theater in New York City. Their selection for midnight screenings is amazing, and I love the Weekend Classics series they do! The staff is always really friendly and the theaters are nice and cozy.Also be sure to check out their tote bags! I got a David Lynch one recently and couldn’t be happier with it.
The IFC is one of those theaters that you could pick a movie at random without knowing anything about it and it would be good. They have carefully curated films which attracts an audience that is more respectful of movie-going culture than ...other places. Also their cookies are so good
Love the coziness of this place. Its a neighborhood indie favorite and with good reason. Staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. Seating is comfy and you dont feel like your at some chain theater in the mall. IFC really takes on the flavor of the neighborhood. Its a true gem!
Yeah, so, three words: Best POPcorn Ever!!! Need one say anything more about a movie theater for it to receive a ⭐⭐🌟⭐⭐ rating? Well, really, that is true...but IFC gets oodles of stars for so many other things as well: Choice of movies (including late-night, cult and indie), hospitality of staff, location, and...on and on! Ive been taking my kids here for years for Oscar-Nominated Shorts, as well as various Japanese family flicks. We all love it here!!!
Nice theater. Strategically located ( right outside a subway station) and right across from a public basketball court.The theater shows indie movies for the most part. Not sure if they show regular releases here. Worth a visit if you happen to be in the area and are into watching an indie film.
Awesome location in the West Village to see indie/art house films. The facility itself is in need of some renovations and updates. The theaters are intimate with wide seating but theyre not up-to-date and very worn. The seats also squeak badly when anyone moves. Concessions are okay but could be better.
Looks small on the outside but really has 5 theatres. The people are nice but just remember your masks and photo IDs when going.
Screen sizes vary from a good main screen to a small screen, but all seem in line with what brings the people.A solid collection of indie and classic films get played. You will never find the latest blockbuster, but IFC has carved out a niche that is hard to replicate. First and sometimes only theater to get some movies, its worth checking out.
Awesome films and very comfortable seating. Has small theaters, which is nice, and plays well to independent films.
This is probably my favorite place in New York City to see a movie. Seats are wide and comfortable. They show neat shorts before the movies. The crowd here is well behaved (though I cant speak to the midnight showings). Restrooms in the basement are generally cleaner than at the chain theaters. Concessions include real butter for popcorn and they have Old Bay seasoning on offer. Also check out their movie directors as metal band logos t-shirts.
The IFC center is the best indie theatre in Manhattan (and Id choose it for even big box films if it was an option). The best part is the staff, who are just as excited about movies as you are. Plus the popcorn is super tasty!
Best theatre if you want to see weird or interesting independent movies. Sound quality is very good, theyre always playing a range of very obscure to mainstream movies. Premeires are exiting here because it feels small and fun.
This is a great theater for seeing independent films. Sometimes, people who worked on the films (directors, actors, etc) will attend the screening and will do a Q&A afterwards. That is a delightful and unique experience. I would go again!
If youre looking for a place to see and find new Indie movies, this is it. There are some indie movies that will only run here. The place does have multiple screens but it has an old school theatre feel. Thus, if you always go to AMC and Regal, you might be a bit underwhelmed. The screens and halls are not as big as theatre chains. The seating is always open, rather than reserved.
Watched the world premier of a fantastic documentary called 14 Peaks - Nothing is impossible last night. Incredible experience!
If you are into nostalgic decor and such this placs is for you. The seats are small and if you have a knee or leg problem do an aisle seat. Audience tends to be civil because a teen is used to a bigger screen/theater experience. Overall its okay, dont know if I will be back.
For a theater especially marketed toward movie connoisseurs, it contains a lot of people who come in late, talking; and who are on their phones, texting. I went to see Parasite recently (excellent - recommended) and was shocked and disappointed to discover so many terrible movie-goers at this renowned icon of cinema. Perhaps they were all students fulfilling some cinema-ED credit, but whomever it is, they ruin a fun night at the movies for everyone.
A wonderful multiplex theater that shows some of the best art films in NYC. One of the few remaining one, so vital. My only complaint would be that one of the theaters is so tiny it feels like a home screening room. I would like to know that a film is screening there before arriving.
Generally a nice indie theater with a nice staff. Clean bathrooms, good snack selection, relatively comfy seats. My only complaint would be the small room and screen in theater number 5. All the other theaters seem to be more normal sized.
I liked the size of the theater we were in. It wasnt too large. They play aLot of indie movies but when I went, it was during the studio Ghibli special they were having . And it was great!If you have some extra cash and a specific movie to watch, I recommend.
This theater is so cute. They have great indie movies and its very clean. Sadly because its a small theater the line for the popcorn can get very long and they dont have much of a selection for snacks. Also the service is good but there arent a lot of employees.
Formerly know as the Waverly theater. Its a nice clean theater which has some small intimate theaters. They show first run shows as well as oldies but goodies like Yellow Submarine along with truly art house movies which arent shown anywhere else. If its obscure and foreign then the IFC Center is its home.
This place is a bit of a public nuisance since it doesnt have enough interior space for patrons to queue indoors, so everyone piles up outside on the sidewalk. The proprietors will bark at the line to have their phones ready for scanning, and they have some merch inside that leads me to believe someone in marketing has a thing for space alien-turned-actress Tilda Swinton.Decent place to see a movie, at least. Refreshments are notably cheaper than some NYC theaters and they do refills on some sizes of soft drinks free of charge.
Upon arriving at the ticket window to pick up our tickets, my girlfriend and I were outright ignored while the seller chatted idly with another individual in the booth. When she finally decided to notice us, the seller barely even looked up, continued talking, and slid us our tickets. I thought nothing of; its a boring job and nothing to be enthusiastic about, but, when we walked in the front doors, the ticket man (whatever that job is called) had the exact same look of tortured malice. I wasnt sure if he was on the verge of suicide or homicide. After standing in the queue for a few moments, my girlfriend decided to get some popcorn while I went outside to smoke a cigarette. I told the doorman that I was smoking and would be back in a few moments, but when I returned he demanded my ticket receipt and acted as though he had never seen me, despite the fact that maybe two people had entered the building while I was gone. All right, I think, these people certainly hate their jobs; Im uncomfortable, but I cant blame them, can I? My girlfriend is back in line with the popcorn, and Im bewildered by the exorbitant price for such a measly bag of bland fluff. Luckily we brought our own snacks. Were ushered into the theater, and again I am bewildered. The screen and theater are as measly as the bag of popcorn: no more than six rows of seats, and a screen smaller than you could get on a $50 projector! All in all no one should be spending the ridiculous price of movie tickets these days on such a poor experience.
A movie theater so interesting I actually chose to subscribe to their mailing list. They just always have the most interesting movies, whether its old classics, weird animes, or weird old anime classics. The theaters are pretty small, but that just adds to the intimate feeling. I cant imagine anyone who wouldnt find something they love, especially if you check far enough ahead online.
Definitely should go here films. Nice variety of snacks and merchandise. I recommend going to the Oscar Nominated Short Films which is going on today for a couple more days. My only complaint was that it was cold in the theater on a cold day outside. But great place overall!
Great selection of indie films of all genres. Their retrospectives are top-notch and cultivated with an obvious love for and deep understanding of the art of cinema. The place is a little run down though and would benefit immensely from a makeover.
If you want to watch something new and unique, this is the place to go. The place is small yet comfy, youll feel like youre in your own home theater. But what I love most are the films they feature here, and the popcorn.
I came here for the annual holiday showing of Its a Wonderful Life, firstly seeing that film on the big screen was amazing and made me so happy. Second, they were great with keeping things organized since there were a lot of people and the theater is very nice, the mirrors on the way to the bathroom were so cool.
Paid to see Roma in this theater instead of waiting to see it on TV. Unfortunately the film was in Dolby Surround 7.1 and screened in a theater was set up for 5.1 (Theater 4). This meant that no one in the audience could hear a single line of dialog uttered by any off-screen character for the entire film. Odd choice on the part of IFC. Waste of money on my part. Issue was addressed by the projectionist with a sorry were looking into it. First time this has ever happened in a theater in my entire life. Otherwise, the popcorn was good and the seats were comfortable.
Clearly a historic spot, or so it seems, but the place is largely personality-less on the customer side of things. Concessions are an afterthought, employees are a little robotic. Programming is great though, and the patrons behave well inside the theater.
This is a great place to catch the latest indie releases. The staff is very friendly, they have a bunch of interesting concession snacks and the theaters all retain a cozy atmosphere. Ive seen a lot of powerful movies here, like My Perestroika and am always excited to go back to see another one
Very cozy cinema with perfect movies.
This theater is older and smaller, but the repertoire of films shown here is great. Its important for movie goers to be able to see a small independent film and this place has it. Bathrooms are clean and the theater was not crowded at all, always a plus.
The screens could have been larger in the smaller rooms, and the seating layout in the main auditorium (the big one) is far from perfect, but overall its a good place to see movies you wont normally find at most other theaters.
Great indie theater with excellent programming. Also have fantastic t-shirt line with infamous directors names written in script mimicking heavy metal bands. Just learned that the theater is proposing to expand with more screens, which is very exciting news.
I saw Boyhood here. It was one of two movie theaters in NYC screening the movie, just to give you an idea on this venues exclusivity. There is a certain vintage charm to the IFC Center. The number of directors who have opened their independent features here is mind-boggling. A fantastic venue full of culture and history and impact.
Second visit to this movie theater. Located in the old Waverly Theater on Sixth Avenue in the Village, it now offers a variety of independent films in each of its several intimately small theaters. Recent showings include The Outlaw King, The Border, and a special weekend re-release of the National Theater Lives Frankenstein. Clean, well-maintained restrooms are available. With several cafes and restaurants in the area, the theater can be a good part of a weekend getaway or casual night out for couples, friends, or visitors from out of town.
Comfortable seating, good sound & screen. Bit on the small size, but thats the way it is now. I dont understand why some films are only shown in the morning? Dont people work or have lives? Maybe its geared for a retirement community.
Certainly one of the top movie theaters in the five boroughs. Excellent curation of independent and foreign films, with intriguing series, limited runs and special screenings. Also a strong weekend repertoire presence and good late-night fare. Become a member for discounts on admission, concessions and merchandise.
The ticket patron was very unprofessional. Needed help as a senior with asking about the Showtime. The two young girls were very rude n refused to help. Later after leaving the theater. I noticed that they help someone else. Felt like I experienced discrimination at this place. I have no interest to return but some Attorney should be noticed for the discrimination. Afterwards while I spoke to the Manager. This young girl abandon her post to instigate. Its quite possible that the Manager has no status over her. And in all probability she may be able to get away with unprofessional behavior that should not be allowed. As a senior n a Military Veteran n a Retiree from Homeland Security. Its nothing new to see people, places and things that have no Respect For American Values.
Good theater for obscure movies. Seats and screens should be upgraded but the old mix matched seating thats been stitched together with different fabrics and cloths over the years lend to the places aesthetic. Love going to their ghibli screenings
IFC screens some of the best art house / independent films in New York. Even if youre not sure about a film and feel like experimenting, you can trust that someone else has made a wise choice if it is being shown here. The image and sound quality is quite good, although the seats are starting to show their history. Snacks and drinks are available, fairly priced. The small lobby crossed with very popular films can sometimes cause a queue to form outside on the streets of New York. So make sure you are dressed for the climate. It is a minor hassle, but hey - its New York. Who needs a mall connected to a multiplex to have fun?
IFC is one of the best places to see a movie. Comfy seats and wide. They show foreign films and the location is right in the heart of the village. My first time there was to see RockyHorrorPictureShow and its still going strong.Their decor is chic and the bathrooms are clean with HOT water!! I love that they have a water cooler and cups for a little drink. Nice attentive staff throughout the theater. They arent multiplex.
What I like most about IFC center is that I get to see interesting that are off the beaten path but still relevant and usually, very interesting. Its mostly new releases but theres some classics once in a while. The location, of course, is very convenient. Particularly with the many bars and restaurants nearby to enhance the cinema experience.
I dont recommend using their online ticketing. I didnt receive my tickets and they will only refund me if I show up at the theater to exchange or get a refund. All the manager needed to do was send a fax to my bank and he wouldnt do it. Plus some of the theaters there are VERY small, like being in a living room with a big TV.
This is one of the best Independent film theater in the city. They show everything from short films to foreign films. Theyve got great retrospectives and filmmaker Q&As. Go to their website to checkout whats on their calendar. Its best to see what theyve got going on in advance.
Amazing sound system and movie projection that brought us there to watch ROMA. The movie was a surprising and refreshing story worth watching for its heartfelt drama and unbiased cinematic beauty. The individual theaters are small but cozy. Easily accessible by car or nearby subway lines 1, 2, 3, A, B, C, D, E, F, M, R and W lines and local MTA bus lines.
Movie theaters like IFC Center are part of the fabric that makes New York City so great. Youll find independent films and festival darlings here. All those movies that your suburban counterparts have to wait for or rent digitally nowadays, you have at your fingertips.The theaters are small but comfortable enough. Get some food to snack on at the concession stand near the entrance.
Great service, the sound system and theater size is comfortable and relaxing. It has a different and diverse selection of movies than the new and mainstream- foreign, indie, and documentaries.
Show films you wouldnt see any place else. Im a member....been going there for years.
Tiny little theatres for intimate screenings of awesome indie films. They show some crazy shorts before the films too which are definitely out there! Fun flicks that arent played at the bigger theatres.
We saw a wonderful movie at the IFC Center - Shoplifters by Hirokazu Kore-eda - but the movie house itself is in need of major renovation and revamping. It is quite seedy. Ill be happy to go to watch extra special movies there but it wont be a my first choice in New York for the alternative movie scene.
Apart from having to occasionally overhear conversations among some intolerable film snobs here, the IFC Center is about as good as it gets for independent film in New York (though I personally prefer the Angelika). They manage to screen upwards of a dozen different films a day, so youve got a lot of options on any given day of the week (even if you personally dont care for a lot of them). Plus, they manage to arrange q&as with some rather interest folks in film.Apparently an expansion and remodel are in the works, both of which will be greatly appreciated. Though I cannot imagine the city without IFC in the interim.
Ive been here twice this year to see some classic movies for the first time. The Shining and Alien. My first experience seeing The Shining was great. It was during a Stanley Kubrick festival so they had a lot of cool merchandise up front and played some interesting related shorts before the movie. My issue that time was a speaker kept popping and crackling. More recently I went to see a midnight screening of Alien and while they didnt have anything special along with the film, the crowd going was very into it and made it fun. The drawback here was an air conditioning vent on the wall right next to me was rattling the whole time taking me out of the experience and being annoying. So great environment showing awesome movies, average NYC prices, but some faulty maintenance issues.
Conveniently located EXACTLY next to the A, B, C, D , E, F, & M trains, the IFC is one of the few dwindling independent movie theaters left in the city. It offers food beyond the typical popcorn & Milk Duds movie snacks and has intimate screening rooms with clean, cozy, velvety plush cupholding seats. In fact, the seats might be just a little too comfortable. I fell asleep during the last 20 minutes of The Death of Stalin even though it was one of the best satire/comedies Ive seen in a long time. For a popular movie, I would recommend getting there early due to the limited seating accommodations. If the food offered doesnt appeal to you, Bagels on the Square is still located around the corner on Carmine Street. The apple cinnamon cream cheese spread on a toasted cinnamon raisin bagel, albeit a slightly smaller amount, still is amazing
This is a theater for true cinephiles. They staff is always friendly. See the films that the major theaters arent playing. Always clean. They even screen actual 35mm prints. Snacks are decent.
I love this place! Its convenient to my train line, it was remodeled before it opened years ago, they play all kinds of independent movies and documentaries, and have a great film program in general. Theres a million places to eat and drink nearby on Bleecker and McDougal Streets before or after your movie as well.
Aside from its charm and the fact that its a neighborhood staple, it couldnt hurt to upgrade some of the theaters. Some of the theaters are shoebox-sized with tiny screens, some have wonky chairs that are in perpetual recline, and you dont really know what youre going to end up with until you buy your ticket and enter.
They show excellent films but unlike the Film Forum you have to wait on line outside and on a bitterly cold winters night thats not fun. The bathrooms are dumps and the theaters dont have the best sight lines, BUT, its The IFC! 😕
I had a coughing jag while in the theater. I walked out to the lobby.. The manager heard me, offered help and calmed me down and suggested tea that would relax my throat. After some time passed, she gave me a complimentary pass to come back another time to revisit the movie. Her exceptional kindness is only one reason why I love the IFC Center. A second reason is because they go out of their way to select JEWELS to show to the public. Theirselection of independent films and documentaries is what makes New York so special.
Funky independent neighborhood theater. Great movie selection. Eclectic mix of concessions and items for the cineophile. Only two theaters but good rotation of times. Fun revivals as well.
Been going here for years. The place is as advertised, an great spot to see a movie that most likely wont feature superheros. Just be prepared to line up outside if youre going to see a popular movie.
Wow shouldve read the comments before booking!!!!!!! IFC Im F!@#ed Cinema. The only reason we came was to watch IP man 3. First and last well ever go. This place looks like a Gothic overnight sex place. claustrophobic Much? The theatre looked like it was home theatre size. What kind of sick in the head movies in the previews were these?!
Great theater to check out independent films. Sometimes they have Q&A sessions with the filmmakers after the screening. The theatre itself is OK, nothing fancy. The seats are standard.
I mean come on.. its IFC.. what else do I need to say? They are a landmark of downtown manhattan.. Ive watched some amazing films here from classics to cult to contemporary.The quality of film showcased here is often worth standing in like for 30 mins on occasions.
Atmosphere/layout*Three screening rooms*No assigned seats; cushioned seats/no recliningFood/drink*No alcohol*Baked goods from Ovenly (brownie is personal favorite), ice cream sandwiches, candy, popcornSeen here:*Color Out of Space*The Irishman
Comfortable seats, very small screens and dark theater. Restrooms are in a basement area. Fine if you like very old theaters and hard to find films.
Great place. Always love it. Now that sunshine theater is a memory its nearly the only place you can go for foreign films as they come out. We saw The Shoplifters (万引き家族)
IFC Center provides the best independent film going experience in all of NYC. They consistently showing masterful works that you wont have the opportunity to see anywhere else. IFC also screens classics and it is incredible to witness them how they were meant to be seen... on the big screen.
You want to see independent films that actually make you think a little bit about other facets of life, instead of the Hollywood fare, full of clichés or adrenaline action films?....Well then this is your place. Besides the movie the previews will also be of stuff youve never seen or heard before because mainstream media isnt going to cover it. (No real money in it)Hmm...Not mainstream, thinking involved, opening the mind...Count me IN!Google maps showed the walking distance as 10 blocks from the tattoo shop, but really its only 8 because of the weird geography and block numbering.The theatre is directly opposite the infamous basketball courts on West 3rd Street, or W3. So maybe before or even after the movie you can see a heated match of B-Ball because it seems to go all night long!
What a gem for the independent movie lover! My fiancé and I wandered upon it and saw Neruda yesterday. Great films and no damned commercials; how films were meant to be seen. Nice sound system too.
One of my favorite theaters in NYC. They play movies that you wont be able to find anywhere else and the staff is nice and the theater itself is great. One of the best places around for people who love film.
Nice preservation of the old Waverly cinema for independent film. Membership is a sweet deal for discounted tickets and access to special events, early access to others. Well-run operation with respectful staff.
$16 for matinee seats and no recliners. What is the world coming to? Getting to the downstairs bathroom was fun. Made me feel like I was in a horror movie about to do my murder scene.
Full of memories ... remember the musical, Hair, in the song about the Waverly theater? Well, here it is. This is a solid little independent theater that brings an interesting cinema and other events.
Wonderful selection of films. It does have that regrettable Manhattan thing of the tiny tiny theatres, but at least there are no handprints on the screen or blown out speakers.Decent stuff at the concession stand, bought the Jodorowsky shirt.
I used to like this movie theater a lot, because its simply a great art-house movie temple. But last time I went to watch a movie there, I got home with itchy bumps all over my exposed skin area. Read comments online saying IFC Center has a serious bedbug problem. I wont go there any time soon out of fear of bedbugs.
Indie & special features shown. Frequently partner for small film festivals or showcases of emerging/college filmmakers. Worth taking a random unplanned trip to so that you can be surprised by whats showing and see something new.
One of the few art theaters that actually has stadium seating, if not a great number of seats. But thats okay. Often featuring special events including opportunities to hear talks by filmmakers.
Went to see the screening for 14 Peaks at the IFC Center which we thoroughly enjoyed.
I have to agree with the reviewer Aaron on the customer service. I was a loyal patron of IFC Center for years up until yesterday. After the treatment I received I will never go back again.I just started a membership with Moviepass about 6 months ago, and was happy to see that IFC is a participating theater. Participating is the key word. It implies voluntary activity. You pay a monthly fee and then the app alllows you 1 movie per day, shows you participating theaters, and once youre within a short distance of a theater, allows you to reserve a credit towards a particular movie there. Any films that the theater chooses not to include in Moviepass are greyed-out and you cannot reserve those. I reserved a slot for a doc called The Witness. But when I got to the ticket window, the clerk told me she couldnt sell me one to that film with my Moviepass because it was part of a special series and was a higher price. I offered to pay the difference. Nope. The machine will not allow her to process a ticket in that way. I asked her why the movie was showing as available if its not. She doesnt know. But she then tells me that This happens all the time. That shouldve been my first clue that these folks dont really care about their customers. It happens all the time but they dont do anything to resolve it. They just put their customers out.Long story short (kinda) I grudglingly pay out of pocket for a ticket to The Witness. Because I really, really wanted to see this movie. Then I realize, why not use my Moviepass to purchase a seat for another movie, and just go see The Witness instead? If IFC isnt going to honor whats on their Moviepass, then Ill do it myself. I should point out here that I live in New Jersey, so I traveled into the city to see this movie.And thats where things get freaky. I give the guy my ticket, I hang out in the upstairs waiting room for a bit, and then as Im walking into the theater, the ticket taker stops me. I know I gave you a stub for Theater 3, he says. I tell him Im going in to see The Witness and he tells me hell have to get the manager. At this point Im just laughing to myself. These folks are really going to harass me for trying to see the movie I traveled into the city to see because THEIR Moviepass advertised it as available? The manager comes out and proceeds to tell me that IFC has NO CONTROL over the fact that theyre even on Moviepass. What? When I point out to her that thats impossible because other theaters are able to grey out the films they dont want to be available for purchase, she asks me in a very curt tone, Do you want to see another film, or not?Note to IFC: Heres what good customer service looks like. You mistakenly post a film on your Moviepass. A Moviepass customer reserves a slot for that film and tries to purchase a ticket. You realize that movie should NOT have been posted, but you get the customer a seat anyway, because its YOUR MISTAKE!Im very sorry to say that I will never patronize IFC again because of this incident. Its a shame because in spite of the small screens, they offer up films that you just cant find most places. Just goes to show ya - friendly service is the most important thing.Ill take my business to Film Forum instead.
Intimate, clean theatres. Subterranean bathrooms are cool and clean. Delicious snacks. Excellent selection of films. Convenient to transportation. See a movie here!
Its quite an intimate theatre that is more for the film connoisseur. If youre in the mood for cult classic movies or independent films that receive limited releases IFC is probably your best bet.
Came here to the see the M.I.A documentary. The theater itself is okay, really small! A room seats about 20-30 people. The food was definitely overpriced. I only came for M.I.A and I dont think Ill be going back.
This is an experience worth having. They have special guests come out and speak about their films (James Franco, anyone?), have GREAT screenings of indie films. Awesome venue.
Leading Indie and Art Film center. Always amazing. Reserve your ticket online. Frequently sold out as theaters are small. Across the street from W4 th. St Metro. Use South exit
This is a great place to go to for independent and foreign language films. I loved it when they hosted a Miyazaki Film Retrospective! Its also right next to a subway entrance and there are tons of good food spots nearby.
Love it. Very classy theater. Perfect environment, great customer service and the films are great productions that outstand from the norm and are well received by elite audiences.
Youre here for the content. The theater isnt brand new, but the staff is friendly, the popcorn tasty, and the bathrooms are clean. Easy to get to and worth patronizing.
Have the best selection of indie documentary and foreign movies plus comfortable seats. Admittedly, some rooms are very small but the venue is very easy to get to via subway.
The theaters are small but comfortable. If you wanna see a weird indi flick this is prolly where youll have to see it (or Angelika). They showed 20 minutes of previews which is fine and good except we were sorta on a schedule. Was surprised the theater was packed on a Sat nite for the sushi movie - didnt know it had a following. Heard the popcorn is good bc they use real butter but didnt try it so cant comment. The theater sat may 60 people and the front rows recline so far back that sitting in the very front couple rows is not a complete disaster / neck strain.
Always a great variety of movies, kind staff, and comfortable chairs! If there’s a movie I want to see and it’s playing here this is my first choice of the theaters I’ve been to in the city
I saw a late night art film which was strange to say the least - a good strange. The facilities were good and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The only downside of the cinema was that it was cold inside (the air conditioning was on full blast).
Not one of the larger multiplexes, IFC Center has unique offerings within a relatively small setting. I noticed a few people fidgeting about. The seats are not particularly large. The bathrooms are on the lower level and there can be quite a line for the Ladies Room when a film ends.
With all my love of IFC... I wish they asked simpler questions at the Q&A with filmmakers. After the recent premiere of Death of Stalin, I still had no idea why the filmmakers chose to make this specific film and what they thought of the Russian officials pulling the film from cinemas - the absolute basics that youd hope the interviewer would ask about.
Indie and international film hub for the city. They sometimes have writers or directors here giving presentations. They also have film festival specials where you can watch a few shorts at once. Very cool spot located near all the hotspots of the West Village. A must for movie buffs.
The circulation of the theater is a little bit messy. And the staffs are ok, not very friendly. The hall is fine, but expected more spacious since they charge more than regular theather.
Ive been to a lot of small theaters and this one was just weird. The popcorn was very plain and the vibe was just weird. Id only recommend this for the times when its the only place in the city playing a particular feature.
Features the best in independent film. Don’t miss their midnight movies. Become a member for $65 and save $5 on each visit, plus get four free popcorns!
Charming older theater. They play great movies that you wont find in regular modern chain theaters. They also frequently have the directors there for Q and As about their movies.
Even if youre not a film buff, this is a staple NYC experience thats worth doing at least once in your life. They only really feature independent and artsy movies, but theyll also do some fun special programming, like throwback screenings of old Christmas movies around the holidays and other stuff like that. Get your weird cinemaphile friend and go one night, followed by falafel around the corner at Mahmouns.
Very unique films. I really enjoyed the one I saw here relatively recently. The theaters are small and cozy. Act quickly - things can pass through here quickly!!
Dear Mr. Vanco:Dear Mr. Vanco, General Manager, IFC Center:I was very surprised last night when you informed myself and my fiance that there was no one above you we could talk to about your boorish behavior.You have apparently forgotten that you serve your customers, they do not serve you. In addition, you are asking officials to approve an expansion. So you do have someone you answer to.You have on several occasions indicated that you do not care about the common theater patron in the community. Your consistent arrogance in dealing with customer complaints has indicated that you are insensitive to the needs of the community.I am not alone in this observation. I will be working with other people who are complaining about you to fight against the expansion as long as you are part of the organization. I have written to my representatives who must approve the expansion to say that your presence is a slap in the face for the community of independent film goers.Despite your rather high self evaluation, you do have someone you areaccountable to. Your little reign of power where you glad hand with celebrities while demeaning the public is coming to an end.I will be working diligently against the expansion as long as you are part of the organization. So will others who share my experience.
Comfortable seats, good sightlines, reasonably priced concessions served in decently-sized portions. One of my favorite theaters.
My favorite movie theatre in NYC. if youre a foriegn and independent film buff, this is your place. Its in the heart of the Village. Surrounded by tattoo parlors and next to a busy Papaya Dog. Love it.
Movies you wont find in other theaters. I saw a documentary about jazz there. Much to my surprise the theater was completely full on a week night.
One of my favorite cinemas in the city. The screening rooms are a bit small but the film selection is great and they have the best popcorn in the city.
Indie films galore. If its indie, its here, and will be for some time. I went to see Jiro Dreams of Sushi, and it was great. The IFC Center exuded culture and history, and I cant wait to go back for another film.
If you want to see great independent films, this is the clear choice. The facilities are a little outdated, but they consistently bring the best new films in the world week after week and I love seeing shows here.
Although IFC has multiple screens, there is only one screen that is big enough to give you that movie experience, that is theatre #1. Each of the other screens get progressively smaller until you get to the last screen which is hardly bigger than your own large screen television at home.
Ive always loved this place. The movies they show are always thought provoking and unique! Besides, I love a good Studio Ghibli movie - fest!
Great movie theatre. Old school which I appreciate. Unique films are running there+a bunch of exclusive events with in-person meetings.
Yes, ther are still a few independent theaters around. The IFC Center is a small theater like they had when you grew up, before they started chopping the theater into pieces to put in multiple theaters, then the multipless came putting the smaller theaters and the independently owned theaters out of business. And they show independent stuff. Independent productions and documentarys that arent playing in all the other theaters or any of the other theaters. They also have events coinciding with films, such as a discussion with people involved in the production at the screening. It is worth looking at the listings because there always new/old/foreigh or other interesting things playing.
Great movies always . Not the commercial ones , but also artsy and independent
Price is on higher end for what it is, but I kinda like the small theater. It feels like Im watching a movie at home on a giant screen
BEST TO SEE ART FILMS ,FESTIVAL FILMS ETC.COOL AND HELPFUL STAFF.UNIQUE ICE CREAM TREATS AT THE CONCESSION STAND.THEY ALSO SELL COOL MOVIE THEMED TEE SHIRTS.I GO THERE OFTEN AND I WOULD TELL MY FRIENDS TO ATTEND ANIME MOVIES THERE WITH ME BECAUSE THEY REALLY DIG THOSE TYPE OF MOVIES.SO CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE WEST VILLAGE NEAR WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK.UP AND DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOMS SO,NEVER A LONG WAIT FOR ONE.GO THERE!
Great place for indie and documentaries. The down side is that the sceen is a little small but thats alright. Lots of great places to eat around here too.
I like this theater. Service is okay. Saw Its a wonderful life here which I thought was a great movie so its nice that the theater shows it every year at Christmas. Amenities were okay.
Great indie movie selection, and amazing popcorn. Some of the theaters are small so get there a bit early for good seats.
Slowly becoming my fave theather. Great indy vibe intimate comfortable seating healthy food options very friendly helpful staff not to mention an awesome selection of movies documentaries and shorts. Love this place
Quaint theater. I have been here a few times. Small screens with moderately comfortable seating. Always unique movies to watch as per IFC. Nice staff, well kept.
Absolutely hated the movie that I went to see there (completely unnecessarily pretentious bs) but thats not their fault! IFC is a great little indie theater
I saw Taxi Driver here with the boys several summers ago. Pretty great time, great movie, great location. I like movies and this place gets two thumbs up!
You come here for the great choice of indie films, not because its a great theatre. Not many snack options and a bit dingy. Multiple floors and right off a central subway location.
Went here to see Neruda. I like the feeling of a old movie theater and the fact that they only show independent movies. The only thing that cough me a little off guard is that it is more expensive that a regular movie theater. Which considering that are movie that are shown less, I guess they need to make money somehow.
Great because they get the stuff you dont get in your gigantic multiplex theaters. One star deduction because the theater I was in was so small even the last row is to close to the screen
Good selection of independent flicks. Eclectic crowd. You wont find most of the movies screened here at usual multi-plexes, so any random movie should be interesting.
Me and a few friends went to see the M.I.A documentary Sep 30 . We went early to get online. The person told us that we were a hr too early. So we went and stoped down the block. We came back at the time they said the documentary started to be told they had started it a half hour before. We missed half hr of the show because the online time and the movie theater time didnt match.
My go-to theatre to watch Oscar nominations
The old Waverly. Expanded, 5 screens. Wide variety of films including docs, avant-garde and classics. Easy access, A train to W. 4 stop. They care about movies.
Great movies and friendly staff!Gender neutral restrooms are available on the second floor.
Classic indie art house cinema conveniently located right above W4th E stop in west village. Also Moviepass works here :) If you need brain food after gorging on AMC junk head out here for some great cerebral movies
We came to see RomaWhen we alked in it smell badly due to luck of fresh air.The sits were below standard and the quality of the screen and the sound was horrible.Terrible expirience all together.
5 STARS FOR AN 11:30 A.M SHOWING OF THE IRISHMAN & ANOTHER 5 FOR ONE OF NYCs BEST PLACES TO SEE A MOVIE. I SAY THAT BECAUSE OF IFCs LONG HISTORY OF BRINGING SPECIAL FILMS TO NYers. EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT SCORSESES FILM, BUT ITS THE CONSISTENCY OF IFC BRINGING SMALLER FILMS TO NY FILM GOERS THAT MAKE IT A GO TO PLACE.WITH ITS 4 SCREENS IT OFFERS A VARIETY OF FILMS FROM ALL OVER THE GLOBE & FILM FESTVALS. MANY AWARD WINNING DOCUMENTARIES APPEAR 1ST @ IFC.THE WEST VILLAGE AREAS A MULTITUDE OF GREAT PLACES TO EAT. COMBINE ALL OF THE ABOVE & IFC DESRVES A 10.
Nothing special about the theater itself. They do show great movies and have wonderful events there. They also have some of the best coffee ever.
Great selection of independent films. Interesting selection of late-night movies including many classics (e.g. El Topo, Alien, A Clockwork Orange).
Cozy venue for film buffs. Exclusive independent films and Festivals here. There is something going on everynight at the iconic IFC theater. Conveniently located at W4th street in Manhattan.
Excellent theatre venue! Great film selections, and fine concessions. Highly recommended!
Good films, good staff and friemdly service. My only issue is how small the seats are for tall guys, should be ok if youre average sized.
Great movie theater in a great location with excellent selection of both new and classic films. They have good popcorn too.
I saw death of stalin in the large theater and it was a lot of fun. Be ready to expect sitting in a tiny theater depending on which movie is being shown in which viewing room.
Saw Out of Omaha world premier there. Located near several train stops. I came late and the doors were on either side of the screen, making it impossible to sneak in quietly
Cozy space for cool films. I enjoy going there :-)
Cute small theater with cozy seats and intimate movie screening rooms. I find it a perfect place to enjoy Indi and less known movies.
A good theater thats for once not disrespecting my intelligence with their selection of movies.Living near the place, I wished they had faster movie rotation, theres less than one movie a week that Id like to see.
Its a surprisingly tense environment for an independent theater. The staff was nice but it was a little too busy here. Not what I expected.
Much like Lincoln Plaza Cinemas uptown, some of the theaters border on feeling run down. But the films are consistently excellent and hard to find elsewhere, and they have great popcorn, so who cares?
Great theater. They play some of the best films, indie or mainstream. And some that you cant find at other theaters.
Documentary Shorts was excellent. Variety of significant subjects all well filmed.
I had a wonderful time back to the old Waverly. Stirred up old memories. Animated shorts were so touching and fun. Really enjoyed my time there.
Also good variety of snack selection from Sigmund pretzels to Torres chocolate.
Great little independent movie theater with a distinct style. Good popcorn. Street is a bit sketch if getting good out of a movie late
Great Art House. Point Blank.
The entire theatre had a very bad smell, ruined the movie for me. Usually has a good selection of indie films though.
I went to see the Kurt Cobain doc here with a friend. It’s a low key chill theatre and they have some really dope film options.
This place is a NYC gem! It is a good place to see those films from overseas without having to go too far to see them. I would go back again and again. Two thumbs up!
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for IFC Center 2023:
Review №1
2022-03-20Great to be back after two years of the pandemic - for a screening of “Writing With Fire,” an Oscar-nominated doc. The smell of popcorn hits you on the way in and you know you’re back! Big, comfortable theater. So glad we could be at the IFC Center again.
Review №2
2021-08-10Very clean and first rate theater. Right over numerous subway lines in the Village. Comfortable seats. Tickets online or same day at the Box Office.
Review №3
2022-05-06Sadly theyve lost their cool, the selection of newer movies is still pretty good but the programming of their repertory screenings, which used to be great, has tanked. The small size of most of their theaters coupled with the humorless posse that now rushes you at the door like theyre defending a fortress rather than welcoming you to a theater kills most of the experience.
Review №4
2022-05-05Ive been a patron of IFC for 5 years and they have done nothing but improve. The seats are much more comfortable now than when I first attended a showing and the coffee is great. There is a lot of passion for the cinema here from the employees and it is expected of the audience to respect the film. Theres a lot of great independent theatres in NYC to support, but I always come back to IFC.
Review №5
2022-04-21Saw a film here for the first time, the movie selection is good and the prices are affordable. my main complaint is the discomfort of the theater - this may not be the same experience for everybody, but myself and those i came with almost passed out from sitting through the movie, in the intense heat of the theater. and i later overheard others complaining about the same thing. we have no clue why the temperature was so high but it kind of ruined our time, as it was hard to ignore. the theater was also small and a bit congested
Review №6
2022-05-16I adore the IFC Centers selection of films the most. I can watch older films here like A Clockwork Orange and Eraserhead along with independent and foreign films that arent offered near me. The staff is also friendly and the venue overall is clean.
Review №7
2022-05-02I bought a ticket for a film today at the IFC, 5/1/2022. There are five cinemas in this theatre and I was assigned to Cinema Five. I paid movie ticket prices for this movie and what I got was a movie theatre that was hardly bigger than my living room and a movie screen that was hardly bigger than the one I have at home. Cinema One is the only cinema in the theatre that has big screen which would qualify it to be called a movie theatre. Cinemas 2, 3 and 4 have progressively smaller screens until you get to Cinema Five which is a hole in the wall. Cinema Five should only charge $5 dollars as opposed to the $15 dollars I paid for what I thought was a real movie theatre.
Review №8
2022-04-28Tight seats (manhattan) but theyre really cushy and comfortable and the selection here is just unreal :) sound and video is really high quality, they definitely care.this is the type of theater where people will shush other people if they are talking. dont go if you arent serious about watching flicks :) (i do wish they would add a soundproof mezzanine so me and my friends could act up but thats asking a lot, 5 stars)oh also the bathrooms are always really a trip (positive). dead silent with really interesting lighting. nice mirrors. ifc center understands aesthetics.
Review №9
2022-08-22Always eclectic selection of films. Not the best projection or sound but movies you cant see anywhere else. Fun crowd and movie buff scene.
Review №10
2022-05-11I had an issue with a ticket pack and IFC resolved it, which I really appreciate. Ive been going to IFC for nearly a decade now and love being able to see everything from retrospectives of auteurs films I may have not seen before or want to see again, to new films, such as Apichatpong Weerasethakuls mesmerizing Memoria. Keeping cinema alive!