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M
3 years ago

Bless all you who work at this unassuming little e...

Bless all you who work at this unassuming little establishment. The key word here being little, because even though I can enjoy some new German expressionism just about anywhere, I d be delusional to not feel the blood all but clotting behind my knees when seated in the theatre. But, where NWFF lacks room for expansion, they do well to go beyond the literal and open up the grounds to more than just film. Please play some new Taiwanese cinema (A City of Sadness if you do requests) and I will be back, ready for my legs to fall asleep.

V
3 years ago

I love this place!!!! The small and intimate theat...

I love this place!!!! The small and intimate theaters, the staff, the great movie selections. I took a David Lynch class here as well which was super fun (if that can be said about Lynch). I truly enjoy coming here and supporting the NWFF!

J
3 years ago

The NWFF is a great, small movie venue. It feels i...

The NWFF is a great, small movie venue. It feels intimate and friendly. Staff are courteous and make this place feel like a community hub. Check out a movie or event here sometime! You won't regret it.

D
3 years ago

I love how welcoming and warm the area is when you...

I love how welcoming and warm the area is when you walk in. It's very cozy and I feel like most events that take place here can get very personal. Seems like there are a lot of event screenings here and also seen involved in building a better community and being aware of the happenings around the city.

S
3 years ago

Northwest Film Forum is a great place to host clas...

Northwest Film Forum is a great place to host classes, meetups, and watch films. Just by walking by you may not notice that it is a theater. This theater does not show big box office films but more local indie films. They have concessions inside with more options than big box offices. And this is surely a place that you will find others like-minded to speak about film, theater, shooting, acting and alike.

L
4 years ago

Simple and quaint. I had the opportunity to watch ...

Simple and quaint. I had the opportunity to watch my first Zambian film here, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Without their more independent focus, I would have never found the film and been able to see it in a theater. I just moved to the Capitol Hill area, and I do not know many people and do not know a whole lot about the area, but this place seemed to foster a great community for film watchers and filmmakers.

L
4 years ago

Saw a film in theater 1. Screen was small but imag...

Saw a film in theater 1. Screen was small but image quality was acceptable. The complaint I have is about the sound quality: lacking in volume, bass, and clarity. It seemed like there were speakers lining the theater walls but no sound was coming out of them, only some weak speakers at the very front of the theater were on. It felt like watching a movie at home using my TV's built in speakers. That's not an acceptable cinema experience.

K
4 years ago

Great independent theater. I have seen the childre...

Great independent theater. I have seen the children's Northwest Film Festival shows with my son's 3rd grade class here and I also watch the previewing of Maryland romadka is fiber documentaries that she is working on. It's a fantastic indie house!

A
4 years ago

Small local theater with interesting and unique fi...

Small local theater with interesting and unique films and events. Serves beer and wine and snacks. Great place to go for an interesting and unique night out. A lot of fun! We saw Moon with a live orchestra

Z
4 years ago

I really enjoyed the queer film fest here. It's ob...

I really enjoyed the queer film fest here. It's obvious how passionate the NFF folks are about film and about providing opportunities to share small or indie films with the community, and that comes through very well.

T
4 years ago

A crucial cultural space dedicated to teaching fil...

A crucial cultural space dedicated to teaching filmmaking and showcasing important films not seen elsewhere. But more than that, the Northwest Film Forum is home to engaging community discussions and regular events like The Seattle Process with Brett Hamil that capture what's really going on in the city of Seattle.

S
4 years ago

The sound system was very lacking in the theater w...

The sound system was very lacking in the theater we were in, and the people working the projector spoke throughout important parts of the film we saw (memories of fish). I don't know if the projector people knew we could hear them, but it was fairly disruptive.

Popcorn was pretty tasty though!

K
4 years ago

Went to see a selection of short films with my son...

Went to see a selection of short films with my son's class. It's a small indie theater with old-fashioned stadium seating. It was quite charming and the children were quite taken with the films from the Seattle Children's Film Festival 2018

A
4 years ago

Dedicated community of film lovers comes together ...

Dedicated community of film lovers comes together in this small space. Great staff and small selection of alcoholic drinks and snacks available before shows. A good non-profit space open to local groups and artists needing space (for free!).

J
4 years ago

An absolute essential for cinephiles--unusual and ...

An absolute essential for cinephiles--unusual and inventive programming with a community focus (but plenty of international auteur films coming through). Definitely check out their recurring events, like Moving History and Puget Soundtrack. Also the Local Sightings Film Festival, at which "Prospect" was a discovery.

W
4 years ago

I enjoyed the Dali documentary. The theater itsel...

I enjoyed the Dali documentary. The theater itself was cold and drafty. One person doing tickets, will call and concession. Could use some help there. And who ever heard of popcorn without butter? It's okay I guess, but so many other theaters do better.

T
4 years ago

I like the concept of NW Film Forum having expos...

I like the concept of NW Film Forum having exposure to new work, much of which is rooted in the community. It's a very funky place on Seattle's Capitol Hill and feels like you're in a private bohemian club. If your film tastes are more outlier than mainstream, you should check it out!

About Northwest Film Forum

Northwest Film Forum: A Community-Minded Film Center in Seattle, WA

Northwest Film Forum is a non-profit organization that aims to incite public dialogue and creative action through collective cinematic experiences. Based in Seattle, WA, this community-minded film center has been serving the local community since 1995. With a mission to support filmmakers and promote film as an art form, Northwest Film Forum offers a wide range of programs and services for both filmmakers and film enthusiasts.

One of the main goals of Northwest Film Forum is to provide a platform for independent filmmakers to showcase their work. The organization hosts regular screenings of independent films from around the world, as well as local productions. These screenings are often followed by Q&A sessions with the filmmakers themselves, providing audiences with an opportunity to engage directly with those behind the camera.

In addition to screening films, Northwest Film Forum also offers workshops and classes for aspiring filmmakers. These courses cover everything from screenwriting and directing to cinematography and editing. Taught by experienced industry professionals, these classes provide students with hands-on experience using state-of-the-art equipment.

Another important aspect of Northwest Film Forum's work is its commitment to promoting diversity in filmmaking. The organization actively seeks out films made by underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from low-income backgrounds. By showcasing these films alongside more mainstream productions, Northwest Film Forum helps give voice to those who might otherwise be overlooked.

Beyond its work supporting independent filmmaking in Seattle and beyond, Northwest Film Forum also serves as a hub for cultural events in the city. The organization regularly hosts live music performances alongside its film screenings - creating unique multi-disciplinary experiences that bring together different forms of artistic expression.

Overall, Northwest Film Forum plays an important role in fostering creativity within Seattle's vibrant arts scene - providing opportunities for both established professionals and up-and-coming talent alike. Whether you're interested in watching thought-provoking indie cinema or learning how to make your own movies from scratch - this community-minded film center has something for everyone!

Northwest Film Forum

Northwest Film Forum

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