Vidiots

A pleasantly quirky and nostalgic place to watch a movie, rent a video or have a drink at the bar. The theatre is an ordinary room with simple chairs lined up to watch a movie like a school assembly, perhaps. Near the entrance, there is a nice bar and beyond the cinema, there is a video rental shop with memberships available. It somehow manages to be avant garde and old school simultaneously, a nice "double play", if you will. We watched "The Surfer", a quirky flick that was perfect for the hip vibe of the cinema and clientele. Pro Tip Parking in the area is at a premium so I suggest you arrive early. Seating is fairly limited so show up in time to beat the movie getting sold out as well. In my humble yet highly professional opinion 😁

If you like to watch DVDs ..this is your place. They are organized by genre, by director, by star(e.g. Audrey Hepburn). If you are looking to rent an unusual movie, they are likely to have it. They do movie showings in their theater. We went to see Muppets Treasure Island! The audience was enthusiastic, and the whole experience was fun! It is a non-profit, so on the video store side you can see names of people who donated to help acquire specific movies.

Absolutely love Vidiots! What a lovely organization for the community. They have restored a beautiful theater with a video rental store attached. They serve regular movie snacks plus alcohol. Really friendly and helpful staff. They also have a Photo Booth in the rental section which is fun. I went on my birthday to see Lynch/Oz with a post Q&A with the filmmaker and contributors. So much fun! Can’t wait to go back.

This cinema is such a gem — and it's become an awesome gathering-place for the community. I love the mix of mainstream and indie films... a rom-com one night, an artsy classic the next. Love the little bar and the friendly staff. The only caveat is that some screenings can be popular with long lines for walk-ups. Recommend booking ahead of time.

A great place to enjoy films. Vidiots has brought a sense of community missing from the streaming era. They also have a great selection of films to rent and knowledgeable staff members and volunteers who give great recommendations.

Heaven! Parking is hell but it's worth it. Really sweet staff and nice wine selection, too. The video store reminds me of a smaller Scarecrow Video in Seattle (awesome selection, run by hardcore film fan sweetie pies).

Great place to catch a screening or rent a DVD. Parking can be tough, so be ready to drive a little bit to find a good spot. These people are doing the Lord’s work!

Quaint and cozy cinema for good old movies. Watched “Paris Blues” with my son and enjoyed a glass of apple cider with popcorn. True movie buffs will love this place which is conveniently located and is focused on cinema as art!

Vidiots is a great theatre plus video store. This is a piece of history and they even have a hallway of memories since they've been around (but relocated) since 1985. The theatre itself doesn't have fancy seats or anything, but it does the job. The video store seems to keep physical media alive and has nearly every genre you can think of. In addition to the regular theatre, they even have a mini theatre for smaller or private events. They show some great movies here, have vegan friendly concessions, like vegan popcorn with fun shaker toppings. +Bathrooms are clean +Parking is on the street/neighborhood, so not great but manageable +Staff is friendly and inclusive

Came here for a screening of Casper and loved the place. Very nice theatre (except the seats are too tight) with lots of seats, a food bar and an actual bar. I was really impressed with how many restrooms they had (all gender neutral) and how clean and tidy they were. Afterwards we walked next door to the video store and had fun browsing around, I love all the personalized signs made for categories. Employees were all very nice in the theatre and at the store. Street parking a plenty around here. Only a bit of a walk but sidewalks in residential areas are not ADA accessible so maybe drop off your friends and loved ones who may have difficulty and then go and park.

This is a cute lil theater. I've only been here one time and I enjoyed myself. This does have a hipster vibe but without being pretentious. I imagine they show quite a bit of indie productions here. Giving this 5 stars specifically for the inclusive bathroom situation. I know it's random. I appreciate and want to acknowledge places that have gender-inclusive bathrooms. Even though I myself am not trans, I have friends who are and I like to pay attention to spaces that would make them feel comfortable and welcomed. Also, biiiig thumbs up for providing feminine supplies in the bathrooms as well.

Vidiots is so cool! Restored historical landmark? Check! Actual DVD rentals? Check! Free screenings? Check! Knowledgeable and friendly people? Check! Totally awesome venue in Eagle Rock in walking distance to trendyish bars and restaurants? Check!

I love this theatre ! I'm glad this spot was brought back to life. The staff is super friendly and it's a great place to watch a movie and rent one as well. The video store is so cool and has a treasure trove of classics and new releases. Wish I lived closer but I highly recommend it.

Parking is not great but I highly recommend to go and support a local business. The drinks at the bar were good.

I was able to get a screening for "American Fiction" which was held at Vidiots. This is such a cool theater. I really enjoyed the presentation. I enjoyed the staff. The seats were very comfortable and just a great set up. The parking in the area is NOT the greatest and you will be circling the block a few times but you'll find something. Just a really cute theater in Eagle Rock.

I received 2 tickets from Yelp Elite for an advanced screening of Saltburn here and I took my boyfriend to see the film. The event itself was amazing! There were free drinks from the bar, photo ops with costume props, and free popcorn! The lobby area was decorated in the Saltburn theme and the aesthetic and ambience was so well done! Now for a review of the theater - Vidiots has just one theater but it's pretty large and there's a good view of the screen from any seat. The sound quality is incredible and I really enjoyed the preserved vintage aesthetic of Vidiots (along with the attached video store). During the film, my boyfriend started to feel a bit light headed and left the theater. The staff were so sweet and immediately rushed to help, providing water, apple juice, and suggested he rest on one of the seats. Absolutely 100/10 staff service and they really went above and beyond to make sure someone in their theater was safe/okay - special shout out and thank you to the staff working on 11/13! Very much appreciated and I hope to come back for another event/screening!

I came to watch an advanced screening of Saltburn and was very excited to explore one of LA's many intimate, indie theaters. The premise of this theater being a nonprofit is one that I support, and its facilities and ambience are really taken well care of and so lovely. This theater is part vintage video store and part cinema. When you enter, the video store is immediately to the right where VHS tapes line the wall in a neat organized grid, and Blu-ray DVDs for rent flanking the window display. During the advanced screening, a section of the lobby was transformed to a mini photo booth complete with props related to the movie which I thought was super cute! The little embellishments such as vintage tapes lining the walls, niche cult favorite movie posters, ambience lighting, and floating candles created a very cozy, gothic vibe. Towards the back, there are two gender inclusive individual bathrooms and another set up the stairs. The theater itself is very moderately sized - it reminds me of a university theater space, the way the chairs are split up and spaced. I sat on the very left, and the view of the screen was great which I don't always feel whenever I watch a movie in an AMC, for example. The most impressive of the theater is the sound. Very high-quality, surround sound that is crisp and immersive especially in the space. Vidiots is a beautiful creation for those who are film buffs dedicated to enjoying this craft and art! Parking-wise, there is no lot adjacent to this theater, so they advise street parking (while being mindful of driveways into homes) and a parking lot structure that is a 6 minute walk away!

I love being in a space where my ultimate dorkiness can shine through, and this is definitely one of those spaces, haha. We saw Let the Right One In here, and it was really fun! Tickets had sold out, so we went early to get into the "limited walk up" line, and were fairly easily able to get tickets. It's a nice theater with lots of seating that is pretty comfortable. Concessions are pretty well priced, and they sell beer/wine as well. We were able to find street parking. Ticket pricing is also very affordable. If you like vintage-y theaters and watching movies, then definitely give this spot a try! ;)

So fun watching Planet of the Apes, 1968, this past weekend in this cute theater setting. Looking forward to watching Bride of Chucky, second time around again in a sweet little theater.

What a great addition to our small community of Eagle Rock! Not only does Vidiots bring a sense of Nostalgia but it brings the community together! We came here with the whole family, my fiance, our kids and pops, They were showing "The Bride of Frankenstein" we all had such an amazing time. We love what they did to the place, nostalgic with a touch of 80's modern, I also love how they personalize each showing, management welcomes everyone before the start of the show which truly makes it special! Popcorn has real butter and the concession has plenty of goodies to nibble on - they accept cash & cc payments. They are very welcoming to ONE AND ALL which is great especially in this day and age where intolerance has become a part of daily news (sad). Parking is street parking, Eagle Rock has plenty of little nook & crannies if you don't try to squeeze in the main artery of Eagle Rock Boulevard. Overall, we are very happy with our first time at Vidiots and we will definitely come back and support this little gem of our community! Great Job Vidiots Team!

I attended an early screening at Vidiots, for The Holdovers, and the theater vibes were IN! The concessions, popcorn everything were so good. They even had a bar there how fun! The decor and atmosphere made watching a movie so amazing, can't wait for the next screening here!

Lights ! Camera! Action! This is a lost treasure come back to life- a one of a kind experience for movie lovers (and TV). I used to frequent the store in Santa Monica religiously and so happy they have a theater to screen great films attached to their store. It attracts all ages and types. You can spend a lot of time in the store looking for new, vintage. and rare stuff. The popcorn is just right, the prices are decent and you can get alcohol. I like that a spokesperson introduces each film. Go and enjoy movies the way they're meant to be seen.

Was really surprised and impressed! I was told by a friend who gave me the impression the theater floor was flat (old school where people's heads are in the way) and the seating was kinda tight - NOT TRUE! Very comfortable and the floor slopes down. Great sound, everything seemed new, good carpet. Reminded me of renting a hotel or apartment and you're expectations are low, but then you are wonderfully surprised! Easy residential parking, good area, staff was nice and professional. Only thing for me is the drive from Culver City, at night, isn't my most favorite. But I can see myself going to a lot of afternoon shows. And I already knew they ran a fantastic lineup of movies - maybe the best in LA (?) - that was the main attraction. The video store portion was cool too. Reminded me of CineFile in Santa Monica. Sections of dvds of every director you can think of; So you think I liked it?

Love coming here, always a great selection of movies and friendly staff. My favorite screening so far has been Jaws! Loved having themed mocktails and hearing the audience cheer! So glad to have a theater in town again.

What an awesome theater! Just got done watching Five Nights at Freddy's here for the employee screening and wow what a great time! The building itself has such a cool vibe. I love the marquee sign outside with the pretty lights underneath. Really makes you feel nostalgic. Then when you enter they have a fully stocked concession stand and a bar right across from it. I got a pretzel and it was so yummy!! We also shared some popcorn and it was buttered perfectly. As for the theater!!! Such a cool spot! I want to come back here to watch many movies. The seating was surprisingly comfortable and could see great from the center middle row. I didn't get to check out the rental room or see their collection of movies but I'd love to return to check it out.

Came to Vidiots for an advanced screening of Saltburn, courtesy of Yelp Elite! My plus one and I received complimentary tickets and vouchers for popcorn and drinks, which was great. We literally walked in not knowing what to expect, but this theater was very intimate and sort of old-school, made us feel sort of nostalgic given it gave a neighborly vibe. When you walk in, the concession stand is to the left while the bar is to the right. We were able to snag street parking literally across the street. Loved the vibes and staff were super friendly! We were told there's a VHS store next door, so definitely stop by.

I love this place. Employees here are helpful and Kind. I recommend this location to everyone I know.

A crown jewel in the world of independent film. The store features both rare and new release movies for rent, plus a wide international selection. They play select films in the attached movie theater recently restored. If you're passionate about film and want to preserve video rentals on-demand the old fashioned way, I highly recommend you check out Vidiots. They are amazing!

I went to Vidiots theater recently for their Pinocchio screening plus Bob Baker Marionette Theater pre-screening puppet show and exhibit. It was nice. Unfortunately, I didn't get a good view from my seat of the entire puppet show. Also, I noticed that all exhibit items weren't available for viewing post-screening that had been on view pre-screening. Regarding the theater, I would say that I was impressed by the sound and image quality. The seats in the theater were comfortable. The nachos and soda from concessions were good. Following the screening, I checked out Vidiots video rental store. Everything looked to be well-organized. I liked that the restrooms in both the theater lobby and in the store were well-stocked and clean.

Just joined. The staff is wonderful. Very helpful and attentive. Would recommend for any cinephile or just plain recommend if one is a fan of the movie arts.

I've been a fan since the Santa Monica days. This was my first time going to the new locale in Eagle Rock and it was perfect. Amazing, kind, friendly staff and the vibe was perfect. Got to see MY BEAUTIFUL LAUNDRETTE which I hadn't seen on a screen since the late 80s. I'll be back soon.

The staff on the rental side have never been welcoming or very friendly when we've been there. They kind of just act like you don't exist when you walk in. When we first came to pick up our membership cards, we stood in front of the counter and awkwardly waited for someone to greet us or make eye contact but they just kept on with their conversation with each other. It's pretty much been that vibe all other times as well. We only come for the theatre showings. We love the movies they play here and having a theatre in the neighborhood that's relatively affordable! Movies with subtitles are difficult to watch because the raked seating isn't quite steep enough for good visibility and the sound is often a bit too loud. Great place to watch older and newer films overall.

One of my favorite spots to see a movie. Super affordable tickets and a great cycle of classics. Best thing is their strictness on no talking or texting. If anyone gives you trouble, don't be afraid to let someone know!

I'm happy to update my review for this cinema based on my most recent experience. In 2023, I came to see a foreign film in their micro-cinema and left feeling very underwhelmed with the whole experience. The room is not a real theatre and didn't have proper seating. I wouldn't pay to see a film in there again. In any case, I came back last week to see a screening of Sally Potter's Orlando in the main theatre and had a wonderful time. The screening was far more packed than I would have expected it to be for a weekday night but I was able to find a seat on the outskirts. There is no stadium seating here, so if you are not very tall, being able to see the screen might be a struggle depending on who is sitting in front of you. You're better off viewing the screen from one of the side sections and not the center. I was a bit leery when the screening started and there were visible distortions/dust on the projection. This was a 35mm print and not digital so that was to be expected. Thankfully it was just on the first five minutes or so of the film and then went away. Overall it was a once in lifetime chance to see one of my favorite films in its original form projected on the big screen. On my birthday no less. I'm very grateful for the experience. I only wish I'd had the option to attend a less crowded matinee screening. As an introvert who loves nothing more than watching movies in the solitude and quiet of semi-empty theatres, the large crowd and their reactions was a bit off putting. Parking was much harder to come by this time around. Yet I was still able to find parking on a side street within close walking distance. I would suggest getting there at least 15 mins before the screening in order to find parking as it can be difficult with more popular screenings. Overall, the special once in a lifetime screenings like this one make Vidiots a worthwhile experience for any film lover. I just wish they would do something about that "micro-cinema". Make it an actual cinema perhaps?

A haven for the film obsessed in a world that neglects physical media. I am from the east coast, so I don't have a membership to rent here, but the walk up and down the aisles was the nerdy medicine I needed. Honestly, the nicest staff I've ever encountered too! It felt like a real community inside.

Video Store the managers are always amazing and eager to help find the movie you are looking for .

Came here to watch a film, left having experienced a circus. Every two seconds folks were laughing like hyenas to the point I couldn't even hear the audio from the film. Yes, the film face off has some funny moments, but not every two seconds worth. Wildly distracting and frustrating, this place is clearly called vidiots for idiots cackling all the time. Too bad folks don't know how to behave in a theater anymore. Don't go here if you actually want to watch and listen to a movie. Never again.

This review is only for the theatre portion of the business as I have not patronized the video store. The theatre is clean and well run with a great selection of films to go see.

This place is so wonderful! The movie Saltburn was being shown. The seats were very comfortable and the staff was very friendly. Having a bar was a really nice touch, they offered several themed drinks, rose and red wine, the bonus was of course the nice popcorn.

Possibly the last good video store in the country? Use to go here when I was in college. I'm sure they have tons of movies that never made the jump to DVD and a lot of rare stuff, too. I hope it never closes!

I had a really good night here. The staff was friendly, the food was good, the theater seats were comfortable, it was clean, etc. I live in Anaheim, but if I lived closer, I would go all the time. I hope the locals continue to support this business because it's one of a kind.

Try comfortable theater albeit small. Friendly staff. I'd come here again and I haven't even seen the whole establishment.

Went to rent a couple films and use the Photo Booth. The PhotoBooth spit out my 3 photo strips onto the floor and badly smudged each one. I paid $15 for unidentifiable images, I asked the employees if they could help in any way. These employees were so incredibly rude after I had already rented my films! Loved the selection and vibe, but left upset.

Amazing place for movie lovers, families, really anyone. Grateful to have a place like this on our side of town. Also very clean and nice bathrooms.

What a great place! Nice folks. Good energy. Nicely done up. Rented a movie and saw Halloween. Just what our area needed. Highly recommend!

Me and my partner love seeing movies, especially in cool theaters (we frequent the New Beverly pretty often), and we loved this spot! They're always playing really great and interesting films that aren't playing anywhere else. We went to go see Perfect Days in their Microcinema room (there's a main auditorium with a larger screen and more seating - the Microcinema is a much smaller room that seats 35) and loved the movie. Unfortunately, we were running a few minutes behind and missed the first minute or so of the movie, so when we entered the room it was very dark and a little hard to find a seat (our fault for being late). So definitely arrive early as the movies start on the dot! After, we checked out their video store and loved it! I've been disappointed in streaming services lately (expensive monthly rates, sometimes can't find a movie you want to watch on any of the platforms) so it's nice to see a real video store with great rates! Can't wait to come back!

Super cool theatre. Loved everything about it. You walk in and there's a nice lobby area with a fancy bar on one side and a concession stand on the other. There are restrooms on that floor level as well as restrooms upstairs. Ladies: they have a free supply of tampons and pads in the restroom! It's well maintained and clean. It was a blessing because Thank you to whoever decided to do that. Theatre itself was nice and roomy. Lots of space. Nice screen. Oh and there's an adjoining space as well where you can rent movies. How cool is that. I had a great time. Will definitely be back again. Oh parking: it gets packed on the streets. May have to walk it up a bit to get to it. Worth it in my opinion.

We are thrilled to have Vidiots in our neighborhood. We have only visited the theater once so far to see Lynch/Oz (incredible film btw) but we're heading back to see Fantastic Mr. Fox on Father's Day. And giving dad a membership for the occasion! The staff here is incredible. We've had a lot of fun browsing through their extensive dvd collection. Can't wait to rent some a few movies once we get our dvd/Blu-ray player set up again. I really like the little Photo Booth too and I'm excited to take a pic with my kids. Such a treat this opened near us!!! I hope it'll be here for decades to come :)

Love the theater, HATED the popcorn. It was a waste of money and we threw the bag away after a few bites each. It was stale and chewy. Loved the movie and the theater, but don't get the popcorn.

What a fantastic place! The video store is loaded with movies I can't find anywhere online, and they have done a great job bringing the old Eagle Theatre back to life with comfy seats, affordable concessions, and a fantastic schedule of movies! Everyone I've talked to, staff and customers, are so nice and love movies like I do, and I became a member which gives great discounts on rentals and tickets!

Wow! A friend suggested going there to see The Muppet Movie which my son loves! I went ahead to check out their ADA seating and Cassandra and Katie were so nice and accommodating. The venue reminds me of The Vista Theater which we used to go to frequently before Quentin bought it. I love the friendly staff and cleanliness of the place and it's so nostalgic to see favorite old movies on the big screen again. Definitely a thumbs up!

Vidiots I love you I am a member you are wonderful, but by golly it's so cold!!!!! Like I get there are lots of people so body heat, but gee wiz next time I go there I'm bringing a parka! Love you guys, but holy molly can you turn it up a little bit.

Such a disappointing evening. First the staff is very very rude. They literally scowled at us when we went in. It was very off putting, the snacks were fine, it could have been a cute evening out, but instead due to the poor customer service I will not be back . You would think for a small theater and just coming to Eagle Rock it would have been nicer.

Cool venue, glad it exists and they have killer programming. My big issue is the seating. God forbid you see a film with subtitles cuz you most likely won't be able to read them. With all the effort they put into the space and being film buffs you would expect them to take care to make that a priority.

Even better than I'd imagined! The theater is stunning - great picture, great sound. The popcorn is just what you want from a movie theater, the seats are super comfy. I'm anticipating spending a lot of time here this summer. Congratulations to the entire team for pulling this amazing feat off!

Y'all need to show people a picture of your 'micro cinema' before charging us currency to sit in there and watch a movie

I was very excited that vidiots took over the eagle vista theater! I grew up watching movies here. I've not yet ventured into the actual store but that will be soon. I watched desperately seeking Susan tonight. Love the way the theater has been revamped. Affordable concessions and friendly staff. One thing I will def ALWAYS bring in the future is ear plugs. I was seriously uncomfortable with some of the sounds through the film. It was just too loud in irritating ways. There is something off with the EQ and I doubt that will be fixed. I finally went to the lobby and got a napkin to shove into my ears. Others seem to think the seats are comfy, but they were not comfortable to me (someone with chronic pain and hip issues) also have to share arm rests with the other patrons. That's a little too close for comfort for me. Perhaps in the future I could talk to the staff and bring my own chair and sit in the handicap section. Idk I mean this is my honest review. All in all I am still so grateful that vidiots took over and opened this theater again. Regardless, I will be back. This is a gift to the community and I am so here for it. Thank you