As is the case every year, some lucky kid on your floor will have a complete entertainment center equipped with a 32-inch television, a DVD player and Boss speakers. Everyone else will have a 14-inch computer monitor that all of their friends will gather around to watch DVDs. I can guarantee that after a week or two of watching DVDs on a tiny computer screen, you will be dying to get off campus and into a movie theatre. Not only does Baltimore have a great mix of movie theatres for all tastes and styles, many of them are right near by.
Rotunda Cinematheque
By far, the Rotunda is the closest movie theater. However, it only shows two movies at a time and, truth be told, they aren't always the greatest box office hits. But if you want to see a movie and don't want to go very far, this is your best bet. Admission prices vary according to the day of the week: Monday through Thursday admission is $6 all times, all shows, all patrons, and on Friday through Sunday admission is $8 per person. Don't forget to bring cash, because credit cards and personal checks won't be accepted. For show times, call (410) 235-7595.
Senator Theatre
The Senator is a Baltimore classic listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Where else does the manager get up on stage to tell everyone to turn off their cell phones? This is the small town theater with only one screen in an enormous 900-seat Art Deco movie house. Located at 5904 York Rd., The Senator is only a cab ride away from Hopkins. Admission for all shows is $8, and just like the Rotunda, they only accept cash. For more information call (410) 323-1989.
Charles Theatre
Right next to Penn Station (accessible via the JHMI shuttle) at 1711 N. Charles St. is the Charles Theatre. The Charles Theatre is another historic theater replete with all of the modern conveniences of a new theater. Not only do they feature Hollywood films, but they also showcase foreign films and cinema classics. There is no student discount, but matinees (before 6 p.m.) are $6 a ticket, with regular admission at $8 a ticket. For movie listings call (410) 727-FILM.
AMC Towson Commons 8
Located just a few blocks from the Towson mall at 435 York Rd., this theater is your best shot for the big budget action films. With eight screens and a great movie selection, you are bound to find a movie that suits you. They even offer student discounts, so remember your J-Card. Call (410) 825-5233 for show times.
