Venture up to Rugters University in East Brunswick, NJ. The campus and some local establishments are host to the New Jersey Film Fest. Films are shown year-round, and range from classics like Potemkin (1925) to modern experimental works.

Local Theatres - Monmouth County, NJ

Sorry this list is incomplete - I started it mostly to keep track of the theatres close to my house and office, because I visit them most frequently. The list has grown over time, and it's often out of date with respect to prices and technicals. But because I think the look and feel is an important part of the movie experience, I'll try to keep the impressions current. Please help me out if you have a favorite that I've missed.

General Viewing Tip: If you're at all dissatisfied with your movie-going experience, let the manager know. Theatres will usually refund your money for equipment failures and the like. Be persistent but nice.

Hazlet Multiplex

Built in 1994, with a large lobby and comfortable seats. If the center snack bar is crowded, check if the hallway snack bars are open.
264-2200     Voice: 264-9400

Loews (Sony) Eatontown

Built in 1995, these 15 screens at the Monmouth Mall offered lots of choices. Unfortunately, that doesn't always make up for the $7.75 ticket price and poor maintenance. Snack counters are slow, but well stocked. Loews' biggest advantage - the restaurants nearby.
935-1000     Voice: 935-0468

Clearview Theater (formerly Sony Red Bank Arts Theatre)

This small theatre is home to many fine films that wouldn't attract the common man. The screens are small, the seats are oddly tilted, and the audio system makes my fifteen-year-old home theater sound good. Easy parking, and a well-stocked snack bar. Located right in the heart of Red Bank, there's plenty to do before and after the show.
747-0333

Middlebrook Galleria Cinemas

Ocean Township
493-3800

Sony Freehold Metroplex

Freehold Mall
294-0888

Sony Freehold Cinema 6

Route 9
462-0600

Regal Marlboro Cinemas

Beach Cinema

Bradley Beach. Guest review: "Great prices for second-run flicks."
774-9089

Atlantic Triplex Cinema

Atlantic Highlands
291-0148

Strathmore Twin Cinema

Aberdeen
583-4141

Algonquin Arts Theatre

Manasquan. Guest review: "It's quaint, nostalgic (same seats from the `old' theater) and the people are friendly. Bonus: You can always get a good seat ... never too crowded."
223-6767