Landmark's Sunshine Cinema
(Now Closed)Indie Movie Theater
Lower East Side, New York
The folks at Time Out New York and Village Voice like this place. Would you agree?
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Natasha MoriniMarch 1, 2015Have a great deal for a economy size popcorn and drink that is perfect for one person and you don't feel fat after eating a whole bag of popcorn! Also the seats are very comfortable
Mitra SalaselSeptember 14, 2017They have a special Melt ice cream sandwich flavor called little miss sunshine that you can't anywhere else, so probably get it.
CarolynSeptember 8, 2012Great cinema. Thoughtful & varied selection of (mostly) indie flicks. Clean, well-appointed theatres & the best selection of vegan/diet friendly snacks (alongside killer above standard "normal" fare)
Time Out New YorkFebruary 1, 2012Couples visit this theater to canoodle in the dark while watching quality indie fare. Landmark hosts one of the best midnight-movie series in town, screening both cult faves and classics. Read more
- SpAcE cHimP LiVeSFebruary 15, 2016lease, is up 2018, landmark might not be around much longer, instead of Netflix this eve, we ventured out into the cold night, to view " touched by fire" , a reminder, to keep it real. :)
Lori LuoSeptember 4, 2014This independently-run movie theater will play some hard-to-watch films. I've seen screenings of "The Room" and Miyazaki's "The Wind Rises" here; keep an eye on their website for details!
New York HabitatNovember 9, 2011One of our favorite theaters in the city. It's mostly independent films and the atmosphere is cozy and intimate. Save a couple bucks and come here instead of the larger theaters.
Kathryn PhillipsJanuary 28, 2016Love this theater. It's always showing great movies that you can't see elsewhere in the city - very friendly staff and a nice atmosphere
One of the best cinemas in NYC. Always great movie selection, comfy seats and best of all Free Popcorn Powder!
The Corcoran GroupJuly 30, 2013Be sure to come here to catch a midnight flick, or really at any time. The selection of independent films can't be beat!
Great assortment of indie flicks and special events. Concession stand has lots of different popcorn flavor add-ons.
NYC PunkNovember 14, 2011I frequent this place for their cool midnight movies. They also play many cool indie films. One of the better art house style theatres in NYC.- L. T.December 11, 2016One of my favorites in the city. Staff is friendly and there's always a cool speaker or event. Great selections.
Umair ZiaJanuary 3, 2017Great indie and limited release theater with fun late night showings like The Room every month.
Really nice indie cinema. The bigger screens have stadium seating, which gives it a leg up over Angelika.
Jinnie LOctober 1, 2014Great part of ny history such a cool theaters. Don't forget the yummy popcorn topping ;)
Harry RaymondFebruary 20, 2016One of my favorite theaters. Indie films, comfy seats and friendly staff.
One of my favorite theaters in Manhattan. Concession stand is on point too.
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One of my favorite movie theaters in NYC. The movie selection is always great and they tend to have stuff way before anyone else.
Louis MattaJanuary 3, 2015Another classic indie staple of NYC ... A short walk from Katz's Deli & great popcorn
Village VoiceNovember 21, 2011Winner of Best Place To Take A Crying Baby To in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! Offer special screenings for moms, dads & kids.
probably the best arthouse in the city. but do try to come early. they barely show any previews, and depending on who's at the ticket booth, they usually refuse to sell tickets 5mins prior to showtime
Best spot to catch festival head-lining movies. Great friendly staff and nice theaters for sure!
Christina ChinApril 19, 2015Stadium seating which is nice and interesting concession food, not just typical theater snacks
Angeline BryantJanuary 13, 2017Super cute theatre. Great movie selection, as well as snack selection!
Janiejaner GrenierFebruary 14, 2011Forget lame popcorn add-ons and go straight for bagged caramel corn. Keep twist tie for vain efforts to control the awesome.
Beautiful building and comfortable seats but the staff is not a friendly and courteous as some other Landmark locations.
LuseanaJanuary 28, 2012Watch out for the ticket taking Nazi who stole our whole foods bag but let us take our contents with us in my purse. Yeah. I'm gonna eat hair product and mermaids in their theatre.
Truly a landmark! Always has great films. The interior is hip and oldschool. Going on a date there could help you demonstrate some value to your lady!
Jack HolmesJune 22, 2015There are better indie movie houses in New York, but this place has pretty big screens and generally alright programming.
Best movie cinema in NYC. Always interesting selection of intelligent films, great seats & theatres
A great slice of NYC history! Use to be an old vaudeville theatre back in the day
ShawnieSeptember 22, 2012Good selection of movies and on opening nights, they give opportunities to see free movie screenings.
They actually pop fresh popcorn here. As a result, the popcorn is delicious!
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Landmark's Sunshine Cinema
143 E Houston St (btwn Forsyth & Eldridge St)
New York, NY 10002
United States
New York, NY 10002
United States
Built in 1898 as a Yiddish vaudville house, the Sunshine Cinema offers first-run independent and foreign film as well as non-traditional programming.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:45 AM–10:15 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:45 AM–12:15 AM
(212) 330-8182
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