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| - This is a cinema lovers dream! After years of running around between Cinematheque at the AGO, the Film Reference Library, and various TIFF box offices and venues, it is so nice to finally have everything under one roof. They have really thought of everything and every visit here is so enjoyable! They cater to 'serious' film junkies without being pretentious about it.
Films -- for some reason, every time I come here I have been in Cinema #1. So I can't speak to the other ones, but I found the seating in cinema #1 very spacious and comfy! Tons of seating and I like that the rows are such that if a tall person or someone with big hair sits in front of you, you will still be able to see properly. So key. I'm also impressed with how soundproof the walls are. I was here for Cinefranco and there was a huge crowd of people chattering outside the theatre, but once I walked in a few steps, I couldn't hear a thing. They do have a wonderful selection of films, including lots of Canadian content, classic films, and the occasional free screening. They even have a Book on Film Club, which is such a great idea.
Gallery -- I saw the Tim Burton exhibit and thought it was fantastic, although it was quite crowded when I went (and they have weird rules, like being very strict that you can wear your coat in the exhibit but you can't take it off and hold it). The next show is going to be 'Federico Fellini: Spectacular Obsession' opening June 30. I can't wait!
Etc. -- I have been to both Luma and O&B Canteen. Both are excellent and it's nice to have a casual place to chill between screenings, plus a fancier option to glam up the theatre-going experience. I love being able to people watch on King W. as well. I have not tried the concessions stand. It looks pretty standard. Washrooms on the 2nd floor are really clean and nice. Box office staff are knowledgeable and helpful. The gift shop has some good books and cute gifts.
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