Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema — Local services in Birmingham

My first visit was for a $5 matinee showing of “Moonage Daydream” which was excellent, but can’t reflect on this review. No matter, because Sidewalk Cinema is a cool place, whatever they’re showing. All of the employees I encountered were polite, helpful and professional.

I loved the videos playing on several large screens in the areas outside the theaters. There were several seating areas for enjoying cocktails, beer and beverages, making this a good place to visit even if you don’t have a movie on your agenda. Sidewalk is located in the lower level of Pizitz Food Hall, so there are additional options if you need to kill time before a movie or just chill out for a bit.

I try to photograph bathrooms for my reviews, and did so here, but didn’t notice the mirror until I revisited prior to leaving. Nice touch!

The movie was in a small theater with quite comfortable seats. The showing was sparsely attended, but that wasn’t surprising considering it was at 2pm on a Thursday.

Now that I’ve had my first visit, I’m definitely going to be back. Sidewalk Cinema is a bright spot in Birmingham’s...

My son discovered this spot while watching a film for one of his UAB course assignments. He immediately sent me photos (I currently reside in NC) to share what a cool place it was. It's a non profit, independent theatre that features some of the more mainstream movies as well as lots of independent films.

While visiting over the Thanksgiving holiday, we went to watch a movie. I absolutely loved the "underground" theatre! It's so beautiful and chic, even when it's not decorated beautifully for the upcoming Christmas holiday.

All of the staff were great and accommodating. I inquired about a coffee at the snack bar (at 8:30pm) and they brewed a fresh pot for me! Now, the itty bitty coffee cups (by my standards) were a bit of a disappointment, but that speaks more to my caffeine use disorder more than anything! lol Unlike many of your standard theatres, this one offers alcoholic drinks as well.

The theatre is really beautiful and in good repair. It's also clean, which I appreciated. I am about to move to Birmingham and this will be a...

A sparkling jewel of a cinema that sends rays of superb cinematography into Birmingham and reminds us that a film is more than a filler between ads or the tickling of primal fears and lust. The foyer with its lights, comfy chairs that invite you to meet friends before the film and provide an opportunity to stay and discuss the film, the games, the TV, the popcorn booth, and the well-stocked and friendly priced bar, whose offerings include draft beers and cocktails that you can take into the theater, are the fantastic backdrop for a staff that couldn't be nicer or more knowledgeable. Go and watch a film without the distraction of the ever dinging phone and the looming chores that creep into your peripherals when watching TV. Actually, they do have quite a few events that are educational and/or entertaining and absolutely worthwhile...