Great place to see independent and unusual films. Too bad its closed like everything else on this planet right now. See you soon

Its great jem.... showing mainly indie films and the weekend 12:00am B movies (which are blast)

Big man. Big art. Small theater. Bug man. Spider in bathroom toilet. Saw parasite. Also saw the movie Parasite. The spider lived in the end.

I went with family members to check out the latest movies. They went to see Frozen II, and I went to see Midway. All of us were happy with the movies we saw. Myself, I was glad for the experience. The picture and sound quality was awesome. The seats were very comfortable. I made a pit-stop at the concession stand. The items were quite tasty and filling. I would recommend these theaters to others.

Authentic and stylish place. They show classic movies too. Jaws is up this weekend (Friday, May 26th & Saturday, May 27th 2017)

I always have a great time at this theater. Amazing films and great events including classic cult movies. I would highly recommend checking out what theyll be showing next.

Really cool old school theater showing niche films to a small market. No frills, has a small concession stand, etc. Because its old school and on the older side the chairs were pretty uncomfortable after a while, and I had to keep shifting to keep my butt from falling asleep, but overall the atmosphere was great.

Always love going to see Rocky Horror Picture Show here. Lots of fun. I love bringing my own prop bag but its cool they also sell them as well.

Ive been going to this place for years. The choice of movies is wonderful and the staff is pleasant and inviting, but the theater needs an update. The seats are small, hard and uncomfortable. The popcorn tends to be a little dry and stale at times. Dress in layers because it gets chilly!

Lovely little theater with fair selection of screenings. Nice location to see movies that might not be playing at other chains. Cool aesthetic with large auditorium style seating. Seats are a bit uncomfortable in comparison to other modern theaters.

We went to the midnight showing of John Carpenters Halloween and it was fantastic to see an old movie in the movie theater. The theater is really neat and prices are good. Ill definitely return to watch another old movie on the big screen

Best popcorn in town!

Super pleased to find a place to see art, local and foreign films near me! The seats made me feel like I was trying to sit on a slide, but everything else was great

The popcorn was delicious. Much better than what they have in the chain theaters. The seats are very comfortable and the theater is huge.

A wonderful theatre! I love coming here for the midnight movies-- They show them every Friday and Saturday for seven dollars. The midnight showings are great as theyre not films that are currently in other theaters. The theatre also sells posters for these and they all look real zesty.Their main theatre is beautiful and always clean and comfy.There is free parking, but the lot is quite small. Theres a paid parking garage in the same lot, but if you come at midnight it should be free.

Thank goodness for our great arts theater. Wonderful movies cant see elsewhere or with difficulty. Dont attend the late evening specials but they are a great idea for new and perhaps younger, hippier audience. Keep it up!!!

We went to screening of the room and stood out in freezing cold for over two hours only to realize we were in the meet and greet line which was not marked at all so when we finally got to front of line the lobby was completely empty they could have used ropes to snake us around lobby so we werent freezing our butts off, but nope they only decided to do that once people started getting real irate, and the manager never came out he just had his poor worker take all the abuse from the customers. Once I had already waited that long decided mine as well wait for meet and greet and get autograph- which was cool but I dont know it was a nightmare, and it was below zero that night.

The best choice to see independent films. Convenient location makes dinner and a movie super easy.

Beautiful place!! Saw the cat film festival there. Wonderful time!

Great place to watch small release or classic movies. Has a very small town theatre feel.

Cool old theater. 3 screens. Tea and coffeePlus the usual.

Theres Magic at this old theatre with its old walls and wonderful atmosphere. A relic of a more elegant, enchanted era.

Small theatre that was showing a movie I have wanted to see for a month. Open on Thanksgiving evening so it was perfect! They serve hot tea here too! Very nice classic old theatre, nothing fancy here. I love the old theatre feel. Some new theatres are cold and uninviting. This one was small, cozy and relaxed. Great experience!

I went here a few months back to watch a film. The interior is very nice and prices are good. Lots of space inside and things to look at if you get there early. When you go into the theatre itself it is absolutely beautiful and the film and sound quality are fantastic. There was a incident within the theatre (none of which was the theatres fault at all) where a lady was screaming uncontrollably and taking her clothes off. The staff were very quick and professional about removing her. The staff is absolutely amazing and beyond friendly if you need anything. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good experience watching a film!

Friendly staff. Clean bathroom. Comfortable seating

Amazing historic theatre! Its nice to have an old fashioned movie night without all the hoopla at emagine nearby.

Other than minor improvements this place is still just as great and unchanged as it was 20 years ago.

A great place to see limited run/ select theater/ foriegn films. Staff could be a little friendlier.

Nice, small movie theatre with friendly atmosphere. Good popcorn too! You wont find the huge recliners and alcohol service of some mega-theatres, but you will have a good and comfortable theatre experience.

Cool little theater! The staff were helpful and fun!

I absolutely LOVE the Main Art Theatre! They specialize in indie movies that you may not otherwise have the chance to see, but they are most famous for their weekly Midnight Movies. I have made it a tradition to see at least three each year, and they do not disappoint! The constantly rotating set of classics surprises me each and every time, wether it be a horror film, a cult classic, or a musical, they keep me on my toes! One of my favorite movie venues in Michigan!

Attended Downton Abbeys Premiere showing. Loved the movie and the lady I sat near. I think we were kindred friends, lol. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. Thank you for the invitation.

They sure dont make theaters like this anymore. Very swanky and huge.

Cool theater. they play good films.

I used to go here when I was a kid. They show awesome movies that arent shown at other places.

This is a quiet movie theatre that has great movies! I like watching interesting films here without the crowds.

The seats are pretty beat up at this point and the popcorn was super greasy. Im glad theyll show movies that are harder to find around town, but if those movies are showing anywhere else Id rather see them there.

We love the main. Bust out of the Hollywood slump and get excited about movies again!

Old and beautiful place to watch some art movies. The popcorn was awesome..

This place never changes and thats what I love about it! I always have a great time here and prefer it over any other nearby theater. Plus, theres always some unique movies to check out, and I enjoy that very much!

I really like the nostalgic feel of the theater!

Great off the norm movies shown here, but in need of a renovation. The furniture in the sitting area worn and dirty. The theatre seats ate hard and need updating with all the competition out there.

Returning to The Historic LANDMARK MAIN ART THEATERTo enjoy the nostalgic feeling of the simplistically of purpose. It brings a sence or a feeling of how it was such a treat.To see a movie on the what once was The Big Screen. Back when the ornately decorated theater dressed by carefully placed meeting and eating area.Where one the limitations of drinks and special flicks candies with the foiled majestic colors were the main choice of chocolate.Now surrounded by entertainment steps away.I want to see this theater Live On. Because there are things in our presence we need to preserve!Support Local Landmarks!Movie seats were comfortable!Joaquin Phoenix soul was touching in the most intriguing way you guess what I saw, I dare you!

I love that Landmark feels like a exclusive experience for movie goers, some of the films that landmark showcases can be thought provoking, awe inspiring, and sometimes flat out disturbing. I always leave after watching a film at landmark a bit more sagacious yet humanistic as well. Great theater for cinema enthusiast!

This is an awesome art theatre with (I think) two screens. I love their Midnight Madness series, its awesome to be able to see cult classics at midnight for cheap. Give them your money!

Great theatre with old style sloped seating. The screens are huge and the architecture is amazing. Prices are the same as the larger theatre chains if not less, same with the food. They have an awesome waiting room and show a variety of movies not found elsewhere. Definitely a favorite and will return!

Not a bad theater and the popcorn is good.

If you like buttered popcorn, this is the theater for you.

Their midnight movie series is the best!

Small town, cinephile feel right in the cozy-artsy wonder that is Royal Oak. Shows movies that the Emagine Theater behind it wouldnt. Art house and midnight show type fare. Go go go and discover a different movie experience! are a available .

Great smaller movie theater located in downtown royal oak. Their popcorn is to die for, coffee is great too. I love seeing movies here

Delicious popcorn. Nice movie choices. Seats are maybe a little bit dated and uncomfortable. Screens are nice. Id recommend going here for any indie movies you may want to see.

Been going to this wonderful theater since I was a kid. Great selection of indie and foreign films.

Had an amazing time enjoyed the service and show.

Amazing! The biggest positive is that they show smaller and more independent movies that bigger theaters dont show. For people like me that enjoy them, this place is a godsend. I also love the old school feel and look of this theater thats situated in a pleasant corner of downtown Royal Oak. The only thing keeping me from rating it 5 stars is the seats of the auditoriums. They are not nearly as spacious or roomy as bigger theaters and dont have head rests, but to be fair, it is a smaller theater and its expected with their level of business. On top of that, you usually forget about the seat youre sitting in after about 10 minutes, since the movies they show are so good they make you forget!

Love the events they host and their selection of movies

I just love this old and beautiful Theater -I dont mind driving 25 miles just to come an attend an amazing often Independent Film that is not shown elsewhere. Always thought provoking, sentimental, or just plain fun. :-) Plus all the kids working here are always so friendly, professional, and very helpful. Thank you.

Very comfortable place to watch a movie! Excellent popcorn!

They show independent films at a great price and even offer discounts for veterans, students, and retired folks. The staff is nice and the theaters are large. Concessions ate reasonably priced with free refills on the large size. They will give you additional containers to separate popcorn in for a large group. We didnt do this, but it was offered to us.

Awesome theater, whenever youre looking for a movie outside of the realm of your every day blockbusters, this is the theater that plays them. They do midnight showings of classics, and support the artist community locally with art and film exhibitions. Tickets rarely sell out so you can always find a good seat, the staff is also very friendly and knowledgeable of the films that play. This is a classy old school theater you will enjoy.

This place is a treasure. Love their midnight movie selections.

Really like this theater. However, going in showing room #2 there is a strong smell of old urine. I left by the back exit to avoid passing the stench again. Won’t be going back any time soon.

Intimate venue showing first rate Indie cinema. A major amenity for the area. Best popcorn of any venue in SE Michigan.

I love their midnight madness show!

Sharon and I saw Arthea Franklin in Amazing Grace, it was wonderful. See it as soon as I can.

Went to see Tommy Wiseaus the room, Tommy Wiseau himself was there. The facilities were wonderfully maintained and the building was beautiful. Very helpful and friendly staff.

Nostalgic theatre, like the atmosphere and caramel popcorn!

Nice theater that shows a lot of Indie and Art films.

Excellent old theater showing art house films

Great Old Style Venue. Parking is sparse but I managed. They show COOL films here!

What a gem! Where else locally can you go see cult classics on the big screen? Excellent venue for independent films.

Pulling in all the old cult classics and even some of the stars! The midnight showings are a riot. Be advised that if it is a very cult based film such as The Room dont expect people to be quiet during the showing, may have to dodge a spoon or two.

The best place to see Inde Films.

Watched the last black man movie. Pretty good.

Nice old school and friendly!

Love the old theater! So nice.

A gem worth visiting

Good

Old world charm...met the owner who was welcoming....discussed renting the Theatre and he seemed to be very accommodating. Clean environment with great sound. Perfect for couples night out.

A chance to see movies that wont be at the big cineplex - charming old theater.

Theater is old. Staff is nice. The midnight movies are so fun. Some of the best crowds you will ever see a movie with.We saw zombieland there, and someone passed Twinkies out to everyone in the crowd.

Watched The Farewell here. Parking is just a pain in Total Oak but this theatre was pretty cool.

Good selection of films, independent and foreign ones. Some you wont find elsewhere. Good popcorn also.

Being a major film fanatic, I love the movie going experience. At the Main Art Theatre, they have that feel of going to the movies as a kid but in an adult setting. It has a classic feeling that matches the variety of wonderful titles they play on their screens. Plus, the real-butter popcorn is delicious.

A gem of a destination. Cozy old school movie theatre with charm and quality entertainment. Great art house fair and midnight cult movies on the weekends. So much fun! Cool staff and plenty of alternatives to basic movie theatre snacks.

The seats might need an upgrade, but this theater consistently shows the best new and classic films.

I’m sure this is a wonderful place to watch movies, as stated by previous reviewers. However, upon arrival after a forty minute drive, there didn’t seem to be any signs of life in the place. Large groups of people waited outside, as the doors were locked. Phone calls to the establishment were unsuccessful. A sign on the box office said “returning at 1:30”, though by that time there was still no sign of anyone. Coming to this theater proved to be a waste of time, which is very unfortunate, as I was excited to experience what other reviewers had.

This is a Landmark theater, a national chain that runs more indie/art movies. Its older and wont have the recliner or rocker chairs but the theater is overall clean and comfortable.The choice of movies are good if you dont want something mainstream. Prices are affordable.

Landmark had been home to two of my premieres and they have been very helpful and welcoming. They truly care about the independent filmmaking community!

Great little movie theater, small town feel. Always showing new films, often ones that aren’t being shown at the bigger theaters. Would love if they served beer!

Okay theatre, seats are too small and not confortable to sit in and if people are talking in the hallway outside, you can hear them.

Very comfortable. No complaints.

Been loving the Main Art Theatre for a while now. Wide variety of movies..delicious coffee..engaging staff...a sweet spot in Royal Oak.

The theatres ok but the sound wasnt good. Saw queen of scotts here but between the accents and tbe low volume, we missed a lot of dialogue. Doesnt need to blow you out of your seat but loud enough to hear everything. Especially since 90% of ybe people on there were clearly senior citizens

Best theater I have ever been to, the bar and cafe was really nice too!

One of the last basic and cheap movie theaters left. Been going here for almost ten years now.

Great place to see films that dont play at big theaters, like Free Sole, and Science Fair.

Great heritage and location. Parking is a little challenging but still a fun place for a retro view movie.

Saw The Room and met Tommy Weissau. Great time.

Great arthouse movie theater