Comments on: Julie/Julia premieres @ Hollywood & Wine launch in Hbrg

By: LAURA

LAURA — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:51:30 +0000

My husband and I went to Julia & Julia (glad it was back)tonight and thought we would try HOLLYWOOD and WINE…we were so dissapointed…It was so hot inside the small room we were in I drank my expensive 5oz glass of wine before the show even began…we had to sit in the front row because I couldn`t see over the stiff squeaky seats…we felt like we were in a small wearhouse…not cozy at all…you should of had someone sit through a movie in the seats before you purchased them…try out the Rialto…great seats! maybe for the price of everything you should start over and included wine and food with the ticket so we know what we really are getting…we were so confused on how much we were spending that we opted for popcorn instead of the little cheese or sandwich plates…now I feel sick…

By: Frances

Frances — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:18:33 +0000

Ha! Great post, Heather, you nailed it for this fellow blogger! Scoffed just-roasted chicken dinner (so as not to disappoint the spirit of Julia) in time to leg it down to the Boulevard Theater here in P’Town and viewed the food-lovers flick for myself, last night. Had read both books that the movie was based on a while back and considered there to be little competition in the stakes of which one I’d liked to have seen the most materialize on screen. Could have guffawed along with all the snorting old geezers and their wives scoffing popcorn all night long had “My Life in France” been the sole content, though Julie’s story, irritating to the millions of bloggers out there typing away to God knows who, was a good reminder to have more of a laugh when landing ourselves in the host or hostess role! Oh yes, and to drink more wine. Though not necessarily in the movie theater.

By: Wojamo

Wojamo — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:49:29 +0000

I checked, and it seems like they’re no longer showing Julie/Julia in the Hollywood and Wine theater. They’re showing two girly movies now instead. Just one week? And a movie that is so much about food and wine- why wouldn’t they keep it going for at least a few weeks? Disappointing.

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:53:11 +0000

I am a movie theater and wine enthusiast. Having a Sonoma county venue that combines the two has been a long time coming. My husband and I visited Hollywood & Wine at the Raven last week. We had a chance to sit in the bar area and chat with employees and the owners who were very happy to hear feedback from the customers and were very open to new ideas as they test new beverages and food choices. We enjoyed a glass of wine and beer and were pleased with the variety. Upon returning to the theater this week, we were pleased to see that “house wine choices” in the price range of $6:00-$6.50 added to the menu. The beer prices starting at $5.25 for 12 to 15 ounces of beer is very affordable. The employee behind that bar area also confirmed that we can look forward to new food choices on the menu in the next couple of weeks. We both loved the upscale seating and intimate setting of the theaters and are looking forward to returning often.

By: Susan

Susan — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:05:10 +0000

Okay, I’m gonna be a curmudgeon. Hollywood & Wine is a good idea that isn’t really working at the Raven. We went to the 4 pm show on Aug 7. Bought our tickets online but had to stand in-line behind many queueing up for multiple screens to get our tickets. Therefore, time at the wine bar was short. The wine pour was miserly — $10.50 for 5 oz. The seats are squeaky and a little uncomfortable. The 5 oz was gone before the previews were over but couldn’t face another $10.50 or leaving the movie to order another. So, for the two of us it was a $46 movie: $11.50 per ticket, plus $1.00 online surcharge (no convenience); plus $10.50 for 5 oz of wine. I suggest biting the bullet, charging $20 per ticket and handing over a carafe of wine. It’s still a great idea — just needs refinement.

By: Emily

Emily — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:19:46 +0000

Are they going to be doing this again? I’m so glad the Raven did this! It sounds like there are staff and food improvements to be made, but once everything is ironed out, this could really be a fun time for other movies.

By: Wojamo

Wojamo — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:42:08 +0000

Little tip (and I know some of you already know this:)
Most local theaters have raised their “standard” ticket price to $10. Even the crummy 3rd street cinemas is $9.25! But, if you buy the tickets at Costco, you can still get them for $6.99 each and they’re good for the Roxy, Airport, and 3rd Street. They don’t have discounted tickets for the Rialto at Costco (they also raised their prices to $10. Hello? Thought we were in a recession!) but you can get the “passport” for $8 per show.

By: winegal

winegal — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:55:13 +0000

This is a great idea but when I attended the 4pm Sunday show I was disappointed. First of all, we bought tickets online (and paid a $2 surcharge) but still had to stand in line with everyone who didn’t buy ahead. The seats are still set up like an ordinary theatre with just a cup holder and small tray table for food. There was one gal attending to the bar and she had to open bottles, pour wine, and when someone ordered a panini – the ONLY food available by the way – everyone in line waited while she made the sandwich. No food and wine pairings as had been advertised. Basically, just like seeing a movie with Coke and popcorn but substitute an $8 glass of wine and a $6.50 panini on top of your $11.50 ticket.

By: the GreenGrocer

the GreenGrocer — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:15:15 +0000

Truly an excellent concept and a welcome addition to the Healdsburg wine scene! So nice that the GreenGrocer, of Windsor, turned out to offer foodie/movie goers free hors d’ourves in honor of Julia(& Julia) on Saturday night. The Grocer also provided entertainment to the crowd with “BUNZ & BEATS”, giving away Sticky buns and Hot Chai Tea paired with an Eclectic Performance by DJ Fresco. The crowds lingered, filled up on locavore fare and danced off into the night! The GreenGrocer also announced a new Gastro-Pub Dinner Menu & new Free Wine Tasting Daily from 5-6pm… local, sustainable, delicious.

By: Crissi

Crissi — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:57:47 +0000

So, did you love it? I went last night with my kids and sister, and we loved it! We didn’t go to Raven’s (we’re out of town right now), but the movie was excellent even without a glass of wine!