Just to the west of Westwood Boulevard and on the corner of Broxton and
Weyburn is the Mann Bruin Theatre, a survivor as a single screener
showing only first run movies. The outside of the theater is dwarfed by
the nearby Village Theatre, however sports a clean architectural look
on its own. Once home to such award winners as Chariots of Fire, The Bruin
continues to be a top-notch viewing location. This theatre remodeled in
the last few years and now sports modern projection equipment and seating
areas.
Mann Village
Westwood, CA Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
Step across the street
and you will run into one of Southern California's most historic and
respected theatres. The Mann Fox Village Theatreis one of a handful
of surviving "Fox" theatres of the olden day. The Village
was built in 1931 and still sports a towering spire shouting
the distinctive "Fox" lettering to anyone within a few blocks
of the theatre. This is definitely a first run theatre, and the interior
is extremely spacious and comfortable. Those who like to soak in ozone
can sit in the balcony section.
See more of the Fox Theatres from across the nation here at Roadside Peek'sFox Theatre.
Mann Regent
Westwood, CA Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
In the center of the village is the Mann Regent Theatre located
on Broxton Avenue, made into a one way street in the 1990's. The Regent
is similar to other Westwood theatres and sports no really distinct architecture
on its own. However, its proximity to the Falafel King makes this one
of the places to visit as you make your rounds in Westwood Village.
Mann National (Demolished)
Westwood, CA Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Mann National is another large single screener showing top
notch first run movies. Just across the street from Circuit City, the
National frequently has large crowds wrapped around the building just
waiting to get in and at the butter flavoring. Distinctive to the National
is the huge blue sign with white lettering. Also notable is the curved
glass panes around the top of the theatre.
Mann Bruin
Mann Regent
Mann National (Demolished)
