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2230 North Farwell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202

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(414) 276-5140
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Great atmosphere. Doesn't play a variety of movies, but its a neat theater to see. They also have a giant organ in the front of the theater. Pros: Unique Theater Cons: Few...

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Great movie theatre 8/21/2007

Great atmosphere. Doesn't play a variety of movies, but its a neat theater to see. They also have a giant organ in the front of the theater. Pros: Unique Theater Cons: Few movie choices more
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Milwaukee's Art House Cinema 3/23/2005

tychovski Provided by Partner
Where to go when Hollywood has you bored to tears? The Oriental of course! Independent and foreign films regularly make their only Wisconsin appearance here. The decor is original and gorgeous - red velvet, Buddhas, balconies and marble tile all make this theatre (despite it's division to accomodate 2 smaller screens) one of the most authentic in the area. And let's not forget the Midnight circuit - need your Rocky Horror fix? You know where to go... Pros: Atmosphere, Selection more
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Milwaukee's Art House Cinema 3/23/2005

Where to go when Hollywood has you bored to tears? The Oriental of course! Independent and foreign films regularly make their only Wisconsin appearance here. The decor is original and gorgeous - red velvet, Buddhas, balconies and marble tile all make this theatre (despite it's division to accomodate 2 smaller screens) one of the most authentic in the area. And let's not forget the Midnight circuit - need your Rocky Horror fix? You know where to go... Pros: Atmosphere, Selection more
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Milwaukee's Art House Cinema 3/23/2005

Where to go when Hollywood has you bored to tears? The Oriental of course! Independent and foreign films regularly make their only Wisconsin appearance here. The decor is original and gorgeous - red velvet, Buddhas, balconies and marble tile all make this theatre (despite it's division to accomodate 2 smaller screens) one of the most authentic in the area. And let's not forget the Midnight circuit - need your Rocky Horror fix? You know where to go... Pros: Atmosphere, Selection more
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Wonderful interiors, choice arty movies 12/31/2004

coolcat2005 Provided by Partner
This is an out of the world theater, a cure for the faceless multiplex behemoths. The interiors are decorated with chandeliers, overlooking balconies (non functional), and sculpture pieces. I discerned a Buddhist influence with crouching lions and Buddha-sque carvings on the chandeliers. The lounge is laid out with a plush carpet and there are a few seats you can relax on if you reach early. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful. I may be particularly biased since I saw a memorable movie there - Sideways. Pros: Great decor, Choice movies, Arty feel more
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Wonderful interiors, choice arty movies 12/31/2004

This is an out of the world theater, a cure for the faceless multiplex behemoths. The interiors are decorated with chandeliers, overlooking balconies (non functional), and sculpture pieces. I discerned a Buddhist influence with crouching lions and Buddha-sque carvings on the chandeliers. The lounge is laid out with a plush carpet and there are a few seats you can relax on if you reach early. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful. I may be particularly biased since I saw a memorable movie there - Sideways. Pros: Great decor, Choice movies, Arty feel more
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Wonderful interiors, choice arty movies 12/31/2004

This is an out of the world theater, a cure for the faceless multiplex behemoths. The interiors are decorated with chandeliers, overlooking balconies (non functional), and sculpture pieces. I discerned a Buddhist influence with crouching lions and Buddha-sque carvings on the chandeliers. The lounge is laid out with a plush carpet and there are a few seats you can relax on if you reach early. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful. I may be particularly biased since I saw a memorable movie there - Sideways. Pros: Great decor, Choice movies, Arty feel more
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Nostagic hipness 11/28/2003

The Oriental takes you into an era of ornate historical elegance and comfort. The theatre surrounds you with historical architecture and design, restored to its original beauty. Enjoy the pipe organist before the main show and marvel as he sinks into the floor of the stage right before the show begins. No better place to view an IFC flick. Go for eats to the Apollo afterwards for delicious Greek food in a clean casual environment. Pros: beautiful, historical, cozy more
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Nostagic hipness 11/28/2003

The Oriental takes you into an era of ornate historical elegance and comfort. The theatre surrounds you with historical architecture and design, restored to its original beauty. Enjoy the pipe organist before the main show and marvel as he sinks into the floor of the stage right before the show begins. No better place to view an IFC flick. Go for eats to the Apollo afterwards for delicious Greek food in a clean casual environment. Pros: beautiful, historical, cozy more
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Nostagic hipness 11/28/2003

tojopa Provided by Partner
The Oriental takes you into an era of ornate historical elegance and comfort. The theatre surrounds you with historical architecture and design, restored to its original beauty. Enjoy the pipe organist before the main show and marvel as he sinks into the floor of the stage right before the show begins. No better place to view an IFC flick. Go for eats to the Apollo afterwards for delicious Greek food in a clean casual environment. Pros: beautiful, historical, cozy more
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best in brewtown 6/13/2002

for decades the Oriental has been the best and often only choice to see a quality film in milwaukee. the best selection (w/ its sister theatre, the downer) by far. great concessions. great decor. the only way to go. Pros: decor, selection, concessions more
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best in brewtown 6/13/2002

for decades the Oriental has been the best and often only choice to see a quality film in milwaukee. the best selection (w/ its sister theatre, the downer) by far. great concessions. great decor. the only way to go. Pros: decor, selection, concessions more
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best in brewtown 6/13/2002

manure Provided by Partner
for decades the Oriental has been the best and often only choice to see a quality film in milwaukee. the best selection (w/ its sister theatre, the downer) by far. great concessions. great decor. the only way to go. Pros: decor, selection, concessions more
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