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Ends Jun 19
The new film from Academy Award-winner Wes Anderson.
Wealthy businessman, Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate.
As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins.
Wealthy businessman, Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate.
As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins.
Monday, Jun 16
1:45 PM 4:30 PM 7:15 PM Tuesday, Jun 17
1:45 PM 4:30 PM 7:15 PM Wednesday, Jun 18
1:45 PM 4:30 PM 7:15 PM ...
Opens Jun 20
As a nurse, Coffy (Pam Grier) has seen the ill effects of drugs up close, but it isnapos;t until her little sister becomes addicted to heroin that she finally decides to wage a one-woman battle.
Disguised as a prostitute, Coffy goes on a killing rampage, at first going after street dealers and pimps such as sleazy King George (Robert DoQui), then gradually working her way up to bigger honchos.
Sheapos;s shocked, however, when she discovers that her ...
Disguised as a prostitute, Coffy goes on a killing rampage, at first going after street dealers and pimps such as sleazy King George (Robert DoQui), then gradually working her way up to bigger honchos.
Sheapos;s shocked, however, when she discovers that her ...
Friday, Jun 20
10:00 PM 
Opens Jun 21
A poignant portrayal of the diverse group of native people who endeavour to save what is left of the Brazilian Amazon.
It dissects the economic drivers that fuel large-scale environmental destruction, while exposing the corruption. Supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture as well as the Arts council of Long Beach, the City of Long Beach, and Port of Long Beach.
It dissects the economic drivers that fuel large-scale environmental destruction, while exposing the corruption. Supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture as well as the Arts council of Long Beach, the City of Long Beach, and Port of Long Beach.
Saturday, Jun 21
11:00 AM Sunday, Jun 22
11:00 AM Thursday, Jun 26
8:00 PM 
Opens Jun 27
Struggling artist Sonny Malone (Michael Beck) is trapped in a dull job painting album covers.
He is instantly attracted to Kira (Olivia Newton-John), an anonymous woman randomly photographed in the background of one of his assignments, but no one is able to identify her.
Visiting the auditorium where the cover was shot, Sonny finds the mysterious beauty, an ageless Greek muse, who encourages him to team up with old-fashioned Danny McGuire (Gene Kelly) to build a roller-skating ...
He is instantly attracted to Kira (Olivia Newton-John), an anonymous woman randomly photographed in the background of one of his assignments, but no one is able to identify her.
Visiting the auditorium where the cover was shot, Sonny finds the mysterious beauty, an ageless Greek muse, who encourages him to team up with old-fashioned Danny McGuire (Gene Kelly) to build a roller-skating ...
Friday, Jun 27
10:00 PM 
Opens Jun 28
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr.
Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist.
As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard Oapos;Brien).
Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named quot;Rocky.quot; Audience participaton isn`t encouraged...it`s ...
Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist.
As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard Oapos;Brien).
Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named quot;Rocky.quot; Audience participaton isn`t encouraged...it`s ...
Saturday, Jun 28
11:45 PM Saturday, Jul 26
11:45 PM 
Opens Jun 30
Filmmaker Louise Weard joins us at the Art Theatre of Long Beach for a post-film discussion and Q&A following a screening of her latest feature, Castration Movie.
A trans woman in trouble.
Castration Movie is a labyrinthine post-modern epic about gender.
The first part of this two-part film includes Chapter 1: `Incel Superman` and Chapter 2: `Traps Swan Princess`.
`Incel Superman` follows Turner Stewart, a production assistant who sees his world spiral out of control as he uncompromisingly attempts ...
The first part of this two-part film includes Chapter 1: `Incel Superman` and Chapter 2: `Traps Swan Princess`.
`Incel Superman` follows Turner Stewart, a production assistant who sees his world spiral out of control as he uncompromisingly attempts ...
Monday, Jun 30
7:30 PM 
Opens Jul 4
We`re kicking off our July 2025 retrospective film series CAREER OF BODIES: SIX DECADES WITH DAVID CRONENBERG with this special presentation of one of the directors early films, presented on a rare 16mm film print by See It on 16mm!
Friday, Jul 4
10:00 PM 
Opens Jul 5
A widow and a widower find their relationship developing into love, but their past tragedies prove hard to overcome, causing them to proceed with utmost delicacy.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Saturday, Jul 5
2:00 PM Sunday, Jul 6
2:00 PM 
Opens Jul 5
A paranoid, secretive surveillance expert has a crisis of conscience when he suspects that the couple he is spying on will be murdered.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Saturday, Jul 5
4:35 PM 7:20 PM Sunday, Jul 6
4:35 PM 7:20 PM 
Opens Jul 7
Documentary about the American indie band Pavement, which combines scripts with documentary images of the band and a musical mise-en-scene composed of songs from their discography.
Directed with a wry personal touch by Alex Ross Perry, Pavements distinguishes itself as a music doc by not only paying affectionate tribute to its subject but also unpacking the cultural philosophy it personifies.
Directed with a wry personal touch by Alex Ross Perry, Pavements distinguishes itself as a music doc by not only paying affectionate tribute to its subject but also unpacking the cultural philosophy it personifies.
Monday, Jul 7
1:00 PM 4:00 PM 7:00 PM Tuesday, Jul 8
1:00 PM 4:00 PM Wednesday, Jul 9
1:00 PM 4:00 PM 7:00 PM ...
Opens Jul 11
A car crash victim suddenly finds himself turned on by car accidents and becomes involved with an underground sub-culture of like-minded souls.
This July, we`re celebrating the master of horrors prolific career with the retrospective film series CAREER OF BODIES: SIX DECADES WITH DAVID CRONENBERG.
Dont miss this exciting kick off to our month-long series!
This July, we`re celebrating the master of horrors prolific career with the retrospective film series CAREER OF BODIES: SIX DECADES WITH DAVID CRONENBERG.
Dont miss this exciting kick off to our month-long series!
Friday, Jul 11
10:00 PM 
Opens Jul 12
A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core.
This July, we`re celebrating the master of horrors prolific career with the retrospective film series CAREER OF BODIES: SIX DECADES WITH DAVID CRONENBERG.
Dont miss this exciting kick off to our month-long series!
Dont miss this exciting kick off to our month-long series!
Saturday, Jul 12
10:00 PM 
Opens Jul 12
Come see it all, the madness, the horror! Two ancient evils are unleashed in this double feature of two Univeral Monsters classics on rare 16mm film prints! One ticket admits to both films.
Saturday, Jul 12
6:15 PM 
Opens Jul 12
100% on Rotten Tomatoes! On an empty road in the middle of the night, Shula stumbles across the body of her uncle.
As funeral proceedings begin around them, she and her cousins bring to light the buried secrets of their middle-class Zambian family, in filmmaker Rungano Nyoniapos;s surreal and vibrant reckoning with the lies we tell ourselves.
A vibrant exploration of family and social mores, On Becoming a Guineau Fowl marks another superb effort from writer-director Rungano ...
As funeral proceedings begin around them, she and her cousins bring to light the buried secrets of their middle-class Zambian family, in filmmaker Rungano Nyoniapos;s surreal and vibrant reckoning with the lies we tell ourselves.
A vibrant exploration of family and social mores, On Becoming a Guineau Fowl marks another superb effort from writer-director Rungano ...
Saturday, Jul 12
11:00 AM Sunday, Jul 13
11:00 AM 
Opens Jul 13
Come see it all, the chaos, the terror! Two horrible fates are unleashed in this double feature of two Univeral Monsters classics on rare 16mm film prints! One ticket admits to both films.
Sunday, Jul 13
6:15 PM 
Opens Jul 14
Take flight with the original 19411943 animated Superman cartoons! Produced by Max Fleischer (and directed by his brother Dave), these animated theatrical shorts were the first to launch Superman from comic books to the screen.
The pioneering animated adventures feature the Man of Steel battling mad scientists and giant robots, thwarting the Nazis and saving headstrong reporter Lois Lane.
Newly restored in stunning 4K resolution by Fabulous Fleischer Toon Restored, these icons of animation look and sound ...
The pioneering animated adventures feature the Man of Steel battling mad scientists and giant robots, thwarting the Nazis and saving headstrong reporter Lois Lane.
Newly restored in stunning 4K resolution by Fabulous Fleischer Toon Restored, these icons of animation look and sound ...
Monday, Jul 14
10:00 AM 5:55 PM Tuesday, Jul 15
10:00 AM 5:55 PM Wednesday, Jul 16
10:00 AM ...
Opens Jul 14
Three Hollywood-Wannabe friends (Jon Rudnitsky, Karan Soni and Cazzie David) team up with their kooky therapist (Jason Alexander) to plot a heist to steal Quentin Tarantinoapos;s personal 35mm print of Pulp Fiction from his movie theater.
Monday, Jul 14
8:05 PM 
Opens Jul 14
Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976.
Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students.
However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.
Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students.
However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.
Monday, Jul 14
12:15 PM Tuesday, Jul 15
12:15 PM Wednesday, Jul 16
12:15 PM 5:55 PM ...
Opens Jul 14
Muriel and her husband Lee are beginning a bright new life in California when he returns from the Korean War.
But their newfound stability is upended by the arrival of Leeapos;s charismatic brother, Julius, a wayward gambler with a secret past.
A dangerous love triangle quickly forms.
When Julius takes off in search of the young card cheat heapos;s fallen for, Muriels longing for something more propels her into a secret life of her own, gambling on racehorses and ...
But their newfound stability is upended by the arrival of Leeapos;s charismatic brother, Julius, a wayward gambler with a secret past.
A dangerous love triangle quickly forms.
When Julius takes off in search of the young card cheat heapos;s fallen for, Muriels longing for something more propels her into a secret life of her own, gambling on racehorses and ...
Monday, Jul 14
3:00 PM Tuesday, Jul 15
3:00 PM Wednesday, Jul 16
3:00 PM ...
Opens Jul 16
Notorious Baltimore criminal and underground figure Divine goes up against a sleazy married couple who make a passionate attempt to humiliate her and seize her tabloid-given title as `The Filthiest Person Alive!`
Don`t miss this rare chance to see John Waters` classis on a rare 16mm print!
Wednesday, Jul 16
8:45 PM Thursday, Jul 17
8:45 PM 
Opens Jul 19
A mentally unstable veteran works as a nighttime taxi driver in New York City, where the perceived decadence and sleaze fuels his urge for violent action.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Saturday, Jul 19
4:25 PM 7:15 PM Sunday, Jul 20
4:25 PM 7:15 PM 
Opens Jul 19
The angelically beautiful Catherine Deneuve was launched to stardom by this dazzling musical heart-tugger from Jacques Demy.
She plays an umbrella-shop owners delicate daughter, glowing with first love for a handsome garage mechanic, played by Nino Castelnuovo.
When the boy is shipped off to fight in Algeria, the two lovers must grow up quickly.
Exquisitely designed in a kaleidoscope of colors, and told entirely through lilting songs by the great composer Michel Legrand, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg is ...
She plays an umbrella-shop owners delicate daughter, glowing with first love for a handsome garage mechanic, played by Nino Castelnuovo.
When the boy is shipped off to fight in Algeria, the two lovers must grow up quickly.
Exquisitely designed in a kaleidoscope of colors, and told entirely through lilting songs by the great composer Michel Legrand, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg is ...
Saturday, Jul 19
2:00 PM Sunday, Jul 20
2:00 PM 
Opens Jul 21
THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND follows Charles (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favorite musicians, McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden and Carey Mulligan) back together.
Monday, Jul 21
1:30 PM 4:15 PM 7:00 PM Tuesday, Jul 22
1:30 PM 4:15 PM Wednesday, Jul 23
1:30 PM 4:15 PM ...
Opens Jul 23
Roger Waters, founding member and creative force behind the legendary Pink Floyd, brings to the screen his live show, Roger Waters This Is Not A Drill: Live From Prague - The Movie.
Directed by Sean Evans and Roger Waters, the film combines iconic songs from his Pink Floyd days with those from his solo career, encompassing a timespan of sixty years.
The show is a stunning indictment of the corporate dystopia in which we all struggle to ...
Directed by Sean Evans and Roger Waters, the film combines iconic songs from his Pink Floyd days with those from his solo career, encompassing a timespan of sixty years.
The show is a stunning indictment of the corporate dystopia in which we all struggle to ...
Wednesday, Jul 23
7:00 PM Sunday, Jul 27
7:00 PM 
Opens Jul 24
Travis Henderson, an aimless drifter who has been missing for four years, wanders out of the desert and must reconnect with society, himself, his life, and his family.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Thursday, Jul 24
7:00 PM Friday, Jul 25
3:00 PM 6:30 PM Saturday, Jul 26
1:20 PM 4:40 PM 8:00 PM 
Opens Jul 25
In an eerie, deceptively placid near-future, a techno-entrepreneur named Karsh (Vincent Cassel) has developed a new software that will allow the bereaved to bear witness to the gradual decay of loved ones dead and buried in the earth.
While Karsh is still reeling from the loss of his wife (Diane Kruger) from cancerand falling into a peculiar sexual relationship with his wifes sister (also Kruger)a spate of vandalized graves utilizing his shroud technology begins to put ...
While Karsh is still reeling from the loss of his wife (Diane Kruger) from cancerand falling into a peculiar sexual relationship with his wifes sister (also Kruger)a spate of vandalized graves utilizing his shroud technology begins to put ...
Friday, Jul 25
10:00 PM 
Opens Jul 26
Free admission to Art Theatre Gold, Silver & Platinum Members.
Set in 1954 New Zealand, We Were Dangerous follows Nellie and Daisy, two delinquent girls attempting to escape their institution.
After being caught, they are transferred to a remote island facility.
There, they form a trio with Lou, a well-to-do newcomer, and together they challenge the authority of the strict Matron.
As they rebel against a system, they find strength in their friendship, questioning faith and authority in a ...
After being caught, they are transferred to a remote island facility.
There, they form a trio with Lou, a well-to-do newcomer, and together they challenge the authority of the strict Matron.
As they rebel against a system, they find strength in their friendship, questioning faith and authority in a ...
Saturday, Jul 26
11:00 AM Sunday, Jul 27
11:00 AM 
Opens Jul 28
Noam, a closeted teenager in an Orthodox community, finds a love letter written to his recently deceased grandfather by another man before the Holocaust.
With a classmate, he sets out to find this mysterious person and uncover his grandfathers identity as well as his own.
Along the way, Noam learns about the history of persecuted Jewish and LGBTQ+ people during the Holocaust and learns more about himself and the identity he has been keeping hidden for so ...
With a classmate, he sets out to find this mysterious person and uncover his grandfathers identity as well as his own.
Along the way, Noam learns about the history of persecuted Jewish and LGBTQ+ people during the Holocaust and learns more about himself and the identity he has been keeping hidden for so ...
Monday, Jul 28
7:00 PM 
Opens Jul 28
A gay man makes a deal with his lesbian friend: a green-card marriage for him, in exchange for in vitro fertilization treatments for her.
Plans evolve as Min`s grandmother surprises them with a Korean wedding banquet.
Plans evolve as Min`s grandmother surprises them with a Korean wedding banquet.
Monday, Jul 28
1:30 PM 4:15 PM Tuesday, Jul 29
1:30 PM 4:15 PM Wednesday, Jul 30
1:30 PM 4:15 PM ...
Opens Jul 30
A U.S.
Army officer serving in Vietnam is tasked with assassinating a renegade Special Forces Colonel who sees himself as a god.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Join us following the film for a discussion of Heart of Darkness, the novel the film was based upon, lead by Movies `n Books Club host Stefania Priestley!
Army officer serving in Vietnam is tasked with assassinating a renegade Special Forces Colonel who sees himself as a god.
In July, we`re celebrating PALME D`OR ICONS with a wide-spanning retrospective screening series featuring stunning 4K restorations of these classic culture-changing films.
Join us following the film for a discussion of Heart of Darkness, the novel the film was based upon, lead by Movies `n Books Club host Stefania Priestley!
Wednesday, Jul 30
7:00 PM 
Opens Jul 31
Join us each month at the historic Art Theatre of Long Beach for an exciting evening of film trivia hosted by our very own film programmer, Kennedy Ghaill! Test your movie knowledge with five rounds of ten challenging questions, with surprise opportunities for bonus points along the way.
Gather a team of up to ten or play solo, its all about fun and competition! No phones are allowed during the game, so brush up on your ...
Gather a team of up to ten or play solo, its all about fun and competition! No phones are allowed during the game, so brush up on your ...
Thursday, Jul 31
7:30 PM 
25 Cats of Qatar
(95 Min)
Fundraiser for for the Little Lion Foundation of Long Beach
JULY 12th 2:45 PM–5:00 PM ~ External Ticket link ~Filmmaker Q&A + Giveaways!
Benefitting the Little Lion Foundation 😸
This screening will have open captions.
Not rated (nothing objectionable for children, but there are scenes with sick and injured cats)
Followed by a Q&A with director Mye Hoang and more guests TBA.
Felix: Dare to Dream Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion
(105 Minutes)
Felix: Dare to Dream U.S. debut at the Art Theatre Long Beach on July 27, 2025. Special Documentary Screening with Panel Discussion!
Sunday, July 27 · 3 - 6pm PDT ~ External Ticket link ~Felix, dare to dream is the amazing story of an
existential journey. Felix Leu, has been a pioneer of
modern tattooing and lead member of one of the most
eccentric and respected families on the international
tattoo scene: the Leu Family, a bohemian clan that has
made freedom and creativity its art of living. This is
not just a film about tattooing, Felix and Loretta's
story is about staying true to your dreams while sailing
the ocean of life.
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