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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Apr 22, 2022 at 5:13 am

ANGELIKA FILM CENTER & CAFE is a brand based off one theater: Angelika Film Center & Cafe in NYC.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Apr 21, 2022 at 7:09 pm

You’re basing the confirmation on the business name on a quick link on the website that has a max character length. Just like “Angelika at Mosaic in Fairfax” is not the official name of the theater: Angelika Film Center & Cafe at Mosaic (check what’s on Fandango for reference). Angelika Film Center & Cafe is located on every logo, cafe napkin, employee shirt and, most importantly, the logo on front of the business.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Apr 21, 2022 at 10:25 am

Do you mean the website: angelikafilmcenter.com? There are six nationwide Angelika Film Centers, with Angelika Film Center & Cafe in NYC being the original. Also, if you look at the banner on the website, it states “Angelika Film Center”. I believe you’re looking at a website organizational tool (in the top left of the home screen) that is not indicative of the site name, as much as it is a quick ID tag for guests to switch amongst branded theaters.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Apr 21, 2022 at 9:49 am

The theater name has not changed to “Angelika New York” and is still “Angelika Film Center” just like the storefront (behind the scaffolding) visible from the street reads, as depicted in the photo above.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Mar 11, 2014 at 7:20 pm

@zoetmb – You’re free to think that it is “patently ridiculous”, but hearing the subway is an infamous part of the Angelika experience, like it or not. There’s not many underground theaters left in the city, and being ride next to a major subway intersection has its good and bads. As previously stated, we have done well to compensate with the sound by more sound-proofing and enhancing the sound design to compensate for the loudness. Obviously, you will still be able to see it, but it shouldn’t interfere with the theatrical experience.

There is hope that all of the screens will be expanded.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Mar 8, 2014 at 1:03 pm

@ Mikeoaklandpark – Yes, it is still happily run by City Cinemas. I am referring to the management structure.

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dermycar commented about Angelika New York on Mar 8, 2014 at 8:11 am

@RHETT52 – Thank you for visiting the Angelika NY, though I am sorry your experience did not meet your expectations. The Angelika NY is under new management and we are addressing many of these issues, including enlarging screen size. Sound-proofing as been addressed and though you can still hear it, it is faint. Between additional sound proofing and increased digital sound (our largest houses are capable of 7.1 sound mixes), the sound of nearby train cars roaring next to cinema interrupting the film experience should not continue. Please understand that due to the location, there’s only so much we can expand the screen to – as we do not have the available space like the Zeigfeld/Union Square, etc. – but we are trying to have the largest screen possible, while also addressing digital picture and sound quality. Already there’s a vast difference in the experience, as we have gone fully digital, while still being 35mm capable. Being that said, faintly hearing the subway cars is one of the infamous characteristics of the Angelika – just as long as it doesn’t interfere with the presentation it can add to the experience. I invite you back to the Angelika NY to allow us to show you what made us one of the most vibrant places for independent and foreign films. Please ask for me: Derek, it would be a pleasure to meet you.