Guild Cinema

The Guild is a fun little theatre. Mostly play an array of cult classic films along with some lesser known indie films. Regardless of what they have showing, I find they almost always sell out!
I've seen To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, Rocky Horror Picture Show and most recently Akira there. It's always a lot of fun to gather with others that enjoy the film as much as you. I always wonder if anyone among the seats has seen the film as much as me?
I think they may have possibly a 100 seats? So recommend you come early and snag as many seats as you need. They have popcorn, candy and drinks so you're missing anything from a newer theatre. Come check em out! I am sure that you will find a film that love on their line up.

Wonderful little theater in Albuquerque, pay close attention to the schedule and go see the movie you want right away or it will be gone quickly

Guild cinema is a small theater in nob hill with one screen. It's next to some really fabulous restaurants and shops so if you're waiting for your movie to start there will be plenty to do. Even walking around the area was pleasant with the neon lights and a great atmosphere. Tickets are affordable and the owner Keith was there making sure everyone was happy. They don't sell tickets online but they say they rarely sell out so if you're worried about your movie selling out you can get there early to make sure you get a seat. This is now my preferred theater :)

The Guild Cinema is one of my favorite places in Albuquerque. They have a well-curated lineup of second-run and independent films. They have a variety of events as well. The theater can be rented, so sometimes there are events that bubble up from the community.

The theater is cozy. Yes, that means small. But I've never felt I couldn't get a good seat.

The concessions are reasonably priced, which is a surprise in this day and age. Admission is usually $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors.

The only art cinema in ABQ. Eclectic selection of films. Old, new, foreign, classic. One of the best places in town for movie buffs, to be sure. Staff & owners are friendly and accommodating. They all seem to love what they do. The concessions are reasonably priced - no $9 popcorn here! I'm not interested in every art/foreign film that comes down the pike, but if it's playing here, I just might check it out.

Neat independent theater - a bit on the small size but yeah, make sure you visit this place. It'll have a show that you've never heard of and well, life's too short to keep your head buried in some Disney owned franchise, isn't it? Lovely staff and great fun.

Ever since I moved to Albuquerque in 2012, I have been frequenting The Guild Cinema every chance I get. The theater houses an array of eclectic films every week with special events sprinkled in (Midnight Movie Madness; screenings with Q&As from film creators or local experts). Some of my favorite viewings have included Ma vie de Courgette, Airplane!, and Tickled.

The co-owners are super nice and work every facet of the business to make sure their patrons are happy and well looked after. Shoutout to Keif for being a true bro and letting my friend use a student discount recently when she forgot her ID.

I would highly recommend visiting this theater. From the moment you step in to the building, you can appreciate the hard work and passion that goes into every screening.

The popcorn is always delish and the drinks are always fizzy. Best in town!

I got my undergraduate degree in Media Arts right down the road at UNM. In this major, we were required to attend at least one screening here for each semester-long class--tough assignment, right ;). So, it's safe to say that I've spent quite some time at the Guild. This small cinematic arts theater has a little bit for everybody. They show experimental work, late-night cult classics, and even host some live performances. Tickets are usually only $8 and they offer student and senior discounts for some events.

I am most familiar with the Guild in their partnership with Basement Films, the only micro-cinema in New Mexico. Basement Films is operated by one of my former professors and they have an amazing collection of footage. The Guild is one of the few places where they'll screen their collections.

The Guild does a terrific job in providing a rich artful experience for all. They show films pretty much every night (check their online schedule or pick one up next to your local newspapers). I also highly recommend going to one of the film festivals they host. I've attended everything from an international children's cartoon festival to their annual experimental film festival, Experiments in Cinema, to Pornotopia (yes, it is what you think it is).

Basically, if you haven't already been to the Guild, just go. You'll see why it's 5-star material.

Albuquerque has definitely been bitten by the "Go Local" movement - and with good reason. So many fantastic small business offer quality services and goods with an added bonus of personal experience. The Guild is no exception. Whether it is that one movie you saw when you were five years old, or that really freaky horror movie you saw a trailer for, or some random Bruce Campbell movie (ty Guild for introducing me to Bubba Ho-Tep), they play movies that fit the preference of any movie buff.

Of course they offer movie experiences but they'll occasionally have events like comedy shows, community events, and other interesting event... thingies (Pornotopia anyone?).

The long and short of it: keep them in your social media feed(s) to catch those random movies on a big screen.

A fantastic independent movie theater! The movie selections that are shown are thought-provoking and worth the visit.
The Guild hosts a variety of festivals such as the LGBTQ film, Pornotopia, etc.
They offer student discounts with I.D.
The popcorn shouldn't be passed up! It's not overly salted and you can add so many seasonings to it (at no additional cost).
Beverages are actually affordable as is the candy selection, if one is so inclined.
The ambience and climate is just right.
Kief is awesome!

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