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About The Cinefamily

The Cinefamily’s space lives on as a historic single-screen cinema housed within the Silent Movie Theatre, located at 611 N Fairfax Ave in Los Angeles’ 90036 neighborhood. The venue offers an intimate screening experience with a seating capacity of approximately $capacity$ seats. Although the Cinefamily brand paused in 2017 and the space has since been operated under different branding, it remains a storied destination for film enthusiasts, restoration lovers, and late-night cinema goers. Whether you’re chasing classic programming, special events, or unique film series, this venue delivers a quintessential Los Angeles cinema experience.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, including parking options, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations. We’ve included affiliate partner suggestions to make it easy to secure comfortable accommodations and convenient meals before or after the show.

Seating is arranged to maximize intimacy and sightlines in a $capacity-seat$ auditorium. For the latest programming, check current listings and event notes, as programs can vary with the venue’s evolving management. The Silent Movie Theatre is recognized by preservation groups as a historic venue, contributing to the cultural fabric of Los Angeles’ film community. If you’re visiting LA for cinema history, this site is a must-see stop on Fairfax Avenue.

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Tip: Secure your seats early through official listings, arrive a bit before showtime to enjoy the essence of a classic LA cinema experience, and consider nearby hotel and dining partners to make your visit seamless.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: Single-screen cinema housed in the historic Silent Movie Theatre at 611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036.
  • Capacity: About 224 seats (current capacity cited for the Silent Movie Theatre space).
  • History: Silent Movie Theatre opened in 1942; Cinefamily operated there from 2007–2017 and then shut down amid a board crisis in November 2017.
  • Notable events hosted: The Cinefamily programmed Signature Series and events such as Jerry Beck's Animation Tuesdays, Comedy Death-Ray, and The Silent Treatment.
  • Renaming and current status: The space reopened as Fairfax Cinema in 2019 and, in 2020, Brain Dead Studios announced leasing the space; The Cinefamily brand is no longer active at this location.
  • Parking: In-area paid parking and street parking; parking options are available via third-party services (examples shown by SpotHero; Parkopedia lists nearby garages).
  • Transit: Served by LA DASH Fairfax bus lines along Fairfax Ave; nearby Metro bus lines and light rail lines (per Moovit and LADOT/Metro resources).
  • Nearby hotels: Palihotel Melrose (7950 Melrose Ave) and Farmer's Daughter Hotel (115 S Fairfax Ave) are nearby accommodations.
  • Notable venue history: The Silent Movie Theatre is a Los Angeles historic venue; current status and location are documented by preservation groups and local sources.