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The Hipp Cinema is always screening movies with our audience in mind. Serving as Gainesville’s only art-house cinema, we bring the latest independent films, hard-hitting documentaries, critically-acclaimed world cinema, throwback classics, and additional signature programming throughout the year. Have your experience at the movies go beyond the purchase of a ticket stub.

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Queer

R 2024 Romance/Drama

2h 15m

Friday, February 7th at 7:00 PM

In 1950s Mexico City, an American immigrant in his late forties leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. However, the arrival of a young student stirs the man into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.

Theater of Thought

NR 2024 Documentary

1h 47m

Saturday, February 8th at 4:30 PM
Sunday, February 9th at 2:30 PM

Werner Herzog sets his sights on yet another mysterious landscape – the human brain – for clues as to why a hunk of tissue can produce profound thoughts and feelings while considering the philosophical, ethical, and social implications of fast-advancing neural technology.

Cocktails and Classics: Purple Rain

R 1984 Musical/Romance

1h 55m

Saturday, February 8th at 7:30 PM

The Kid (Prince) and his band, the Revolution, navigate the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia (Apollonia Kotero). But another musician, Morris (Morris Day), looks to steal the Kid’s spotlight — and his girl.

Each ticket includes a “Raspberry Beret” specialty cocktail from our bar! (ID Required)

Twilight

PG-13 2008 Romance/Fantasy

2h 10m

Saturday, February 15th at 8:00 PM

Bella Swan meets Edward Cullen, a handsome but mysterious teen whose eyes seem to peer directly into her soul. Edward is a vampire whose family does not drink blood, and Bella, far from being frightened, enters into a dangerous romance with her immortal soulmate.

Koyaanisqatsi Live!

NR 1982 Indie/Experimental

1h 26m

Thursday, February 20th at 7:30 PM

Koyaanisqatsi screening accompanied by an original live scored performed by Haptic Mass. A collection of expertly photographed phenomena with no conventional plot. The footage focuses on the relationship between nature, humanity, and technology.

Presented in collaboration with Squaredwave.

National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest

NR 2024 Live Theatre/Comedy

3h

Sunday, February 23rd at 2:30 PM

Unfortunately, living a double life has its drawbacks, especially when it comes to love. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.

Max Webster (Donmar’s Macbeth; Life of Pi) directs a joyful and flamboyant reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Doctor Who) is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) and Hugh Skinner (W1A; Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) in this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance.

Tickets do not include a drink.

More programming coming soon!

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Whether it is to view your favorite film or to have a private screening of a show you and your friends/family watch, we got you covered!

Please contact cinema@thehipp.org for any questions or to book a private viewing party for you and your friends!

 

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