Brattle Theatre

The Brattle Theatre is Cambridge's only independent cinema, showing films since 1953. We play the best in classic, cutting-edge, foreign, and art-house films. We also feature first-run films, new releases of classics, and repertory programs covering directors and genres.

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  • Phone

    (617) 876-6837

  • Website

    brattlefilm.org

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  • Type

    Indie Movie Theater

Address

40 Brattle St (Harvard Square) Cambridge , MA 02138 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)

Comments / 38


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Kenneth McKlinski

Great rotating selection of beverages and snacks , with screenings of interest to a wide range of interests every month!

BU Today

Showing classic, independent, foreign, and art-house films , this not-for-profit theater is one of the few remaining to use rear projection (located behind the screen, rather than behind the audience.) Read more

Ryan Evans

The Brattle serves great beer . They usually have a couple of Cambridge Brewing beers on tap and big bottles from Pretty Things & Ipswich. Cheers!

Dana Villmore

Fun place to see old movies on the big screen . Concessions are reasonably priced, too. Don't skip the popcorn with real butter :)

SundanceTV

This place is great for indie films , dusted-off classics, hilarious series, fun one-off events & and awesome visits. They also serve great beer !

Sonia S

Such a cool theater! Tickets available for purchase at box office 30 minutes before showing; otherwise buy online with a fee.

Holly S

It goes without saying that Brattle is the best. Keep an eye out for the weird theater and anything in October!

Brattle Theatre

Amazing things are in store for you during our William Castle series when you experience EMERGO, PERCEPTO & ILLUSION-O!!! http://bit.ly/1sef5hQ

Peter Kuli

The selection of movies the have are great. I get exposed to great cinema from them

Christina

Now serving 5-6 varieties of Massachusetts-brewed Pretty Things beer in 22-ounce bottles, plus 3 Cambridge Brewing Company beers on tap , and red and white wine .

Katie

your go-to venue for classic, independent, international & documentary films . add a CBC brew & you're set.

Steve M

A rare art house theater. Try picking a classic or foreign film you've never heard of before.

Ari Jones

Old movies and cool special events . Beer , wine , and chocolate bars are great.

Lily B

Sit on the balcony to get away with laughing inappropriately during the movie . Catch their double features when you can!

Harvard University

Independently owned/run, this single screen rear-projected theatre since 1953 (built in 1890) is known for foreign, independent and classic films , and especially repertory programming. Read more

TC Kirkham

Best seats in the house are in the front right or left of the balcony ...nothing better in the whole area!

Eric O

Check the calendar for upcoming films - but also events such as book signings!

Anna Offerman

Join the e-mail list, updates are definitely worth getting!

Margaret !

Sit in the back inside the antique wicker lounger .

Lauren Plavisch

They put real butter on the popcorn , and the beer selection is pretty fancy .

Jamie McHale

They serve beer , nice cosy atmosphere .

The Feast

Screens classic films regularly. Go on the weekend for a double-feature matinee. Serves beer & wine .

Nick Scott

Don't forget to grab a brew, or two

Jake Smith

The soft drinks they serve are unusually tasty; I prefer the Ginger Ale .

Lauren Siegert

Best popcorn in the Boston area

FutureM

Over 100 years old, the Brattle Theatre is one of the few theaters in the country to still be using a projector behind the screen.

Bianca

Lots of great double features and fun series.

robin c

The concession stand doesn't take Amex (despite them having the foursquare deal)!

Kidoinfo

Great popcorn prices and a balcony .

Seong Hwang

Nice comfy little theatre.

William M Tammick III

Check out author events hosted by Harvard Bookstore .

BU Student Activities

Hey BU Seniors! Show your BUID and get a ticket for just $7.75!

Cathy

The Oreo ice cream is amazing!

John Saylor

Always keep an eye on the schedule. They show some real gems.

Jules Falcon

Why the helk don't more theaters have rear projectors !?

R. Andrew Holleron

Great Classic Films Read more

Ryan Evans

They've got a balcony !

Joshua Green

Now serving beer

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