The incident has sparked fears the gang film is stirring violence in the city, but police say it was an 'isolated incident' which spilled into the foyer This is the moment a vicious brawl erupted inside another city cinema just hours on from a terrifying machete riot at Star City. Violent scenes have now emerged from Five Ways Cineworld - and … [Read more...]
Blue Story: Cinema chain defends pulling gang film from UK theaters
A UK cinema chain is defending its decision to pull gang-warfare film "Blue Story" from theaters, hitting back at accusations of bias and saying it documented more than 25 "significant incidents" at theaters within the first day of the film's opening. Vue said a nationwide ban was appropriate after a massive brawl involving armed youths erupted … [Read more...]
CTC Announces 2019 Award Recipients
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, NOVEMBER 11TH 2019 — Cinema Technology Community (CTC), the not-for-profit independent trade organisation has announced the recipients of its prestigious 2019 awards at its annual awards ceremony in London. With over 150 industry professionals and hosted by film-critic, author and broadcaster Mark … [Read more...]
Work begins on Sidcup’s new library and cinema
Plans to regenerate Sidcup’s town centre with a new library and cinema are moving forward. Demolition has started on the site which was formerly the old Blockbuster building. DRDH Architects Ltd were appointed at the end of last year following a competitive tendering process. Their designs for the new building were well received by local … [Read more...]
Fears Redcar could ‘lose its soul’ if Regent Cinema is demolished
The public will get to have their say on the plans in January Redcar is at risk of losing its “identity” and “soul” with plans to replace the seaside town’s Regent Cinema, a meeting has heard. Redcar and Cleveland Council leader Mary Lanigan was quizzed by the public on Tuesday over the £9.7m plan to demolish and replace the Regent Cinema … [Read more...]
Bars and terrace at Nottingham cinema to get £500,000 makeover
Having upgraded and revamped its cinema screens, attention is now being focused on improving Broadway's bars and terrace - with a £500,000 makeover planned for next year. Popular with both cinema-goers and diners alike, the downstairs hangout and mezzanine bar, which seats 150 people combined, currently offers a menu of pizza, salads, hot dogs, … [Read more...]
