BAM Rose Cinemas
Indie Movie Theater and Event Space
Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Civil War: 4:20pm 6:50 9:30- The Iron Giant: 7:00pm
- La Chimera: 1:20pm 4:00 6:40 9:20
- Persepolis: 9:00pm
- Sasquatch Sunset: 4:40pm 7:00 9:15
- Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas: 7:00pm
"$8.00 matinees are a bargin!"(5 Tips)
"Great film series."(4 Tips)
"Just got my bam membership!"(3 Tips)
"I have heard the popcorn is really great too."(15 Tips)
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Katherine KruegerJune 11, 2016always a great mix of cult classics, new releases, and essential old Hollywood flicks. my favorite theater in Brooklyn, by far.
Barry Gottehrer Real EstateJuly 15, 2016Gorgeous place to see a film! The popcorn here is amazing too, and I know popcorn is popcorn but it just tastes so good here!Upvoted 1 week ago- ElizabethMay 30, 2015Tied with Sunshine Cinema in the LES for my favorite movie theater in NYC. Clean, comfortable, well-staffed -- and the popcorn is pretty good, too.Upvoted Feb 3
They're generous with the popcorn butter at the concession stand, which is great except the paper bags don't really hold up. Keep a few napkins under there if you don't want your lap buttered.
Landmarks Preservation CommissionSeptember 26, 2013BAM was designed by Herts & Tallant, acclaimed theatre architects, in the Neo-Italian Renaissance style. Built in 1907 it is the oldest active arts complex, it was designated a NYC landmark in 1978.
Mullica ZudsiriJuly 19, 2019The theater has a good incline so your view is almost never blocked. If the movie is trending definitely come at least 20 minutes before to get seats. Good concession stand too.
Great art house and indie theater in an incredible part of Brooklyn. I love the feel of the theater too.
One of my favorite places to see movies in the city. Full of pretentious hipsters (👋) and retired boomers, so the audiences are generally quiet.
Cheap tix in beautiful intimate spaces! Original coffered ceilings even in the smaller black boxes. But definitely see as many films in Cinema 3 which still has a beautiful proscenium.
Gorgeous theater. Consistently well-curated crop of movies, both new and old. Their luscious buttery popcorn will almost make you forget about the uncomfortable seats. Almost.
SundanceTVJuly 13, 2012Buy tickets online for high-demand films at peak times as they often sell out. They have kiosks that make picking up your tickets super-fast. Also, show up early for good seats.
nikkiJanuary 8, 2017really lovely interior and a film-loving crowd. great for watching a serious piece of cinema or any of the classics
Farid LancherosFebruary 15, 2014Looking for a great food experience not too far? "Taxi! Take me to Bogota Latin BIstro at 141 5th Avenue right here in Park Slope ... and Step on IT!"
Theaters are extra wide, get there early to sit near the center
One of the better indie theaters in Brooklyn surrounded by a fantastic community. Plays a great variety of films.
cafePellicolaSeptember 3, 2011If you're in the Brooklyn, NY area then you definitely want to check BAM. One of the recent Italian cinema classic program was: BAMcinématek Citizen Rosi: The Films of Francesco Rosi. Read more
This is a genuinely beautiful place to see a film, and they show good movies to boot!
I have seen two movies here now both times it was amazing and they know how to butter popcorn!!
Scott WeinfeldJune 3, 2018The theatre advertise perfect sightlines. In theatre 2, the person in front blocks the screen.
Dave BrownJanuary 2, 2013Great theater with an awesome indie vibe. Only bummer is they're exclusive with Pepsi. Sorry dude, there's nothing like coke out of the fountain.
Zoe CareyJuly 14, 2016Nice cinema. Seats aren't the most comfortable in the world but there are always interesting films being shown.
Get the popcorn with butter. Half popcorn, butter in middle, half popcorn, butter on top.
Alex RobertsonJanuary 11, 2017a gorgeous space--I loved seeing SINGIN' IN THE RAIN on 35mm here. RIP Debbie Reynolds!
Afi Yellow-DukeJuly 7, 2015Cute little theater in a centrally located part of Brooklyn. You'll find more indie films here.
coleen c.April 18, 2011i live in astoria, so this is quite a troop, but i must say that this is one of the best cinemas nyc has to offer. they have cheap movie tickets. get here.- Hallie CaplanJuly 21, 2010Best place to see a movie but make sure you get there early for popular shows--they sell more tickets than there are seats! I have heard the popcorn is really great too.
Zii HammadApril 3, 2015When they have a film series, it's hit or miss. Still, one of the more immersive theaters. The crowd can be shitty and talkative at times.
Aja BrandmanFebruary 18, 2018Smaller screen and space than most cinemas, but the overall building is beautiful- SukiSeptember 20, 2020Old school movie theater showing more artistic films. I go each year to watch the Oscar short nominees.
Calvin TeohOctober 19, 2014Such a beautiful theatre. All the good things of old timey-ness without the crappy-ness of old-timey-ness. If you've been to Angelika Cinemas in SoHo you KNOW what I'm talkin' bout.
eric mortensenNovember 8, 2012A really great theater with a really great selection of films and special events.
Excellent theaters and projection; great selection of indie movies.
Mitchell KaplanFebruary 22, 2020I’ve enjoyed seeing films here but this seat is not the most comfortable!
Working here makes the trip least enjoyable lol... But overall this place is wonderful and the environment is peaceful enough to enjoy a great movie. And YES, we do have the best popcorn :) Read more
SethJanuary 1, 2013If you are short, be warned. Some of the theaters are great, and some of them have bad sight lines. No stadium seating here.
Watching Live in HD from the Met Opera here is better than attending live — plus you get an entertaining introductory talk by opera expert Fred Plotkin
Greg DoughertyAugust 24, 2014Plan on being in your seat ~20mins before the movie starts. It can get packed quick.
- A BAM Membership is a must-have for Fort Greene residents.
Dan SJanuary 5, 2013Avoid going here when you know it will be packed- the seats are very close together and there's no central isle so you have to squeeze past a million people just to go to the bathroom
Come here for a matinee, the first show of the day. It's only $8, which is a bargain compared to most NYC cinemas.
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BAM Rose Cinemas
30 Lafayette Ave (btwn Ashland Pl & St. Felix St)
Brooklyn, NY 11217
United States
Brooklyn, NY 11217
United States
Brooklyn's home for independent cinema with four screens showcasing the best new releases along with BAMcinématek, which features sneak previews, classics from cinema history, work by local artists, and festivals of films from around the world, often with special appearances.
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- 9.3
"A hidden gem. Very homey, good Oscar trivias, and good cocktail."
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