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This vintage theater, which has been a silent-movie house for more than 60 years, is an architectural remnant of the Art Deco theatres that used to dominate Los Angeles.
Built in 1942 by John and Dorothy Hampton, the Silent Movie Theatre is widely recognized as one of the reasons early silent films are still in existence today. After a murder took place inside the theater ... more
Built in 1942 by John and Dorothy Hampton, the Silent Movie Theatre is widely recognized as one of the reasons early silent films are still in existence today. After a murder took place inside the theater ... more
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The historic property has experienced a revival, playing host to weekly events including concerts and performance art. Folks can also rent the space for private events.Call ahead or check online for information at www.silentmovietheatre.com.
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In Short Rumors of blood on the lobby carpet and ghosts in the projection room have titillated Angelenos for years. Silent-film fans John and Dorothy Hampton opened this movie house with Cecile B. DeMille's "The King of Kings" in 1941 just as Nora Desmond's close-up was fading to black. But it was the headline-grabbing murder of their slick-talking protege, Laurence Austin, by a hired gun ...
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Great atmosphere, comfy couches, amazing programming and popcorn. An obscure film buff's paradise. Audience participation is encouraged as watching a film should be a shared experience. Most nights are like events with authors, directors or participants of the films available for discussion, forums, Q&A after the show.
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+ Obscure inventive programming
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- The sound system needs some ... more
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+ Obscure inventive programming
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- The sound system needs some ... more
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Going to the silent movie theatre was one of the funnest things I've done in the few years I've lived here. Why rent a silent film on video when you can watch it on the big screen with live music accompanying the film? Awesome experience, having a pianist/organist playing along with the films was amazing, the old trailers and cartoons that were shown prior to the film were great, as was the live song ...
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This is such a neat place to go. The theater is located on Fairfax, and is available for private parties. They have a patio in back for catered events. They have public showings, call for information. They also have a live accompanist to play the soundtrack along with the movie.
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Los Angeles is definitely a city that takes film and its history very seriously, which probably explains the existence of the Silent Movie Theatre. This place does exactly what its name implies--shows silent movies (including Chaplin movies and other famous films) for modern-day audiences. Admission prices are quite reasonable, and the films themselves are often surprisingly engaging.
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