American Cinematheque

Since 1981, American Cinematheque has endeavored to preserve the rich history of the movie-watching experience. To achieve this goal, the organization is chiefly concerned with preserving and developing programming at two historic theaters: the Egyptian Theatre, built in Hollywood in 1922, and the Aero Theatre, constructed in Santa Monica, California in 1940. Both the Egyptian and the Aero are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including the ability to show films in 70 mm, 35 mm, and digital forms. The Egyptian is the only venue of its kind in the United States capable of using the aforementioned mediums, in conjunction with films on nitrate and digital laser projection. These theaters screen important Hollywood classics — as well as new domestic and international films — and they host film festivals, speakers, and previews.