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Gene Siskel Film Center

Indie Movie Theater

The Loop, Chicago

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Exhibition On Screen: John Singer Sargent - Fashion & Swagger: 5:00pm
The Law and the Prophets: 6:00pm
The Old Oak: 6:00pm
Omen (Augure): 8:15pm
Three Promises: 1:00pm
The experts at Travel + Leisure and Chicagoist recommend this place
"2 Thumbs"(2 Tips)
"great film exhibits and treats at the gallery and café."(2 Tips)
"Great filmmaker lecture series"(2 Tips)
"$5 movies and 4 free popcorns is worth the $50 or so price tag."(2 Tips)

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ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
The only movie complex in the whole downtown area that still projects film. That gives the Siskel the kind of flexibility that makes their fare so eclectic. Read more
Upvoted Feb 3
Dana JensenDecember 28, 2014
Well-curated selection of foreign and independent films right next to the Lake red line. Get a membership if you go see a movie at least once a month!
Lisa ZimmerAugust 21, 2013
Check in on a Monday or Tuesday for the special: 2-for-1 tickets, free soda, free popcorn. It's like $18 worth of free stuff. Good for a cheap date night: intimate theater, comfy seats.
IFCJuly 6, 2010
Chicago: 2 Thumbs Up! Enjoy the best of independent, international and classic cinema at the Gene Siskell Film Center with a side of great film exhibits and treats at the gallery and café. -IFC Viewer Read more
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CurvatudeAugust 26, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I love that they host events like the Black Harvest Film Festival but they have the most horrible seats. Folks end up literally between your legs because they lean back so far
Brianne WOctober 24, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Pros: The films are great, as are the prices (if you're a member or a student), and they sell beer. Cons: The seats aren't very comfy and the entrance smells like pee.
James AllenspachNovember 14, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Amazing schedule of first run films, retrospectives, and special programs. It's worth the money to be a member
PortlandiaJuly 27, 2011
2 Thumbs Up! Enjoy the best of independent, international and classic cinema at the Gene Siskell Film Center with a side of great film exhibits and treats at the gallery and café.
Travel + LeisureFebruary 21, 2014
A state-of-the-art theater that screens independent, international, and classic films.
Jenn ZinkhonAugust 12, 2015
Sadly, when the popcorn isn't good, it kind of ruins the movie going experience. However, they do screen a wonderfully diverse selection of films.
Flavorpill ChicagoMarch 13, 2011
Catch forgotten gems, art-house experiments, local features & fascinating docs. You’d be tempted to call them populist, but the intelligent line-ups never pander.
Diego RufoMarch 28, 2011
It’s really a great juxtaposition of big cinema comfort – stadium seating, comfy seats, and nice screens – with interesting, hard to find cinema. Read more
Sinaida K.July 8, 2018
Great movie selection, but super small screens.
Daniel ⚜️🇺🇸November 18, 2013
Come for the fancy flicks, be sure to stay and mingle with 'the stars'.
David WeathersbyJuly 26, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Amazing film center great lineup of films.
Stephanie SimonAugust 20, 2014
If you come here often, become a member and get discounted tickets.
Bryce JensenDecember 2, 2014
Great filmmaker lecture series and one of the only theaters that still tries to show actual film.
Sei Jin LeeOctober 24, 2009
Been here 50+ times
The membership here is totally worth it. $5 movies and 4 free popcorns is worth the $50 or so price tag. Best movie house in Chicago in my opinion: programming and venue.
FilmSchools.comJanuary 3, 2011
If you are a film student, this is the best place to check out emerging filmmakers and top notch films! -filmschools staff Read more
Chicago Cultural Plan 2012January 23, 2012
Sign up for the newsletter! If you can't make it 2 a show, it's a great goto recommendation list when DVD hunting!
WalgreensJanuary 9, 2012
Fresh hand-rolled sushi and sashimi prepared daily... Check out the all new Walgreens at State and Randolph!
Paul HuesingMay 12, 2017
Now open on Fridays for matinees at 2:00 pm.
Julio LopezJuly 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
This is the best movie theater in the world.
Brett BApril 17, 2013
I love this place not sure what they do here tho
John GrantmanMay 8, 2012
Some are so bad... they are good. Overall best place for independant and student films.
Steven GowinSeptember 13, 2011
Popcorn has nasty palm butter, but tastes good. They'll try to tell you palm butter is ok. Tastes good but lethal.
THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVALMarch 29, 2012
Regular submissions to The People's Film Festival ends Saturday March 31, 2012, late submissions April 10, 2012 www.thepeoplesfilmfestival.com
Eddy GonzalezNovember 2, 2015
Smaller theater for independent releases
Julian GrantOctober 23, 2011
Best fine art and indy cinema showcase in town
StreetWise_CHIJuly 3, 2012
Priscilla Orr is always selling StreetWise nearby!
Nick NummerdorOctober 10, 2011
I think they serve Hamms now? Awesome!
ThatdamkiddOctober 13, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Dude in the office is HOT!!

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