Slalom around hunched RISD students, weighed down by canvases and creativity, and make your way to the striped awning of the Cable Car Cinema on South Main Street, Providence. The tiny store-front lacks the pomp and circumstance of a 20 screen multiplex, as well as the main-stream movies, and the teenagers giggling at the latest Katherine Heigl catastrophe.
The cinematic treasure trove offers unusual films in an unusual setting. Enter the cafe area to find every indulgence you could possibly imagine...Vosges chocolates, Silver Star Bakery croissants, PB&J, fresh squash soup, grilled cheese. The mind reels! No need to ruin your handbag sneaking in last nights pasta or a Starbucks latte. The Cable Car Cafe runs the gamut of fancy coffees AND beer and wine.
The black and white checkered floor gives a retro vibe, as does the large texaco sign above the tables and chairs in the little dining area. One might even divulge in some reading (nonchalantly perched on a book rack) while waiting for a flick to begin.
The Cable Car has been dedicated to quality obscure films since 1976. It shows films that will give you the conversational edge in the realm of art, culture, and existentialism. The coolest part? Sinking into the black leather couches with your Brooklyn Lager in the cup holder. Grab an early seat and check out the murals - 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea meets the Wizard of Oz? - you decide.
I love love LOVE the cable car cinema so I really enjoyed reading your blog post. I love how it's a movie theater/cafe/bar too. And I really like that retro vibe as well :] Great photo and I'm really enjoying the layout of your blog and the quote on top.
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