I went yesterday from Philadelphia & enjoyed pristine 35mm print of “The Godfather” from 2008 restoration (the box delivered had the date) projected with excellence by Mark P. The sound was nicely loud. I estimate about 150+ people attended. They enthusiastically applauded at the end & those who lingered thru the film credits applauded again! Ticket prices were super affordable at $3 each. Concession prices were reasonable & popcorn in boxes was sold. About 2 hours after the start, before the wedding scene in Italy, a short Intermissionoccurred so audience members had a restroom break & opportunity to get food or drink (including alcohol). I am very happy this historic theater honors its movie palace roots by showing a classic movie and in the format, 35mm, that was originally shown. Hurrah!
Alpinedownhiller, what is SW? what is ESB? They may have been movies I saw, but my brain does not know them by initials. You are writing here for anybody interested in this theater.
RobertEndres, you are right- the film I saw here didn’t look as wide screen as I expected! Would the keystone effect also affect 1.85 or (and some new films as well as old) 1.33/1.37?
I’ve not been to the AMC Garden State, but on my 1 visit here, to see the 70mm “Murder on the Orient Express” I estimated the screen width for the movie in that ratio (2.2, just like 2001 in 70mm) at about 34 feet wide, a fairly decent sized screen. Sightlines count too & there are excellent sightlines in the Village East main auditorium. Orient Express was properly matted/masked here. Surround sound was very good, too.
As I’ve been assisting with this list, I had this theater’s 2001 (70mm) screenings added to the list. http://www.in70mm.com/news/2018/one_movie/index.htm
markp, that is great but I just looked up & AMC’s official website says the screening will be digital so consider telling whoever hired you they ought to correct that. I’m assuming the 70mm projectors have stayed there since at least The Hateful Eight, rather than a temp installation but if incorrect, let us know! better to post on that theater’s page though.
Not projecting at 2 corners is how the Washington DC Uptown’s curved screen is doing things with digital films but when in the year 2001 they showed a then new print of 70mm, it filled the screen! Robert, did the Dome open & close curtains for this presentation?
Alpinedownhiller, Can you please provide a link or at least the full name of the movie theater & the date that Paramus is getting 2001 70mm print? I am not finding that anywhere on the Internet.
There is only one version in a new 70mm print, of 2001 that’s being shown worldwide. It is the original roadshow version, which itself was 20 minutes shorter, cut by Kubrick himself, than the world premiere of the film at the DC Uptown. Those 20 minutes have not since been seen by anybody though most or all was found in storage in a cave.
To clarify, at this time, no movies currently in the main auditorium upstairs. Before the play began, there were movies & hopefully again after the play ceases. Don’t want anyone thinking there’s movies daily before & after the live show. Also, auditorium looks the same as early 1990s. No curtain/tab used for movies. The screen is very large. Lobby, stairs, etc. more or less also the same in this lovely historic movie theater.
I just calculated inflation online at the federal Dept Labor, for $4 in 1968 and it says $29.27. However, as nice as the Village East is, it isn’t from my understanding (having never been there) the Capitol, so a lesser charge is appropriate.
Whatever projection issues of any sort here, Peter didn’t say the theater caused any scratches. Screenings here only began Friday. There are reported issues elsewhere with this version of the movie, as to the version itself having scratches & color issues, though there’s also reported good sides to it.
a few old timers assert Ziegfeld was not as good as prior roadshow houses. I will note the Astor Plaza would’ve also been a great house for 2001 new print. The print will later play at Museum of the Moving Images in Queens.
JodarMovieFan, Yes, new 2001 print here. I’m not sure what’s “Kmo” but US cities continue to have 70mm festivals. Google Chicago Music Box 70mm festival for their awesome 2017 festival. Or Sommerville (outside Boston). Or Hollywood Theatre Portland OR. Or, travel to the Museum of the Moving Images in Queens later this year (likely August) for 70mm: Cleopatra, The Sound of Music, West Side Story, and Hello, Dolly, and more!
2001 does NOT have the footage edited by Kubrick after world premiere. Perhaps City Cinemas Village East has included intermission time. Chicago’s Music Box has same running time as prints we’ve seen. Compliments to new print here https://chicago.suntimes.com/entertainment/2001-a-space-odyssey-returns-looking-just-as-audiences-saw-it-50-years-ago/
Thanks. That explains it as I’m not really a big Star Wars fan & those were not filmed in 70mm anyway, they were blow-ups.
I went yesterday from Philadelphia & enjoyed pristine 35mm print of “The Godfather” from 2008 restoration (the box delivered had the date) projected with excellence by Mark P. The sound was nicely loud. I estimate about 150+ people attended. They enthusiastically applauded at the end & those who lingered thru the film credits applauded again! Ticket prices were super affordable at $3 each. Concession prices were reasonable & popcorn in boxes was sold. About 2 hours after the start, before the wedding scene in Italy, a short Intermissionoccurred so audience members had a restroom break & opportunity to get food or drink (including alcohol). I am very happy this historic theater honors its movie palace roots by showing a classic movie and in the format, 35mm, that was originally shown. Hurrah!
Alpinedownhiller, what is SW? what is ESB? They may have been movies I saw, but my brain does not know them by initials. You are writing here for anybody interested in this theater.
RobertEndres, you are right- the film I saw here didn’t look as wide screen as I expected! Would the keystone effect also affect 1.85 or (and some new films as well as old) 1.33/1.37?
I’ve not been to the AMC Garden State, but on my 1 visit here, to see the 70mm “Murder on the Orient Express” I estimated the screen width for the movie in that ratio (2.2, just like 2001 in 70mm) at about 34 feet wide, a fairly decent sized screen. Sightlines count too & there are excellent sightlines in the Village East main auditorium. Orient Express was properly matted/masked here. Surround sound was very good, too.
As I’ve been assisting with this list, I had this theater’s 2001 (70mm) screenings added to the list. http://www.in70mm.com/news/2018/one_movie/index.htm
“The Godfather” (1972) screens 3 PM Sunday June 17 in the main auditorium in 35mm!
I am an officially listed volunteer who coordinates with the sole official volunteer moderator of the site.
markp, that is great but I just looked up & AMC’s official website says the screening will be digital so consider telling whoever hired you they ought to correct that. I’m assuming the 70mm projectors have stayed there since at least The Hateful Eight, rather than a temp installation but if incorrect, let us know! better to post on that theater’s page though.
Not projecting at 2 corners is how the Washington DC Uptown’s curved screen is doing things with digital films but when in the year 2001 they showed a then new print of 70mm, it filled the screen! Robert, did the Dome open & close curtains for this presentation?
Alpinedownhiller, Can you please provide a link or at least the full name of the movie theater & the date that Paramus is getting 2001 70mm print? I am not finding that anywhere on the Internet.
There is only one version in a new 70mm print, of 2001 that’s being shown worldwide. It is the original roadshow version, which itself was 20 minutes shorter, cut by Kubrick himself, than the world premiere of the film at the DC Uptown. Those 20 minutes have not since been seen by anybody though most or all was found in storage in a cave.
To clarify, at this time, no movies currently in the main auditorium upstairs. Before the play began, there were movies & hopefully again after the play ceases. Don’t want anyone thinking there’s movies daily before & after the live show. Also, auditorium looks the same as early 1990s. No curtain/tab used for movies. The screen is very large. Lobby, stairs, etc. more or less also the same in this lovely historic movie theater.
this is the website. Costs though differ over time due to people, conditions, etc. https://data.bls.gov/cgi-bin/cpicalc.pl
I just calculated inflation online at the federal Dept Labor, for $4 in 1968 and it says $29.27. However, as nice as the Village East is, it isn’t from my understanding (having never been there) the Capitol, so a lesser charge is appropriate.
So for those who saw it at Village East (or others reading this thread) is there a printed 2001 program being handed out (or sold)?
Article- https://www.6sqft.com/behind-the-scenes-at-the-united-palace-theatre-washington-heights-opulent-wonder-theatre/
The 2018 schedule is below:
Jan 28: Wall-E
Feb 11: My Fair Lady
March 25: Metropolis
April 29: On The Waterfront
May 6: Aliens
June 3: Inside Out
Aug 19: Lawrence of Arabia
Sept 16: Sister Act
Oct 28: The Exorcist
Nov: Annual Gala Screening
Dec 16: It’s a Wonderful Life
Past movies include:
2017
Mar 5: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Apr 2: Blade Runner (2007)
May 7: The Sound of Music
June 5: Dog Day Afternoon
June 25: Coming to America
Aug 6: Jaws
Sept 10: City Lights (with live organ)
Oct 29: Night of the Living Dead
Nov 19 (Annual Movie Gala): Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968)
Dec 17: It’s a Wonderful Life
2016
“It’s a Wonderful Life” with pre-show caroling and introduction by Donna Reed’s daughter Mary Owen
“The Wizard of Oz” introduced by New York Post Chief Film Critic Lou Lumenick
“Mary Poppins” with pre-show thank you to Lin-Manuel Miranda
“Fiddler on the Roof” with pre-show mini-concert by musicians from the Broadway revival, including violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins
Opening night of the Dominican Film Festival of New York with the international premiere of “La Familia Reyna” (The Reyna Family)
“Wild Style” with Q&A by director Charlie Ahearn and a pre-show breakdance
“Singing in the Rain” with song and dance routine by the Bathtub Ginnys
And a vintage clothing fashion show
“Frozen” with a magic show by Queen Elsa
2015
“Miracle on 34th Street” as part of “The Women of Fox Film Festival” with the Fort Lee Film Commission
“Seven Year Itch” as part of “The Women of Fox Film Festival” with the Fort Lee Film Commission
“Phantom of the Opera” with live organ, mini concert by Broadway performers, and costume parade
“Down Argentine Way” as part of “The Women of Fox Film Festival” with the Fort Lee Film Commission
“A Fool There Was” & “Bright Eyes” as part of “The Women of Fox Film Festival” with the Fort Lee Film
“Mad Hot Ballroom” The 10-year anniversary and reunion
“Selma” and Q&A with Amelia Boynton Robinson
“On the Town" with Lou Lumenick and mini concert by cast members from the Broadway show
“Rear Window” with Lou Lumenick and a vintage clothing fashion show
“Sweet Smell of Success” with Lou Lumenick
“Moonstruck” with Lou Lumenick
2014
“It’s a Wonderful Life” with Donna Reed’s daughter Mary Owen
“Elf” with youth performances by Broadway Performing Arts Center
“Frankenstein” with Gary Lucas performing the world premiere of his new score
“Guys and Dolls” with Lin-Manuel Miranda and mini concert by Broadway performers
“The Fisher King” with Lin-Manuel Miranda and writer Richard LaGravenese
“Manhattan” with Lin-Manuel Miranda and assistant director Fred Blankfein
“The Warriors” with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Lemon Anderson
“King Kong” with John Landis and Lin-Manuel Miranda
“Ghostbusters” with Lin-Manuel Miranda, David Margulies (Mayor Lenny), and “real life” Ghostbusters
“West Side Story” with Rita Moreno and Lin-Manuel Miranda
“The Muppets Take Manhattan” with Lin-Manuel Miranda and actor/director Lonny Price
2013
“Casablanca” with Lou Lumenick and a celebration of the Return of Film to the Palace
The U.S. premiere of “200 Cartas”
“Celebrating Sousa in Film and Musical Theatre”
The Best of the Dominican Film Festival
The World Premiere of “Trouble in the Heights”e the official website changes-
Article- https://ph.asiatatler.com/life/inside-the-manila-metropolitan-theatre-restoration
Whatever projection issues of any sort here, Peter didn’t say the theater caused any scratches. Screenings here only began Friday. There are reported issues elsewhere with this version of the movie, as to the version itself having scratches & color issues, though there’s also reported good sides to it.
a few old timers assert Ziegfeld was not as good as prior roadshow houses. I will note the Astor Plaza would’ve also been a great house for 2001 new print. The print will later play at Museum of the Moving Images in Queens.
Not many new movies in main auditorium but Solo: A Star Wars Story starts May 24 for a one week run in the main auditorium.
As to 2001 new print, read the Chicago Sun Times article that I linked above.
JodarMovieFan, Yes, new 2001 print here. I’m not sure what’s “Kmo” but US cities continue to have 70mm festivals. Google Chicago Music Box 70mm festival for their awesome 2017 festival. Or Sommerville (outside Boston). Or Hollywood Theatre Portland OR. Or, travel to the Museum of the Moving Images in Queens later this year (likely August) for 70mm: Cleopatra, The Sound of Music, West Side Story, and Hello, Dolly, and more!
2001 does NOT have the footage edited by Kubrick after world premiere. Perhaps City Cinemas Village East has included intermission time. Chicago’s Music Box has same running time as prints we’ve seen. Compliments to new print here https://chicago.suntimes.com/entertainment/2001-a-space-odyssey-returns-looking-just-as-audiences-saw-it-50-years-ago/