1 / 2Aero Theatre
๐ Wilshire Montana, CA
Historic Santa Monica cinema run by American Cinematheque, specialising in classic films, retrospectives, and art house screenings. Features modern seating and excellent projection quality with filmmaker Q&As and special festival programming.
A truly classic Los Angeles movie theater. Itโs relaxed neighborhood vibe and old Hollywood charm combined with modern seating and excellent picture and sound quality make for an amazing movie experience. The American Cinematheque runs the theatre and they do an excellent job of programming the schedule. Every genre and decade of film classics from around the world are represented, from silents to modern classics, you absolutely canโt go wrong. It really gives you the freedom to choose any movie on the schedule and know itโll be a great experience. Whether itโs a cool new discovery or a trip down memory lane, theyโve got you covered. Lots of great places to eat and drink in the neighborhood, very safe and walkable coastal location. Fun fact, the Aero is the theater Travolta & Russo meet up after a showing of the film โTouch Of Evilโ in the film โGet Shortyโ. I highly recommend. Happy Trails!
๐ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older children and teens who appreciate classic or international cinema in an intimate setting. The programming is curated and specific โ not mainstream family releases. Excellent picture and sound quality reward film-minded audiences.
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Sean Tuell
7 months ago
โA truly classic Los Angeles movie theater. Itโs relaxed neighborhood vibe and old Hollywood charm combined with modern seating and excellent picture and sound quality make for an amazing movie experience. The American Cinematheque runs the theatre and they do an excellent job of programming the schedule. Every genre and decade of film classics from around the world are represented, from silents to modern classics, you absolutely canโt go wrong. It really gives you the freedom to choose any movie on the schedule and know itโll be a great experience. Whether itโs a cool new discovery or a trip down memory lane, theyโve got you covered. Lots of great places to eat and drink in the neighborhood, very safe and walkable coastal location. Fun fact, the Aero is the theater Travolta & Russo meet up after a showing of the film โTouch Of Evilโ in the film โGet Shortyโ. I highly recommend. Happy Trails!โ
John
2 months ago
โIt was my first time seeing a movie at the Aero Theatre. My experience was excellent. The movie was chrystal clear and the sound was fantastic. The staff was super friendly and I already purchased a ticket to see a different movie there next week.โ
Douglas Holmes
6 months ago
โRestored recently, its a small but nice little theater. Currently a art film movie house. Nice concession stand, clean but small restrooms. Totally enjoyable experience.โ
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Overview
The Aero Theatre is a restored single-screen cinema operated by the American Cinematheque in walkable Santa Monica. Programming covers classic Hollywood, international cinema, retrospectives, and special festival events often accompanied by filmmaker Q&As. Modern seating, excellent projection, and clean facilities sit inside the restored historic building. Members receive priority queuing; walk-in guests queue separately.



