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December 28, 2011
French art house shuts its doors in protest
PARIS, FRANCE — Art-house theaters in the U.S. have been slowly losing grasp of their bookings for years because of major chains starting to pick and choose art-house fare for their own cinemas. In Paris, some theater owners aren’t about to give up so easily. The Cinema Le Balzac has shut its doors in protest of this and other cinemas are following.
Read more in the Los Angeles Times
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Arcada Theatre hosts fan favorites
ST. CHARLES, IL — The historic Arcada Theatre will be showing fan favorite films the next few nights. Tickets ($6 for adults, $4 for children) are available at the door only for classics new and old.
Read more in Trib Local.
(Thanks to Norman Plant for providing the photo.)
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December 27, 2011
Two closed theaters to reopen
KAILUA, HI — The former Keolu Center Cinemas is reopening after over the three years dark. The new owners have a ten year lease on the space and will focus on family fare. Read more in the Pacific Business News.
ANDERSON, CA — After abruptly closing two months ago, the new Valley Cinemas reopened December 23rd. They intend to maintain the same low prices, use real butter on their popcorn and install a screen for 3-D. Read more in the Record Searchlight.
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Oscars academy to build outdoor theater in Hollywood
HOLLYWOOD, CA — Originally intended to be used for a movie museum, the vacant lot near Fountain and Vine is to be used as an Academy-run outdoor theatre for classic films. It’s scheduled to be completed by the spring. While it’s a noble idea to contribute to the community, one wonders how much demand there will be.
Read more in the Los Angeles Times.
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December 23, 2011
Happy Holidays from Cinema Treasures
All of us here at Cinema Treasures wish you a happy holiday and a healthy New Year. We look forward to many more serving you.
Thank you
(Thanks to Norman Plant for providing the photo.)
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Art House Theaters: Cinema of Dreams
RICHMOND, VA — The venerable Westhampton Theater could be closing and residents are dreading being without their local treasure. Providing the only local venue for art-house film, residents are concerned that only a focused community effort can save this theatre or open a new channel for it’s product’s presentation.
Read the full story at Richmond.com
(Thanks to JackCoursey for providing the photo.)
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Luxury theater opens at Fashion Island
NEWPORT BEACH, CA — From concierge service to reserved seating through online ticketing, the new Island 7 at the Fashion Island mall is trying raise the bar for moviegoing. Opening last week, the theatre offers expanded food options and with its columns and granite counter tops, gives off the feel of luxury.
Read more in the Corona del Mar Patch.
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December 22, 2011
Holiday series at the Crest
SACRAMENTO, CA — Starting today the Crest Theatre will be presenting the holiday classic, “Its A Wonderful Life”. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a film in this classic gem.
Read more in the Sacramento Press.
(Thanks to JohnRice for providing the photo.)
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Cobb Countryside 12 will get you moving
CLEARWATER, FL — In addition to the standard upscale amenities, the new Cobb Countryside 12 will have D-Box Motion Seats and 3-D capabilities on certain screens. The theatre is part of a new expansion to the Westfield mall.
Read more at {WTSP](http://www.wtsp.com/news/article/226458/250/Bay-Areas-newest-movie-theater-will-get-you-moving).
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December 21, 2011
World’s Coolest Movie Theaters
A piece in the Huffington Post the other week presents a slideshow of some of the most unique-looking theaters around the world. Check out the list along with some comments from Cinema Treasures' very own Ross Melnick.