Videodrome

This place is like a film museum but you can rent them. The staff are awesome curators too. I have loved (not just liked) every movie they have ever recommended to me. This is a first rate business. I wish I could give them more than five stars.

What a cool find! They have a giant selection of movies, and it takes me back to the days when renting a movie and staying in was an event. They have every movie you can imagine, and at a reasonable price.

I come here maybe every 3 months the past 1.5 years? My bf loves this place — so he probably knows more, but from my view — it’s awesome!
They literally have every movie I feel like. If I’m wrong, sorry! When I do come here, I look for certain DVDs. I’m not a huge movie buff, but if you are — GO! Worth a visit. My bf is a movie guy so he frequents here more than me.
The folks here are really nice and very helpful. I’ve never had a bad time here. It’s also walkable distance from some bars/​gas station and etc — so if it’s a literally a ‘pick up a movie after dinner/​drinking hours + get {more} beer from the gas station’ kind of night then yes, it will fit the bill. Date night material :)
I just wish it had better parking — but there’s street parking if you drive past it — be patient! So, eh, I can’t knock off stars for that.
I am also VERY happy Videodrome is still going well: D Always very glad to see I am able to somewhat relive my childhood times going to a shop like this.

One day it occurred to me that, somehow, I’d never seen the movie Feast of All Saints. When I found out it featured heavyweights like Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Forest Whitaker, Eartha Kitt and James Earl Jones… I just HAD to see it.
So I went to work trying to track down a copy at the local library. I wasn’t surprised that none of the branches had it; not only was the film 10+ years old but it was a made-​for-​TV movie too. Then I had a light bulb moment. Call Videodrome.
Long story short, they didn’t have it either. They offered to order it for me though. Then they called me a couple of days later to pick up the DVD. I was elated!
Renting from Videodrome may not be the most tech-​savvy option these days, but the level of customer service I experienced is not to be missed.

Oh, to be a dying breed in a digital world. Videodrome is holding strong.
Same musty smell, familiar process of renting videos (some of you kids may never experience such joys), and tons of international selection across all genres.
What I love about Videodrome is that it feels like a comic book shop filled with DVDs instead of magazines and books. The dudes that run the joint are film buffs and they carry some of the best films you simply cannot squeeze out of a DVD vending machine. Love their lengthy collection of Miyazaki films and large selection of Indie films. We checked out No Country For Old Men upon our recent visit.
Membership is simple — All you need is a credit card and ID. Just over $ 3 for a rental and you get it for 3 days. $ 1 every day it’s late.
Long live Videodrome. Don’t ever change.

This place is amazing. It’s like heaven for movie buffs. Expect to spend some time in here, though; there’s a lot to look at. The staff is super helpful if you need suggestions.

Oh, thank goodness thank goodness thank goodness. A video store. And it’s GOOD.

Best video store! I have somewhat of an addiction, I’m there waaay too often :).
I found some movies I would have never checked out before; independent, foreign, etc…
They have a GREAT selection. The staff is very nice and always has cool recommendations.

There is a very good reason why 99% of video rental places have gone out of business, but in the Age of Netflix, Videodrome has thrived. They are amazing. I’ll list the 3 biggest reasons why.
1. They have good taste. They organize their collections according to director, genre, country, etc. – everything from Japanese films, animé (yes, its own section), Wes Anderson, and even Asian Sex and Splatter if you’re into that. When I want to ask for recommendations on a really *good* film, or if I’m just asking their opinion on something that catches my eye, I enjoy talking with and listening to them about it. They are thoughtful, intelligent, and very well-​versed in the subject matter.
2. They are about as «neighborhoody» as it gets. The local area has really gotten crappy over the years as tasteless yuppies have gentrified and really spoiled just about everything (like Manuel’s across the street). Still, the Videodrome experience has stayed basically the same. Kudos.
3. They provide variety and surprise in an era where redundancy, re-​makes, and cliché have really become the absolute rule of law in film and television, Netflix included. I will truly miss them if I ever have to leave the city. They are a real gem and enrich the local culture as few establishments can.

RIDICULOUS Bookkeeping!!!
Just found a charge to my checking account for $ 20 from Videodrome. We haven’t been there in ages, so I called them to find out what is going on. Apparently they are charging us a late fee… from ELEVEN MONTHS AGO. When I asked if they always take this long to process things, they said «we do it whenever someone gets around to it». As we don’t go there very often (uh, hello, Netflix) I clearly remember paying this fee… but who saves a receipt from a video store for 11 months!!! I was told I could call back in two days and talk to the manager… who might or might not be there between noon and 3.
I think I’ll stick with Netflix from now on… at least I can trust them with my credit card info.

Thank the Lord there is still a movie store. Red box sucks and Netflix and I got into a fight. So when I want to watch a movie on my 20 something inch old school television, this is where I go. They have a really great selection and not just mainstream films. This is a current video-​rental store. Videodrome has DVDs and blu-​ray — no worries they’re not giving out VHS tapes, although that’d be fine for grandma ’cause yes, I still own a VHS player.
My only complaint is the location, which is great because it’s less than 2 miles from my house, but crossing north ave and highland is often tricky. Simple rule: look both ways.

I used to come here about once a week when I first moved to Midtown. Unfortunately, I eventually fell victim to Netflix and stopped coming as often (typically only when I needed something weird like a David Lynch film)
Then Scoutmob did an offer for a free rental and it’s not like you can turn that down. We ended up renting two movies that night and I soon remembered why I used to love this place.
These guys have EVERYTHING. Yeah, they have all the popular titles that came out last season that you were too lazy to see in the theater. But what’s really exciting is the huge collection of classics, foreign, and directors they carry. There has only been one movie that I’ve asked for that they didn’t have and they ended up getting it for me.
If you’re with a friend/​date for movie night, there’s something about actually driving to the store and browsing the racks that clicking a button on your TV just doesn’t compare to. Plus, the guys behind the counter can always give you a recommendation if you can’t decide on your own. Rarely do they ever disappoint.
Truth be told, I still have my Netflix account, but I’m back to my old habits of stopping in here at least one a week, if not more.

Videodrone is really the last of its kind. They have a diverse movie selection with foreign films, documentaries, independent movies, etc. I really like they that they have a section divided by directors.
The staff is friendly too. They accidentally gave me the wrong disc of a TV show. When I went back, they gave me the new CD and extended its due date.

Videodrome is a unique movie rental business that caters to fans of independent and foreign films. It’s easy to spot due to their large logo painting on the exterior brick wall. There’s also a small convenient parking lot in front of the establishment.
The selection inside is definitely not your typical blockbuster. All the videos are sectioned off by country, or director, or special genre. The people that work there are super knowledgeable of the most random of films and there’s usually an interesting film playing in the background. After picking a movie, grab the little paper tab in the front of movie cover and bring it up to the register. The employees will bring you the actual movie and charge you about 3 dollars something for a 3 day rental (I think, correct me if I’m wrong).
Great place to drop by if you’re looking for something different to watch for a stay-​in movie date!

This little corner video store is one of the last of its breed. Take a long look and even take a picture to help tell your story of what it was like to actually drive out and physically pick up a video when you wanted something to watch on a Friday night.
Upon entering, you’ll quickly notice that this store is reminiscent of every single rental place you’ve ever visited. The obscure video playing on the little 12in TV, the wall of new arrivals, and the bored employee behind the desk chit chatting with a customer… ahh, it was heaven! This little joint really does have its appeal, from the amazing categories to the great selection of rarities, it has it all. From the entrance, the rows to your left are categorized by their country of origin, which is a great way to narrow down your search even if you’re not searching for a particular film. This place helps you find a movie based on your mood!
If searching by country does not achieve your approval, check out the room to the right where it’s categorized by director! It’s a videophile’s dream! The most well respected directors have their own little section on the wall, which sent a great shiver down my spine when I first found it.
The room around the corner may be that one room that most old video stores have in the back, but not exactly for the reason you might have assumed. It does have some categories that will leave a thought running. Some categories such as «gore erotica» and your typical «slasher» section had me imagining various scenes, though kind of had me intrigued! It’s basically the section that your typical neighborhood HOA mother would love to ban. Kind of taboo really, and I believe I even saw «Cannibal Holocaust» sitting on the shelf when I was there, though my mind is foggy.
Checking out was quite easy and they didn’t even require me to fill out a long winded contract or form just to rent for a single night. They just needed one signature and we were good to go!
The one gripe I have about Videodrome is its lack of bluray discs, and I wished they had a bigger selection. I will revisit very soon when I feel the need to watch something indie, cult, quirky, or obscure!

I enjoy tangible experiences. I miss the card catalog, flipping for «crustacean» as a keyword but stopping at «Croatia» along the way. Fondling card stock was an intimate adventure, not instant digital gratification.
The same goes for movie rentals. Now that I’ve heavily used Netflix for more than 5 years, I miss traipsing into Blockbuster with my big sister and taking an hour to agree on a movie. Netflix’s instant queue sucks, and I haven’t felt like watching my snail mailed film (The Godfather) for the past month it’s been sitting on my couch arm. Like music, I’ll choose a movie based on my fleeting mood.
Videodrome seems to be one of the last movie rental stores standing. It is dusty and snobby and quirky and everything else a Poncey-​Highland shop should be. While scanning the French section for Ponette, a customer might discover Fat Girl, or a trip to the drama section might convince one to give To Gillian on Her 37^th Birthday a chance.
Yesterday I yearned for Coal Miner’s Daughter, and Videodrome held it for me. If you don’t want to go to Fist City, don’t close Videodrome down.

A very cool video rental store that stocks most mainstream new releases, but what sets this place apart are all the different titles they carry. Some examples include a lot of critically acclaimed independent films and Oscar-​nominated foreign language films. They also have sections devoted to certain countries, including Hong Kong, Korea, Norway, and Poland. They carry a lot of Asian horror and 1960s Japanese biker girl gang movies. Very unique.
A small card is inserted into a plastic holder pasted the cover of each DVD. In order to rent a movie, just remove its card and take it to the front desk and they’ll give you the disc — just like checking out a book from the library in the old days (I’m not sure how you check out a book at the library these days since I haven’t been in years). Rentals are $ 3.78 for the first three nights and $ 1 for each night thereafter. Employees are friendly and knowledgeable.

I am seriously impressed by Videodrome’s selection. Aside from a handful of mainstream hits, they have a wide selection of international films from all over, a shite-​load of indie movies, and really esoteric genres, like Japanese biker chick movies. I was really surprised by their Asian movie selections. WHAa?! How… I mean, …whaaa?! I have always gone to Asian video stores for my dose to Asian movies, but I was really amazed to find some of the movies for rent there. So, kudos, Videodrome for your acknowledgement/​recognition of films from everywhere. And thank you, for being our liason to such unique movies.

Videodrome makes me happy to be alive. When I owe them money for keeping Krull for three weeks, I want to tip them 20% of my fine.
My only qualm… Where the hell is the Macgyver box set?

Okay, who the hell else has «Day of the Beast» (from Spain)
available at your command? Answer is, Videodrome. Sure Netflix can get you what you want, but one day you might be feeling like watching one movie, then the next day not so much.
This is where Videodrome comes in. If you want a quick fix and you know Blockbuster is not carrying it, this is the place to go.
They have a great selection of films– from your standard blockbusters, to foreign hits, to indie films, etc.
I will give you a warning that might only apply to me… I am terrible about returning movies. In fact, I am notorious around the ATL, with many stores, for taking DVD’s back a year later. This store will call you at home, your celly, and your job to get their DVD back. And rightfully so.
So rent responsibly. Don’t be a jerk like me and return them a few months late.