RIALTO & COLONY THEATRES present

film schedule for friday may 9th - thursday may 15th

2008-05-05T17:21:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO for the week beginning Friday 5/9/08-Thursday 5/15/08

Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: THE VISITOR
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly*: 7:00-9:15
*No 7:00 VISITOR on Sunday 5/11,
*Rialto will be closed on Thursday 5/15 for a private function.

Rocky Horror plays at Midnight on Friday 5/9 at Rialto. Rocky Horror Picture Show costs $5.50

The following features and times are for COLONY for the week beginning Friday 5/9/08-Thursday 5/15/08

Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: MY BLUEBERRY NIGHTS
Directed by Wong Kar Wai (IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE). Starring Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Norah Jones, David Strathairn, Rachel Weisz. A young woman takes a soul-searching journey across America to resolve her questions about love while encountering a series of offbeat characters along the way. Rated PG-13, 90 min.
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:15-4:15
Nightly: 7:15-9:15

Feature: THE BANK JOB
Ready for another heist movie? Martine offers Terry a lead on a foolproof bank hit on London's Baker Street. She targets a roomful of safe deposit boxes worth millions in cash and jewelry. But Terry and his crew don't realize the boxes also contain a treasure trove of dirty secrets - secrets that will thrust them into a deadly web of corruption and illicit scandal. Starring Jason Statham and Saffron Burrows. 78% APPROVAL RATING ON ROTTEN TOMATOES! 110 min, Rated R, UK.
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:20

The following features and times are for MISSION VALLEY for the week beginning Friday, 5/09/08 and ending Thur. 5/15/08.

Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry Road
Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: SPEED RACER (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:10-7:10-9:55

Feature: WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-4:50-7:25-9:45

Feature: IRON MAN (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:05-9:50

Feature:Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay ®
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:45

Feature: FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:10-7:20-9:40

Starts May 16 – CHRONICLES OF NARNIA:
PRINCE CASPIAN
Shows: -11:00-1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-10:00

Special Notes:
Summer Kid Show Tickets now on sale 10 shows $6.00
Parents/Chaperones FREE

Starts 5/16/08 – Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG)
(Adv.Tks on sale at the Box Office or Online-therialto.com)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley.

Passes OK: FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL , HAROLD & KUMAR

The following features and times are for SIX FORKS STATION for the week beginning Friday, 5/09/08 and ending Thur., 5/15/08

Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum Drive
Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: SPEED RACER (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:05-7:05-9:50

Feature: WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-5:00-7:15-9:30

Feature: IRON MAN (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:10-9:45

Feature: MADE OF HONOR (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-5:05-7:20-9:35

Feature: BABY MAMA (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:50-3:00-5:00-7:20-9:40

Feature: NIM’S ISLAND (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:00-9:15

Starts May 16 – CHRONICLES OF NARNIA:
PRINCE CASPIAN
Shows: 10:00-11:00-1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-10:00

Special Notes:
Summer Kid Show Tickets now on sale for
Six Forks Cinema / Colony / Mission Valley
10 shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREE

visit us online at http://www.therialto.com/ or www.myspace.com/colonytheatre or call us at 919-856-0111

see ya at the movies!

Ambassador Film Schedule for Friday April 25th through Thursday May 1st.

2008-04-23T15:20:00.000-07:00

COMING SOON* TO RIALTO AND COLONY

(*Please remember that dates and films are tentative and subject to change.)

5/2 – THE VISITOR (Overture)
5/9 – YOUNG AT HEART (Fox Searchlight)
5/16 – THEN SHE FOUND ME (Thinkfilm)
5/23 – SON OF RAMBOW (Paramount Vantage)
5/30 – PRICELESS (Goldwyn)
6/6 – STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (Sony Classics)
GIRLS ROCK (Shadow)
DUCHESS OF LANGEAIS(IFC)
6/13 – ROMAN DE GARE (Goldwyn)
MY BROTHER IS AN ONLY CHILD (Thinkfilm)
6/20 – FLIGHT OF THE RED BALLOON (IFC)
6/27 – CHILDREN OF HUANG SHI (Sony Classics)
7/11 – WHEN DID YOU LAST SEE YOUR FATHER (Sony Classics)
7/25 – BRICK LANE (Sony Classics)

The following features and time are for RIALTO for the week beginning Friday 4/25/08-Thursday 5/01/08

Rialto Theatre, 1620 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

Feature: FLAWLESS

Heist movie. A crime/drama set in 1960 London, where a soon to retire janitor convinces a glass-ceiling constrained American executive to help him steal a handful of diamonds from their employer, the London Diamond Corporation. Michael Caine, Demi Moore. Rated PG-13, 108 min.

Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:15

Rocky Horror plays at Midnight on Friday 4/25 at Rialto.

Admission is $8.00. Matinee admission is $6.00. Cash only. ATMs are in walking distance.

The following features and time are for COLONY for the week beginning Friday 4/25/08-Thursday 5/01/08

Colony Theatres

Feature: THE COUNTERFEITERS
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00
Nightly: 9:20

Feature: UNDER THE SAME MOON
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:30
Nightly: 7:00

Feature: YEAR MY PARENTS WENT ON VACATION
A boy is left alone in a Jewish neighborhood in the year of 1970, where both World Cup soccer and dictatorship happen in Brazil. Rated PG, 104 min. Portugese/Yiddish/German. NOMINATED FOR BEST FOREIGN FILM OSCAR 2007.

Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:15-4:45
Nightly: 7:10-9:25

The following features and times are for MISSION VALLEY for the week beginning Friday, 4/25/08 and ending Thur. 5/01/08.

Mission Valley Cinemas
Feature: DECEPTION (R)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:10-7:25-9:50

Feature:Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay ®

Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:45

Feature: FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:10-7:20-9:45

Feature: FORBIDDEN KINGDOM (R)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:50

Feature: 21 (PG13)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:10-9:45

Special Notes:

Summer Kid Show Tickets now on sale 10 shows $6.00

Parents/Chaperones FREE

Starts 5/2/08 – IRON MAN (PG13)

5/16/08 – Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG)

(Adv.Tks for Mission Valley Theatres on sale at the Box Office or Online-therialto.com)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley. Passes OK: 21

The following features and times are for SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday, 4/25/08 and ending Thur., 5/01/08

Six Forks Station Cinemas

Feature: BABY MAMA (PG13)

Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-5:00-7:20-9:40

Feature: FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:15-9:40

Feature: 88 MINUTES (R)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:10-9:35

Feature: NIM’S ISLAND (PG)

Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:50-4:55-7:10-9:15

Feature: LEATHERHEADS (PG13)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:05-7:20-9:45

Feature: 21 (PG13)

Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:45

Special Notes:

Summer Kid Show Tickets now on sale for

Six Forks Cinema / Colony / Mission Valley

10 shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREE

Starts 5/2/08 – IRON MAN (PG13)

MADE OF HONOR (PG13)

5/16/08 – Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG)

(Adv. Tks for Six Forks Station On Sale at the Box Office or Online-therialto.com.)

Visa & MasterCards accepted at Six Forks

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Cool Classics at the Colony:

Look for a cool movie from the past on the 1st Saturday and 3rd Wednesday of every month!

05/03 MONTY PYTHON & THE HOLY GRAIL (11:59pm)

05/21 ALIEN (7:00 & 9:30)

06/07 PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT (11:59pm)

06/18 THE BIG LEBOWSKI (7:00 & 9:30)

07/05 THE ROAD WARRIOR (11:59pm)

07/16 AMELIE (7:00 & 9:30)

ALL COOL CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS

PRESENTED IN ORIGINAL 35MM FORMAT

ambassador movie information on myspace & rialto site

2008-01-07T18:33:00.000-08:00

greetings all and a happy new year! for all of ambassador entertainment's movie information, you can visit us at http://www.therialto.com/ or www.myspace.com/colonytheatre or call us at 919-856-0111.

see ya at the movies!

no country for old men at the rialto

2007-12-02T13:38:00.000-08:00

RIALTO THEATRE
1620 GLENWOOD AVE, RALEIGH, NC
919-856-0111

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN
nightly at 7:00 & 9:30
saturday and sunday matinees at 1:30 & 4:00

admission is $8.00, matinee admission is $6.00. sunday - thursday evenings we offer a student and senior citizen ticket for $6.00.

cash only

for more information on all of ambassador entertainment's theatres visit http://www.therialto.com/ or www.myspace.com/colonytheatre

see ya at the movies!

at ambassador 11/2 - 11/8

2007-10-29T17:09:00.000-07:00

The Colony is proud to present a special 35mm screening of the dystopian-thriller V FOR VENDETTA on Monday, November 5th (Guy Fawkes Day) at 8:00pm. Admission is only $5.00. Advance tickets on sale now. Call the theatre for more information, 847.5677.

The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY, MISSION VALLEY & SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 11/2/07 and ending Thursday 11/8/07.

Rialto Theatre1620 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh , NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)F
eature: THE DARJEELING LIMITED
Nightly: 7:00-9:20, Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
$8.00 general admission, $6.00 matinees.
ROCKY HORROR will play on Friday 11/2 at the Rialto starting at midnight – rocky horror is $5.00.
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Colony Theatre5438 Six Forks Road, Raleigh , NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: V FOR VENDETTA
Monday, November 5th: 8:00pm($5.00 admission for this show)
Feature: INTO THE WILDFriday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:00-4:00Nightly*: 8:00*No show of WILD on Monday, Nov. 5th
Feature: LARS AND THE REAL GIRLFriday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30Nightly: 7:15-9:30
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Mission Valley Cinema2109-124 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)Feature: BEE MOVIE (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-4:55-7:05-9:20
Feature: AMERICAN GANGSTER (R)Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:45-8:00
Feature: SAW IV (R)Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:45
Feature: 30 DAYS OF NIGHTS (R)Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:10-7:20-9:40
Feature: WHY DID I GET MARRIED? (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:50
Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com for all Shows (No Additional FEE)
Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley Cinemas
Starts 11/09/07 – FRED CLAUSE (PG), LIONS FOR LAMBS (R)
Passes OK: WHY DID I GET MARRIED, 30 DAYS OF NIGHTS
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Six Forks Station Cinema9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)
Feature: BEE MOVIE (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-5:00-7:05-9:20
Feature: MARTIAN CHILD (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:05-7:10-9:30
Feature: MICHAEL CLAYTON (R)Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:45
Feature: ELIZABETH: The Golden Age (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:15-9:45
Feature: JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:05-9:40
Feature: RENDITION (R)Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:10-7:20-9:50
SPECIAL NOTE:Advance Tickets on sale at the box office or on line at therialto.com (No Additional FEE)
Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station Cinemas
Starts 11/9/07 – FRED CLAUSE (PG), LIONS FOR LAMBS (R)
Passes OK: ELIZABETH: The Golden Age (PG13), JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB (PG13), RENDITION (R), MICHAEL CLAYTON (R)
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Look for a cool movie from the past on the third Wednesday of every month! (Plus "V for Vendetta" on Guy Fawkes Day!!!)
11/5 V for Vendetta (8:00)
11/21 Muppet Movie (7:00 & 9:30)
12/19 Great Muppet Caper (7:00 & 9:30)
01/16 The Breakfast Club (7:00 & 9:30)
ALL COOL CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS PRESENTED IN ORIGINAL 35MM FORMAT

Art in Colony lobby by Emily Tokarski November 1st-30th

Please visit our websites: myspace.com/colonytheatre, rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com, therialto.com

great world of sound at the rialto

2007-10-19T19:11:00.000-07:00

GREAT WORLD OF SOUND at the Rialto
nightly at 9:15, sat and sun matinees at 4:30
They're coming to make you a star!
When a man answers an ad to train as a record producer, he's excited by the prospectof signing undiscovered artists only to discover his new job isn't all it's cracked up to be.The awesome comedy GREAT WORLD OF SOUND starts at the Rialto on Friday, October 19th. Call 856.0111 for more info.Rated R, 106 min.
no show on monday 10/22

ambassador film schedule for friday oct 5 - thursday oct 11

2007-10-05T17:18:00.000-07:00

IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON opens at the Colony on Friday. JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB opens at the Rialto. Mission Valley and Six Forks pick up THE HEARTBREAK KID.The following features and time are for RIALTO, COLONY, MISSION VALLEY & SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 10/5/07 and ending Thursday 10/11/07. Enjoy.

Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:15

CASH ONLY. ATMs are in walking distance. $8.00 general admission. $6.00 Matinees.

ROCKY HORROR will play on Friday 10/5 at the Rialto starting at midnight.

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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: 2 DAYS IN PARIS
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:15-4:45
Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:15-9:20

Feature: IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:15
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Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry Road
Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: THE HEARTBREAK KID (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15 - 4:10 -7:20-9:50

Feature: THE KINGDOM (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30 - 4:00 -7:15-9:45

Feature: 3:10 TO YUMA (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:25 - 4:05 -7:05-9:40

Feature: RESIDENT EVIL: EXTINCTION (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:45 - 4:20 -7:10-9:45

Feature: SUPERBAD (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:20 - 4:15 - 7:30 - 9:55

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley Cinemas

Starts October 12 – MICHAEL CLAYTON (R)

Passes OK:
SUPERBAD
RESIDENT EVIL: EXTINCTION
3:10 TO YUMA

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Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum Drive
Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: SEEKER: THE DARK IS RISING (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05 - 3:55 -7:05-9:25

Feature: THE HEARTBREAK KID (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30 - 4:15 -7:15-9:40

Feature: DEATH AT A FUNERAL (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:25- 4:20 - 7:25 - 9:45

Feature: THE GAME PLAN (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:00-7:00-9:30

Feature: THE KINGDOM (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15 - 4:10 -7:20-9:45

Feature: 3:10 TO YUMA (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:20 - 4:05 -7:10-9:35

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station

Starts 10/12/07 – ELIZABETH : The Golden Years (PG13)

Passes OK
3:10 TO YUMA
DEATH AT A FUNERAL

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Cool Classics at the Colony:
Look for a cool movie from the past on the third Wednesday of every month! (Plus "V for Vendetta" on Guy Fawkes Day!!!)

10/17 Donnie Darko (7:00 & 9:30)
11/5 V for Vendetta (8:00)
11/21 Muppet Movie (7:00 & 9:30)
12/19 Great Muppet Caper (7:00 & 9:30)

ALL COOL CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS
PRESENTED IN ORIGINAL 35MM FORMAT

Art in Colony lobby by
Art by Billie Mann, October 1st -31st
artbybillie.net
myspace.com/artbybillie

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

see ya at the movies!

the jane austen book club @ rialto

2007-10-05T14:56:00.000-07:00

RIALTO THEATRE

1620 glenwood avenue, raleigh, nc

919-856-0111

http://www.therialto.com/

www.myspace.com/colonytheatre

THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB

nightly 7:00 & 9:15

sat & sun matinees at 2:00 & 4:30

see ya at the movies!

ambassador entertainment - we're the best - better than all the rest

2007-09-06T11:00:00.000-07:00

09.07.07-09.13.07

Hello!

CHINATOWN plays at the Colony on Wednesday, September 19th at 8:00pm. Tickets are $5.00. This is part of an ongoing 35mm film series at the Colony. Coming in October: DONNIE DARKO. Call 847.5677 for more information.
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The following features and times are for RIALTO, COLONY, MISSION VALLEY & SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 9/7/07-Thursday 9/13/07

Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: 2 DAYS IN PARIS
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00*-9:15
*No 7:00 PARIS on Sunday 9/9/07.

ROCKY HORROR will play on Friday 9/7 at the Rialto starting at 12:00AM.

Rialto accepts cash only - ATMs are in walking distance. Admission is $8.00, Matinee Admission is $6.00.

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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: MY BEST FRIEND
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:30-4:45
Nightly: 7:10-9:20*
*No 9:20 BEST FRIEND on Tuesday 9/11/07.

Feature: DEATH AT A FUNERAL
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly*: 7:00-9:15
*No 7:00 FUNERAL Tuesday 9/11/07.
*No 7:00 or 9:15 FUNERAL on Wednesday 9/12/07.
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Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry Road
Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: SHOOT'EM UP (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-3:00-4:55-7:20-9:50

Feature: HALLOWEEN (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:00-7:15-9:45

Feature: DEATH SENTENCE (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:40

Feature: SUPERBAD (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:15-7:30-9:55

Feature: BALLS OF FURY (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-2:55-4:50-7:10-9:35

Special Notes:
Adv. Tks at Mission Valley Box Office or on line at therialto.com
for all Shows (No Additional FEE)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley Cinemas
Passes OK: SUPERBAD
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Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum Drive
Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: 3:10 TO YUMA (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:05-7:10-9:35

Feature: MR. BEAN'S HOLIDAY (G)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-5:00-7:05- 9:15

Feature: HALLOWEEN (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:45

Feature: BECOMING JANE (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:40

Feature: BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:10-7:20-9:50

Feature: BALLS OF FURY (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-3:05-5:05-7:15-9:30

SPECIAL NOTE:
Advance Tickets on sale at the Six Forks Station box office or on line
therialto.com (No Additional FEE)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station

Passes OK : THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM, BECOMING JANE, MR. BEAN'S HOLIDAY

Starts Sept. 14 – MR. WOODCOCK (PG13)

Please visit our other sites for more information: www.therialto.com www.myspace.com/colonytheatre or call 919-856-0111

see ya at the movies!

Becoming Jane at The RIALTO

2007-08-25T11:11:00.000-07:00

BECOMING JANE
Genre: Biography / Drama / Romance
Tagline: "A woman especially if she has the misfortune of knowing anything, should conceal it as well as she can." -Jane Austen
Plot Outline: A biographical portrait of a pre-fame Jane Austen and her romance with a young Irishman.
Seldom does one go to a movie with high expectations and ends up having them fulfilled, but Becoming Jane is an exception in this case. I was charmed by Anne Hathaway's turn in Brokeback Mountain and The Devil Wears Prada and couldn't really understand the outcry resulting in her being cast as Jane Austen and after having watched the movie I know for sure Anne Hathaway was the right person for the role. Hot on the heels of 2005's Pride and Prejudice this movie offers a look into the early years of a spirited Jane Austen and her encounter with a man who could have formed the basis of one of her most famous literary characters Mr Darcy. I have to say this movie is without a doubt one of the BEST period films I have ever seen. Not only is it visually stunning but the performances from everyone are superb. Maggie Smith a delightful as the shrewd old Aunt. Julie Walters excellent as the mother who would give anything to knock some sense into her daughter ( Jane Austen that is ). Anna Maxwell Martin is also very good as the sister and confidante of Jane Austen. The director Julian Jarrold has done a wonderful job of making an amazing movie that will appeal to all generations. And finally the two very charming leads who are the very heart of the movie : Anne Hathaway and James McAvoy. In one word both are AWESOME. James although has little screen time then Anne makes you understand the sheer cockiness and arrogance of Tom Lefroy, from his live free attitude in life to his transformation as a man who begins to care for Jane Austen.His chemistry with Anne Hathaway is sizzling and a very important factor in maintaining the movie's momentum. And at last to the leading lady Anne Hathaway. The lady is a marvel as Jane Austen, her determination and spark is vividly captured by Anne in what can be called a very career defining performance. Not only does one feel the pain for Jane but one does marvel at what holds her together and her writing makes her pull through in life.It is Anne Hathaway's spirited portrayal of the literary icon that forms the essence of the movie. From her determination to write and her heart break to her feisty attitude to succeed as a writer is uniquely captures by the young actress. One can't really find the exact words to describe the actress's performance as Jane Austen, which is if simply put great. This movie has the makings to become the period drama of the year. A fine job by the actors and entire crew of the movie for giving us an insight to what could have been very important years in the young authors life. A delight to watch in every sense.

Rialto Theatre, 1620 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27608
$8.00 general admission $6.00 matinee admission
See ya at the movies!

919-856-0111
www.therialto.com
www.myspace.com/colonytheatre
www.rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com

film schedule for august 10th - august 16th

2007-08-11T13:57:00.000-07:00

TEMPLE OF DOOM plays at the Colony on Wednesday, August 15th, at 7:00 and 9:30. Admission is $5.00. This is part of the Colony's ongoing cult classic film series. Call 847.5677 for more information.

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The following features and time are for the week beginning Friday 8/10/07-Thursday 8/16/07:

Rialto Theatre 1620 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: BECOMING JANE Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30

Nightly: 7:00*-9:25*

No 7:00 JANE on Sunday 8/12. *No 7:00 JANE on Thursday 8/16.

Admission is $8.00, Matinee admission is $6.00. Sunday through Thursday evenings, Rialto offers seniors 60 and up and college students w/valid ID a discount ticket for $6.00. All seats are $8.00 Friday and Saturday evenings.

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Colony Theatre 5438 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: TEMPLE OF DOOM Wednesday, August 15th, 7:00 and 9:30

Feature: TALK TO ME Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:30-4:15

Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:10-9:35

Feature: ONCE Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:30 Nightly: 7:00*

No show Wednesday 8/15.

Feature: ANGEL-A Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: Nightly: 9:00*

No show on Wednesday 8/15.

Feature: RESCUE DAWN Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinee: 4:30

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Mission Valley Cinema 2109-124 Avent Ferry Road Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: RUSH HOUR 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-2:55-4:50-7:25-9:45

Feature: STARDUST (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:05-7:10-9:55

Feature: THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:10-7:20-9:50

Feature: HOT ROD (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-2:50-4:45-7:05-9:35

Feature: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-4:55-7:15-9:40

KID SHOW: CHARLOTTE'S WEB (PG) Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 a.m.

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Six Forks Station Cinema 9500 Forum Drive Raleigh, N C 27615

(Phone 846-3904)

Feature: STARDUST (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:40

Feature: RUSH HOUR 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-3:15-5-5:15-7:25-9:40

Feature: UNDERDOG (PG) Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-3:10-5:10-7:10-9:10

Feature: THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:10-7:20-9:50

Feature: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-5:00-7:20-9:35

Feature: NO RESERVATIONS (PG) Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-5:10-7:30-9:45

KID SHOW: CHARLOTTE'S WEB (PG) Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 A.M.

Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month: 8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (7:00 & 9:30), 9/19 Chinatown, 10/17 Donnie Darko, 11/5 V for Vendetta, 11/21 Muppet Movie, 12/19 Great Muppet Caper
ALL RETRO CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS

also visit us at http://www.therialto.com/, www.myspace.com/colonytheatre or call us at 919-856-0111

see ya at the movies!

rialto, colony, mission valley & six forks station schedule for 8/3 - 8/9.

2007-08-05T15:19:00.000-07:00

Pop CultuRetro at the Colony is proud to present INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM on Wednesday, August 15th at 7:00 and 9:30. Admission is $5.00. Call 847.5677 for more information.
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The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY, MISSION VALLEY , & SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 8/3/07-Thursday 8/9/07.

Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh , NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: ONCE
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:30Nightly: 7:00
Feature: SUNSHINE
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:30Nightly: 9:00
Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR on Friday 8/3.
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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: TALK TO ME
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:30-4:15Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:10-9:35
Feature: RESCUE DAWN Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30Nightly*: 7:00-9:30
No RESCUE DAWN on Sunday 8/5 and Tuesday 8/7.
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Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry RoadRaleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)
Feature: THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:10 - 4:10 -7:20-9:50
Feature: HOT ROD (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:00 - 2:55 -4:50-7:10-9:35
Feature: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:00 - 3:00 -4:55-7:15-9:40
Feature: HAIRSPRAY (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:15 - 4:05 -7:20-9:45
Feature: I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:25- 4:20 - 7:25 - 9:50

KID SHOW: HAPPY FEET (PG)Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 a.m.

Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.comfor all Shows (No Additional FEE)Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley
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Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum DriveRaleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)
Feature: UNDERDOG (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:10 - 3:10 -5:10-7:10-9:10
Feature: THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:15 - 4:10 -7:20-9:50
Feature: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:00 - 3:00 -5:00-7:20-9:35
Feature: NO RESERVATIONS (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 12:45 - 2:55 - 5:10 - 7:30 - 9:45
Feature: HAIRSPRAY (PG)Fri.-Thur.: 1:30- 4:15 -7:15-9:40
Feature: Harry Potter & Order Of The Phoenix (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 1:15- 4:15 -7:15-10:05

KID SHOW: ARTHUR & THE INVISIBLES (PG)Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 A.M.

SPECIAL NOTE:Advance Tickets on sale at the box office or on linetherialto.com (No Additional FEE)Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station
Starts 8/10/07 – STARDUST (PG13)
Passes OK: HAIRSPRAY, UNDERDOG
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Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month:

8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (7:00 & 9:30)
9/19 Chinatown
10/17 Donnie Darko
11/5 V for Vendetta
11/21 Muppet Movie
12/19 Great Muppet Caper

ALL RETRO CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS

Art in Colony lobby by Horrified Slippy
July 1st- July 31st

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

ambassador film schedule for friday july 13th - thursday july 19th

2007-07-15T10:07:00.000-07:00

Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi magnum opus 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY plays at the Colony on Wednesday, July 18th, at 8:00pm. Admission is $5.00. Look for a cool cult classic at the Colony on the third Wednesday of each month. Call 847.5677 for more information.

The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY, MISSION VALLEY , and SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 7/13/07 and ending Thursday 7/19/07.

Rialto Theatre 1620 Glenwood AvenueRaleigh , NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: ONCE Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:30-4:30 Nightly: 7:00-9:15
Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 7/13.
Rialto accepts cash only - ATMS are in walking distance. Admission is $8.00, Matinee admission is $6.00. Box Office opens at 6:30 pm nightly during the week.
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Colony Theatre 5438 Six Forks RoadRaleigh , NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY Wednesday, July 18th, 8:00pm Admission is $5.00
Feature: EAGLE VS. SHARK Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:30-4:45
Nightly: 7:00*-9:30 *No 7:00 EAGLE VS. SHARK on Thursday 7/19.
Feature: WAITRESS Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00 Nightly: 7:05*
*No 7:05 WAITRESS on Wednesday 7/18.
Feature: EVENING Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:30 Nightly: 9:15*
*No 9:15 EVENING on Wednesday 7/18.
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Mission Valley Cinema 2109-124 Avent Ferry Road Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)
Feature: Harry Potter & Order Of the Phoenix (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-4:00-7:00-9:55 Feature: CAPTIVITY (R) Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-3:05-5:00-7:20-9:40
Feature: TRANSFORMERS (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:10-4:10-7:10-10:00
Feature: RATATOULLE (G) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:35
Feature: LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:20-7:05-9:45

KID SHOW: FLUSHED AWAY (PG) Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 a.m.

Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com for all Shows (No Additional FEE) Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley.
Passes OK:RATATOULLE, LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD
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Six Forks Station Cinema 9500 Forum Drive Raleigh , N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)
Feature: Harry Potter & Order Of The Phoenix (PG13)Fri.-Sat.: 11:00-1:15-2:00-4:15-5:00-7:15-8:00-10:05Sun.-Thur.: 1:15-2:00-4:15-5:00-7:15-8:00-10:05
Feature: TRANSFORMERS (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-1:45-3:45-4:45-7:00-8:00-9:50 Feature: RATATOUILLE (G) Fri.-Sat.: 12:00-2:25-4:50-7:10-9:40Sun.-Thur.: 1:20-4:00-7:10-9:30
Feature: LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:05-9:45

KID SHOW: BARNYARD (PG) Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 am

SPECIAL NOTE: Advance Tickets on sale at the box office or on linetherialto.com (No Additional FEE) Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station.
Passes OK: RATATOUILLE, LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD

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Colony Film Series: Look for a cool retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month:

7/18 2001: A Space Odyssey (8:00pm ONLY!)
8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
9/19 Chinatown
10/17 Donnie Darko
11/5 V for Vendetta
ALL CLASSICS ARE FIVE DOLLARS!

Art in Colony lobby by Horrified Slippy
July 1st- July 31st

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

see ya at the movies!

rialto & colony film schedule for 6/29 - 7/5

2007-06-26T13:04:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for the RIALTO and COLONY for the week beginning Friday 6/29/07-Thursday 7/5/07. Rialto & Colony will be open for matinees on Wednesday, July 4.
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Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh , NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: WAITRESS
Saturday/Sunday/Wednesday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:20

Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 6/29.

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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: LA VIE EN ROSE
Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Wednesday Matinees: 1:00-4:00
Nightly: 7:00-9:40

Feature: EVENING
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:05-9:30

rialto and colony accept cash only. atms are in walking distance. general admission is $8.00, matinee admission is $6.00. for mission valley and six forks station schedules, please visit: www.therialto.com or call 919-856-0111.

see ya at the movies!

coming soon to the RIALTO! ONCE!

2007-06-23T11:56:00.000-07:00

beginning at THE RIALTO THEATRE friday july 6, ONCE!

Director: John Carney

Writer: John Carney

Genre: Drama / Music

Tagline: How often do you find the right person?

Plot Outline: A modern-day musical about a busker and an immigrant and their eventful week, as they write, rehearse and record songs that tell their love story.

review:
The heart has reasons that reason knows nothing about, 9 June 2007

Author: mjjusa-1 from United States

I write these for friends and if you love movies you are a friend: I saw a movie last night that was so good that I have spent the last hour looking up information about it on the Internet Movie Data Base and related links. I have included the Fox Searchlight website for the movie at the bottom of this review so you can hear the music. So now I know that is was made in 17 days and at a cost of less than $150K and reflects a Dublin of 10-15 years ago when Dublin was much poorer and more working class.

And, I would be much poorer in life and spirit, and my heart, like most of us, covered in scar tissue from life, would not seem so vulnerable and new, if I had not seen this movie. A simple story of a street musician in Ireland, singing covers during the day for Euros, and his own music at night for cents. A verging on middle aged man, still living with his Da, repairing vacuums in a tiny shop and writing songs to his lost love in his tinier bedroom. Approached by girl, an immigrant, who loves his songs, understands the pain that gave them life, and soon they are in a music shop with the girl playing the piano and together they prove that art isn't produced from big budgets or green lit by ten vice presidents and that seventeen days and a pittance can make me get goose bumps just trying to write a review of what I saw in a dark theater with ten other people in a complex dominated by Shrek, Pirates, and Spiderman.

I knew a woman once who only read novels about unrequited love. What a wonderful phrase: unrequited love. Archaic, unrequited, love, universally known and unknown, and as a friend said about the movie and its songs: no great art came from happiness. But the movie isn't sad, it's pulsing with life and music and incident and the process of how art is made. I have always been a sucker for movies about how art is made: Shakespeare in Love, Hurley Burly, as examples, but in both those, art that was known. In Once, on the streets of Dublin, an Irishman and a Czech girl, remind us of how, to my generation, the guitar was king, a guitar, bass, drums and piano a symphony orchestra, and there was no power like the power of rock and roll. In all generations, love sought, found, lost, and sometimes regained is the stuff that brings us to the theater, to the book, to the movie.

I'm in the midst of reading a book by an Irishman, a detective novel, the hero a reader, and the author uses the book to list books he likes: from one...'the body moves on, the mind stays and circles the events of the past.' This must be true of the writer/director.

You won't forget these people. I can't forget their songs. We should all meet, my movie loving friends, and talk about this movie in a bar in Chicago I know that has great music on the jukebox, cold cold beer, and is dark enough so we would all look good. Neil Young sang: only love can break your heart, Once asks 'how often do you meet the right person', and as fellow movie goers I ask how often can the right movie be made, shown in your local, and break/make you heart at seven of a beautiful summer's eve? It's the best movie of the year. Maybe of the last five years. But, I am not a dispassionate critic, I loved it.

for more info call 919-856-0111 or go to www.therialto.com

see ya at the movies!

film schedule for 6/22 - 6/28/07

2007-06-23T11:44:00.001-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY, MISSION VALLEY and SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 6/22/07 and ending Thursday 6/28/07.

Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: WAITRESS
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:20

Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 6/22.

RIALTO ACCEPTS CASH ONLY. ATMS ARE IN WALKING DISTANCE. GENERAL ADMISSION IS $8.00. MATINEE ADMISSION IS $6.00. SUNDAY - THURSDAY EVENING WE OFFER A SENIOR CITIZEN AND STUDENT DISCOUNT TICKET FOR $6.00 - SENIORS MUST BE 60 YEARS AND ABOVE AND STUDENTS MUST PRESENT A VALID COLLEGE I.D.

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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: LA VIE EN ROSE
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:00-4:00
Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:00-9:40

Feature: MAFIOSO
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:05-9:30

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Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry Road
Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: EVAN ALMIGHTY (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-3:05-5:00-7:20-9:35

Feature: 1408 (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:50-4:55-7:25-9:50

Feature:FANTASTIC 4: Rise Of The Silver Surfer (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-5:00-7:15-9:30

Feature: OCEAN'S THIRTEEN (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:10-9:45

Feature: KNOCKED UP (R)
Fri.-Mon.: 1:30-4:10-7:05-9:40
Tue.: 1:30-4:10

(Starts Wednesday – June 27)
Feature: LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13)
Wed.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:00-9:45

KID SHOW: OVER THE HEDGE (PG)
Tue. & Wed.: 10:00 a.m.

Special Notes:
Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com
for all Shows (No Additional FEE)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley Cinemas
PASSES OK
KNOCKED UP
OCEAN'S 13

Starts 6/27 – LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13)

Screening 6/26 at 7:30 – 481 seats
LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13)

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Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum Drive
Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: EVAN ALMIGHTY (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-3:15-5:15-7:15-9:30

Feature: FANTASTIC 4: Rise Of The Silver Surfer (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-3:00-5:00-7:05-9: 30

Feature: NANCY DREW (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:55-5:10-7:20-9:25

Feature: SURF'S UP (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-3:05-5:05-7:05-9:15
(No 7:05 or 9:15 show on Tuesday, 6/26/07)

Feature: OCEAN'S THIRTEEN (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:00-7:10-9:45

Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)
Fri.-Tue.: 1:00-4:30-7:45

Starts Wednesday – June 27, 2007
Feature: LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13)
Wed.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:00-9:45

KID SHOW: ANT BULLY (PG)
TUE. & WED.: 10:00 A.M.

SPECIAL NOTES:
Advance Tickets on sale at the box office or on line at therialto.com (No Additional FEE)

Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station
Starts -6/27/07 – LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG13)
Passes OK
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN
OCEAN'S 13
SURF'S UP

Screening: DEATH AT A FUNERAL
7:30 on Tuesday, 6/26 – 239 seats

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Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month: 6/20The Dark Crystal (Plays at 7:00 and 9:30), 7/18 2001: A Space Odyssey, 8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, 9/19 Chinatown, 10/17 Donnie Darko, 11/5 V for Vendetta

ALL SPECIAL SHOWINGS ARE FIVE DOLLARS

Art in Colony lobby by Ellen Shepard
June 1st- June 30th
ellenshepardvop.com

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

colony, rialto and all of ambassador cares about quality!

2007-06-20T18:22:00.000-07:00

from a loyal fan's best list:

Rhonda's Ten Best Reasons to Live In Raleigh: #1

by Rhonda

In no particular order, cause I love them all equally, I'll start with a long-time favorite (Note: these will be my own personal favorites, which may or may not be yours and may or may not be found on some slick top ten list in a magazine somewhere; which means they are highly specific and my opinion, and have nothing to do w/ top coffee towns or top recreation cities or top singles or smart people cities. Feel free to agree or disagree, or if you don't know cause you have never been . . . Go.)

The Colony Theater

Before Madstone, before Galaxy, before the idea of multiplex independent film cinema existed--back when the (still-great) art-deco Rialto was the only art house theater in Raleigh, the owner of the very same Rialto opened the Colony twin screen theater in an older real-type ordinary Raleigh suburban shopping center at Six Forks and Millbrook Rd, just outside the beltline (above North Hills, look for the Food Lion on your right).

The Colony is Raleigh's unsung hero if a place can be a hero. Although from the outside it looks like the sort of theater that would have closed in some other city long ago when the multiplex giants took over, inside the Colony is an oasis. Everything from international and independent, little-known hard to find films, to popular indie sleeper films, shown on two wide screens in large auditoriums, with comfortable theater seating complete with cup holders, and most importantly excellent sound and lighting. In this theater, you will never fume because the film is out of focus, or the lights didn't go off when the film began, making a glare on the screen so you can't see the film, because the projectionist cares enough about film and about you, the viewer, to stay in the booth long enough to make sure everything works properly before running off (which I'm sorry to say is not the case elsewhere).

This kind of reliable care and attention over many years has been and continues to be due to the manager, Denver Hill, a former English major, a long-time fan of good cinema. He has been at the Colony for as long as I can remember, starting out as many do there, with a teenage-type job, then growing into a first-class manager who keeps his place running the way it should: brisk, courteous service, without sacrificing its unique comfy, laid back, "let's just hang out" atmosphere. The Colony has about the most eager to please, friendliest crew I've ever seen in a theater, serving up draft and bottled beer, wine, and other beverages along with the usual movie snacks, and always with smiles and a welcoming attitude. There are plush arm chairs, plants, and an enormous sofa that is so welcoming, people often sink down into its softness and read from the great selection of books (yes, there's a bookcase full of donated books with a sign that invites you to take one if you like, and/or donate one).

The Colony Theater

Other reasons to arrive early and lounge about: you will want to read the long, growing bulletin board that takes up an entire wall with community messages and happenings, and browse through the magazines and flyers on the counter below the bulletin board. Or view the art exhibited on the remaining walls by area artists. Or come early and ask that friendly crew about what is coming next; get questions answered about film, advice on what to see. They actually know lots and love to chat about movies and community events.

Which brings me to the unsung hero part (aside from just being an awesome place to see movies): what sets the Colony apart from other art house theaters is Denver's and his girlfriend Michelle's dedication to Raleigh's nonprofit groups, helping their causes. For example, tomorrow night -- grab your pen --

Tuesday May 22 at 7 PM ---- MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW

The Colony is showing "Kundun"

-- a rarely seen film by the acclaimed director Martin Scorsese, that tells the story of the Dalai Lama's exile from Tibet. The score is by Philip Glass, the Oscar-nominated avant-garde composer. Don't miss this opportunity to see an excellent Scorsese film you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else. Feel good knowing your $5 ticket price goes toward helping out the Kadampa Center, a Tibetan Buddhist community in Raleigh that needs funds for a new space.

Denver Hill has been doing this sort of thing for years, quietly, and never for his own glory, just wanting to help, welcoming community nonprofits who need space to view a film, hear speakers, raise funds; bringing together many of Raleigh's groups around a film that ties into their cause, often packing the house, making the Colony not only a great place to gather and and view a film; but also an important force in the community.

It's not all serious issue stuff!!

Denver loves to bring in favorite fun films, new 35 mm prints of classics, and runs movie events. Last week, we all enjoyed "Easy Rider"

Other fun films coming up:

June 20	The Dark Crystal
July 18	2001 A Space Odyssey
August 15	Temple of Doom

Only 5 Bucks for these great films! You can call for other feature film showings, and prices, plus any other info: 856-0111.

One final tiny treat: if you are a lifetime lover of movies, look down at the carpet. It's so cute.

Comments

Amen - the Colony is my favorite place in town. One of my favorite things is the ability to to hear the occasional bottle of empty beer roll down through the middle of the seat area - and as if it is some act of from above it never seems to smash after it's roll through the plinco arena of seats. If not for the Colony I would not be able to see some of the first run indy films that I wait for. Thank you Jebus...

Posted by: oliver | May 22, 2007 9:52:39 PM

"Although from the outside it looks like the sort of theater that would have closed in some other city long ago when the multiplex giants took over" ...

Not just a coincidence there, really. This theater location has a history - it was a very popular 99 cent theater when I was in high school, long before Blue Ridge existed.

Posted by: Justin H. | May 22, 2007 10:43:46 PM

hmmm... this post just added to my google reader 7 hours ago. So by the time I read it, it was the 23rd. :(

Posted by: Alexander | May 23, 2007 6:21:24 AM

Dang. Not off to a good start, of all the things to do in Raleigh, we get #1; a movie theater. I understand an independently owned theater is nice, "real" and roots. But there has got to be better things going on in Raleigh than a movie theater...

Not a knock on the effort; just the #1 is weak in my opinion (I know it was not ranked, just hoping for a bigger splash).

Posted by: CarnifeX | May 23, 2007 9:07:29 AM

Nice article...I agree the Colony is great, as well as their parent theatre, the Rialto. Their owners (locally-owned Ambassador Entertainment) also deserve much credit for Mission Valley Cinema...another older theatre that would certainly be empty today if not for their support! (Not to mention, the only cineplex left inside-the-beltline.)
Good work AE!

Posted by: RaleighRob | May 23, 2007 10:57:57 AM

raleighbob you are right! mission valley is an asset to the whole town, esp. for students. its fun to go there for the typical "college humor" movies just to see it with the crowd. and their draft beer selection is great and cheap!

Posted by: erg | May 23, 2007 11:17:46 AM

Something else that rolls well down the concrete floor are peanut m&m's. Not that I have ever spilled an entire bag during a serious film or anything. . .

One thing to note - they only take cash. No debit cards.

Also, only came into the feed reader today - missed the film last night. Don't know if that's a Raleighing thing or a reader thing.

Posted by: ml | May 23, 2007 12:32:48 PM

thanks Rhonda. i had forgotten about the Colony. can't wait to read the rest of your list.

Posted by: raleighDan | May 23, 2007 1:08:20 PM

rhonda.
you are dead on.
as usual.

Posted by: moon looney | May 23, 2007 3:40:46 PM

CarnifeX, the big splashy things are fine and certainly get us on the map, but it is the little things that make YOUR city into YOUR city...a city that you love. The things you really miss about your city when you leave. I'm with Rhonda. The Colony is great. And I will add a sub #1 -- Cinema, Inc. Raleigh's oldest running "film society" For you movie lovers who do not know what this is, check this out: http://www.cinema-inc.org/ Once a month, Sunday night movies for anyone who loves good movies. 12 shows, one a month, at the Rialto. A steal for $20 and it is great to see these movies again, or for the first time, on the wide screen. And Rialto has such great popcorn. Thank you Ambassador, for Colony, Rialto and MV.

Posted by: Beth Y | May 23, 2007 5:28:56 PM

Sorry this was delayed and some of you missed Kundun. My fault. Probably.

Yes! The sound of the beer bottle rolling down the slanted floor, muffled giggles marking its path--what can you do but laugh as it comes by your seat but you can't see it in the dark, so you can't grab it or anything--so on it goes merrily, and no one ever knows where it eventually comes to rest. Except that hard working staff that cleans up after.

Splash? Nothing on my list has splash, sorry. Splash is noise. Which is the opposite of what I'm after with this list. Splash is the sound that people above the surface hear when something with substance makes a plunge into deep water. The sound of splash dies quickly, while the thing that made that sound continues on through depths so mysterious and strange and delightful you must dive in to know, follow until it reaches the ocean floor where you will find other sunken treasure, along with beer bottles from the Colony and the Rialto.

Warning: if you are looking for splash, don't read the second installment, coming soon. It will put you to sleep. I'm serious. Skip the next one.

Posted by: rhonda | May 23, 2007 5:40:16 PM

I've recently found this great little blog while doing some completely unrelated research and am glad I did. As a die hard movie fan (and ex movie theatre worker and manager over Chapel Hill way for many years), I'm glad to see there are others who share my love for The Colony.

Every comment you make right about the technical aspects being followed is dead on and I suspect will *always* be that way, even though I'm sure the need for a projectionist is all too quickly dying out as film is being savaged for DVD and other (read: cheaper to distribute, show, and milk for every dollar) technologies in the biz. I've seen the future of film presentation and it's scary. But it's the professionalism, attention to patrons, and willingness to show 'the small gems', are what makes a theatre away from simply being entertainment to being a much loved place to visit and meet friends...regardless of what's on screen. Forget all the multiplexes with the copycat boxes; give me genuine devotion to the art every day.

The Colony does it right and the way it should be...and I warmly promote them to anyone and everyone I can. Not sure it's a No 1 (and again, not a knock, just an observation as someone else has stated previously), but definitely in the top 8 for certain.

Posted by: themarquise | May 23, 2007 11:47:10 PM

Yes, Raleighing is definitely picking up steam lately with Rhonda's posts. You might also want to check out RDU-WTF http://www.rduWTF.com

Posted by: Robert E | May 24, 2007 6:32:06 PM

I scan this site periodically hoping that most of Raleigh's true hidden gems will remain hidden. Please keep all references to Cinema Inc and similar venues to yourself and close family.

Let's hear it for the RALEIGH GRANDE!

Posted by: crank m | May 24, 2007 10:25:57 PM

Despite Crank's admonition about not to mention it.....I will not that Cinema, Inc. just selected the films for its 2007/2008 season: http://www.cinema-inc.org/07_08_Schedule.htm
It is the usual varied list and I am looking forward to them all!

Posted by: Beth Y | May 29, 2007 12:19:01 PM

Thank all you folks for your kind words. I am glad our efforts are noticed. We have a great staff and great patrons. Also, please check out our Six Forks location.

Plesae let us know what you like about our theatre and on what we can improve at our Colony, Mission Valley, Rialto, and Six Forks cinemas.

See ya at the movies,

Bill Peebles

www.therialto.com
www.myspace.com/colonytheatre
www.rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
919-856-0111

1962 classic mafioso at the colony!

2007-06-17T11:19:00.000-07:00

Italian cultural icon and cinematic great Alberto Sordi (1920-2003) was in peak form when he starred as Antonio Badalamenti, a Sicilian who's become a successful FIAT executive and efficiency expert in Milan and goes on a two-week vacation to his hometown of Catanao in Sicily with blonde northern wife and two little blonde daughters. Laughs and thrills happen when they're welcomed back into Antonio's family – and the good graces of Mafia boss Don Vincenzo. It turns out Antonio not only owes the Don a favor for getting him the job up north, but is regarded by the local Cosa Nostra as a piciotto d'onore, a kid who distinguished himself in the ranks (maybe you could loosely translate the phrase "good old boy") and he also happens to be the best marksman the town has ever known. What starts out as a broad comedy and a warm social satire on the Italian south turns more serious and intense as the hero fits right in and his initially standoffish wife starts liking the family and bonding with one female member whose beauty she's able to bring out.Fine writing, direction, and use of locations add up to a seamless film. You're never bored for a minute and most of the time you're hugely entertained, so it makes sense that Mafioso is going to have a revival release in the United States. It's unseen here, not on DVD and would be worth seeing not only for the fun it provides but for the display of Alberto Sordi's range and fluency as an actor. Sordi starred in Fellini's early pair, The White Sheik and I Vitelloni. Andrew Sarris has said Lattuada is "a grossly under-appreciated directorial talent." Il Mafioso shows the writing skills of Marco Ferreri and Rafael Azcona, working with the team known as Age & Scarpelli (Agenore Incrocci and Furio Scarpelli). Their screenplay may be tongue-in-cheek, but it nonetheless provides insight into the Mafia, and the film's picture of Sicilian town life (in wonderfully rich grainy black and white, high style for the time) is vivid and authentic-looking and -feeling. Music by Piero Piccioni, another mainstay of Italian cinema (Il bel Antonio, Salvatore Giuliano, Una vita violenta). Produced by Dino De Laurentis with Antonio Cervi; this can also be seen as a product that reflects the energy and spirit of Italy's postwar "economic miracle" period when so much was exciting culturally in the country – cinema, literature, design.Shown in a handsome new print as part of the 2006 New York Film Festival.

MAFIOSO plays nightly at the COLONY theatre (corner of six forks and millbrooks roads) at 7:00 & 9:30!

waitress at the rialto

2007-06-17T11:15:00.000-07:00

for ambassador's regular film schedule, please go to www.therialto.com OR www.myspace.com/colonytheatre OR call us at 919-856-0111

review for waitress: Waitress is a film that is nearly impossible not to love. It is such an obvious labor of love for all involved and brings out some of the best work of many of those involved. And unlike many "labor of love" films, this one is actually both highly entertaining and easily accessible. From start to finish, it is a heart moving and amusing film with many quirks and magnificent originality. While it is a romantic comedy, it is not a "Hollywood" romantic comedy in that the film rarely -- if ever -- goes where you expect it to go.The story follows a young waitress (played by Keri Russell – from felicity) who is married to a full-time loser (Jeremy Sisto – from six feet under) with a mean spirit. She finds out she is pregnant which ultimately puts her on a collision course with the new doctor in town (Nathan Fillion – from firefly/serenity) whom she falls into a passionate love affair with. The film follows this waitress as she tries to sort out her own problematic relationship with her husband, understand what her heart is telling her about her affair, all the while dealing with her everyday life with her fellow waitress friends (Adrienne Shelly and Cheryl Hines) and a grumpy old customer (Andy Griffith) who happens to own the restaurant where she works.Every character in this film is memorable for one reason or another, including several minor characters such as the short-order cook of the restaurant, and even a mother and her young, obnoxious son who frequent the restaurant and strike fear into the pregnant protagonist. Andy Griffith in particular grabs the audience's attention and makes his role a true standout.Adrienne Shelly who acted in, wrote and directed the film (as well as co-set designed, co- costume designed and even provided one of the songs for the film) has left one perfect little film here. It is such a tragedy that she did not live to see this film's release as it certainly would have given her the success she so richly deserved. This film can easily be recommended to anybody who has a heart.

WAITRESS plays nightly at 7:00 & 9:20 at the rialto theatre on glenwood avenue -a raleigh cinema tradition since 1942!

don't forget THE DARK CRYSTAL is playing at the colony theatre on wednesday june 20th for just 5 bucks! call them at 919-847-5677 for more details!

see ya at the movies!

the dark crystal at the colony!

2007-06-11T16:21:00.000-07:00

Jim Henson's THE DARK CRYSTAL plays at the Colony on Wednesday, June 20th, at 7:00 and 9:30pm. This is the 25th anniversary of this cult classic. Admission is only $5.00 to see this film in a rare 35mm print. For more information please call the Colony at 847.5677.

rialto/colony film schedule 6/8 - 6/14

2007-06-10T11:53:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY for the week beginning Friday 6/8/07-Thursday 6/14/07.

Rialto Theatre

1620 Glenwood Avenue

Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: WAITRESS

Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30 Nightly: 7:00-9:20

No 7:00 WAITRESS on Sunday 6/10.

Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 6/8.

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Colony Theatre

5438 Six Forks Road

Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: PARIS JE T'AIME

Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:45-4:15

Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:05-9:30

Feature: AWAY FROM HER

Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:30

Nightly: 7:00

Feature: WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY

Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:30

Nightly: 9:15

for more info on summer kid shows at the colony and schedules for mission valley and six forks station click here: www.myspace.com/colonytheatre or here: www.therialto.com

see ya at the movies!

ambassador film schedule for friday june 1st - thursday june 7th

2007-06-02T10:26:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO , COLONY, MISSION VALLEY , & SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 6/1/07-Thursday 6/7/07...
Rialto Theatre
1620 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh , NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: WAITRESS
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:20
Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 6/1.
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Colony Theatre
5438 Six Forks Road
Raleigh , NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: THE VALET
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:15-4:15
Nightly Fri-Thurs: 7:15-9:20

Feature: AWAY FROM HER
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:30
Nightly: 7:00

Feature: WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:30
Nightly: 9:15
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Mission Valley Cinema
2109-124 Avent Ferry Road
Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: KNOCKED UP (R) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:20-7:20-9:55

Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)Fri.-Thur.: 12:45-2:00-4:00-5:15-7:30-9:15

Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG) Fri.-Thur.:1:00-3:00-5:00-7:15-9:15

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:15-7:15-10:00

Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com for all Shows (No Additional FEE) Visa & MasterCard accepted at mission valley cinemas.
Summer Kid Show Tickets Now On Sale 10 Shows $6.00 – Parents & Chaperones FREEPASSES OK SPIDER-MAN 3 SHREK THE THIRD Starts June 8 – OCEAN'S 13 Auditorium # 1 Completely Refurbished: Including New Screen & Delux Seats
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Six Forks Station Cinema
9500 Forum Drive
Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: MR. BROOKS (R) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:20-9:50

Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)Fri.-Sat.: 12:00-1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15 Sun.-Thur.: 1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15

Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG) Fri.-Sat.: 12:30-1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00 9:30-10:15Sun.-Thur.: 1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00-9:3010:15

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.- Thur.: 1:00-4:00-7:10-10:00

SPECIAL NOTE: (Friday Ad) SIX FORKS / MISSION VALLEY / COLONYSummer Kid Shows start on June 12 & 13 Guaranteed Seating – 10 Shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREE(Daily Ads – Top)Six Forks / Mission Valley / ColonyKid Shows start on June 12 & 13 10 shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREE
Starts June 8 – SURF'S UP & OCEAN'S 13Visa & MasterCard accepted at six forks station.

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Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month: 6/20 The Dark Crystal (Plays at 7:00 and 9:30), 7/18 2001: A Space Odyssey, 8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, 9/19 Chinatown, 10/17 Donnie Darko, 11/5 V for Vendetta
ALL SPECIAL SHOWINGS ARE FIVE DOLLARS

Art in Colony lobby by Ellen Shepard
June 1st- June 30th
ellenshepardvop.com

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

film schedule for 5/25 - 5/31

2007-05-27T12:22:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO, COLONY, MISSION VALLEY, and SIX FORKS CINEMAS for the week beginning Friday 5/25/07-Thursday 5/31/07...

Rialto Theatre 1620 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: WAITRESS (PG-13)Saturday/Sunday/Monday Matinees: 2:00-4:30
Nightly: 7:00-9:20
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Colony Theatre 5438 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)
Feature: BLACK BOOK (R)Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Monday: 2:00, 5:00, 8:00 Tue-Thu: 8:00 Feature: AWAY FROM HER (PG-13)Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Monday: 2:15, 4:30, 7:00, 9:15 Tue-Thu: 7:00-9:15
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Mission Valley Cinema 2109-124 Avent Ferry Road Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)Fri.-Sat.: 12:00-1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15-11:15 Sun.-Thur.: 12:00-1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15 Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG) Fri.-Sat.:1:00-2:00-3:00-4:00-5:00-7:15-8:00-9:15-10:00-11:00Sun.-Thur.: 1:00-2:00-3:00-4:00-5:00-7:15-8:00-9:15-10:00Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-4:15-7:15-10:00 Summer Kid Show Tickets Now On Sale! 10 Shows $6.00 – Parents & Chaperones FREE!Auditorium # 1 Completely Refurbished: Including New Screen & Delux Seats
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Six Forks Station Cinema 9500 Forum Drive Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)Fri.-Sat.: 9:45-12:00-1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15 Sun.: 1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15 Mon.-Thur.: 12:00-1:00-3:30-4:30-7:00-8:00-10:15 Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG) Fri.-Sat.:11:00-12:30-1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00 -9:30-10:15Sun.-Thur.: 12:30-1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00-9:30-10:15Feature: GEORGIA RULE (R) Fri.-Sat.: 11:15-1:30-4:15-7:20-9:35 Sun.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:20-9:35 Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.- Sat.: 10:00-1:00-4:00-7:10-10:00 Sun.-Thur.: 1:00-4:00-7:10-10:00 Summer Kid Show tickets now on sale! 10 shows $6.00 – Parents & Chaperones FREE!
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Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month: 6/20 The Dark Crystal, 7/18 2001: A Space Odyssey, 8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, 9/19 Chinatown, 10/17 Donnie Darko, 11/5 V for Vendetta.

Art in Colony lobby by Chad Burnette May 1st- May 31st chadburnette.com

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com

"away from her" at the rialto this week!

2007-05-20T11:10:00.000-07:00

The following features and times are for RIALTO, COLONY, MISSION VALLEY, and SIX FORKS for the week beginning Friday 5/18/07-Thursday 5/24/07...

Rialto Theatre

1620 Glenwood Avenue

Raleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: AWAY FROM HER

Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00-4:30

Nightly: 7:00-9:15

Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 5/18.

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Colony Theatre

5438 Six Forks Road

Raleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: KUNDUN

one night only! Tuesday, May 22nd, 7:00pm $5.00

Feature: BLACK BOOK

Fri/Sat/Sun 2:00, 5:00, 8:00

Mon.*No show on Tuesday 5/22

Feature: AFTER THE WEDDING

Fri/Sat/ 1:45, 4:30, 7:10, 9:30S

un 1:45, 9:30Mon/Tue/Wed 7:10, 9:30

No 7:10 show on Thursday 5/24

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Mission Valley Cinema

2109-124 Avent Ferry Road

Raleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG)

Fri.-Sat.:1:00-2:00-3:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-9:15-10:00-11:00

Sun.-Thur.: 1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-9:15-10:00

Feature: 28 WEEKS LATER (R) Fri.-Thur.: 1:45-4:10-7:20-9:50

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-2:15-4:15-5:15-7:15-8:15-10:00

Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)Thursday (May 24): 8:00-9:00

Tickets Now On Sale Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com for all Shows (No Additional FEE) Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley.

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Six Forks Station Cinema

9500 Forum Drive

Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: SHREK THE THIRD (PG) Fri.-Sat.:11:00-12:30-1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00-9:30-10:15Sun.-Thur.:12:30-1:15-2:45-3:30-5:00-5:45-7:15-8:00-9:30

Feature: GEORGIA RULE (R) Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:20-9:35

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13) Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-10:00

Feature: MISS POTTER (PG) Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-3:15-5:15

Feature: THE HOAX (R) Fri.-Thur.: 7:25-9:40

Feature:Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (PG13) Thursday(May 24): 8:00-9:00

Tickets Now On Sale SPECIAL NOTE: All Seats $5.50 before 6 p.m.Summer Kid Show tickets now on sale forSix Forks Cinema 10 shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREEGroups & Special Showings Call 846-3904

ambassador film schedule for friday may 11 - thursday may 17

2007-05-07T16:18:00.000-07:00

Please come out to the Colony tomorrow night (Tuesday, May 8th) at 7:00pm for a special screening of two short Tibetan Buddhist documentaries by acclaimed filmmaker Ellen Bruno. (brunofilms.com) "Satya: A Prayer for the Enemy" and "Sky Burial" will be introduced by Geshe Gelek Chodak, a Tibetan lama living in Raleigh . All proceeds benefit the Kadampa Center , a Tibetan Buddhist community in Raleigh . (kadampa-center.org). Admission is $5.00.

Two more special showings at the Colony...EASY RIDERWednesday, May 16th
Movie starts at 7:00pm. Admission is $5.00.35mm print!!!

Martin Scorsese's KUNDUNTuesday, May 22nd, 7:00pm$5.0035mm print!!!

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The following features and times are for RIALTO and COLONY for the week beginning Friday 5/11/07-Thursday 5/17/07...

Rialto Theatre1620 Glenwood AvenueRaleigh, NC 27608 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: BLACK BOOK
Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:00-4:00
Nightly*: 7:00-9:40*
No show of BLACK BOOK at 7:00 on Sunday 5/13.

Rialto will play ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at midnight 5/11.

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Colony Theatre5438 Six Forks RoadRaleigh, NC 27609 (Phone 856-0111)

Feature: EASY RIDER
Wednesday, May 16th7:00pm$5.00

Feature: YEAR OF THE DOG
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 2:00
Nightly*: 7:00
*No YEAR OF THE DOG at 7:00 on Wednesday 5/16

Feature: HOT FUZZ
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 4:15
Nightly: 9:15

Feature: AFTER THE WEDDING
Friday/Saturday/Sunday Matinees: 1:45-4:30
Nightly*: 7:10-9:30
*No show of AFTER THE WEDDING on Tuesday 5/15

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Mission Valley Cinema2109-124 Avent Ferry RoadRaleigh, N C 27606 (Phone 834-2233)

Feature: 28 WEEKS LATER (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:45-4:10-7:20-9:50

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-10:00

Feature: DISTURBIA (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:15-9:45

Feature: BLADES OF GLORY (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:05-2:55-7:25- 9:40

Special Notes:Adv. Tks at the Box Office or on line at therialto.com for all Shows (No Additional FEE) Visa & MasterCard accepted at Mission Valley Cinemas
PASSES OK BLADES OF GLORY DISTURBIA

SHREK THE THIRD (PG) – Thur. 5/17 at 10 p.m.Tks Now On Sale Aud. # 1 Completely Refurbished: Including New Screen & Delux Seats28 WEEKS LATER (FOX) (R) 100 Min.

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Six Forks Station Cinema 9500 Forum Drive Raleigh, N C 27615 (Phone 846-3904)

Feature: GEORGIA RULE (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:30-4:15-7:20-9:35

Feature: SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG13)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:00-2:00-4:00-5:00-7:00-8:00-10:00

Feature: MISS POTTER (PG)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:15-3:15-5:15-7:15-9:30

Feature: FRACTURE (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:20-4:10-7:15-9:45

Feature: THE HOAX (R)
Fri.-Thur.: 1:25-4:20-7:25-9:40

SPECIAL NOTE: All Seats $5.50 before 6 p.m.Summer Kid Show tickets now on sale forSix Forks Cinema 10 shows $6.00 – Parents/Chaperones FREEGroups & Special Showings Call 846-3904 Adv. Tks on sale at the box office or on line therialto.com (No Additional FEE)Visa & MasterCard accepted at Six Forks Station
Passes OK MISS POTTER FRACTURE THE HOAX

SHREK THE THIRD (PG) – Thur. 5/17 at 10p.m.Adv. Tks on Sale GEORGIA RULE (Univ) (R) 111 Min.

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Colony Film Series: Look for a retro classic on the third Wednesday of each month: 5/8 "Satya: A Prayer for the Enemy" and "Sky Burial" (brunofilms.com), 5/16 Easy Rider, 5/22 Kundun, 6/20 The Dark Crystal, 7/18 2001: A Space Odyssey, 8/15 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, 9/19 Chinatown, 10/17 Donnie Darko, 11/5 V for Vendetta

Art in Colony lobby by Chad Burnette
May 1st- May 31st
chadburnette.com

Please visit our websites:
myspace.com/colonytheatre
rialtocolonytheatres.blogspot.com
therialto.com