Best Video Film & Cultural Center — Attraction in Hamden

Can't believe I've been here as many times as I have without leaving a review. I started as a window shopper because it was so cool to just walk around. Come the new year, I searched thrift stores every couple weeks to find a blue ray. Once I did, I cancelled my Netflix and got a membership here. Best Video actually has movies and shows I want to watch. I cannot say the same for Netflix now that I finished Sweet Tooth. I'll just pirate Carol at the End of the World when I'm emotionally ready.

I love the staff, I love the selection, the atmosphere, the smell of the coffee, and the culture Best Video supports and encourages. You'll find what you want sorted by genre, director, era, new, old, international, family, horror, you name it. They have almost everything you could want.

What streaming lacks, Best Video has on top of community shows and events. As I'm typing this they're preparing for a music show but my stomach is upset so I'm just taking my movies home and having some toast instead of popcorn. Pay them a visit, look around, and drop them a donation if you can. This is a community cornerstone that is becoming rare in America....

When I lived in Hamden I would come to Best Video to rent my movies. They have always been very personable and we always able to recommend​ the "perfect" movie for those nights you weren't sure what to rent. It's been about 10 years since I have been in Best Video and it was due to many reasons. I live about 40 minutes away and because of technology I just usually use on demand or Netflix, Hulu or other streaming apps.

Last night I came back as they have opened store at night as a coffee bar for performances. Their coffee bar includes lattes, expresso, wine and even beer. I will definitely be back in the near future to check out other performances! Hats off to the owner for expanding the store for an even better experience. I was there from 7:30-9:30 with a 10.00 admission. Whether it is for the performances or for a movie, I...

Best Video may be the last video store in Connecticut. Just saying those words may make you think they are just like the last buggy whip maker in town.

You would be oh so very, very wrong.

Sure, they are probably the last video store in CT. But they are so much more than that. They have a coffee shop with free wifi. But more importantly, they are also a newly-formed non-profit cultural center. There are weekly music and other cultural events there for a very modest $5 cover charge. Which is money very well spent.

And of course, it should go without saying they have an incredible selection of movies, mostly DVD and Blu Ray, but even some VHS still lurking around. The friendly staff has a great deal of movie knowledge stored up to share for those times when you can't decide on what to get. Mike, Hank and Richard certainly know...