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Cinema Nova

Indie Movie Theater
Carlton, Carlton
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    Roberta C.
    "Lovely and intimate cinema."(3 Tips)
    Sam
    "Great indie cinema"(2 Tips)
    Chris M.
    "Why not try the cherry ripe choc top?"(2 Tips)
    Aida Z.
    "Cheap tickets on Mondays before 4, and they show several mainstream..."(2 Tips)
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  • Jobe W.heart icon on user image
    Jobe WilliamsFebruary 21, 2016
    A nice cinema in the heart of Carlton. On Mondays there are cheap tickets, make sure you get there earlier or buy tickets before dinner to avoid disappointment.
  • Leon S.
    Leon SFebruary 25, 2013
    Need a tooth removed? Buy a packet of vanilla peanuts. 9/10 dentists approve of this form of tooth removal, both from the tooth chipping density of the peanut and the 60grams of sugar per 100grams.
  • Kassi
    KassiJuly 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Favourite cinema in Melbourne. Tickets are $13 concession (cash only) and the guy from The Crayon Fields works here! Always shows the movies I can't find anywhere else, in cosy, intimate cinemas.
  • Tomfooleryheart icon on user image
    TomfoolerySeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    The screens aren't huge, but they always have a great selections and you can't go past the Cheap Mondays $6/9 tickets
  • Peter R.heart icon on user image
    Peter RMarch 5, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Delightful little cinema. Cheap Mondays. Can take booze into the theatres. Get there early as the line for food and beverages can be long during peak times.
  • Ines N.
    Ines NormanJune 19, 2013
    Love this Cinema - great for normal & alternate films. Favourite room is the bamboo room; perfect with a bit of high tea. :)
  • Rachel R.heart icon on user image
    Rachel RothJanuary 2, 2017
    Great snacks for reasonable prices, but you will need to pay cash as foreign cards dont work.
  • Mimi T.heart icon on user image
    Mimi TaherMay 30, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Cute and cozy little cinema and the choice of movies are amazing!Also tickets are $9 on Mondays
  • Pedal P.
    Pedal Pusher3051May 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Cut myself on the sharp slot on the side of the toilet paper dispenser so when you attempt the pull down on the new roll have a bandaid of your own because there aren't any in their first aid kit.
  • Cassandra P.heart icon on user image
    Cassandra PriggOctober 22, 2015
    Home made choc tops and carafes at the bar- don't forget you can bring your drink into the movie.
  • Karen A.
    Karen AubreyAugust 19, 2013
    There is quite a line on Mondays but worth it for a $6 ticket (before 4pm)($9 after 4pm). - normally $19. Cash only.
  • Rani
    RaniJanuary 14, 2015
    that old school feel that hoytts won't give you. discounted mondays for students!
  • Kate B.
    Kate BradleyOctober 23, 2011
    Wonderful, intimate yet spacious cinemas and the more decent array of films
  • Javier D.heart icon on user image
    Javier Delgado EstebanOctober 8, 2015
    Great cinemas, small cosy rooms, good offer of international independent cinema
  • Pedro M.heart icon on user image
    Pedro MercesOctober 22, 2016
    Always an eclectic selection of flicks.
  • paddy M.
    paddy MCJune 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    mind the cash only money laundering and sat night price gouging - but best flicks in town
  • Mike S.heart icon on user image
    Mike ScottJanuary 28, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Check out a Nova Deluxe screening. Wine, tapas, choc-top and a comfy seat included with the film. Amazing value!!!
  • talia l.
    talia lanacAugust 17, 2011
    no eft does at least make the lines go quick. also no allocated seating so make sure you turn up early if you wanna go sit with your friends
  • Effbee
    EffbeeMarch 31, 2013
    The screen in cinema 7 is small. Most home TV's would be bigger!
  • Andy H.heart icon on user image
    Andy H.February 16, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Awesome cinema! Lots of films screened here you can't see elsewhere.
  • Sam G.
    Sam GranleeseJanuary 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Tickets are $19. Make sure you sit middle-to-front as the screens aren't big.
  • Aisling S.heart icon on user image
    Aisling SmithDecember 11, 2012
    Get a glass of wine and bring it into the movie with you! Lovely intimate cinema!
  • Garry J.
    Garry JohalMarch 13, 2010
    Join the Cinema Nova group on Facebook. They often give out free passes for preview screenings. All you have to do is RSVP (quickly) to a Nova-run event and you might get free tix. Read more
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    JJune 11, 2023
    Lots of special screenings, events, double features
  • Roberta C.heart icon on user image
    Roberta C.February 15, 2016
    Lovely and intimate cinema.
  • OrganicManDigitalWorldheart icon on user image
    OrganicManDigitalWorldMay 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Always have cash, if not buy a .75 cents bottle of water and get cash out.
  • Michelle W.
    Michelle WrightFebruary 25, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Am glad chilli chocolate icecream is back in stock. Yum!
  • Erin J.heart icon on user image
    Erin JamesonMay 15, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The tapas is really impressive.
  • Aida Z.
    Aida ZabidiNovember 22, 2010
    Cheap tickets on Mondays before 4, and they show several mainstream films too.
  • Samheart icon on user image
    SamJanuary 25, 2016
    Great indie cinema
  • Hana V.heart icon on user image
    Hana VApril 11, 2015
    Awesome movie choises
  • OrganicManDigitalWorldheart icon on user image
    OrganicManDigitalWorldOctober 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    It's all about the chic tops... cherry ripe
  • Stewy_Melbourne
    Stewy_MelbourneFebruary 10, 2012
    you are in Carlton so you obviously LOVE @carlton_fc
  • Kevin Y.heart icon on user image
    Kevin YankMarch 25, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Unmatched in choc tops.
  • Carlton FC
    Carlton FCMay 11, 2011
    A Carlton favourite. Just like us.
  • James N.
    James NobleSeptember 12, 2011
    Go see 'The Guard', excellent irish comedy. Read more
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BApril 24, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Nice atmosphere!
  • YogaChicky
    YogaChickyJune 10, 2012
    If you're going to see a midnight movie, don't park your car in the Lygon Court car park. It closes at 1am & they charge you $24 to open the gate! Such a rip off.
  • Jonathan P.
    Jonathan PohNovember 27, 2009
    Been here 5+ times
    Watch an arthouse movie at the Nova. Cheap tickets on Monday nights, get there early! Read more
  • Mia K.heart icon on user image
    Mia KattJune 13, 2014
    $6 movie tics on Monday's 'til 4. Nothing wrong with that!
  • Megan C.
    Megan ChristieApril 11, 2011
    Cherry Ripe choc top and $6 on Mondays!
  • Michelle T.heart icon on user image
    Michelle TydemanDecember 29, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Chocolate covered freeze dried strawberries
  • Vicky H.
    Vicky HMarch 9, 2011
    Cinema 13 a cosy small home theatre, abt 15 seats.
  • Andy B.
    Andy BraithwaiteJanuary 31, 2010
    Get here early on Monday night for cheap tickets, sessions often sell out!
  • Chris M.
    Chris MarmoFebruary 20, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Why not try the cherry ripe choc top?
  • Naite M.
    Naite MossNovember 21, 2011
    2 large drinks & a large popcorn $12. Not bad nova...not bad
  • LeLe I.heart icon on user image
    LeLe IskandarJanuary 9, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Cash only on Nova! Get your cash ready!
  • Tanya W.
    Tanya WatkinsJune 10, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Just try and say no to the popcorn. I dare you!
  • Lucas V.
    Lucas VaughanJanuary 31, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Extremely indie cinema
  • Lynn I.
    Lynn IsmailJuly 16, 2011
    This place isn't bad at all..
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