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Sink into the city's comfiest seats for art house and documentary film from around the world.
Downtown Vancouver’s hidden theatre gem
Home to the Vancouver International Film Festival, VanCity Theatre is a hub for cinematic events and a purveyor of festival-style films from all corners of the world. The theatre was established in 2005 and incorporates the plush look of a vintage cinema, but with all of the bells and whistles of 21st-century technology and comfort.
1811 Seymour St, Vancouver
604-685-0260
www.viff.ca
Among VanCity Theatre’s many perks is their concession stand with a full liquor license. If you’d like some vino to accompany your French film, just grab a table in the concession lounge and the staff will cloak the area in a blackout curtain for optimal viewing on the large wall screen (pictured above).
With stadium-style seating and double armrests in the theatre, there isn’t a bad seat in the house. The decadent, red velvet curtains, spacious seating and high-tech sound system make for a luxurious viewing experience. It’s certainly not an atmosphere found elsewhere in the city.
The events at the VanCity Theatre are many; besides its film festival offerins, the theatre hosts parties, forums, private events and Cinema Salon, where once a month a special guest presents their favourite movie, followed by drinks, snacks and discussion. Vancouver’s own Gregor Robertson presented a movie last year.
The lounge and entrance area have plenty of seating and tables for pre- and post-movie socializing.
Keep your eyes on the VanCity Theatre website for upcoming movies and events.