The newer Harkins movie theaters at Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall are great. The spacious seats are recline ready (up/down electric buttons). The best feature about the new theaters are the options for online ticketing as well as choosing specific seats online. When we go to movies in groups (8-10 people) the most stressful part is trying to get everyone to the theater at the same time and getting seats together. Online tickets and online seat choices are awesome. At $15 = $14 per ticket + $1 convenience fee this Harkins is pricier than other local theaters. AMC Desert Ridge (also with electric recline seats, online ticketing, online seats) is about $10.00 per ticket. This Harkins no longer has matinee or student discounts, which has angered a lot of locals who used to frequent the old theaters.
The lobby is impressive, but a little but cold and sterile. They tried making the lobby snazzy with the tall ceiling and all the different lights, although the lights coming from the floor can be kind of blinding. They have a separate bar area as well as a separate coffee and gelati stand. The bathrooms are also nice. No complaints about the sound and screen quality. It's great to know that they are continuing to show independent films here as well as the Valley Art theater.