Reviews of Cinestudio (Movie Theater)

Colleen Ann

Such a gem! Love the new seats!

Jessica Glass

Cinestudio is one of the best things about Hartford. It's very fortunate that an independent theater with programming and presentation technology of this caliber exists where it does and for how long it has. From the Voice of the Theater speakers with tube amp sound system to the gorgeous digital cinema projector and excellent lens, to the scalloped curtain and the real wool fiber woven carpet with the Cinestudio logo, this is a movie-goer's dream palace. AND they screen 35mm and 70mm films from FILM PROJECTORS! As an added bonus one of the co-founders, the very knowledgeable and passionate James Hanley is often available for impromptu discussions after the films.

Edward Porter

Great spot to see movies. They sometimes show 70mm film prints.

Geoffrey Hansen

Great movie theater, good off mainstream showings.

Fred Howard

I basically loathe going to the movies but will gladly go back to Cinastudio! Old-timey vibes with great picture and sound quality. Other reviews say that you can bring food but we attempted tonight and they said that they don't allow food- heads up! They do have a soda machine though. Anyways, totally cool theater playing interesting movies located on a beautiful campus- I'll definitely be back!

Benjamin Tautges

A true local gem. Delightful movie house for intriguing and beautiful films.

Andrew Newman

Hands down the best art house in Connecticut

Clifford Pelletier

This was the first time I have been at Cinestudio in years. The new seats and projection system are a big improvement.

Debbir P

Great movie

Eric Bergman

This place is such a treat for film fans. Have seen so many great films here over the years. I've even taken some field trips here for my students during the day. So welcoming and a true film experience. James is wonderful.

Doug Alexander

Great old school seats. Saw 70mm 2001 today which was great. Seats are old school too and. O concessions other than a soda machine so bring your own snacks

Marc Gottesdiener

Always terrific special movies here! Terrific screenings and still undiscovered.

Ashely Bonertz

Awesome time with different themed movies! Check out the schedule!

Alecia Arrey

I basically loathe going to the movies but will gladly go back to Cinastudio! Old-timey vibes with great picture and sound quality. Other reviews say that you can bring food but we attempted tonight and they said that they don't allow food- heads up! They do have a soda machine though.

Monica Perez

Great movie

jeffrey sanders

Cinestudio is one of Hartford's treasures. One of my fond memories of my years living there was trudging across Trinity's campus on a Friday or Saturday night towards the red lantern at the doorway to the theater. I saw a lot of really cool movies there - Bullets Over Broadway, the cleaned up re-release of Vertigo, Le Cercle Rouge (!) - made all the cooler because I could watch them from a balcony seat in a theater with a lot of character.

John Bates

2001...original theatrical release..wow

Colleen Ann

Such a gem! Love the new seats!

Jessica Glass

Cinestudio is one of the best things about Hartford. It's very fortunate that an independent theater with programming and presentation technology of this caliber exists where it does and for how long it has. From the Voice of the Theater speakers with tube amp sound system to the gorgeous digital cinema projector and excellent lens, to the scalloped curtain and the real wool fiber woven carpet with the Cinestudio logo, this is a movie-goer's dream palace. AND they screen 35mm and 70mm films from FILM PROJECTORS! As an added bonus one of the co-founders, the very knowledgeable and passionate James Hanley is often available for impromptu discussions after the films.

Edward Porter

Great spot to see movies. They sometimes show 70mm film prints.

Geoffrey Hansen

Great movie theater, good off mainstream showings.

Fred Howard

I basically loathe going to the movies but will gladly go back to Cinastudio! Old-timey vibes with great picture and sound quality. Other reviews say that you can bring food but we attempted tonight and they said that they don't allow food- heads up! They do have a soda machine though. Anyways, totally cool theater playing interesting movies located on a beautiful campus- I'll definitely be back!

Benjamin Tautges

A true local gem. Delightful movie house for intriguing and beautiful films.

Andrew Newman

Hands down the best art house in Connecticut

Clifford Pelletier

This was the first time I have been at Cinestudio in years. The new seats and projection system are a big improvement.

Debbir P

Great movie

Doug Alexander

Great old school seats. Saw 70mm 2001 today which was great. Seats are old school too and. O concessions other than a soda machine so bring your own snacks

Marc Gottesdiener

Always terrific special movies here! Terrific screenings and still undiscovered.

Ashely Bonertz

Awesome time with different themed movies! Check out the schedule!

Alecia Arrey

I basically loathe going to the movies but will gladly go back to Cinastudio! Old-timey vibes with great picture and sound quality. Other reviews say that you can bring food but we attempted tonight and they said that they don't allow food- heads up! They do have a soda machine though.

jeffrey sanders

Cinestudio is one of Hartford's treasures. One of my fond memories of my years living there was trudging across Trinity's campus on a Friday or Saturday night towards the red lantern at the doorway to the theater. I saw a lot of really cool movies there - Bullets Over Broadway, the cleaned up re-release of Vertigo, Le Cercle Rouge (!) - made all the cooler because I could watch them from a balcony seat in a theater with a lot of character.

N.E.W W

An under-appreciated resource for Hartford

Anne MacPherson

This theater is incredible! A cinema nerd's dream ♡

James Palma

Grand old Theater

Rob Peters

Always enjoy the setting for a good cinematic experience. Glory was a protrayal of good goes bad & self-centered behavior leads tragic events

mmchirico .

Wonderful old world Cinema with smart movie lineup. A long-standing independent theater within thr beautiful setting of Trinity College quad.. A gem of Hartford.

Timothy McDermott

Remarkable atmosphere, incredible staff and excellent audio-visual quality. A wonderful experience to have.

N.E.W W

An under-appreciated resource for Hartford

James Palma

Grand old Theater

Rob Peters

Always enjoy the setting for a good cinematic experience. Glory was a protrayal of good goes bad & self-centered behavior leads tragic events

mmchirico

Wonderful old world Cinema with smart movie lineup. A long-standing independent theater within thr beautiful setting of Trinity College quad.. A gem of Hartford.

Timothy McDermott

Remarkable atmosphere, incredible staff and excellent audio-visual quality. A wonderful experience to have.

Kathy Frederick

I didnt love the movie but what a great theater. There is no better place to see a film.

Dave Sacerdote

Cinestudio is a wonderful little independent cinema which marches to its own unique beat. Because they maintain 35mm and 70mm film projectors as well as modern 4k digital equipment, they can show classic movies as well as modern works. As much as I love them though, I can't give them five stars because most of the seats are low and the rows are really close together, so sitting through a long film like tonight's Lawrence of Arabia means leg cramps and numb feet. And I would happily contribute to a fund drive to add some kind of ventilation - it can get pretty stifling in there.

YetAnotherHobby

Old time theater with movies worth watching

John Bachand

Awesome place, historic setting in a converted science lecture hall.

Anne Moran

Nice place

Felix Mangual

Comfortable and entertaining

Christopher Behrens

Great little theater to see unusual films and shows.

Dave Sacerdote

Cinestudio is a wonderful little independent cinema which marches to its own unique beat. Because they maintain 35mm and 70mm film projectors as well as modern 4k digital equipment, they can show classic movies as well as modern works. As much as I love them though, I can't give them five stars because most of the seats are low and the rows are really close together, so sitting through a long film like tonight's Lawrence of Arabia means leg cramps and numb feet. And I would happily contribute to a fund drive to add some kind of ventilation - it can get pretty stifling in there.

YetAnotherHobby

Old time theater with movies worth watching

John Bachand

Awesome place, historic setting in a converted science lecture hall.

Anne Moran

Nice place

Felix Mangual

Comfortable and entertaining

Christopher Behrens

Great little theater to see unusual films and shows.

Douglas Archer

Good spot in historic college and good movie night.

Robyn Pepe

A gem! Always the nicest experience!

Isaac Epstein

A real gem located on the Trinity campus in Hartford, CT. Highly recommended.

Juan Guz-Rodriguez

Great new seats and of course excellent service.

Patrick J Flaherty

Best place to watch movies in Connecticut by far.

Saeryn Wilcoxen

Delightfully classic theater. Definitely take advantage of any chance to visit!

Michael Ward

Classic stuff on a big screen

Thelma Raney

What a beautiful theater. Just like a circa 1940's movie hall with a scalloped curtain going up, it has a balcony and a larger screen than modern multiplexes. Seating is comfortable, not stadium though. It was easier to get to from I-84 than I-91 and wasn't crowded on a Saturday when all the Trinity students are gone for the summer. Looks like they have a lot of great events on their calendar.

michael landerfield

I'll list pros/cons so easier. Went for first time on nov 28 Pros: Quite Large selection of seats available, including balcony seating Cons: Almost impossible to find if never been there before Seats are very uncomfortable And I know visited it in Nov but omg the heat! Was so hot it made watching movie a pain

Gwen Steadman

Old world theatre. Charming.

Fred Fletcher

Great venue for great cinema, classic and current, domestic and international, indie and studio. With a balcony! And wonderful screen curtain ,.

Tyler Lean

Nice atmosphere but movies aren't that great

Bill Paglia-Scheff

Nice theater. Lots of comfortable seating. Balcony and lower level seating. Very large screen. I actually felt too close to the screen sitting in the 2nd row balcony, causing lots of head and eye shifts to watch the film. I also felt like the sound was a bit too loud. Could be personal preference or where I was seated but, it muffled some of the speaking for me. Tough time of year to get it right but it was warm in the theater almost too warm but tolerable. Over all I liked it and on Sunday night we had no difficulty parking. This theater is in the middle of the trinity college campus. They do offer a 2$ senior discount. Not sure of the age for that, best to ask. Safe location, fairly easy access. Was our first time here and GPS only delivers to the general location.

Alegandra Holguin

(Translated by Google) Nice place (Original) Bonito lugar

Peter Colapietro

Awesome selection of movies. Great ambience.

James Brown

Best place to see films...bar none.

Jeremy White

Great theater, great movie selections. Wonderful old school vibe.

Maria Ciannavei

Best and Only full size single screen movie theatre in our area. Classic and Current film schedule. Support this great organization.

Julia Marchetti

Great pace to catch an old movie or a new one!

Douglas Archer

Good spot in historic college and good movie night.

Robyn Pepe

A gem! Always the nicest experience!

Juan Guz-Rodriguez

Great new seats and of course excellent service.

Patrick J Flaherty

Best place to watch movies in Connecticut by far.

Michael Ward

Classic stuff on a big screen

Mark Dombrofski

a really gem on the Trinity campus!

Thelma Raney

What a beautiful theater. Just like a circa 1940's movie hall with a scalloped curtain going up, it has a balcony and a larger screen than modern multiplexes. Seating is comfortable, not stadium though. It was easier to get to from I-84 than I-91 and wasn't crowded on a Saturday when all the Trinity students are gone for the summer. Looks like they have a lot of great events on their calendar.

michael landerfield

I'll list pros/cons so easier. Went for first time on nov 28 Pros: Quite Large selection of seats available, including balcony seating Cons: Almost impossible to find if never been there before Seats are very uncomfortable And I know visited it in Nov but omg the heat! Was so hot it made watching movie a pain

Gwen Steadman

Old world theatre. Charming.

Tyler Lean

Nice atmosphere but movies aren't that great

Bill Paglia-Scheff

Nice theater. Lots of comfortable seating. Balcony and lower level seating. Very large screen. I actually felt too close to the screen sitting in the 2nd row balcony, causing lots of head and eye shifts to watch the film. I also felt like the sound was a bit too loud. Could be personal preference or where I was seated but, it muffled some of the speaking for me. Tough time of year to get it right but it was warm in the theater almost too warm but tolerable. Over all I liked it and on Sunday night we had no difficulty parking. This theater is in the middle of the trinity college campus. They do offer a 2$ senior discount. Not sure of the age for that, best to ask. Safe location, fairly easy access. Was our first time here and GPS only delivers to the general location.

Alegandra Holguin

(Translated by Google) Nice place (Original) Bonito lugar

Peter Colapietro

Awesome selection of movies. Great ambience.

James Brown

Best place to see films...bar none.

Jeremy White

Great theater, great movie selections. Wonderful old school vibe.

Maria Ciannavei

Best and Only full size single screen movie theatre in our area. Classic and Current film schedule. Support this great organization.

Julia Marchetti

Great pace to catch an old movie or a new one!