The ImaginAsian

The ImaginAsian was a 300 seat movie theater[1] in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, dedicated to exclusively showcasing Asian films, music performances, and live events.[2] It was located on 59th Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, and opened in 2005.[3]

The ImaginAsian was owned by ImaginAsian Entertainment, which also operated ImaginAsian TV (a 24/7 cable network), ImaginAsian Radio, and iaLink, an online e-zine. In 2007 the company opened another theatre, the ImaginAsian Center in Los Angeles.[3]

All films shown at The ImaginAsian were in their original language and subtitled for English-speaking audiences. The theatre was able to project English subtitles onto films that did not previously have an English subtitled release.[4]

The ImaginAsian primarily showcased Asian films, including films from Japan, China, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea and the Philippines, as well as Asian American films from the United States. New box-office hits and independent films were shown alongside lesser-known classic titles. It also hosted several film festivals, including the New York Asian Film Festival and the New York Filipino Film Festival.

The ImaginAsian was housed in a completely renovated Clearview Cinemas location, which was formerly known as the DW Griffith Theater. The theatre was acquired by Phoenix Cinemas, until they closed the location in 2014.

References

  1. ^ Vanairsdale, S. T. (April 23, 2006). "ImaginAsian Finds a New Formula for Asian Films in America". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  2. ^ "The ImaginAsian". www.theimaginasian.com. Archived from the original on October 17, 2019. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  3. ^ a b "10 Former Workers Sue ImaginAsian for Unpaid Wages". Anime News Network. March 17, 2026. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  4. ^ "ImaginAsian TV Plans New LA Theater". Anime News Network. March 17, 2026. Retrieved March 17, 2026.

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