Dada = Bar + Movie Theater

I read on Shanghai Expat that Dada, a bar in Pu Xi, had a movie night featuring The Mack, a 1973 American “blaxploitation” film. Expecting a theater, I was surprised to arrive at a low-key bar in an alley with no clearly-marked sign, little lighting, and a great sound system. At the far end of the bar are trendy but comfortable couches facing a movie screen. The bar scene slowly transforms into a movie theater as the music is turned off for the film and everyone relaxes into seats with their beers. Free cups of popcorn are provided on the bar counter throughout the movie and at one point, a bartender came around with free Nestle ice cream drumsticks too.

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3 Responses to Dada = Bar + Movie Theater

  1. Anne Willemann says:

    Simmy – love your blog! You make me feel like I’m right there, enjoying it with you. Glad you’ve met Kenny and Ali – sounds like you’ve been with them a few times. I’ve shared your blog with many friends and they love it too! You go, girl!

  2. LAD says:

    In Houston we have the Movie Tavern. Maybe they got the idea from the Chinese.

    I’m learning HECSALV right now so props to Herbert.

  3. ms2e1 says:

    Awesome work! I will follow this, Pro, so keep up the Nice work!

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