Only In Theaters

– A Love Letter to Independent Cinema: The film chronicles the Laemmle family’s multigenerational commitment to arthouse theaters, offering a rare glimpse into the soul of film exhibition.
– Timely and Emotional: Capturing the seismic impact of the pandemic on small theaters, it’s both a cautionary tale and a hopeful tribute to resilience.
– Featuring Industry Icons: Interviews with Ava DuVernay, Cameron Crowe, James Ivory, and Leonard Maltin underscore the Laemmle Theatres’ influence on filmmakers and cinephiles alike

In 1938, two European immigrant brothers (who happened to be the cousins of famed movie mogul Carl Laemmle, founder of Universal Pictures) escaped fascist Germany right before World War II. They came to America and opened a movie theater. Over four generations, the Laemmle family has dedicated themselves to supporting, innovating, and elevating the art of filmmaking. Responsible for bringing foreign film to Los Angeles, popularizing independent films, documentary films, and their makers, the Laemmle Theatres’ impact on Hollywood and…
GenresDocumentary
DirectorRaphael Sbarge
LanguageEnglish
SubtitlesEnglish
Runtime94 mins
Available1 Nov 2025
TerritoriesWorldwide

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