The latest movie theater news and updates

  • January 21, 2009
    Jobs

    Drive-In theater start-up questions

    Hey I’m new to Cinema Treasures and I need to see if anyone can help me out or point me to some good resources? I’m trying to construct and open a drive-in movie theater and I need some assistance finding start-up costs.

    Mainly I need help with projectors and screens. Projectors: Where can I find projectors for purchase, which projector will I need, go with digital or not, and cost to expect? Screens: Can used screens be purchased and relocated, are there plans for screen construction somewhere, best way to build a quality screen while keeping cost as low as possible?

    Any help, suggested resources, or mention of possible hidden costs will be extremely helpful.

    Thanks,
    Jesse

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  • Events

    Dark Knight re-release

    On January 23rd, Warner Bros. will rerelease “The Dark Knight” in 200+ theaters, including several IMAX locations. Find out more at the official website.

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  • January 20, 2009
    Closings

    Narrows Plaza cinema closing, Galaxy 6 moving into location

    TACOMA, WA — With one chain moving out and another moving in, the Narrows Plaza has a future. As a result though, another theatre will close its doors.

    AMC Entertainment will end its operations at the Narrows Plaza 8 movie theater on Mildred Street in University Place at the end of business Jan. 25.

    But a theater still will exist at 2208 Mildred St., run by Galaxy Theaters instead.

    Galaxy’s existing Tacoma theater on 23rd Street in the Top Food & Drug shopping center will close as part of the transition.

    Read more in the News Tribune.

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  • Closings

    Courtland Cinemas close

    BURTON, MI — The Courtland Center Cinemas closed its doors after the last shows Sunday, December 11. This National Amusements cinema is the second cinema to close in as many months in Genesee County. The Fenton Cinemas ) closed last month. This is the third National Amusements cinema in the Flint area to close in recent months.

    They had previously closed the Showcase Cinemas Flint East and the Cinema 10. Looking at the Cinema 10’s attraction board now, the message which previously said to visit the Showcase Cinemas Flint West, Cinema 10 and Miracle Twin Drive-in now reads visit the Showcase Cinemas Flint West. So the future of the Miracle Twin Drive-in Theatre, the last remaining National Amusements drive-in theater, is uncertain. We will find out for sure by May.

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  • For Sale

    Pharoah sculpture for sale

    I have this fantastic polychrome plaster pharoah that is said to have originated from a cinema in the New York City area.

    I am selling it, but additionally would love to discover it’s exact history.
    It measures approximately 26" wide x 90" high.

    So, if you have an interest in purchasing it, or can enlighten me as to it’s origin, I would appreciate hearing from you.

    You can view it at:
    Lost City Arts

    Regards,
    Jim

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  • January 19, 2009
    Closings

    Village North/Visionary Theatre closes

    CHICAGO, IL — “We’re sorry, the number you are trying to reach 773-764-9100 is not able to receive incoming calls at this time.” So said the ominous pre-recorded message when I tried to call the Visionary/Village North Theatre to find out what was playing.

    And so it has happened, the oldest operating movie theatre in Chicago has closed. It was originally opened in 1912, thus barely missing its 100th aniversary by three years. The theatre had run through many names. Originally known as the Regent, it later became the 400, the 400 Twin, the Village North, and in its final months of operation, the Visionary.

    It might seem rather surprising that this theatre did close. After all, it was the only movie theatre remaining in Rogers Park. While it had no parking lot, it certainly received significant walk-in trade from the community, especially students from Loyola. It featured first-run movies at discount prices. So if it was not a lack of ticket sales, what did the Village North in?

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  • Openings

    Montreal: Ex Centris to stop showing movies

    MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA — Locals are concerned over the new agenda of one of Montreal’s best cinemas.

    Montreal’s Ex-Centris new media complex will stop showing films on March 20. (CBC) Film buffs in Montreal are hoping the owner of the city’s premier art house cinema, Ex-Centris, will reconsider his decision to stop showing movies as of this spring.

    Ex-Centris owner, new-media guru Daniel Langlois, plans to stop showing films on March 20 in order to take the establishment in a new, experimental direction.

    Read the full story in CBC News.

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  • Memories

    1940 silk movie promo banners photo link

    I’ve just figured out how to link up some of my 40’s silk movie banner photos to share with Cinema Treasures site seers. Please grab this link.

    Thanks and more to come,
    Buck

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  • January 16, 2009
    Events

    Bow Tie Cinemas to show Inauguration

    Bow Tie Cinemas will offer a free live broadcast of the inauguration of President Barack Obama in several locations this Tuesday, January 20, beginning at 10 a.m. “The broadcast will be in hi-definition on our giant screens, providing a dynamic alternative to viewing the event on television,” said Bow Tie Cinemas co-owner, Ben Moss.

    The special screening will take place at the following Bow Tie Cinemas locations:
    1 Westport/Norwalk, CT — Royale 6, 342 Westport Ave.
    2 New Haven, CT — Criterion Cinemas, 86 Temple St.
    3 Schenectady, NY — Movieland, 400 State St. at Broadway
    4 Bronx, NY — American Theater, 1450 East Ave. in Parkchester

    Admission is free and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis limited to theater capacity. The doors will open at 10 a.m. at each location.

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  • Memories

    “What’s Up Doc?”…Looney Tunes Marathon

    Cartoon Network aired a full day of vintage Looney Tunes cartoons dating from the 30’s to the 50’s, New Years Day. Although I did not get to see it all, it sure brought back some fond memories as a child. What happened to the good old days of a cartoon before the movie, a little appetizer before the main course? Aw, nostalgia! I could not resist to submit a commentary. They showed 95 shorts that did not include my all time favorite, “Bedtime for Sniffles". Anyone remember Sniffles? Here are a few other favorites that they played. Which was your favorite and why?

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