Ivy Bliss

Yes, Miami loves the silver screen—and Hollywood loves it back. We’ve all ogled iconic angles of our beloved city in the movies, be it Fontainebleau Miami Beach in Scarface, Matheson Hammock Park in There’s Something About Mary or Jimmy's Eastside Diner in Moonlight, among so many others. It makes sense, then, that we have plenty of state-of-the-art movie theaters and homegrown film festivals in Miami to keep us entertained year-round.  On the theater front, they span souped-up, technologically advanced cinemas and historic gems screening limited-release films. For festivals, they are equally as diverse, including massive gatherings with A-listers and more intimate affairs showcasing burgeoning local talent. Rain or shine in our tropical confines, there’s never a bad time to catch a good flick. If you’re looking for the best film festivals and movie theaters in Miami, here’s where to find ‘em. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Miami when it rains

Named after the late Miami Herald film critic and completely renovated with funding from his family, this is a gem of an indie movie house. It’s roomier and more plush than most first-run cinemas and offers an eclectic mix of Asian, European and arthouse fare. The downside is that it’s difficult to get to via public transport. Thankfully, it’s well worth the effort.