The projector in theater 7 was way out of alignment with the screen, by like a foot. Big white border on the right, picture spilling all over the black border on the left. The bare minimum I expect from a movie theater is the picture looking good. I've worked with cinema projectors before and know this probably takes a few clicks to shift the lens and fix it. Not hard. Seats are not all that comfortable either. None of that completely ruined the experience, I still had a nice time. The movie was great. But I'd like to at least see them pay attention to how their projections look. Really disappointed with this time but I'll still definitely go back. Hopefully I can leave a better review next time. read more

This was first time seeing a movie at this theatre, and I really enjoyed my experience. They were showing an indie film that I was not able to see in any other nearby theatres to me so I like that they offer some variety. The theater is clean and has DEEP reclining leather seats. I was comfortable the whole film and got to enjoy yummy truffle fries. Decent snack and food menu and they appeared to have a full bar. The staff was very welcoming and friendly too. read more

This theater is really nice! We were definitely in need of a theater in Pasadena with the Arclight closed. The seats were a nice surprise, with 3 controls for declining. The food options were good, they offer the classics and have beer/wine available. The popcorn was a little stale and didn't come out warm like it does at other theaters but overall it was pretty good! I wish there was parking available because that area doesn't offer the best street parking. read more

Comfy reclining seats. Good service. Trailer audio was low but film audio was fine. Popcorn didn't taste too fresh but it was still good. Popcorn powder seasonings and butter available. Not crowded at all. Would return. read more

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My wife and I absolutely love this theater. This is our go to spot if a movie that we like is screening here we actually drive from South Whittier to come to this theater, but it's definitely worth the drive. It is nice and quite very compact auditoriums but yet they are spacious. The staff are very nice. The prices are fair for popcorn and snacks. We are members of the theater as well and it is definitely worth getting it. I just want to compliment. The worker who was able to accommodate us yesterday. I accidentally bought a ticket for the day before he was able to arrange us some seats so I wanna say thank you for being understanding and respectful. I hope this theater stays the way. It is probably get a couple upgrades, but hopefully they keep it well maintained. read more

My favorite theater in Pasadena. It's small, clean, and very rarely over-crowded. Definitely more of a mature audience base.

I'm so grateful that Landmark Theatres took over the old Laemle location. I truly enjoyed being able to see "Driving Madeleine" there today. I drove an hour to see it, since it wasn't playing in my area. I wish that parking were easier, that the entry process didn't involve waiting in the same line for people ordering food, and that the seats were a little longer when extended. Still, it was a nice experience and I look forward to returning. read more

Terrible experience never go to this place, I bought my tickets via Fandango to watch Nosferatu on the 25th, we went there, they gave us a printed ticket with our seats assigned and we got in there and our seats were taken, we spend 30 min. Waiting for someone to help and they didn't help us. They said since we bought the tickets via fandango it wasn't their responsibility and they never took responsibility. read more

i haven't been to the theater after it converted to Landmark. Today I went to see Met Opera HD "Tosca" and the seats are much better than before. However, the screen is too small to watch the HD version of the opera. actors' head were cutoff, can't see the bottom part of the message. More importantly, there were no English Subtitle for the show. This is the worse experience for me to see the opera in HD theater. I specifically checked with Metropolitan Opera, and they confirmed that should be English subtitle on the screen. Very disappointed with my experience. Michelle read more

First time coming to Landmark Theaters to watch Past Lives! It was a walk over from the Lake station so I was a little later to the movie and missed the beginning. The ticket was $9 which is special pricing for Tuesdays. I thought there would have been previews! The theater is smaller but charming in its own way. The seats reclined and the AC was strong which was perfect after my heated walk over. A very comfortable movie watching experience that I definitely recommend especially on a Tuesday for a more affordable price! Clean bathrooms and there is a space out front for dining if you are hungry! The theater is also right next to Vroman's Bookstore and plenty of great places around to eat and shop at. read more

Fantastic theater! I went here on the recommendation from Amanda and Sean on The Big Picture podcast. I went on a quiet Monday, midday with my wife. The theater staff was very nice. The theater is surprisingly large. Very clean and the redesign is very nice. The chairs recline in more ways than I thought chairs could for a movie theater. I registered on the app prior and bought tickets online and their app is very good. We got popcorn and a couple hot dogs since we missed lunch. The hot dogs were very good and the popcorn was excellent. Their large sizes are massive. Parking is a little weird here but we parked at the Target deck nearby and had zero issues. This theater is located in a lovely part of downtown Pasadena and has a great selection of films. Highly recommended. read more

Overall enjoyed landmark. Good pricing in a nice area of Pasadena. The popcorn wasn't outrageously priced, was fresh, and was a great portion to share! The only complaint I have is that the seats weren't the most comfy. They are leather and fully adjustable though so maybe I didn't tune mine enough. Sound and picture quality are great as well. read more

Love this theater! They have great deals if you sign up for their free membership and a nice selection of common theater snacks.

Saw a movie here today, never been before. This place is awesome. The seats are super plush and motorized, they recline! We were in a very small theater but you wouldn't know it. There was so much room in there. The picture and sound quality were great. Best part is they have a full bar and the prices aren't bad. Beer is $12, they also have wine. They offer full bottles of wine and mixed cocktails in a can. The best thing about this place is that the price was cheap. On weekends they only charge $14. I'd say this a great replacement for the arclight and at even better pricing. read more

May 2023 I hadn't been to this theater since it was a Laemmle, pre-CV19. What a difference a change in ownership made. This location has gone from seedy, foul, and filthy, to pristine! Thank you, Landmark. You can order your *reclining* seats online. Once in the lobby, you can sit for a pregame drink or snack. The theaters are still small, but I'm fine with that. My only complaint is that the theater was freezing - bring a warm shawl, jacket, or blankie. Now Landmark....let's promote this place so you don't lose it! read more

This used to be Laemmle's which sadly closed. It's now a Landmark and was renovated. The theatre was very nice, employees were all friendly and attentive. The seats are now recliners and you can now reserve your seats. Had a great experience here and will definitely come back especially because they'll soon be opening up the bar. read more

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What an upgrade! This theater has thee best reclining seats I've ever seen and my bum has ever felt. The popcorn is delicious. They use real butter! I think. Apparently, they got a face lift last year and it looks great. The staff was very attentive and friendly. And the theater was spotless. There's not too many food options, so don't come hungry. read more

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Gonna give this place a B for effort. The progressive remodel is moving in the right direction. At least I hope it's progressive as the bathrooms remain something out of a scene from Trainspotting. The new recliner seats are a smart move. Although super stiff, I suspect they will increase in comfort over time like a good pair of Birkenstocks. Recently saw the movie Tar and aside from fidgeting in my seat constantly in hopes of finding the perfect position for my seat, foot rest and head rest, I enjoyed myself. On a separate note, I definitely appreciate the curation of films here. If not for places like this, cinephiles like myself would surely miss the broader and more diverse scope of film offerings today. read more

Shoutout to Josh for not only elevating my day with outstanding customer service but also for the spot-on movie recommendations! His picks were just what I needed for a chill weekend. read more

It's been eons since I had been to the cinema. And this Landmark Theater, brand spanking new, was a great way to make the return. The seats are like flying first class. The popcorn is fresh and plentiful. The smallest bag is good for three or four people. The bathroom is clean and modern. The staff is welcoming and helpful. I thought I was done with the cinema but this place makes for a very pleasant date night. Also, several nice restaurants and bars within a block. I will be back. read more

I saw John Wick 4 here. The renovation was needed; in fact, a buyer was needed to save this location, and Landmark did a very good job. Come on, people, Laemmle wasn't coming back. Arclight shut down during the pandemic. Anyway, I saw a movie in a small theater, which was quite nice for a change. I'm tired of giant theaters where people can't behave. At first the screen seems placed almost too high for row D, which is where I sat. Yes, the screen is too high if you don't recline your seat a little. The sweet spot is definitely the seat reclined and the footrest out and raised. I didn't sit in the last row, so I can't comment, but the seating and eye line are fine if you are in row D and recline. The seats were so new that you would occasionally get a whiff of the new fabric. I'm not joking. But it's not a constant smell that detracts from the movie. Also a bit distracting is the occasional seat-rub noise! Haha. People moving around invariably causes friction noises that do come out of nowhere during the movie. No complaints about the quality of the projection. John Wick, for example, looked great on screen, and the sound was excellent. I have no complaints about the movie/audio calibration. I have seen all the John Wick movies in different theaters, so that's my basis for comparison. Reserving and buying tickets online was easy. No complaints there. In general, this new Landmark is a good addition to the block of Vroman's. It just is! We're supporting Pasadena businesses. read more

Great theater, I love the variety of movies u guys show. I actually love how small it it too. I'm so happy to have a Landmark in Pasadena. There was one thing tho... my experience was marred by butter! (lol) Please warn people that when they get a small popcorn with layered butter that they are about to get butter EVERYWHERE. Your bags are not adequately equipped to handle a full buttering. They leak. It sucks. Maybe offer a box or something? I had places to go after my matinee, and now everyone else I meet today will encounter my unsightly and extensive butter stains. Stains that may prove difficult to remove. read more

I came here 3 weeks ago . I haven't been to the movies and years and wanted to watch a movie. This place use to be a movie theater we're they played Indie movies ... however they are under new management and have a new look. Fully stocked conseguir stands with beef jerky, different types of infused chocolates. The movie theater ha reserved seats where you can choose where you'd like to enjoy your movie . The seats are recliners and are comfortable with a USB connection capabilities... I hardly come to the movies (it's been 5 years) I'll definitely come back. It's a cool spot too just blocks from my home. read more

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Very clean with nice and comfortable seats. The guy at the bar was very nice and attentive. Yes I will go back. read more

They did a good job renovating the place and added a bar. I wish they could do more in the coffee department though. The seats are very nice and I think I'd come by for other movies read more

Love this theatre... it's like a mini Arclight. They have nice people, hot food, a bar, nice seats. Matinee times early enough for me to catch them. Love it! read more

Landmark Pasadena has the 3 C's. It's Clean, Calm, and Classy! I love that they have Topo Chico and Beyond Bratz for vegans. They have nice recliners in spacious theatres, and they bring classic movies every Tuesday night, too. read more

Easy to book tickets, friendly staff, clean, and really comfy seats. Next to Vromans bookstore so make a day of it.

First time at the new Landmark in Pasadena, which sits where the formerly beloved Laemmle Thester used to be. On first impression, yo think you are in the wrong place and entered a restaurant instead, since tables and chairs for dining, and a bar, have center stage in the lobby, right as you walk in. It was strange, but being a Wednesday at 1:00pm there were no crowds bumping into them. I wonder what will happen when people move in and out from the concession/ticket selling counter, to and from the theaters. I guess they will cross that bridge when they come to it. Employee was very nice. We were the only customers. The theater itself was very comfortable. The lights were dimmed as it's customary before the showing; it was so dark that we couldn't se the numbers on our seats. The seats are reclinable, although not the best around. Pretty stiff. I am 5'1", and kept sliding down until I was able to position it properly, that was king of fun, though. The sound was very good, always a big plus. . The place has been painted and re carpeted in pleasant and muted colors; there is a huge mural on the wall that used to show art by local artists, something impersonal that looks like a big ad. They needed to cover the wall with something. And now, the piece of resistance: the ladies' bathroom. It is important to point out that we used to frequent the old theater very often. It showed great movies, it was conveniently located in our neighborhood, and it had matinee and/or senior, and students, discounts. As the years passed, the ladies' restroom began to show its age. One or two sinks were often out of order, some of the fixtures were loose, and on top of it, well, it was not impeccable. So, in comes the Landmark, at $12.50 per seat regardless of time of day or your age or education status, boasting alcoholic beverages, AND THEY FORGOT TO LOOK AT THE RESTROOM. It smelled like sewer, an aroma the manager told me comes and goes and sometimes it's in the office as well. The sinks all worked. I can say that much. There were scraps of toilet paper on the floor, paint was coming off next to the mirrors...I suspect these people don't have a real, professional, cleaning crew. I asked to speak with the manager, a pleasant woman who wasn't ready to speak to me until she was safely positioned behind the food counter. I guess this is part of the training, not to engage with customers until you feel safe and protected. I don't blame them; there are a lot of crazies out there in an empty lobby with only a couple of seniors who had just finished watching a movie. But I can see their worry. No problem. In my best and friendliest smile I congratulated her for the new place, and explained the bathroom situation. Without missing a beat, she recognized the problem(s) and explained that she thinks that "they had only a certain amount of money and they hadn't had enough to redo the bathrooms. I KID YOU NOT. She also added with a friendly chuckle that they "don't want people to spend too much time in the bathroom, and enjoy instead the beautiful lobby, and the food". Again, I KID YOU NOT. Still smiling, I remarked that "probably those were not the best answers, you know, since I suspect that a bathroom that smells like a sewer (her words!) will surely put people off" and that they will lose customers. She vehemently said that no, they don't want that! I also pointed out its general disarray. She nodded. I was empathetic and explained that I knew it wasn't her fault, etc. I also explained to her that Pasadena is a small community, and that everyone was up in arms when the Laemmle closed, only to rejoice with this new opening. This meant that the community would also share the sewer smell in the vintage restroom among one another, and that it would not be good for business. We "Little Old Ladies from Pasadena" are a tough bunch. She said she would mention all of this to whomever she answers to. Glad to be rid of each other, we were still smiling as we parted. I have absolutely no doubt that the bathroom will continue the way it is for the duration, whatever that may be. We are not coming back. For starters, the beauty of the Laemmle was that they showed (and still do in other locations) independent and foreign films you couldn't see anywhere else. The Landmark shows standard commercial movies shown in every other theater. While we put up with the inconvenience of a not-perfect bathroom and tired facilities, we happily patronized a struggling company who was offering a unique product. The Landmark in Pasadena is competing with theaters at The Paseo, Arcadia, and Monrovia, all within a few miles from each other, offering the same movies in subpar facilities compared with the others. I wish them luck. Or not, if they don't fix the bathrooms. read more

I saw a movie here today and had a wonderful experience. The customer service is great . They have a good selection of food and drinks, including alcohol. The seats recline and it's a comfortable movie-watching experience whether you sit in the front row or all the way in the back. I will return for another movie here soon! read more

Friendly, great food, and beers on tap. I'm put off by stadium theaters packed with people and sound so loud it's practically assaulting. This is the opposite of that. Venue size was easily manageable, theater was comfortable and the sound was perfect. read more

Nice movie theatre, have been here a few times and had nice experiences. My one comment after viewing Kinds of Kindess yesterday was being able to hear employees talking to each other outside the movie theatre and at another point explaining the plot to two older women. Was sitting on left hand side near back row doors were closed and I could hear these full blown conversations. I think employees should be a bit more courteous in this regard. Take the conversation away from the actual theatre please! It's incredibly disruptive and a bit disrespectful. read more

My daughter lives this place cause of the seats. She's 7 and never once makes a noise just sits there comfortably

This place is AMAZING!!!!! They renovated the old Lemme theatre. It's so beautiful!!! Comfortable reclining seats!! read more

Great seats, VERY uncomfortable other than that. They keep the theater at 48 degrees. I was FREEZING the entire movie and just wanted it to be over. Bring a parka. I wanted to leave the entire movie. read more

i love landmark theatres! playing movies that you cannot find in regular movie theaters.

Very nice to see a theater still at this location after the Laemmle closed (and close by Arclight) during the pandemic. Now seen John Wick 4 and Fast X here and been a great experience both times. highlight are the super comfortable seats that recline. Small theatre but very well maintained and looks very nice and the best part is that it doesnt cost much given current ticket prices overall. $14 for opening weekend movie feels like a steal these days. Is within walking distance for me will be back for sure read more

Best place in pasadena to watch a movie. I have been there 5 times since they opened. I loved what they have done with the old Lemle theater. Prices are reasonable and soon they will have a bar read more

We love movies and like the Landmark selection, the seats are comfy but it's TOO COLD! If it's 65 degrees outside there is no reason for subzero AC! Bring your duvet. read more

I live nearby and love being able to walk to my neighborhood theatre. The closing of the Laemmle was cause for mourning, so I'm so glad Landmark opened in the location. Seats are nice- reclining and customizable. Snack bar is okay. Could use more offerings. Theatres are quite small, which is enjoyable BUT they have been nearly empty when I've come. The front of the theatre is SOOOO unwelcoming. It doesn't look open, and it doesn't look like a theatre. No posters for current and upcoming showings, the box office is painted over black. Not even a little inviting and not a great look for the neighborhood. Landmark, please fix this! Would love you to stay. read more