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I go there quite often. I really don't notice people being rude or running in and out of the theater. That is probably because I'm focused on the movie and not my surroundings. I will pay attention to see if that is constant. Freedom of choice is great,isn't it? more

Pros of this location are that the screens are large, all of the seating is stadium (so you never have to worry about your view being blocked) and they have plenty of theaters. The cons are that yes, since it's co-located to the largest gathering place in downtown SS, it attracts tons of young people and the concessions are typically set a ridiculous price. As for talking and noise, the loudest talkers were adults in "Up!". The one time teens got out of hand, a conveniently nearby MC cop showed up and escorted all the backrow teens out to the delight of the rest of us. I usually go here because it's convenient. Indie films, however, should be viewed at nearby AFI. more

This twenty-screen megaplex, owned and operated by Consolidated Theatres, opened in 2004 and still feels quite new. Only a block away from the artsy AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, the Majestic is the place to go to see first-run, mainstream movies in a clean, comfortable and classic setting. Located on the corner of Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street, the Majestic's red and purple neon signs are hard to miss. To avoid a wait on a busy night, you can use one of the lobby's electronic kiosks to purchase tickets, or pick up tickets that you've already ordered online. The second level of the building is where you'll find all of the auditoriums and two refreshment bars. Most of the fare is pretty standard (popcorn, candy and soda), but more substantial offerings include pizza and nachos. All 20 of the Majestic's theaters have wall-to-wall screens and stadium seating. The chairs are tall and comfortable, with armrests that can be raised. Half of the theaters have Dolby Digital Sound, while the other half are equipped with DTS. While ticket prices are as high as $9.50 for an adult evening show, the Majestic offers a few family-friendly deals on weekdays. Every Wednesday, the theater designates its first matinee showings of two features as "Movie Mom's Club" events, where crying, nursing or sleeping infants and their guardians are welcome. During the summer, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m., second-run children's movies like "Curious George" and "Shrek 2" are screened. Tickets are $1 per child, and adults are admitted free. The Majestic is a short walk from the Silver Spring Metro, and ample parking is available in two nearby Montgomery County garages for those who choose to drive. Both garages are free on evenings, weekends and holidays. The Majestic's central location in Silver Spring may tempt you to stick around after the movie; plenty of shops and restaurants (as well as ice cream meccas Ben & Jerry's and Cold Stone Creamery) are literally steps away. -- Katie Aberbach, July 2006 more