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AMC Hoffman Center 22
Category: Arts & Entertainment Cinema Cinema [Edit]
206 Swamp Fox Rd.Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 236-1083
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111 reviews for AMC Hoffman Center 22
111 reviews in English
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Review from Becky H.
Ann Arbor, MI
5/17/2012 1 Check-in Here
This place is okay and easily accessible by Metro (which is a plus). The concessions stand seems to be more expensive than I am accustomed to ($7.75 for a large tub of popcorn? It's at most $7 over here in Michigan), and the parking was REALLY confusing... given that the parking lot on Eisenhower is closed off because something's going to be built on it.
Anyway... I'm leaning towards 2.5 stars, because I remember this theater being way better when I frequented it in high school. -
Review from Chris S.
5/20/2012
In the dieing age of movie theaters you think the customer service would be improving. 8$ per person for a ticket.
At home I have a 55' HDTV flat screen. For the price of admission for 2, I could rent 16 red box movies. I could get 4 movies on demand. I could order HBO for 3 months. In this new age, movie theaters will be going the way of Barnes and noble.
Hoffman has nothing to draw you in, unless you enjoy being in an unclean, crowded movie theater with unhappy workers. Stay at home, order dinner in -
Review from Shanae J.
5/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
The Hoffman is essentially the only movie theater worth really going to in the DMV. A little far out and real bummer to get to during rush hour, but it's definitely worth it. The theater is huge, clean, and the staff is very friendly. I plan to make this my new go-to theater.
And if you see a film before noon on the weekend it's only $6 for a ticket. That's a real plus in my book with skyrocketing price of movie theater tickets. -
Review from Susan J.
5/20/2012
Went here for a 6pm Friday movie...yes it's early, but it's tough to go out when you have a 10 week old. $39 for 2 3d tix? Are you kidding? We had comps so we only had to pay $8 for the 3d extra. Went to see the avengers; the room was small, but for an early show there was hardly anyone there so we had our pick of seats. The stadium level seats were comfy, but wish they'd recline a bit. Temp was pretty comfy with a light sweater and no sticky spilled soda or popcorn everywhere which was nice. The parking does get confusing...I'm guessing before peak time you have to come in from the mill street side, but during peak you have to come in the side closest to the buildings. We noticed security hired for the evening hours in the theatre. At least you know you will be safe, but short $100 after a dinner and movie date.
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Review from Dietrick H.
Washington, DC
3/25/2012 4 Check-ins Here
Definitely my favorite theater in the DC area. I've been going here since it was a stand alone theater. There were no restaurants and such around, only office buildings.
At one point, the loud kids were trying to take over. That was quickly put a stop to.
Hoffman is at the bottom of the yellow line, Eisenhower Station, but worth the trip to get out of the city.
The snack bar is too expensive, but nothing different from any other movie theater. -
Review from Ayana P.
4/28/2012
Eeeww!! We came last night for a late show. The theater was half empty but there was still no where to sit becasue there was trash in all the seats. I was grossed out and could barely concentrate on the movie. I swore I felt something run across my foot. We drove from Arlington because it was the only place showing the movie that late. I won't do that again.
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Review from Fred J.
Arlington, VA
5/19/2012
I used to come to this theater a lot when I lived in the area, but since moving out of the area I have had no inclination to go back unless friends want to go here.
The theater is Metro accessible which is a plus if you're the ambulating type. For those who drive, the parking situation may be okay for early showings, but for later showings, the outdoor parking is absolutely horrendous. I would suggest just going in to the indoor parking lot and getting a space.
The theater itself is large and well-lit. The concession stand is pretty typical of movie theaters these days. I would say that if the line is longish, one should just skip the concessions altogether. At a recent showing of The Avengers, the strategy that seemed to work best for people was to get seats and have the person who drew the short straw go out and spend 20 minutes getting popcorn, hot dogs, etc.
One of my biggest peeves is with the touted "IMAX". I refer to it as "faux IMAX", because nothing about the theater resembles the true IMAX theaters I've been in. As others have noted, the stadium seating is no different than regular stadium seating and the screen is not the outsized IMAX standard. I also noticed that the rear surrounds in the theater were mounted over the third row from the back of the theater. This is in contrast with many other theaters which have several sets of speakers lining the walls. The effect was that sound which should have been coming from the rear of the theater was actually coming from the side (or in front of those in the penultimate and last rows). Forget 7.1/SDDS sound delivery, this setup is pretty piss poor for even 5.1 sound! On the plus side, the speakers were set up for volume and bass management was pretty decent. In the end, though, the experience falls quite short of genuine IMAX.
As others have also noted, this theater tends to attract a different crowd than your Bethesda or Shirlington art house theater. I would recommend catching an early showing and getting ice cream at the Cold Stone Creamery afterwards over dinner and a movie if you want to really enjoy yourself. This latter part is kind of a shame since there is a Ted's Montana Grill and a decent Thai place right across from the theater. -
Review from Bob P.
Fort Washington, MD
5/5/2012
Like many have said this is a popular movie theater if you wish to see a well known movie. My experience was very nice, no one was screaming at the screen say "NO" overall pleasant day to see the Avengers, only real gripe was they started the movie late. And yes that is worth docking two stars. They are trying y'all have a good one TR.
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Review from Sarah J.
1/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
Welp, now that my beloved Old Town Theatre is officially defunct (tear), I better get used to the next closest place, AMC Hoffman Center. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice theater, albeit generic.
It's too expensive as most theaters are. The ticket lines are never bad which is great, and there are plenty of kiosks so you can avoid any small line that may develop. Staff is pretty nice. I can't recall ever having an unpleasant experience, but I'm never blown away by the customer service either. But please for the love of Pete avoid the concession stand and bring your own goodies--it is SO SLOW. Seriously, from people not knowing what they want, to slow servers, to them being out of x y and z, save yourself the frustration and bring candy from CVS stuffed into your purse.
Theaters are always clean, and the 3D/iMax screens can be fun. But I will very much miss the mom and pop OTT. RIP.Listed in: NOVA is for Lovers, Within Walking Distance, Meh...
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Review from Jennifer S.
Alexandria, VA
3/10/2012
The theater is large, generally nice, and the seats are comfortable.
The problem is the service. The lines are so long and slow. Sure, I understand that a movie theater is going to be busier on a Friday night. It's completely ridiculous for people to have to stand in line for 25 minutes for the concession stand. Plus you more or less have to park in the parking garage now (sure, it's only a dollar, but that's just another dollar on top of the super expensive movie tickets and concession prices) since they closed that front lot. The past couple times I've been there, I saw people running into each other in the surface lot. It's not worth it to go in there.
Also, don't bother with the pretzel nuggets. They taste good but after waiting in line for a long time, I would have appreciated a heads up that they would 10 extra minutes to cook. -
Review from Michelle S.
Fort Washington, MD
2/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
It's best to go during the week, during the day/early evening time. No lines, no crowds, it's clean.
I've been coming here since it opened and that's the best advice I can give. Go when you think others don't go, any other time, be prepared to be frustrated. -
Review from Monique M.
Washington, DC
2/12/2012
I honestly don't have any complaints. This was my 1st time time ever at this location. Luckily, the person I was with knew to get here EARLY!!! By the time we'd gotten in line (w/our pre-purchased tix) at 7p, we'd joined a line of already about 40-50 ppl in front of us for a 7:40 show. The concession stand moved pretty fast which is always a plus. They didn't have any pretzles ready, but that's no fault of theirs...*I guess*
The theater, itself, was clean. Chairs are a bit tight, but aren't they all? -
Review from Terri R.
Washington, DC
3/30/2012
I am bit delayed in writing this review.. And WHERE to begin.. We have been going to The Hoffman for several years now, but only during the week as the weekends are just too crowded and crazy! Our last few trips to The Hoffman, even during the week, have been very disappointing. Our experience on Valentines Day (evening) was no different. The crowd has changed at The Hoffman these days, making going there no fun. We saw (or rather tried to see) Safe House. The crowd was rude, yelling at the screen "RUN DENZEL!!" , "NO, NO DENZEL DON'T DO DAT!" and interacting with the screen as well, and on and on. Texting, talking on cell phones etc.. You get my drift.. When my son and i left, we were beyond frustrated and knew this would be our last trip to The Hoffman. Unless this is your idea if a good time, DONT GO!!!!! We will go BACK to Fredericksburg, or Annapolis from now on.
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Review from Elizabeth S.
Arlington, VA
3/24/2012 2 Check-ins Here
This place is a nightmare during saturday nights. I suggest you don't come here on a saturday night. It was a sea of people trying to buy tickets, nobody knew where the lines were, automatic ticket machines were broken so more people got confused. The in person service takes forever... they aren't really nice, just bleh. The movie theater itself is probably the better ones i've been to and also the sound and picture quality makes up for the bad service and unorganized ticket buying process.
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Review from Jeffery W.
Springfield, VA
1/19/2012 2 Check-ins Here
We've been here several times over the past few months. It's a nice place, but the prices are a bit stiff.
It's interesting that they have a police presence in the evening. -
Review from Melinda C.
Arlington, VA
12/27/2011 5 Check-ins Here
I live in Pentagon City, so this is the closest theatre to me. Well Regal Potomac Yards might be a tad bit closer, but this one has a tad bit more options.
Basically, if I'm going to an advanced screening, I usually have to go to Gallery Place, Georgetown, or Friendship Heights to see the film. If I have an AMC Gift Card, and have a choice of theaters, I come here.
Since I don't have a regular 9-5 job, I can go in the morning, which I love. $6 tickets with an average of 5 people at most in the theatre. Sweet deal. I can easily avoid the higher ticket prices, and the audience that "adds their own soundtrack" so I can't complain too much.
On a side note, I knew the theatre would be packed during the holiday break, but whoa! I went to the theatre to see an 11:00 AM show, and not many people were there at the time. When I came out, the theatre was PACKED. Yeah, I'll skip going to the movies weekend evenings, and past noon on holidays. I like my peace and quiet. -
Review from Erin D.
10/19/2011 20 Check-ins Here
Pros: It's big, clean, fairly new, has numerous theaters, is Metro-friendly, has plenty of parking and is close to different restaurants nearby. Many ticket kiosks.
Cons: The concession stands are unnervingly s l o w even when the lines are short! -
Review from Drew C.
Gilbert, AZ
1/18/2012 1 Check-in Here
The theatre complex is rather large and appears fairly well kept so bonus points for that. The IMAX "Experience" seemed to be a relaxation on normal IMAX standards as every other one I've been to wasn't labelled with the extra modifier. There were more seats than a standard IMAX and configured at a normal cineplex grading rather than the steeper IMAX default. The picture quality and sound were quite good but it just seemed to lack the punch that IMAX normally delivers.
Main detraction here was the line speeds. Admittedly the management can't do anything about people not knowing how to use automated kiosks using them if the want to but the lack of sufficient staff at the ticket window making the shorter kiosk lines seem more appealing to these people was a problem. Clearing the kiosks, our party of seven wanted a few snacks. Having arrived well in advance of showtime and even clearing the mire of the kiosks, the sluggish clerks (for both the customers before and with our order) at the snack bar caused half of our party to enter the theatre after the lights were down and previews were running. Overall the slowest purchase experiences that I have ever encountered at a cinema. -
Review from Marianne L.
Alexandria, VA
8/27/2011 5 Check-ins Here
This is the best cineplex in the area. I'm a huge movie fan and very picky about my watching experience. I've been coming here since the weekend they opened, seen more films than I can count - midweek and weekend, everything from opening weekend blockbuster to smaller independent films - and never had a bad experience. The only hiccup have been 2 power outages during storms, at which the management very efficiently distributed vouchers to patrons. I've seen films multiple times on all but 1 of the 22 screens.
My only disappointment is that they took one of their giant theaters to turn into IMAX (fauxMAX) but they did keep the other - these flank the main concession stand. I intentionally went and saw Avatar twice in the same week (theater 4 - Real3D, theater 5 - IMAX) and could find no reason to ever spend the extra $$ for IMAX here again.
Concessions are standard movie theater fare at AMC overpricing. If you're seeing a film on the upper level - ask the ticket taker if the upstairs concession is open and save yourself a little wait. The facility is well maintained. Plenty of rest rooms with a pair on both sides of the building on both levels.
I've never encountered any of the issues others have raised with the behavior of groups of teenagers. And I have no concerns for my safety or that of my vehicle because there are sometimes Alexandria police on site. I think worrying just because you see a police officer or cruiser is a little sensitive. This area has blossomed with several places to get a bite to eat or a drink before or after a movie, so there's a lot more people outside the theater than there used to be.
I wish AMC would invest in some digital projectors. But I hold out hope. -
Review from Hilary T.
9/17/2011
Big fan of this place! I'm lucky enough to live only about 2 blocks away, so we've walked here a couple of times. It's a gorgeous theater, friendly staff, with multi-level concession stands to cut down on lines. Theaters and bathrooms are clean, chairs are big and comfy, and I like the various theater sizes (smaller ones for movies that have been out longer, so you don't feel like a FOOL sitting with 5 other random people in a theater that seats 400).
Plenty of parking, or if you don't feel like driving, hop on the ultra-cool Yellow line (you know, the one that's always a surprise because you never know when it's coming), and get off at Eisenhower. It's literally right across the street. And I am using "literally" properly in this case. Not like "I literally laughed my head off," when my head is clearly still attached to my neck.
There are also some great food options in the complex, including Ruby Tuesday, Cal Tort, a Thai place, and Coldstone. Maybe not so great if you're into healthy eating, but certainly great if you're looking to indulge once in a while.
You should note, however, that for some reason, there always seems to be a police car parked outside the theater. I've rarely seen any altercations, so this may just be something that local cops do to prevent problems on weekend nights. Don't be scared - I promise it's okay.
Of course, I don't really like having to fork over pieces of my future childrens' college fund to be able to see a movie these days, but I can't fault AMC for that. They're doing a great job, so you should check them out. Just don't flip open your phone during my movie, or I WILL throw Skittles at you.Listed in: NoVa Niches, Entertain Me
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Review from Savannah B.
Burke, VA
8/29/2011 1 Check-in Here
My favorite movie theatre in Northern VA! I'm a huge movie buff, and AMC offers the best movie watching experience.
Hoffman AMC is always clean (even the restrooms) and boasts a very comfortable atmosphere. The seats are amazing - extra large, the arms raise to give more room, big cup holders, and they recline back for maximum comfort while watching your flick. The area is great too. There are quite a few places you can grab dinner or hang out before catching your show, including - California Tortilla, Starbucks, Coldstone, etc. Parking is a breeze. You can park in the lot behind the theatre for free, or you can park in the garage attached to it for $1- OR- if you're into public transportation, the Eisenhower Ave metro stop is literally across the street. Also, you don't have to wait forever in line to buy tix if you're paying with a credit/debit card. They have quite a few self serve kiosks, which are a breeze to use, and spit out your tix in a minute or two!
The one downside is the prices. Even the matinee's are somewhere around $9. I believe a regular show is $11.75, and IMAX is $15 or $16. The food and drink prices are also pretty high, however, if you get a Stubs card, you can purchase small drinks or small popcorn and upgrade to a medium for free! Though slightly on the pricey side, I think AMC is a worthwhile treat! :) -
Review from Tiffany B.
Bowie, MD
This place is pretty good... because they don't give you a hard time about sneaking in food... Which I always do... And the seats are pretty comfortable... tis all...
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Review from LeeAnn U.
Reston, VA
2/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Let's get it out of the way as to why I gave it only four stars and not a five star rating...the price of the tickets and snacks. Where I came from, the tickets was half the price during matinee and I get military discounts on regular priced tickets. As the snack/food cost...I can have a steak and lobster dinner for the price of two medium popcorn and two drinks. Other then that, the place is clean, lots of free parking, good selection of food establishment around the area, next door to a metro station, lots of leg room between the rows (not that I need it for someone who is barely 5' flat and a bit shorter on some days), and plenty of ticket kiosk so there is hardly ever a line to get tickets. That is all I have to say about this place.
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Review from Jess T.
Updated - 9/13/2011
I hate this place so much. It's where dreams go to die.
The manager gave us some free tickets because we complained about our awful experience the last time we went (see previous review). I really want to like this theater because it's close and the theater itself is so nice, but I will never go again.
I called ahead to see if they were close to being sold out for the next showing of Contagion. I couldn't get through and had to call back several times before someone finally answered. They said, and I quote, that they were "nowhere near being sold out".
So we drove straight there and find a long line of about 80 customers waiting to get their tickets. By the time we got there, I asked if they were sold out and they said no. So we got our tickets and went in to look for a seat.
You can guess what happened next. Not a single free seat except for one in the very, very first row where you'd have to crane your neck vertically to see the movie.
We waited in another, equally long line at guest services and they gave us a refund. While waiting, we heard the phone ring and ring and nobody answered it. That would explain why nobody answered the first few times we called.
The whole process of entering the theater to getting the refunds took a good 45 minutes off my Saturday night. I'll be glad if this place ever goes out of business.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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8/28/2011
Ugh, these idiot people!! This place is a magnet for adults who act like children. I wish I could… Read more »
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Review from Ngoc L.
9/26/2011
I have a long list of businesses to write a review but you know the saying when I do good no one remembers but when I do bad no one forgets? I'm actually not reviewing AMC but more so the patron that goes here!
This was my first time in this part of Alexandria and like others stated it's not "ghetto" IMO. It is out of nowhere with a few restaurants and a big parking lot. BTW, the free parking lot entrance is on Stovall Rd so if you turn inside the lilttel road that leads to the parking garage you have to turn around or just pay $1.
First impression was good, we got there early enough to grab the seats we wanted. You know how people space out one seat in btw. Well I knew eventually I'll have to scoot over if another couple needed it but let's just wait to see if the theatre would be pack. In the middle of previews, a couple asked a man if he could move over so they can sit together but he refused. I was shocked bc they were sitting in btw him! So I told the lady we will move over so they can sit together.
Then I walked up to use the bathroom before the movie started. On the way back I accidentally stepped on a lady's foot and she YELPED out "OH Bleep Bleep!" I apologized but she had to make a scene. Geez, she's lucky I wasn't wearing 3 inch stilettos!
I can tolerate a kid kicking the back of my seat or the occasional group of teenagers yapping or flashing their phone but I have not experience a few adults talking a few rows back throughout the movie as if they are sittting in their living room. SMDH! -
Review from Marie P.
Alexandria, VA
10/16/2011
Love this theatre. It's new, modern, clean and has plenty of screens, registers at the concession stands and a good amount of automated ticket kiosks.
One of the bulbs in the screen of a movie I was watching was out which made the picture appear dark. The AMC manager stopped the film and offered everyone in the theatre the option to continue watching or to go see another movie that was just starting. Either way, they gave everyone a free pass for a movie in the future. Since the movie we were seeing wasn't really affected by the slight darkness, everyone continued watching.
As some other reviewers note, sometimes there can be real jerks in the theatre--people who talk, text during the moving (so SO annoying), etc. But, such is life, right? Sign me up for a theatre where everyone is well behaved and engaged. I just haven't run into that yet.
P.S.-- If you go to AMC theaters often, consider joining "AMC Stubs", the rewards rack up quickly. -
Review from Mel S.
College Park, MD
12/12/2011
I went to the Hoffman for the first time to see Twilight: Breaking Dawn. It was HUGE! My sister and I had to race for two available seats because it was packed! The funniest part about the entire experience were the super ghetto advertisements before the movie trailers. Advertisements about some random Tyler Perry show with stereotypical black people and a pawn shop advertisement where people were shaking their bodies and waving money in the air? Then there were a lot of people bringing their babies into the movie. Why? Alexandria has really changed. Also! The tickets are expensive. I think $23 for two people? I typically spend about $16 or $18 for much nicer theatres that are just as big (Egyptian 24 theatre in Anne Arundel)
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Review from Alysha A.
Syracuse, NY
1/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
This is an absolutely beautiful when you first walk in the door.. However our theater was never cleaned between movies and the bathroom stall upstairs had no lock.
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Review from Thomas J.
Alexandria, VA
10/8/2011
I'd give this theatre a higher rating than this, but it's got some severe points against it. Specifically:
* pricing is higher than any other theatres within half an hour of my house
* the facility's "matinee" showings/pricing are only for showings starting before 12:00PM rather than the 6:00PM of every other theater I've been to - both locally or otherwise
* I get the feeling that a significant percentage of the people that come to this theatre were raised by wolves.
Those negatives aside, these are the reasons for going to the Hoffman:
* there's almost always enough automated ticket kiosks available that it's rare that you have to wait for more than one or two people ahead of you in line (if there's lines at them at all)
* concessions service is quick (even with lines, the lines move more quickly than at either of the nearby Regal theatres) and have a decent selection
* bathrooms and viewing rooms are generally well maintained and clean
* projections tend to be brighter than other theatres in the area
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Review from Rebecca S.
Washington, DC
5/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Wait, when did matinees start costing $9???
I like this theater. I go back and forth on whether I like it or the one at Potomac Yards better, but this one is OK. Its easily metro accessible, which is nice, and it has a huge parking lot, which is also nice. There are also lots of post or pre movie dining / drink options. And if you're into the IMAX thing, they have that too.
I RARELY go to the movies - I think 3 times since I moved back to DC last January? The $35 it cost for two matinee movie tickets, two bottles of water, and a medium popcorn is the primary reason why, but you get that no matter where you go these days. I'm ambivalent.Listed in: Around the (Old) House
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Review from Hilvic Ryan N.
Alexandria, VA
Updated - 2/7/2011 2 Check-ins Here
For my 20th one star review, may I present to you one of the most dramatic downgrades of a review I've ever had. I once rated this movie theater a 4-star champ, but after paying a ludicrous $34 for two IMAX 3D movie tickets, I am sending this AMC to the depths of Yelp hell.
Let me tell you what you get for this whopping $34. You will get one regular-sized movie screen. Not a full and overwhelming (real) IMAX screen, but an itsy-bitsy teeny weenie regular 'ole AMC screenie. Oh, and then you'll get fancy new 3D glasses! Wait, check that-- our 3D glasses were not very fancy, and very, very far from new. In fact, mine had several fingerprints on the lens. You can't even clean off your recycled 3D glasses for me?!
Another Yelper was way ahead of me in his 2009 review when he said: "Go to Kingstowne."1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/27/2009
Before this AMC Hoffman opened, I had to make due with theaters like the AMC in Rivertowne, which is… Read more »
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Review from Johnny U.
Arlington, VA
5/11/2011
Every movie theater is filled with punk ass kids at night and the weekends. I like an afternoon movie because your night is free for all the other fun stuff. Saw Thor 3D there at 1100 today and the entire theater was pretty much empty. Ticket was $10 for 3D and $6 for regular version. Not sure how much the IMAX cost but since it's not a real IMAX theater I passed on it. Theater was ok, but you could hear the theater next door during the previews. Once the movie started, Thor was loud enough to drown out the sound from next door. Concessions line was quick because it was early but they only had one person working and another guy just walking around behind the counter talking to himself. Everything looked clean from the theater to the bathrooms to the lobby.
Best part is that you can walk to the theater from Eisenhower Ave metro. -
Review from Scoobie U.
Alexandria, VA
8/9/2011
Would've given this place 5-stars if I didn't end up paying all this money for IMAX, 3-D and paid over $15 bucks for it (missed the mantinee). The IMAX screen really isn't a true "IMAX" screen, so I would truly skip it and get the regular 3-D. I did see that it wasn't a true IMAX screen on other reviews but felt that I needed to see it for myself...it wasn't a real IMAX screen so save your money for a soda and popcorn.
The theater was very large, and clean. Watching HP7pt2 in the early evening during the week the theater wasn't too crowded.
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Review from Vy N.
Montgomery, PA
1/5/2012
We came here to see a movie. First the ticket lady gave us tickets to the wrong movie then tried to argue with us that we said Mission Impossible instead of Sherlock Holmes. What happened to any sort of customer service? We went to the theater and it was totally messy. Popcorn on the seats, popcorn bags on the floor, and drinks still in the cup holders. Didn't even look like they attempted to clean the theater. They also started the movie late. I've gone here before and it wasn't this bad; this time it's just plain unacceptable.
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Review from Swatee G.
12/12/2010 2 Check-ins Here
sort of shady area during the night! :( and out of the way like crazy!!!
Uncomfy seats, nice butter popcorn! :p and too expensive for the location I believe! -
Review from Valarie C.
Alexandria, VA
11/26/2011 1 Check-in Here
The best place to see a movie in the DC area. Clean, upscale, and metro friendly. I love it!
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Review from Deanna J.
1/7/2011
Here's what I like...
This AMC has the most comfortable seats for a movie theater in the DC metro area (the worst being Courthouse, by the way.) Clean theater, lots of room with an art deco theme.
Free parking lot behind the theater for weekdays until 5pm. Do not pay the ridiculous prices for garage parking during the week! I made that mistake a few times because AMC doesn't advertise the free parking at all. Should have known to trust Yelp for advice (thanks Todd K!) And it's difficult to find the free parking-I got there by accident. Imagine passing the theater on your right and the parking is there; but you can't actually drive that way because there are barriers.
And here's what I don't like...
Prices are confusing, specifically the student/matinee tickets.
Theaters are scattered. When you exit your movie don't plan on...uh... doing anything else ;)
For IMAX shows, especially the first week or two they're out, get there EARLY to buy your ticket and stand in line. We learned our lesson with Avatar (while I was in the process of purchasing tickets, two shows sold out.) For Tron Legacy we knew what to do!
Nothing else but some random restaurants and a Starbucks around-don't plan on making an evening of visiting the area. -
Review from Venkatesh B.
Rochester, MN
5/27/2011 2 Check-ins Here
This is our favorite theater in the area. The parking is adjacent and only one dollar and there are many restaurants nearby. The theater has many self serve kiosks which we always use and has a variety of screen options including 3D, IMAX, and the combination.
The prices can sometimes be unnecessarily high ($17 / ticket for Pirates 3D & IMAX), but oh well its an evening out I guess.
Shh...the movie is about to start! -
Review from Kat S.
Seaside, FL
10/15/2010 2 Check-ins Here
An evil boy decided to woo me to the movies with deception of a milkshake beforehand at cold stone. I was not informed of the movie and it was a scary one. I cried. HARD. I don't like seeing people harmed, no matter how ridiculous it is. Its not my thing. I'm so going to be that mom that covers her kids eyes.
The theater was clean, and there was stadium seating. A lot of teenagers, but thinking back, I suppose when I was their age the movies and the mall are your only two sanctuaries.
Rowdy movie goers, and packed. I won't be back. -
Review from Todd K.
12/29/2010
I was very impressed with this theater. I went to see Tron Legacy in IMAX 3D the other day. The theater is beautiful, brand new looking - everything is so huge. Bathrooms are very clean.
The IMAX theater was very nice. Tron was worth seeing in IMAX 3D by the way... ;). Audio was superb in the IMAX theater.
My only issue with the theater, which is a general complaint with all AMC theaters, is that they make it very difficult to get the $6, pre-12PM, tickets for movies you want to see. This theater had all three flavors of Tron, the regular 2D, 3D, and IMAX 3D. The only showtimes before 12PM were in 3D and IMAX 3D ($10 and $12, respectively...versus the standard 2D price of $6). Getting pre-12PM tickets for junk movies is very easy, but good movies? Forget it.
Just be aware that my review is based on seeing a movie before 12PM. As far as I know the theater might only be worth a 1 out of 5 rating during peak times, due to mobs or whatever. But if you want to see a movie before 12PM, or matinée, 5 out of 5 stars.
Side note about parking. Free parking for the theater is behind the building at Stovall St and Mandeville Ln. I first made the mistake of turning on the street across from the metro - the only parking there is a garage that is damn expensive. To park, just make the turn off Eisenhower onto Stovall, then follow Stovall all the way to the end (Mill Rd) and make a right. The parking lot will be on your right side.
