Indie-films: Where to Find Them in Their Natural Habitat

If blockbusters strike fear into your heart or you would simply like to clean your cinematographic pallet, as it were, prior to descending again into their patented shock and awe, you should check out the Grand Illusion Theater. This small 50-person theater located in the U-district offers a wonderful selection of independent, classic and cult films in its one-room, tin-ceilinged screening room. In my opinion, this is the best place to see a quality film on a medium-sized screen; it makes up for in personality what it lacks in magnitude. The folks at the Grand illusion add in a healthy dollop of tender loving care by beginning each show with a short, in-person introduction, bringing you up to date on relevant film history and influences. This in itself is worth the price of admission.

Otherwise, if you are brave, you can choose mix a possible ghostly encounter with your film outing at the Harvard Exit Theater located just off of Broadway on Capital Hill. Be sure to show up a little early (preferably on a stormy night) to give you ample time to wander about the lobby of the Harvard which resembles a formal sitting room with requisite grand piano and fireplace; the décor is fitting as it was originally built to house The Woman's Century Club in 1925. While waiting for your show to start you can read all about the resident ghostly film buffs, which have been apparently haunting its hallowed halls since its first hours of operation. For more details on these otherworldly theater patrons visit this site .

If you would rather cast yourself adrift on the tides of cinema as opposed to be haunted by them, try the Neptune .
located on 45th Ave in the University District. This historic theater offers a lot of charm while always keeping its chosen sea god at heart; purchase your vittles from the sea-worthy concessions counter and then while you wait for the film to wash over you in the 800-person auditorium you may pop your popcorn under Poseidon’s watchful gaze.