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Guild Cinema
3405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, United States
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De
Review №1

Keif Henley, who is always on hand to answer any movie related question, is the nicest guy you will ever meet. We all need to support the Guild during the coronavirus pandemic by purchasing the shows online to watch at home.

Sh
Review №2

Everyone that works here is so friendly and the place was packed! Great first time.

H
Review №3

Love The Guild! They show the best movies. Ive seen movies here that I could only dream of watching on the big screen. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to watch these weird, crazy movies on the big screen.

Au
Review №4

This is a hip spot. Ive never been disappointed with what Ive watched here. Limited releases keep me up-to-date on issues I wouldnt normally keep track of. The guys that run the place are super friendly and always up to chat. Its a real gem.

Pa
Review №5

I love this cinema. Fair pricing, they show amazing films. I was lucky enough to watch becoming nobody. Which I was so thankful they were showing in Abq. I wasnt going to be able to make the screening in Santa Fe. This is a perfect place for date night.

Do
Review №6

Small quirky and fun. I do truly love this place. It does lack the technical advantages of other film houses. But if the same movie is placing at both, I still always choose the gold first.

Ja
Review №7

With a small venue the suspense or attention is really portrayed from the directors vision. Attendance is always perfect sizing put the small Ambiance of the room you were drawn in greatly to our films. The classical and unique showings available really Draw Me In to see more of what unique filmmaking Im bound to see. Cant wait for my future views

Je
Review №8

The Guild is a fantastic cinema for all your obscure, cult classic, foreign, animated, festival, and non-mainstream films. They have good popcorn, friendly staff and a great vibe. I hope the Guild is around forever!

Na
Review №9

A charming theater reminiscent of Movie going in its half-day! Darling space with good sound & that old timey feel. Highly recommend checking out a film at this spot! In Nob Hill.

Ro
Review №10

I love attending events in this theater. The owner is awesome and really supports the film community.

Na
Review №11

Love this place! Cozy, friendly, and always interesting. And there are tons of good restaurant options close by if you are doing dinner+movie.

Ra
Review №12

This is Albuquerques art house theater. They play great movies at great prices. The seats are comfortable and the popcorn tasty. Youll see movies here that dont make it to the multiplex.

Jo
Review №13

Small, intimate cinema where you can count on seeing films shown nowhere else in Albuquerque. Documentaries, classics, drama, comedy, foreign language films, animation. Excellent web site and very reasonable admission prices. An Albuquerque institution. Excellent quality projection and sound.

L
Review №14

Awesome theater, unique selection of obscure films, great sound and visual output from screen, and a friendly eager to please staff. I highly recommend visiting the Guild Cinema.

Ca
Review №15

This place is amazing. Top tier films, great prices (student discount!), and fantastic people.

Ja
Review №16

One of my favorite theaters! They show amazing unique films.

So
Review №17

One of the coolest things about living in Albuquerque. Affordable and excellent film choices. Always a fun experience.

Da
Review №18

It is clean, quaint and affordable. The movies are unavailable any where else. The Owner is personable.

Ja
Review №19

Cozy, campy cinema that shows interesting documentaries and old films and anime. Dress warmly in winter-the theater can be drafty.

Di
Review №20

Great little local movie theater with movies you wont find anywhere else. You can tell a lot of love goes into this place well worth it.

Ji
Review №21

Quaint small theater. A piece of motion picture history when, neighborhoods had movie theaters.

Ri
Review №22

My daughters and I absolutely love this theater. We were here for Candy Corn. Amazing movie. Thanks for showing it.

Sc
Review №23

Absolutely adore this little theater. This is the most convenient spot to get a wide variety of foreign, art house, and older movies in the UNM area. Come support this entirely locally run operation!

Sa
Review №24

If you are looking for a weird, obscure, or just out of the ordinary movie go to The Guild. Itll have it for sure and itll be one of the best times of your life!

Jo
Review №25

Brings the best of film festivals and independent films to Albuquerque. Thank you Guild Cinema

Mi
Review №26

Awesome popcorn. Really cool theater!

Ce
Review №27

I adore the Guild Theater ! incredible films you wont see anywhere else, fabulous staff, and REAL butter for the popcorn. if youre not supporting this local gem, youre missing out!

St
Review №28

The Guild theater is good, and it is nice to have an art theater in the city. The tickets prices are fair, and the concession stand is much more affordable than most cinemas in town. That said, this is a very old cinema house, and it is a little bit on the small side, as is the screen.

Am
Review №29

Fantastic venue! Intimate, clean, great picture and sound- with brilliant, odd, clever and unique films.Edit: We rented the theater for a private screening- unbelievable! Love this venue!

Pe
Review №30

Had the BEST time watching everyone involved with the Rocky Horror Picture Show !!!!!

Re
Review №31

Films worth seeing, in the sweetest movie house ever.

Se
Review №32

Saw the International Fly Fishing Film Festival here. Small venue but very cool.

Fr
Review №33

Wonderful quirky little cinema with great popcorn, eclectic decor, and cool movies/film festivals.

Je
Review №34

A step back in time. Nice staff, excellent film.

De
Review №35

An Albuquerque gem!The Guild is one of those independent theaters that showcases both obscure and mainstream films. Lots of special events featuring guest appearances and discussions. Has Sat matinees for the kids, late nights for the adults and everything in between.I love the local feel...Kief seems to remember everyone by name, even when popping corn, taking tickets and running projection all at once.

Y
Review №36

I love this theater for indie and hard to find films.

An
Review №37

Been going here since I was in high school. Love this theater.

Br
Review №38

Fantastic movie s that you cant see anywhere else.

Ha
Review №39

You cant go wrong here for a wonderful evening. Art films (Although we saw the Rocky Horror anniversary Picture Show, which was AMAZING), reasonably priced snacks and drinks, a cozy atmosphere, great people... We will absolutely be back to see more. I love supporting local little theaters and this one is now dear to my heart as a new ABQ resident.

C.
Review №40

The best eclectic cinema I have experienced in my life.The occasional door prizes for their events, the festivals, and the wide variety of cinema available shows that there is something here for all lovers of film: mainstream to the independant.

Ha
Review №41

Amazing!!!! Loved this place!!! Loved the movie! Staff was incredible, didnt expect a full concession stand but pleasantly surprised to find an amazing variety of snacks and drink! Cant wait to go back!

Hi
Review №42

This place is cool. Its got a nostalgia feel of old school Cinema. People there are real friendly and can tell you anything you want know. Admission is cheap and concession too. Great place to check out a different movie or go friends who like stories.

M
Review №43

True passion saves us. The movie and community passion of The Guild has helped save our neighborhood. Grateful for these folks and their big passions. Thank you!

Fl
Review №44

Enjoy this little treasure... Folks show a variety of film genre.... Even a late night show

Ch
Review №45

Terrific contribution to this community. I wish they had 4 cinemas and were showing more indie and foreign movies. Please support them.

An
Review №46

Great venue older but shows some great movies and was very accommodating

Na
Review №47

Great movies that you cannot find at the mainstream theaters!

Hi
Review №48

Oooh I just love The Guild Cinema. Look at their Facebook page or just walk by to see the list of shows.

El
Review №49

So fantastic to have a cinema in town thats not beholden to corporate media and that shows great community and independent films.

Ju
Review №50

Ive never gone to a theater like this before the Guild, but I love it so much. Some of the films are a bit out of league, but I love the experience. Great popcorn and cool people. You should definitely check it out, if you havent already! Certainly one of the more unique places in Albuquerque.

Jo
Review №51

The manager is extremely friendly. Its a small theater but that doesnt detract from the experience. This is a great place to go see independent films.

Ri
Review №52

The Guild bring tons of content to town which might not otherwise find a venu, (co)hosting projects like Albuquerque Film Festival, Porntopia, Dan Savages Hump... as well as reprisals of favorites like Pink Floyd The Wall, Rocky Horror and more. Check their eclectic schedule often!

Ja
Review №53

Awsome place. Small friendly place..

Yv
Review №54

While other theaters have seats that shake and 3D to try to goad you into engagement, the Guilds choice of movies relies solely on incredible content and cinematography to transport you into a new experience. This is my go-to theater.

Ma
Review №55

Great little place with an eye for Cinema youll not see in most theaters. Good prices and a cozy atmosphere too.

Gr
Review №56

Absolutely irreplaceable Albuquerque home for all flavors of unconventional, classic, and otherwise under-the-radar cinema. A+ food and drink, welcoming and knowledgeable staff!

Dy
Review №57

Super cool vintage theater!

Ma
Review №58

Saw Rafiki. Theater was small but great.

Ca
Review №59

So nice to be able to see movies that dont seem to get to the big theaters. Fabulous movie selections and special screening events. The foreign films are great!

Su
Review №60

There is always a great movie coming up, love the local input before/after the show.

Sa
Review №61

Great little theatre and great customer service. Love it here.

T.
Review №62

This a nice, locally owned one room theatre. They show films you cant find anywhere else like documentaries and such. The theatre itself was a little dirty with popcorn on the floor but other than that it was a nice experience. Students get a discount, a ticket wont cost more than 8 dollars I think.

Ch
Review №63

We had our premier here. Beautifully fitted

Br
Review №64

Love this iconic theater! Popcorn is terrific too!

Da
Review №65

Very cute inside.

Ra
Review №66

Its very small but so nice and comfortable

Mr
Review №67

Used to go to Santa Fe for limited-distribution films, but now find those films here - at 1/3 the price. Nice little theater and people running it are delightful. Screen itself, though is rather small, about the same size as in one of the multiplexes, so dont expect, Cinerama!

Ke
Review №68

Great film curation

Sa
Review №69

Just saw the original Texas Chain Saw here. Pretty neat.

Ma
Review №70

The Guild is an arthouse theater, so is much more intimate and personal than the big chain theaters. You get to meet the owners and talk with them about the movies - for which they clearly have a love for, and intimate knowledge of. They host several film festivals every year including Way Out West, the LGBTQ film festival, which takes place in October. When I go to the movies, I want to sit back, relax and enjoy myself with some good snacks. And here you dont get ripped off - a large tub of popcorn with real butter costs $4! Drinks are equally inexpensive, as are other snacks like candy. And their normal movie offerings range from silly comedies to esoteric biopics, dramas and movies that wouldnt hold a blow up everything in sight moviegoers attention, but are fun, funny, dramatic, romantic and thought provoking with nary an explosion in sight. Prices for tickets are much more reasonable than big theaters too. If you love movies - this is definitely the place for you!

Ca
Review №71

Lovely. Amazing. The best independent and foreign art house cinema in the nation, as far as Im concerned. Keif Henley, the owner, will speak with you, in depth about almost any film, since the birth of the art, as will Don, Chris, Jeanette, and anyone working there. Along with guest directors, and Devons midnight movie choices, they bring the world to your feet. Whats more, with both a platter system and digital, there is nothing you cant see. From the tiniest unknown film, to the most independently renowned, they book it. It is both a beautiful experience and an education, if you choose, when you attend.

Ke
Review №72

I appreciate the variety of films here. I mostly come for anime (though, now it seems like most screenings are through Fathom events), but Im constantly checking the website for anything that catches my eye.There have been a couple of unpleasant experiences. The film skipped when I watched Im So Proud of You a few years back, and they had to stop the movie and rewind it.I recently sat through a movie where I had the pleasure of listening to cellphone notifications while someone was kicking my seat and making noise right behind me. Signage about what to do in these situations, or a reminder before the film to be courteous, would be nice. In such a small theater, a minor annoyance can ruin a film.

Se
Review №73

Best place to see a foreign/indy movie... inexpensive popcorn and soda... a very fun experience.

Da
Review №74

Great Place to watch Indie films that a person cannot see at your big box office Theater. Right in the Nob Hill District in Albuquerque, NM.

No
Review №75

Small cinema with wonderful showings. They have the best popcorn in town. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Ma
Review №76

Excellent FILM NOIR and out-of-print oldies but goodies! Great restored films, too! Reasonably priced movie tickets and popcorn, too!

Ke
Review №77

Super great theatre really affordable snacks

Ro
Review №78

One of my favorites in ABQ. I can see a documentary, foreign film, old classic, or an independent film on any given week for a great price tickets and concessions although limited are very inexpensive as well. It has a great location near bars and resturaunts.Tip: get there early to park. It can be difficult to find parking

An
Review №79

Locally owned. Great art house films that you wont ever see anywhere else on the big screen. Thanks for being part of our community!

Ga
Review №80

Coolest place Ive been in a while. It reminded me of home. I would have rated it 5 stars, but the popcorn needs a little help(sorry) and the movie selection doesnt appeal to everyone.

Jo
Review №81

I saw Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me here as part of a month-long Lynch retrospective. The theater has a small, homespun quality to it. I love this theater and the kinds of movies they show.

Ke
Review №82

Great cinema and prices. Films unavailable anywhere else in Albuquerque and a sense of mission for film lovers

Vi
Review №83

Locally owned Indy theatre with a quick rotation of films so theres a lot to enjoy. Its a tiny cozy place and the snacks are good. Reasonable prices all around.

Ka
Review №84

Great selection of more obscure films (foreign, older, etc.)

Ad
Review №85

I love this place! Aside from the UNM Sub theater its our only regular Independent movie theatre. Not all of the movies they show are ones i will love, but more often than not they are really great works!Real butter, not way overpriced concessions, small but comfortable theatre, good sound, great caring owners. This place is a real Gem!

Ju
Review №86

Awesome local and independent cinema here in Albuquerque. They show a huge variety of films, and even partner with local groups to show specific films.

Mi
Review №87

Wonderful film festivals from independent and small film makers. Hump!, Horror, cult classics and more. Definitely one of the better cultural touch stones of Albuquerque.

Ja
Review №88

Great double feature on a snowy day, and awesome popcron.

Ke
Review №89

There is no other theatre where Id rather see a movie. The Guild is not only the place to see films you likely cant see anywhere else, but it is such a rare atmosphere; Its an ABQ historical icon. The owner loves movies and loves ABQ, and he loves bringing movies to ABQ. The Guild is single handedly keeping the spirit of cinema alive in this town.With the option for watching nearly anything through streaming services, attending a showing at The Guild is a reminder that movie watching is a communal activity. Film as entertainment is far more enjoyable with friends & strangers than it is as merely a solitary experience. Watching with others gives a better sense of togetherness and is a reminder for most of us that we need others to have a more than satisfactory life.The prices are crazy low on both the ticket and the concessions. It is clear that The Guild cares about the community, and I hope you will join me in letting The Guild know that the community cares about its existence just as much.Anyone that cares about their community, as well as believing a healthy community comes from our shared experience, should take the time and energy to support this ABQ landmark. There is little reason not to spend some time, energy, and finances, on watching a new or classic movies at The Guild Cinema.If you havent ever been - go this week.If you havent been in a while - go this week.If you already went last night to the Friday Night Midnight Movie Madness showing - go again this week.Its always worth it, and I cant recommend an experience at The Guild Cinema enough.

M
Review №90

Nobody can deny the great variety to be seen here. Unfortunately the same goes for the clientele. With only 1 person on staff who is busy running the machine, there is nobody to keep order. We had a dirtball in the crowd constantly talking and picking fights with strangers. Someone went to get the staff and there wasnt anyone to do anything. Things got loud with people telling him to stop until the man upstairs had to stop the movie and turn on the lights. Most of the crowd just stared blankly at the screen, like zombies, as if this was normal. After asking maybe 1 question they declined to eject the troublemaker, instead offering several of us who just decided to just leave a voucher for another movie. Yeah, no thanks. Staff has poor judgment and inadequately dealt with what wouldve been a relatively simple situation at any mainstream theater. I blame it partly on the location, as Nob Hill is well known for random varieties of people, including druggies, bullies, thieves, and drunks throwing up on the sidewalk.

He
Review №91

Always great!

de
Review №92

Great old fashion cinema. Redone nicely, great, friendly, funny staff. Always enjoy events here. Adds to the Nob Hill experience

Fr
Review №93

Tho the size & intimate quality of the venue were tasteful, the no re-entry policy became a bother... fauxpas

Pa
Review №94

Fantastic, small theater. Plays a variety of marvelous films you wont find anywhere else. Really enjoyable way to spend an evening.

Di
Review №95

Great place! Excellent movies and Grace Jones is one of the best.

Al
Review №96

Awesome nostalgic movie theatre. Not very big at all but great.

Ji
Review №97

I always enjoy going to the Guild. Abq. is lucky to have an independent theater that shows alternative films.

Jo
Review №98

A happily remembered tucked-away treasure. I saw many a great film here that never would play a mainstream theatre.

Se
Review №99

Great local cinema. Lots of special screenings. I really enjoy the late night movies, especially around halloween

Dw
Review №100

I love this tiny theatre, the lobby is little but the concession options were great. The option of hot tea and coffee choices is really convenient, the seats arent stadium but they are comfortable.The presentation is good, the picture was clear and clean, the sound is balanced just perfect not too loud or too low. Everything about this theatre screams original, independent and local, I well definitely recommend watching a non-big budget or foreign or documentary film here.

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  • Address:3405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, United States
  • Site:http://guildcinema.com/
  • Phone:+1 505-255-1848
Categories
  • Movie theater
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Food:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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