Paris is known to be the capital of cinema. Parisians love cinema and that is reflected in its movie theatres numbering up to stupendous 100. Parisian love for cinema can also be seen in the varied themes of cinema. Throughout the city approximately 300 films run in any given week which itself is a testimony how Parisians are passionate about cinema.

Cinema is a platform where human beings can express their innermost and myriad of emotions in the most sensible and authentic way. Cinema can deal with many of the social and economic issues which otherwise may not be possible to deal with in real life. Parisians have beautifully woven these issues intricately in their cinema. The beauty of Parisian cinema lies in the simplicity and vividness that are so near to real life. The enthusiasm and spontaneity of Parisians are represented in Paris cinema that will compel you to admire.

When you are in Paris, a visit to Paris movie theatre is highly recommended. Before you enter you can buy popcorn to enjoy the movie with. Some of the movie theatres that are worth visiting are:

La Cinematheque Francaise

La Cinematheque Francaise is a 70 year old film center and is a high institution in the Paris film world. Designed by American architect Frank Gehry, La Cinematheque Francaise is now situated magnificently on a left-bank from cramped quarters in Northeastern Paris. More than 40,000 films have been shown in the course of history. It is best known for hosting programmes packed with revivals.

Le Champo

Known for its memorable retrospectives, Le Champo is one of the Latin Quarter's most stardusted spots. The cinema is popular among students community which is situated at the Sorbonne just a block away. The Champo has programmed hommages to Woody Allen, Nouvelle Vague cinema of the 60s, Tim Burton, Claude Chabrol, and Stanley Kubrick. Built in 1938, it has hosted premieres for French directors like Marcel Carne and Jacques Tati.

Le Reflet Medicis

If you want to see films on noir revivals and some of the best independent cinema from around the world, then Le Reflet Medicis is the ideal place to be. It shows original-version films in English frequently. Le Reflet is situated right next door to the Champo on the famed Rue Champollion. The venue is divided into three distinct theatres with separate programming.

La Pagode

Housed in a 19th century building, La Pagode resembles Chinese pagoda. Situated in the heart of the chic 7th arrondissement, close to the Bon Marche department store, La Pagode is one of the city's most lavishly designed theatres. Known for revivals and thematic festivals, English-language contemporary and historic films in Original Version are also frequently screened here. The main attraction inside is a cool green terrace for tea and a black cat named Licorice that sprawled over the programs.

Mk2 Quai de Seine and Mk2 Quai de Loire

Situated in the 19th arrondissement, Mk2 Quai de Seine and Mk2 Quai de Loire are recent sister cinemas that face each other across a canal known as the Bassin de la Villette in Northeastern Paris. You can enjoy several English-language films in the village like ambience in the multiplex. Across the canal you can be shuttled in a tiny white boat with your movie ticket. You can also spend your time in the cafe, restaurant and multimedia shopping.

Centre Georges Pompidou Cinemas

Located in central Paris, Centre Georges Pompidou is a cinema that is well-known for its tributes to great directors and thematic festivals. Homages to Martin Scorsese and Jean-Luc Godard and a look at films produced by students at the Cal Arts film school are the recent retrospectives.