The Malverne Cinema & Art Center was the brainchild of B.S. Moss Theatres and construction began prior to World War II. However, like many building projects of that time, construction was halted due to lack of building supplies available during WWII. The skeleton of steel girders stood in the center of the Village (probably serving as huge monkey bars for the local kids) until shortly after the war. In May of 1947 the Malverne Cinema & Art Center opened with it’s first film “It’s A Wonderful Life” from director Frank Capra.
Today the Malverne Cinema & Art Center has 5 screens and offers Mainstream films, Independent & Foreign films, Private Screenings, Cast and Crew Screenings, Premiers and both private and public parties.
The Stampfel Family took over operations of the Malverne Cinema & Art Center in March of 1990 when the cinema had already been cut into 2 screens. Noticing the appetite of local movie buffs, the move to expand to 4 screens began in 1996 and the 5th screen in 1997. Through the years The Malverne Cinema & Art Center can boast of hosting 6 magical marriage proposals and 2 fun filled bridal showers as well as countless children and even Adult birthday celebrations. During the Pandemic closure and only when it was safe to do so, the cinema had an additional 2 more marriage proposals and many family reunions. Tears flowed and hearts were filled as many people hadn’t seen each other for months and months.
The Stampfel Family also run The Bellmore Movies & The Showplace in Bellmore in Nassau County Long Island, New York.
Here at the Malverne Cinema & Arts Center we strive to provide a safe environment where everyone can see the movies they love. We adhere strictly to the guidelines below and we may require proof of age as well as deny entry to films if we suspect these guidelines are not being followed.
MPAA guideline for R-rated Movies: Under 17 Requires Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian.
This rating means the film may contain adult material such as adult activity, harsh language, intense graphic violence, drug abuse and nudity.
- An adult guardian is defined as a legal guardian 21 years of age or older that is responsible for the minor during the time of the R-rated movie.
- You must be 17 years or older to purchase a ticket for an R-rated movie.
- You must be 21 years old or older to purchase tickets to an R-rated movie for others.
- Anyone under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 21 years old or older throughout the entire movie.
- Anyone with a pre-sale/online sale ticket for an R-rated movie may be asked to show I.D. before admittance.
R – Restricted
These films contain adult material; parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their children to see it. Strong language, violence, sex, and drug use may be present, or the movie’s general theme may be inappropriate for younger moviegoers. Regal does not permit entry to any person under the age of 6 to R-rated movies. Further, persons between the ages of 6 and 16 will only be permitted entry when accompanied by a person over the age of 21. Note: Admission policies may vary by location due to state or local ordinances. Contact your local theatre if you have questions regarding any state or local requirements.
NC-17 – No One 17 and Under Admitted
Signifies that the rating board believes that most American parents would feel that the film is patently adult and that children age 17 and under should not be admitted to it. Only persons age 18 years and over will be permitted. The film may contain explicit sex scenes, an accumulation of sexually-oriented language, and/or scenes of excessive violence. The NC-17 designation does not, however, signify that the rated film is obscene or pornographic in terms of sex, language or violence.
We request every parent help us to provide a safe environment for all the children who visit us!!