Egyptian Theatre
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Customer Reviews (10 reviews)
Kim Cooper
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2006<b>In Short</b><br>In 1922, Sid Grauman opened this King Tut-inspired theater on Hollywood Boulevard. Along with the nearby Chinese Theater, the Boulevard reigned as the setting of star-studded premieres. By... (more)
zak
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2006Overall they did a decent job, except the seating. The seats are reminiscent of the Concorde. Very very narrow. If you weigh more than 90 lbs. forget it. (more)
nickmistaken
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2005You can see a blockbuster at the Dome. The REAL selling point here is NOT the inside but the films (as it should be). I have been a member for a couple of years- not required, but you get advance notice and some special... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Feb 27, 2005This is a beautiful movie theater. They have lots of interesting special showings, so go the the web page and check out what's coming up. It's so much fun to go to a screening here, surrounded by enthusiastic film... (more)
mike13241
on Citysearch Feb 03, 2005This theater is by far one of, if not the best place to see old films. Managment creates a great lineup each month, and they always search for the best possible print. I was lucky enough to see films like "Lawrence of... (more)
Bossyboots14
on Citysearch Jan 29, 2003Fabulous place to see great and unusual movies. The extras, like interviews with the actors and directors are inspiring. (more)
KramSacul
on Citysearch Jan 06, 2003Don't be fooled. The only thing that was "restored" about this theater was the beautiful forecourt. Inside a black box of a theater was built in the auditorium along with a smaller screening room. While American... (more)
msb1021
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2002The Egyptian is great for film festivals. Short films, Actors, Directors, other themes (ex. Mods & Rockers; James Bond). Restored classics, sometimes with the filmmakers there for Q&A. Not the largest theater in... (more)
SGabriel
on Citysearch May 30, 2002Gotta agree that the inside of the theater is far less stellar than the outside. But I *love* the movies they show here. Saw 2 silent films here (with a small orchestra) & a coupla great independents. If you get on the... (more)
JaneTunks_Citysearch
on Citysearch May 13, 2002Okay, okay, so the Egyptian Theatre has been beautifully restored by the American Cinematheque, who do not dare to sully the projectors with any blockbuster Hollywood fare (gasp!). But walk into the theater and you... (more)