Landmark Midtown Art Cinema

This has always been my favourite place to come for any movies, new releases… indie films… older classics, etc. There’s just something about it that is so endearing. The staff are always courteous but ready to laugh and cut up with you. Its always clean and well taken care of. This is my local theater that I’ll always support!

Not many arthouse theaters in Atlanta besides the Plaza, UA Tara and La Font Plaza, but this one is still my favorite. Very 90’s feel with somewhat updated amenities. I’ve seen plenty of movies here, but my absolute favorite experience was the day I saw love and mercy. Such a moving film. I absolutely love Brian Wilson and lmac was the perfect venue to watch this film in. Thanks guys.

Ok, I was looking at another review I just posted and realized that I’d panned Landmark when I first moved to town due to a pretty bad experience. I did have a chance to talk to the management and they definitely did «make it right».
Since that time, I’ve been back many times, too many to count, and I love the place. I love and support indie films and I think Landmark does too. Its a little more musty and dusty than some of the big chains, but I’ll gladly forgo neon and getting frisked. I also like to have a beer with my movie, and Landmark is one of the few that still serves alcohol which you can take into the theater instead of sitting in a bar or going to a «special» read «exorbitantly expensive» special screening room.
I think my initial bad experience was due to a bad customer rather than bad customer service or a bad theater. It would be nice though, if they had a rewards program like some of the larger chains. Also, I went to a film during the LGBT film fest with my 9 year old son (not part of the festival) around Halloween. I wasn’t paying good attention and my son picked up a «goodie bag» which was full of condoms because he thought it was a Halloween treat. It was a teaching moment and just part of living in Midtown Atlanta, but Heads Up parents! We were home before he realized, so we gave them to my other teenage son. Also a teaching moment, in a different way.
Always good to stop in at Apres Diem pre and post show, too. They have some specials with the theater, so be sure to check it out.

I absolutely love this place. I wached a movie by Tom Hanks on a Friday evening with my gf. The usher greeted the audience in four languages including English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese at befote the movie. Another big plus is a variety of restaurants and bars located in the same plaza such as Ah-​Ma, a cute Taiwanese restaurant.

I just enjoyed yet another movie at Landmark last night (free screening of Jake Gyllenhaal and Naomi Watt’s DEMOLITION) and I wondered how come I’ve never written a review for this place! I’ve been visiting Landmark now for ages. It’s a great place to visit if you love independent, limited release and documentary films. But be prepared, it’s an older theater so don’t come expecting the flashy stuff we’ve all come to expect in a movie theater these days – reclinable seats, drink machines allowing you to create your own cocktail of highly caloric sugary death, or 50,000 menu items ranging from pizza to shrimp. No, you won’t find that at Landmark and honestly, I think that is precisely its charm!
However, Landmark also has perks that those other places do not such as wine and beer, alcohol, Popcornopolis popcorn, and premium coffee! Woo-​hoo!
They have some of the friendliest workers too. Last night I met an employee in the bathroom and she was just as sweet as they come. I ran into her again as we were leaving the movie and she stood at the door and thanked each of us for coming with all the sincerity in the world. I venture to say that this is another thing you probably won’t find at the major theaters.
Landmark is located in Midtown in the same complex lot as Trader Joe’s and a whole gaggle of other places, therefore, the parking lot can sometimes be a pain to park, but I’ve never not found a space even if I had to drive around a while. They have several bars and eateries right next to the theater for an easy dinner and a movie night where you only have to park once. Check this place out!

I have been coming here since High School. Back then, in the early 2000s, it was the only place you could find indie films and other oddities. Over the years, they have increased their levels of accessibility by adding like little seen films like Age of Ultron and Rogue Nation.
Little has changed about MAC. The ticket price is still low, and the theater’s dugs reflect it. But, does it really matter? No, not really. Big plus — they have an expanded bar option. The staff is always friendly and helpful, and surprisingly has a pretty low turnover so I know them and they know me. But the best part of all? PEOPLE DON’T TURN ON THEIR CELL PHONES DURING MOVIES!
I am an ardent husher when I see/​hear people talking in theaters or using their phones. Every time I go places like Atlantic Station or Parkway Point, I have to yell at someone. Believe me, I don’t want to – I enjoy a movie less when I’m focusing less on what’s going on in the movie than whether or that jerk in front of me did the reasonable thing and put his/​her cell phone away. (I’m under 30 for goodness sake. My wife and I went to see Spotlight at 11:15am on a Saturday and an old couple chatted the entire time! Spotlight! 11:15! The theater was about ¼ full and these people sat directly next to us and chatted!) — Just in case you got distracted, this all happened at Parkway Point, not MAC.
**grumble, grumble**
Anyways, MAC, has been my favorite hang zone for movies. They’ve been able to balance the art of showing both the movies you know you want to see (Age of Ultron) and the movies you’ll find out you want to see (The Revenant, anything in limited release, etc.) to make a profit.
This place takes me back to the glory days of movie theaters where nostalgia and Americana decided to make a baby.

You can find Miyazaki films here!!!
It mixes straight Hollywood and all kinds of good art house/​independent fare. For example, it was playing the Oscar-​nominated shorts this week. These throwback art houses need to hang in, because they keep the cineaste fires burning. I so appreciate the chance to see the latest subtitled/​thoughtful documentary and/​or wacky silly Wallace and Gromit or whatever otherwise hard to find thing here. And your superhero thing. Nice mix.
Like the giant posters of great moments in cinema.
The ambience is good, friendly, and comfortable. The chairs are plush and everything works, never technical woes or service woes here. Audience trends respectable, quiet, as in, not answering their phones or keeping their sobbing infants on full volume.
The location is good, several amiable dining choices nearby. A vast parking lot with feral cats lurking at the grassy edge. A Trader Joe’s, and an ice cream spot. You can make a whole fun evening here. Two ways to get in and out of the parking lot, quite helpful.

Having been to a handful of other movie theaters around town, my go-​to theater is definitely this one. Unlike other theaters, this one is a bit more low key and less crowded.
They show a diverse range of movies– from the big blockbusters to the little unknown indie. One of my favorite things about this place is the staff. Everyone is so nice and personable and go out of their to help you. Another plus is that they sell beer and wine.
Landmark is a bit behind on the times in regards to more modern amenities like stadium seating and IMAX screens. However, if you’re just looking for a basic movie-​going experience without all the unnecessary bells and whistles, Landmark Midtown Art Cinema has you covered.

I was going to open with «there’s a little something for everyone at Landmark Midtown» but then I realized that’s not true.
The fact is that it’s an old theater lacking modern conveniences like stadium seating, IMAX screens, and cushy recliners to name a few. And that’s probably a turn off for some people. But I can look past that to appreciate its many other qualities:
LOCATION: It’s smack dab in the middle of Atlanta in the Midtown Promenade Center. That means you can do things like browse Richard’s Variety Store, shop at Trader Joes or hit Bruster’s for ice cream before or after the movie. Its proximity to local restaurants also makes it a convenient destination for dinner and a movie.
ON THE MARQUEE: They play a mix of big-​budget movies and limited engagements. The allure of the indies and documentaries is obvious since you can’t see them at other theaters. But consider seeing blockbusters here too. Why? Because (generally speaking) the people who come to Landmark are actually into watching movies. That means they aren’t likely to be distracting everyone around them by talking through the movie or texting away the entire time.
CONCESSIONS: I love their selection of movie candy (pictured) and they have Toblerone! The caramel popcorn is a close second and they also have treats like pretzels, cheese sticks and chicken tenders.
QUALITY OF FILMS: Top quality films play on every screen. Today’s lineup features films that are either Academy Award nominees, Rotten Tomatoes Certified Fresh or both: Star Wars, The Revenant, The Big Short, Joy, Brooklyn, The Danish Girl, Anomalisa and Mustang. If it’s playing at Landmark then odds are it’ll be good.
FILMMAKER LETTERS: Their website features letters from directors, producers and screenwriters. (
) that give backstory of characters, reveal themes and share insights about their approach to making the film. I like reading them before the movie.
In the past few months I’ve been here to see Meet the Patels and The Big Short and I look forward to catching other Academy Award nominees before the big night.
Landmark Cinema is a frills-​free zone but I’m definitely a fan.

This is the best place to catch an independent film in Atlanta! They always have smaller movies playing that you might not catch at an AMC or Regal. The last few months they have been doing a cool film series where they play a classic movie and have a discussion with a film professor.

Overall the theatre is ok but it’s just not for me.
Location: It’s on the first floor of strip mall so I’ve never had a hard time finding parking in the area.
Restrooms: They appear to be clean but smell like they could use a good mopping with a bleach water.
Concessions: To be a small theatre I didn’t expect the prices to be as high. A bag of gummy bears, caramel popcorn and a large bottle was $ 17.75. They do have a nice selection. I seen pretzels, popcorn, White Castle burgers, beer, wine and some more items.
Staff: The few staff members I encountered all seem very pleasant. Maybe they were just excited to see more faces. It was pretty empty when I got there.
Theatre: This is where I was disappointed. To me it seems like they tried to fit too many seats inside one theatre. The cup holders are on the back of the seats and the aisle is extremely narrow. Either way you will be bumping the person sitting down or knocking over their drinks as you try to exit the row. The cup holders almost seem like an after thought. I feel bad for someone trying to get out of the row while the movie is playing. I don’t even want to get back up again because I know I will be on top of everyone trying to get out. The people in my row don’t seem willing to stand or ft out the row for you even when I said excuse me.
FYI every time I have been here the ticket window outside is never in use. Go inside to the concession stand to buy your ticket.

Finding parking here on a Saturday night can be a big challenge as they share the parking lot with a few other restaurants. Fiancée let me out at the door and searched for parking while I bought the tickets. No line, walked right up to purchase tickets. It was 6:55 and I asked for the next showing of the movie trainwreck (btw, it was quite hilarious). The next showing was at 7. Fiancée and I took the tickets to the person inside the door who looked at them then told us theater 6. We walked into theater 6, we were shocked that the movie had already started… we found our seats in pitch black, watched the movie for about 5 minutes, until fiancée leaned over and asked if we possibly got the wrong theater. We got up and left and realized that the theater they sent us to was for a movie that was starting at 8… not the one that started at 7 as we had asked. We found the correct theater, sat down while the previews were still playing (much better than in pitch black, mid-​movie).
Theater was quite large, but it was well kept. Employees were friendly, though maybe get the ticket girl to know what movies are playing and what time they are playing at…

I love this theater– it’s small but in a cute spot with restaurants nearby. It has decent parking and the movies are current. I went with my brothers but if I think this theater is perfect for those solo movie afternoons. Also, they have cool events there (or at least the sign on the wall says they do)

If there is an independent film you have been dying to see, you may have to see it here. If it is available somewhere else, go see it there. This is a nice local theater that shows limited run movies, which is awesome, but it is old and dingy, without the bells and whistles of modern theaters.
Before Atlantic Station, there was not great intown options for theaters. Today, I saw Dope — an incredible film — at Landmark Midtown Art Cinema — and enjoyed my experience. But I would not come just for the Theater.
For me, being off the Beltline is awesome. I rode my bike and parked it at Apres Diem. That said, many other times I have struggled to get a parking space close. (There’s plenty of parking a short walk away.) There’s great dining close. When you walk in, after picking up your ticket, you’ll immediately notice how dark the inside of the theater is. (Not where you’ll see the movie, like the concession stand is cavernous.) The offerings, nachos in my case, are priced as you would expect but the entire place feels dated and tired. You’ll head to a small theater — significant plus — to see the movie. In mine, the screen had a visible tear on it that you could see whenever a very light scene appeared. Maybe 2 inches and I did not notice it during the movie, but it bothered me during the previews.
However, during the movie, I was so engrossed I forgot all about it and the offerings in Midtown were awesome. Location can be everything.
So if there’s a movie you want to see, see it. The selection is great. But don’t go just for its own merits.

I love the fact that this theatre supports indie films so heavily! I saw the première of Yodie here last night. The staff was awesome! They even had a red carpet set for the cast & crew. I will most def consider them for future projects.

Me and Kelly came to Landmark to see Entourage last Saturday night (lame as hell I know). I have been to this theater many many times in various states of mind. It used to be a tradition to sit at the Highlander and get wasted and then to go see a movie and continue drinking at the theater… Thankfully those days are over (too many missed scenes having to pee).
This theater is old school. The seating isn’t stadium and the seats are uncomfortable. You can buy and drink booze in here, which is a major bonus. The crowds are usually about as eclectic as it gets. The location is fantastic and the staff is really friendly.
The pros definitely outweigh the cons here and this will not be my last visit, but this certainly isn’t my first choice when taking the time to have a movie going experience.
That’s my word and I’m sticking to it.

I love this theatre, it’s smaller, friendlier and best of all no obnoxious rude adults or teenagers that you just want to kick in the nose.
They show lots of foreign films and newly featured releases. This cinema always make me feel as if I’ve traveled to another place and time it just has a good vibe. If you’re in Atlanta and want a quiet peaceful getaway come here. Did I mention they have beer and wine at the concession stand.
Oh and ladies if you get cold bring a sweater AC is always on high.
Fresh brewed coffee is good as well!

I really like going to Midtown Art for the selection of indie/​foreign movies that they play. It isn’t shiny or new like some of the other theaters, but that’s why I like it. I try to avoid going there at «peak times» (i.e. weekend evenings), as the parking lot gets a bit crowded. Otherwise, I find that it’s pretty easy to get seats 5 minutes before a show.
There was only one time I came back disappointed because there was a discrepancy between movie times from a search engine and the ones at the theater — the theater was hosting an event instead.

Midtown Art is your friendly, slightly retro (in an endearing way) neighborhood movie theater in Midtown. It doesn’t have the plush reclining leather seats that Phipps does, or the beer pedestals* that CineBistro does. But it’s charming in its own nonchalant way.
Midtown Art has a nice selection of craft beers (I enjoyed an Allagash White there last night) and yuppie snacks (like vegan cookies and veggie egg rolls). Or if that’s not your style, you can pop over to Trader Joe’s and pick up some snackies before the show. It’s also centrally located and there’s plenty of free parking.
I’ve come here a bunch of times for community film screenings or advance showings of new movies. It seems like the «do-​gooder» movie theater of Atlanta. Thumbs up!
*See my review of CineBistro:

If you’re tired of being in stupid movie crowds, then this is the place for you. No crying kids brought by their parents to inappropriate movies, stupid commentators, or people on their phones. People even spread out to make sure they’re not blocking anyone’s view.
I love that they play a combination of indie, foreign, and blockbuster films. After the movies, you have a variety of restaurants as its neighbors for food right in the same complex. Perfect for dinner and a movie, without being stuck with typical chain restaurants as your only walking distance option.
They also serve beer and wine, which is amazing. Neat selection in beers. Popcorn seasoning is free as well!
Lastly, they’re located close to the Atlanta Beltine, so you can always bike/​walk down. I’ve walked there from Poncey/​Highland area by Manuel’s, and it’s a piece of cake — especially in late summer/​early fall.