About Apex Entertainment
Apex Entertainment offers a diverse movie-going experience across its locations (Village 8, Baxter Avenue, Bardstown Road), catering to various preferences from first-run blockbusters to bargain second-run films and cult classics. A strong unique value proposition is their commitment to accessibility, featuring level floors and comfortable reclining seats, making it inclusive for patrons with mobility challenges. They are also known for having the 'best popcorn in town' and providing good customer service in clean facilities.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families seeking a comfortable movie experience with modern seating.Individuals with mobility challenges (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, arthritis) due to the highly accessible level floors.Movie buffs who enjoy both current releases and bargain-priced second-run films.Fans of cult classics and unique cinematic events (e.g., Rocky Horror).Parents looking for a clean and well-maintained venue for family outings.
Why families love it
- Very good customer service reported across locations.
- Clean facilities, with no reported issues of being out of items or dirty.
- Baxter Avenue Theaters offers a great selection of first-run films in a comfortable environment.
- Village 8 is noted as the only second-run theater in Louisville offering bargain prices all day long.
- Baxter Avenue hosts monthly Rocky Horror Picture Show and occasional midnight movies.
- They boast the 'best popcorn in town' (specifically mentioned for Baxter Ave. Theaters).
Insider tips
- For families on a budget, consider visiting Village 8 for bargain prices on second-run movies.
- If comfort is a priority for first-run movies, Baxter Avenue Theaters is specifically recommended for its environment.
- Individuals with mobility issues (arthritis, leg injury, wheelchair users, walkers, canes, casts) will benefit greatly from the level floors at the Bardstown Road/Village 8 locations.
- Be aware that if you rely on closed captioning, there have been consistent issues with device functionality at Village 8.
- Don't miss trying the popcorn, especially at Baxter Avenue.
Good to know before you go
- Deaf customers relying on closed captioning devices, especially at Village 8, due to persistent issues with device functionality and battery life.
- If strictly seeking the lowest prices for first-run movies, as some prices are noted as 'somewhat pricey' (though Village 8 offers bargain second-run options).
- Prices are described as 'somewhat pricey' by one reviewer, with a suggestion for lower senior prices (Review 1).
- Significant issue with closed captioning devices at Village 8: devices are often dead, have dead batteries, or are not functional, leading to frustration for deaf customers.
- Crowds
- No specific crowd level or busy times are mentioned in the reviews. One reviewer noted 'plenty of space' without specifying a time.
- Value
- Pricing appears to vary by location and film type. First-run movies at locations like Baxter Avenue might be 'somewhat pricey' according to one review, but Village 8 offers 'bargain prices all day long' for second-run films. There is a conflicting report, with another reviewer stating 'prices are good' generally. Senior prices are mentioned as potentially needing to be lower.
- Food
- Concessions are available and highlighted, with Baxter Avenue Theaters specifically praised for having the 'best popcorn in town'. This suggests buying their offerings is encouraged, but no explicit outside food policy is stated.
- Accessibility
- Excellent wheelchair accessibility, highlighted by level floors throughout the theaters (no climbing necessary).
- Safety
- No specific safety features for children (e.g., supervised play areas, entry/exit controls) are mentioned as it is primarily a movie theater.
What parents say
"As mentioned I give four out of five stars no place is perfect in words thoughts or actions Apex theaters also owns the theaters on Bardstown Road and Village a village eight right now it's close to do what's going on how the Apex theaters I've been there they've offered Goods very good customer service they have very nice facilities the prices the prices are somewhat pricey I think senior prices could be a little bit lower I've always have had plenty of plenty of space it's wheelchair accessible and this is a big plus I liked about the theaters Village 8 and I called Mid City Mall Apex theate"
4 years ago
"Baxter Ave. Theaters is one of the few locally owned movie theaters left! They have a great selection of films, they show Rocky Horror monthly and occasional midnight movies! They also have the best popcorn in town! Keep Louisville Weird!"
15 years ago
"I love to go to this place! I have never had a problem with it being clean or out of something. The prices are good and they are launching a new up grade program to change the seatting and more. They are very Veteran friendly."
8 years ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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