1. Castro Theatre
9.3
429 Castro St (btwn 18th & Market), San Francisco, CA
Indie Movie Theater · Castro · 118 tips and reviews
Katherine M.: Beautiful old movie theater with ornate decorations and a Wurlitzer organ. Often plays campy films, classic films, and deliciously tongue-in-cheek double header pairings. Iconic marquee.
Bravo: Beautiful SF landmark which is a movie house as well as live performances. Sing-along sound of music is a tradition. -Yigit Pura, Top Chef Just Desserts
The Wall Street Journal: This vintage 1922 movie house is home to a number of film festivals and, in 2008, hosted the world premiere of "Milk," starring Sean Penn. Read more.
2. Roxie Cinema
8.8
3117 16th St (at Valencia St), San Francisco, CA
Indie Movie Theater · Mission Dolores · 35 tips and reviews
Rachel Goodman: Become a member. Free movies and popcorn. A film lovers dream. Great mix of small indies and docs you won't see elsewhere.
Frameline: On June 19, 1979, Persistence of Vision put on the Third Annual San Francisco Gay Film and Video Festival at the Roxie Cinema. Soon after, Persistence of Vision changed its name and became Frameline.
Lindsay Eyink: Donate to their Kickstarter!
Laura G: Chicken scratch shows are the best here.
SundanceTV: Besides having a great Screening Room there is also a vibrant youth media program, TILT, which works with students to create video productions, with a focus on media literacy: http://www.tiltmedia.org
Center for Asian American Media: so many great film and media organizations in this building.