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Amber Case

Feb 21, 2020

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I took an amazing class here with Julie Perini! It was such a good way to learn, and a comfortable environment to learn in.

Patrick Lee

Nov 29, 2019

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Great staff, great films and great mission. The Portland International Film Festival (PIFF) is one of the jewels of the NWFC

Leslie Gong

Jun 17, 2019

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Call to cancel the summer camp two weeks ahead of time, and got only 50% refund.

Low Pursuit

Apr 17, 2019

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Only been here once and the performance wasn't really my thing

Ted Wittman

Dec 01, 2015

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Great facility that offers classes, films and culture to the community.

Kevin Koehlner

May 25, 2014

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This is such a great community resource. Not only do they provide classes, they also have some of the best options for viewing rare and vintage films.

Aaron Kelly

Apr 08, 2012

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Ridiculously overpriced? Perhaps. A scam run by the art museum. Also perhaps. Some great teachers and interesting classes? Definitely. I don't have the money to take classes here anymore, and I already took the ones that interest me. If you want to take one, though, take one from Roger Margolis.

Chris Stone

Mar 21, 2012

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The place is a bit pricey to catch a movie. However, it is a non-profit and brings in movies you would not be able to catch elsewhere.

Kathleen Anson

Feb 14, 2012

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The theater is in the basement of the Portland Art Museum. Large, comfy seats, and a large screen make for a wonderful movie-going experience. Major drawback, though, is no food or drink.

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