In a city filled with cinemas and movie lovers, there is no theatre in Portland whose facade can rival that of the Hollywood Theatre. The Hollywood originally opened in 1926 as a silent movie theatre equipped with an 8-piece orchestra and an organist. The spot was such a popular destination that the entire neighborhood was dubbed “Hollywood.” This elaborate historic landmark was bought by the nonprofit Film Project Oregon in 1997, leading to a major restoration project after decades in disrepair. Today, the theatre is admired for its use of…
