What I find even more frightening is the fact that movie piracy (the act of downloading movies illegally into computers, iPods, etc. ) is not only happening at all, but seems to be on the increase. The fact that so many people are getting away with this kind of piracy is outrageous…and disgusting to me. It’s yet another indication of the sense of entitlement that so many people, particularly many of today’s younger people, have. It’s the belief that they can have “something for nothing”, which began in the Reagan years and has been continuing since. Why, oh why should this be allowed to happen?
Robert C; You nailed it, right on the head! It’s very true that movie production/projection is no longer about art, but about business and making money hand over fist.
Thanks for the info, hollywood90038. Since I admittedly know nothing about cinematic cameras, let alone any type of movie projection(s), it’s hard for me to interpret the pictures, however.
That’s unfortunate, especially since the Columbus Theatre looks like a very beautiful theatre, with lots of potential. Here’s hoping that the problems get fixed soon so that the Theatre doesn’t remain shuttered for TOO long.
That’s a shame, although it’s leave it to AMC and other franchise chains like it to make it a point not to show classics at such theatres once these chain companies take them over. How sad.
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the UA Cinema 150 looked like a beautiful theatre. Too bad it was twinned, and then, ultimately closed down.
I’m looking forward to seeing the full schedule. Thanks, Peter Apruzzese
What I find even more frightening is the fact that movie piracy (the act of downloading movies illegally into computers, iPods, etc. ) is not only happening at all, but seems to be on the increase. The fact that so many people are getting away with this kind of piracy is outrageous…and disgusting to me. It’s yet another indication of the sense of entitlement that so many people, particularly many of today’s younger people, have. It’s the belief that they can have “something for nothing”, which began in the Reagan years and has been continuing since. Why, oh why should this be allowed to happen?
Robert C; You nailed it, right on the head! It’s very true that movie production/projection is no longer about art, but about business and making money hand over fist.
Thanks for the info, hollywood90038. Since I admittedly know nothing about cinematic cameras, let alone any type of movie projection(s), it’s hard for me to interpret the pictures, however.
Good points well taken, all of you!!
Thanks.
That’s unfortunate, especially since the Columbus Theatre looks like a very beautiful theatre, with lots of potential. Here’s hoping that the problems get fixed soon so that the Theatre doesn’t remain shuttered for TOO long.
This’ll be the first Fanthom Event that I’ve attended, especially since I’d never heard of Fanthom until now.
Okay….Thanks, PeterApruzzese.
When is the new Classic Films schedule coming up? Just curious.
Uh-oh! That doesn’t sound so good.
What a gorgeous-looking theatre—it looks just like old times!
Thanks for the info, bolorkay.
That’s funny. Thanks for the nighttime laughs, JSA.
The Lafayette Theatre really is an old-fashioned theatre at heart! Cool!!
Glad it was such a great show! Too bad that there were so many empty seats, though
Glad everybody enjoyed the “Mad, Mad World” screening!
Hi, Lost Memory! Love that nighttime photo of the Lafayette Theatre! What a beautiful marquee—how it glows at night! Thanks for posting the photo.
That’s a shame, although it’s leave it to AMC and other franchise chains like it to make it a point not to show classics at such theatres once these chain companies take them over. How sad.
the UA Cinema 150 looked like a beautiful theatre. Too bad it was twinned, and then, ultimately closed down.
Wow!!
Interesting link and photo, J. F. Lundy. Thanks
I second that!
I remember the Nickolodean Cinema. So sad that another theatre went. It was right near BU, where I was attending school, too.
Oh, I don’t know, JodarMovieFan. Seeing Wizard of Oz on a great big screen, in a real movie theatre is always fun. I bought my ticket….and I’m going.
This sounds exactdly like what’s happening here in the United States, and throughout the world.
Ouch!!