Bradbury Building is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

1. Bradbury Building

8.9
304 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Structure · 50 tips and reviews

Katie B.Katie B: the final scene from (500) Days of Summer was filmed here. It's beautiful inside--check it out!

ZegnaZegna: Famous filming location of Blade Runner (1982), the first movie with outstanding special effects depicting the future in LA in 2019. Follow the digital revolution with Zegna and live the first 3D shop Read more.

David C.David Caffrey: This is well worth a look, The Bradbury Building is the oldest commercial building remaining in the central city. The interior is breath taking, many films have been shot there like Blade runner

Downtown Independent is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

2. Downtown Independent

7.7
251 S Main St (btwn 2nd & 3rd St), Los Angeles, CA
Movie Theater · Gallery Row · 21 tips and reviews

Jojo R.Jojo Raymnnand: Cool venue. They run lots of indie and obscure films as well as numerous forum events like DIY Days. Rooftop bar. The neighborhood is a bit out of the way and doesn't look real cool but really it is. Read more.

The StandardThe Standard: CA (See) Awesome live theater + comedy and great one-off film events (Charlie Sheen weekend, anyone?). The perfect intersection of highbrow and lowbrow.

MelanieMelanie: Comfy seats, great independent films + plays from Broadway and the West End! Plus beer with my movie!

Regal LA Live & 4DX is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

3. Regal LA Live & 4DX

8.3
1000 W Olympic Boulevard (Georgia St), Los Angeles, CA
Movie Theater · South Park · 144 tips and reviews

Hola Mexico F.Hola Mexico Film Festival: Hola México Film Festival presented by DishLATINO happening here from May 16-21. Best films from Mexico with English subs.

Hola Mexico F.Hola Mexico Film Festival: Every May- the best in mexican cinema comes here for the Hola Mexico Film Festival!

g o.g oconnor: The annual Los Angeles Film Festival! LAFF is sponsored by Film Independent. A fantastic resource for film makers, writers, actors, composers, directors, and certain trades.

Los Angeles Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

4. Los Angeles Theatre

8.7
615 S Broadway (btwn 6th & 7th), Los Angeles, CA
Theater · Jewelry District · 8 tips and reviews

The History PressThe History Press: Read all about the storied past of Film Noir in Los Angeles's Bunker Hill by Jim Dawson, whose documentary on Bunker Hill appeared in the Criterion Collection's reissue of Kiss Me Deadly. Read more.

Doug d.Doug de Wet: Magical! From the lobby to the mezzanine, the building is stunningly beautiful! If you have a chance to tour or attend and event here, do it; you'll feel as if you've discovered a lost treasure.

PattiPatti: Don't miss the bathroom, even if you don't have to go. Opulence!

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

5. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

8.9
750 West 7th St U240, Los Angeles, CA
Movie Theater · Financial District · 17 tips and reviews

PaulPaul: Their movie pass program is back! A great way to see a lot of films at a low monthly price!

Michael R.Michael Rowland: Comfortable reclining leather seats with excellent dine-in food and lots of special event screenings. Special events usually have their own special menu too. Definitely one of the best theaters in LA.

KellyKelly: What an adult movie experience should be - good cocktails and real food served right to your recliner seat! And boozy shakes! Will not be able to enjoy a regular theater the same again.

Los Angeles Public Library - Central is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

6. Los Angeles Public Library - Central

8.6
630 W 5th St (btwn Flower & Grand Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Library · Financial District · 77 tips and reviews

Isaac M.Isaac Murguia: Coolest library in Los Angeles, huge selection on books, movies, documentaries, tv series, music, etc. There's also a Panda Express in here!

marlon f.marlon fuentes: Take advantage of the foreign film section! Kurosawa Fest!

Briana J.Briana JaNae': My favorite library, they have a great selection of books and private study & reading areas

Cicada Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

7. Cicada Club

8.1
617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
Night Club · Financial District · 18 tips and reviews

Kevin C.Kevin Cleary: Add Mad Men to the long list of awesomeness that has been filmed here.

Elizabeth P.Elizabeth Price: Truly a high class date spot with impeccable ambience and fantastic drinks. Try the Sazerac with an absinthe rinse!

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: LA Weekly's Best of LA 2010 pick - Best Club to Party Like "The Greatest Generation"!

The United Theater On Broadway is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

8. The United Theater On Broadway

9.3
933 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Theater · South Park · 19 tips and reviews

LAistLAist: Couldn't snag a ticket to Sundance Film Festival in Utah? No worries. Six films make their Los Angeles premiere at The Sundance NEXT FEST this weekend at the Theatre at Ace Hotel. Aug. 7-9, $15-25. Read more.

Doug d.Doug de Wet: One of the Broadway Theater District's most breathtaking venues. Beautifully restored, with great sight lines, there's not a bad seat in the house.

eric b.eric bornemann: One of the most amazing theaters in North America, built by Chaplin/Fairbanks/Pickford now an awesome venue for music and opera. Beautifully gothic and glorious.

Million Dollar Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

9. Million Dollar Theater

7.7
307 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Indie Movie Theater · 13 tips and reviews

Laurent R.Laurent Raufaste: You can see a plaque with Deckard's picture, explaining how this was the site for filming Blade Runner. Read more.

Vivi M.Vivi Morales: Every once in a while they have screenings of some epic films.

FrancesFrances: Beautiful old theater. Women's restrooms are two floors up.

The Orpheum Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

10. The Orpheum Theatre

9.3
842 S Broadway (btwn 8th & 9th St), Los Angeles, CA
Theater · South Park · 29 tips and reviews

Where Los Angeles MagazineWhere Los Angeles Magazine: One of the few historic Broadway theaters that have been restored is the Orpheum. The theater’s Wurlitzer pipe organ is still operational, but you’re more apt to find film screenings or pop concerts. Read more.

Jacqueline B.Jacqueline Beckerich: Absolutely love this place! Breathtakingly beautiful and incredible acoustics. Helpful staff...I have gone three years in a row to see Widespread Panic play and will continue to do so until I'm dead.

BravoBravo: The most amazing place you could ever see someone perform in L.A. -Danielle Keene, Top Chef Just Desserts

The GRAMMY Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

11. The GRAMMY Museum

8.2
800 W Olympic Blvd (at Figueroa St), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · South Park · 85 tips and reviews

Los AngelesLos Angeles: Four floors of cutting-edge exhibits, interactive experiences and films provide a one-of-a-kind visitor experience. Read more.

Jarrod C.Jarrod Chambers: I could spend an entire day on the 3rd floor.

Ellen DeGeneresEllen DeGeneres: If you want to brush up on your Grammy history to prepare for this Sunday’s Grammys, then a trip to the Grammy Museum is a must!

FIGat7th is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

12. FIGat7th

8.0
735 S Figueroa St (btwn 7th & 8th St.), Los Angeles, CA
Shopping Mall · Financial District · 36 tips and reviews

DowntownLA.comDowntownLA.com: With the Downtown Festival 2013, FIGat7th celebrates creativity through dance, visual art, theatre and film. From Target to Sport Chalet, FIGat7th has all the shopping you need.

DowntownLA.comDowntownLA.com: FIGat7th Downtown Festival 2013 celebrates creativity through music, dance, visual art, theatre and film.

TrishTrish: one-stop shop with MAC, Victoria's Secret, H&M, Zara and Target

Peacock Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

13. Peacock Theater

8.7
777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles, CA
Theater · South Park · 160 tips and reviews

Los AngelesLos Angeles: Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton features Oscar-nominated film composer Danny Elfman, who takes the stage for three nights of rare live performances Oct. 29-31.

Penina M.Penina Mezei: It's one of my favorite venues in LA. The place is big, spacious, clean and has plenty of seating. It's close to Staples Center, there is a mall near and plenty of restaurants nearby. - Penina Mezei

AudiAudi: We're here for the Emmys with a few of these. Watching from home? Check out our backstage live camera to see what goes on behind the scenes! Read more.

La Petite Boulangerie is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

14. La Petite Boulangerie

7.6
330 S Hope St, Los Angeles, CA
Café · Financial District · 5 tips and reviews

Rene N.Rene Napoli: One of my favorite places to go to, when we are filming in downtown Los Angeles.

PatrickPatrick: The jalapeño cheddar bagel is the best!

Steve G.Steve Giron: The breakfast sausage/egg on a bagel rocks!

Walt Disney Concert Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Films in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles.

15. Walt Disney Concert Hall

9.4
111 S Grand Ave (btwn 1st & 2nd St), Los Angeles, CA
Concert Hall · Bunker Hill · 164 tips and reviews

Los AngelesLos Angeles: On Halloween night, experience the 1925 silent film version of The Phantom of the Opera, projected at Walt Disney Concert Hall with live organ accompaniment by Clark Wilson.

Brian C.Brian Chernick: Amazing acoustics with no bad seat in the house. Please make it a point in your life to see at least one show here. The architecture alone is worth the visit.

HISTORYHISTORY: Home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this 3.6-acre complex designed by architect Frank Gehry was initially funded by Lillian Disney, widow of Walt Disney