About Us
Visionary. Extraordinary. Earth-friendly.
Living Room® Theaters is a visionary new concept created by longtime filmmakers. We set out to reinvent the way films are viewed and distributed. And to change everything we didn’t like about conventional and art house movie theaters – from the film selection to the lobby ambiance, food, seating and service.
Welcome to the new evolution of cinema – Living Room® Theaters — the sophisticated yet superbly comfortable environment that combines a European style café and lounge with a relaxing place to see wonderful movies. Cinema has come to its senses.
In fact, Living Room® Theaters is cinema for your senses – a feast of sights, sounds, flavors, textures and creativity. See movies the way they’re meant to be viewed. Enjoy exclusive new releases and the most-talked about independent films that critics and audiences love – without waiting months for the movies to reach Portland.
Your group can also reserve a theater for a private party or special event. Or use our technology for meetings, lectures and innovative presentations.
Independent. Award-winning. Unlimited.
Living Room® Theaters is a celebration of great, independent films and filmmakers. We’re deeply committed to the vibrant, growing local film community. We also chose to launch in Portland because of active film lovers like you – Portland has one of the highest per capita film going audiences of any city in the U.S.
Our proprietary digitizing technology enables even first-time directors and producers to distribute their independent films – without the prohibitively high costs of making and shipping traditional celluloid prints. We are able to showcase acclaimed films and independent filmmakers, from local to international, as well as groundbreaking movies that otherwise might be screened only at festivals. We also premiere many films that have not yet had distribution in the U.S.
Our digital technology also expands the functions our theaters can offer. Films, television broadcasts, music, dedicated programs and other materials can easily be programmed and shown in multiple Living Room® Theaters locations.
Earth friendly. Energy conscious. Sustainable.
Launched in December 2006, our Portland, Oregon location is the first all-digital and only-digital theater in the country. This new concept offers significant environmental advantages. By eliminating celluloid prints and traditional distribution, we eliminate the use of chemicals like silver nitrate and reduce non-biodegradable materials and pollution. Digital projection is also more energy-efficient, from transportation to projection.
Environmental. Inspired. Inviting.
Located in the heart of the West End just south of Burnside from Powell’s, across from the new Ace Hotel, Living Room® Theaters is designed to be “a jewel box” on Portland’s cultural and entertainment scene.
We used natural materials and light to transform our funky historic building into a stellar space. A dramatic sculptural cedar wall invites you in via a “curtain” that flows from the exterior to the interior. The stunning fireplace, soaring windows and “make yourself at home” arrangement of tables, chairs and sofas in the lounge invite you to linger and connect.
Indie. Local. Community-based.
Living Room® Theaters is independently owned and operated with a specific focus on our local communities. Founded by filmmakers who wanted to elevate the cinema experience for moviegoers, we re-imagined every aspect of the movie theater process from programming to exhibition to lobby and auditorium design to food and beverage offerings.
Our film programming team selects a well-balanced mix of the best independent cinema, critically acclaimed awards contenders and Hollywood hits for exhibition. All digitally projected in 2K and 4K resolution with 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound.
Unique at Bottleworks.
Living Room® Theaters knew that being part of the Bottleworks historic renovation was a once in a lifetime opportunity and we went the extra mile to design our theater to be as unique as the district we’re proud to call home. Our retail, dining, service, and entertainment neighbors will give guests more to do during their visit with on-site parking and sidewalks that reward a casual stroll.
Once inside our theater, every auditorium has the most comfortable recliners in the industry as well as two rows of rocker seats so comfortable guests will wish they could take them home! Unique lighting customized for each auditorium wraps up the walls and overhead greeting guests as they make their way to their seat.
Space That Creates Place.
Everything is thoughtfully designed, creating casual spaces for patrons to relax, meet, dine, and drink, and interact, unhurried. Our auditoriums are comfortable and intimate while providing the big screen experience that is the hallmark of cinema.
Dining is essential to the Living Room® experience and our on-site restaurant and bar provides patrons with memorable nights out by offering options for sophisticated meals and drinks as well as traditional theater concessions. We offer beer, wine, and cocktails and quality sweets and treats to satisfy every snack craving. Patrons can also dine in-theater where every theater seat comes with an attached table.
Growing History.
Living Room® Theaters opened in 2006 in Portland, Oregon and was the first all-digital independent theater in the country making us uniquely positioned in the industry as theatrical exhibition transitioned from celluloid to digital. Our proprietary digital playback technology was made available to other small indie theaters across the country making it possible to not only stay viable during this transition but to flourish. Our second location opened here in downtown Indianapolis, on December 23, 2020 at the newly renovated Bottleworks district.