When the afternoon heat makes an outdoor plan less appealing, Rialto Cinemas Sebastopol in The Barlow is a reliable, air-conditioned fallback — an independent, multi-screen theater showing a mix of first-run releases and independent films you won’t find at the big multiplexes. It’s a good option for a lazy midday matinee or an evening show after a day of wine tasting nearby. Being in The Barlow, it’s easy to combine with dinner or a drink at one of the surrounding restaurants and bars before or after. Check the schedule ahead of time, since showtimes and titles rotate through the week.
