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Genesis Cinema
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Whitechapel
"One of the best independent cinemas in London."(6 Tips)
"My favourite cinema in London"(4 Tips)
"Studio 5 - is a nice screen with sofas and own bar"(3 Tips)
"Love studio 4 and 5. Very comfortable and reasonably priced"(8 Tips)
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Lovely renovation of old cinema, welcoming, comfortable. Has a big bar, with a small stage for a band. Appeals to local youth as well as cineastes. Offers monthly all-you-can-watch membership.
DaniMay 18, 2015Saw Mad Max. Great cinema with a lovely set up. Big chairs, foot rests, tables and a bar in the theatre. A giant bucket of popcorn and 2 soft drinks cost £9 the popcorn was nice, warm, like beinghome
GeorgeMay 23, 2015Best cinema in Easy London. All the latest blockbusters in a classic cinema setting, all at a very reasonable price! Wednesdays are even cheaper with half price tickets. Good snacks & bar too!
Studio 5 is the only way to watch movies...the bar upstairs is fantastic and their coffee out front is great and well priced too...support independent cinemas...convinced yet? 😉
Simon SaintMay 17, 2015Nice local feel, plus decent ticket prices. Check out studio 5 for that sofa cinema experience...
Great local and independent cinema. Prices start from only £4 during week days! And only £8 during the evenings. There's a bar, cafe and some great food options inside too.- Finding Our Feet BlogNovember 10, 2015Absolutely fantastic local cinema. Great selection of movies and events. Sunday mornings there's a kids club for 18 months+, only £4 per ticket. Well worth a visit. Changing facilities available.
Dew AlamMarch 30, 2014An impressive facelift has transformed this formerly dingy establishment into a real gem, with the highlight being Screen 5. Sofas and blankeys to enjoy the latest blockbuster, what's not to like?
I love this cool indie cinema. With tickets at £4 for most films how can you complain. They also host swing dance classes from time to time and have a bar area.
Sugar ReiJune 22, 2015The good kind of hipster spot - it's got half priced Wednesday and a great VIP screen with sofas and blankets. Also inside you'll find a nice bar and a hot dog vendor.
One of the best boutique cinemas in the world. Amazing interior, great food, fantastic vibes.
Lidia VorontsovaDecember 21, 2014Hands down the best cinema I've been to. Spend a bit more money and go to a Studio 5 showing instead of the standard ones.
Emily-janeDecember 4, 2018Great cinema showing a mixture of blockbuster and independent films! They do 20% NHS discount on tix. Proper pick&mix, lovely cozy bar upstairs too.
Great local cinema and supporter of small films. Not a technically advanced cinema i.e. Not a film to see Star Wars in but a great cinema all the same. Concession prices not extortionate.
Fantastic local neighbourhood cinema, good drinks and great (hot) food that you can take into the cinema! Try Studio 5 for extra luxury
Charming local cinema. Cinema 5 has 2 seater sofas with blankets, so come in even numbers! It does cost a bit more but it's great for blockbuster films.
NajubeAugust 22, 2012Cheap movie tickets all week and £3.50 tickets all day Wednesday! Plus a great little cafe out front and drinks upstairs. This is def our new local cinema of choice :)
Joely TennantJune 20, 2017Does some great movie events - came here for a Wed Anderson viewing followed by a chat with the producers. Decent drink and food too
The Studio 5 screen is amazing. Couches, footstools and a bar at the back. Best way to see a film in the east end.
TeeFebruary 22, 2015Studio 1 has the biggest screen and Studio 5 the comfiest sofas. Best cinema in London!
Holly RobsonNovember 24, 2014Genesis is great. Nice bar upstairs if you want to chill before or after your film. Discount tickets in Wednesday and Monday.- Mick ConroyOctober 10, 2014One of the best independent cinemas in London. £3.50 tickets on Wednesdays, great atmosphere and a genuine love of cinema.
Jah RahmanJuly 19, 2015Great little independent cinema. Very reasonable prices with another screen with sofas and a gourmet dining experience.
Akua Obeng-FrimpongAugust 27, 2013Go to 'Script-Shoot-Slice-Screen', the last Tuesday of each month. They show a short film and then breakdown its process through a live discussion with the director or producer. It's Free!
It’s a bit of a hike but the couches are comfy! I wish they were spaced out better- it’s tough to buy a drink when you can’t walk between the seats!
The membership (£25/mo or £20/mo for students) is a great deal.- Phil ClampNovember 16, 2014This is now my go-to cinema. Friendly staff, decent prices. Go on a Monday which is cheap night!
Nikkayla HenricksenDecember 19, 2015£6.50 for a student ticket and close to Stepney Green tube. You can drink alcohol bought from the bar here in the cinema.
kitJanuary 13, 2015Great cinema with bars and food, big digital screen, guy with the beard there a bit surly though
Great independent cinema. Very relaxed, cool place. Fantastic value screenings for kids.
A true movie fans cinema. Amazing decor and artwork. Quality sound system. Meantime Beer too
Johannes DriessenAugust 30, 2015Very cool little venue, with delicious sandwiches and coffee in the lobby
Never been here for the movies but there's a free withdrawals ATM and very good coffee.
The coffee drinks are really good and I love the whole old-feel environment of this place ♥
half price on mondays and wednesdays - and give studio 5 a miss; it's hella expensive and the screen is tiny.
Ezryn ZarofFebruary 28, 2017Nice layout, clean, and has cheap tickets. Good place to get good deals.
Great little cinema with reasonably priced tickets. But the food is a little pricey!
Rachel RothApril 9, 2018People are lovely and price is great but screen 2 was barely bigger than my tv at home.
Stephen TomlinsonJune 5, 2017Good film selection. Tickets are cheaper on Mondays. The poetry slams here are really diverse and entertaining!
Maxwell LoganNovember 8, 2015Arthouse cinema and bar showing blockbuster and independent films in a renovated 19th-century building
Armelle De OliveiraMay 10, 2015Cheapest cinema in London screening current movies ! ATM inside but they take the credit card as well
Gabriel GohMarch 27, 2014Be sure to put on your Wayfarers and tight jeans. Hipsters are abound. Especially on cheap Wednesdays.
Diana CostaJanuary 24, 2015Awesome student discount nights (don't need a student card). The Studio5 is super comfy
LynnJuly 23, 2012Pay the extra & go to Studio 5- comfy sofas, foot stools, blankets, and a bar, lovely!
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