August 2009
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2009-08-24
Film fans take a look at new cinema plans - DETAILED plans for a state-of-the-art cinema in Newquay have been revealed to the public.
Source: South West Business
2009-08-24
Grimsby pair want to revive former Odeon - Grimsby’s former Odeon Cinema, which closed five-years ago could re-open if plans for a three-screen cinema are approved by North East Lincolnshire Council.
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
The UK Film Council is piloting new digital cinema equipment in rural communities across Shropshire as part of a - THE UK Film Council is piloting new digital equipment to bring cinema to rural Shropshire.
Source: Whit Church Herald
2009-08-24
Leeds mum in bleach attack horror - Published Date: 30 July 2009 - Teenage yobs threw bleach over a Leeds mum after she complained about their behaviour at the cinema.
Source: Yorkshire Post
2009-08-24
Park Palace - This is a picture of the closed Park Palace cinema
Source: Shutterchange
2009-08-24
Plans scaled down and costs reduced for Bradford city centre bid - Revised plans to transform the site of Bradford
Source: The Telegraph & Argus
2009-08-24
Plaza owners draw up their own plans for new - HEALTH bosses are facing rival plans to build a
Source: Scotsman.com
2009-08-24
Cinema deal for - A horror film made for just
Source: BBC News
2009-08-24
Edinburgh outdoor cinema offers scratch n sniff experience - Fans of cinematic classic Gregory s Girl flocked to the Scottish capital this weekend to enjoy a unique outdoor showing of the film with an added dimension.
Source: Best Western
2009-08-24
Third blaze in three days at town s derelict cinema - Fire crews have been called to three separate incidents in as many days at the former ABC Cinema site in Tunbridge Wells.
Source: This is Kent
2009-08-24
Cineworld gets revamp - Published Date: 27 July 2009 - CINEMA bosses have re-vamped Cineworld to make it more accessible for wheelchair users.
Source: Sussex Express
2009-08-24
MasterImage to supply 40+ 3D systems to UK exhibitor Empire - Burbank, Calif.-based MasterImage USA has struck a 3D systems deal with the UK
Source: ScreenDaily
2009-08-24
UK has most digital screens in Europe - The UK had 3,610 cinema screens (96 more than 2007) in 726 cinemas (one less cinema than in 2007) and 310 digital screens, the highest number in Europe, and 20% of the European total. 240 of these are part of the UK Film Council
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Cinema can prosper in digital age, predicts Lord Puttnam - The cinema business has a unique and compelling experience to offer audiences, but cannot take their interest for granted, even when offering digital, 3D and blockbuster entertainment. These were among the many points made by Lord Puttnam in a wide ranging discussion at BAFTA.
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
BFI s new home threatened by Culture Department funding crisis - DCMS admits it has promised
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Launceton may get community cinema at town hall - A new cinema is set to screen films in Launceston, Cornwall for the first time in quarter of a century. The Town Hall is scheduled for a major refurbishment, which would include film nights and live shows.
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Arsonists target empty cinema - Firefighters have been tackling a suspected arson attack on the site of a derelict cinema in Kent that is due to be demolished.
Source: BBC News
2009-08-24
In Their Words: Film projectionist tells how he multi-tasks at a multiplex theater - When Elite Cinema 6 in Chester came under new management and was completely remodeled, the owners wanted a professional projectionist. They brought in Ed Hart, 63. He s the "reel" deal. He talks about his work:
Source: Record Online
2009-08-24
3-D movies: third time lucky - Blue aliens, 10ft tall and armed with bows and arrows, are set to change our world. The extraterrestrial Na
Source: The Times
2009-08-24
Cinemark Celebrates 25th - Last month Cinemark, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, opened a new Cinemark XD auditorium, the company
Source: Digital Cinema Report
2009-08-24
Exhibitors give evidence to House of Lords committee - Representatives from the cinema industry will appear before the House of Lords Communications Committee tomorrow (July 15).
Source: ScreenDaily
2009-08-24
Regal Entertainment profit jumps 67% but misses analysts forecast - The cinema operator s second-quarter net income rises to $40.5 million, or 26 cents a share, from $24.3 million, or 16 cents, a year earlier. Analysts had expected 31 cents a share.
Source: LA Times
2009-08-24
Film star to pull mobile cinema - Oscar winner Tilda Swinton and film fans are preparing to pull the UK s only mobile cinema over roads in the Highland.
Source: BBC News
2009-08-24
Fifth screen approved for Reel Cinema - COUNCILLORS have backed plans for a fifth screen at Reel Cinema in Andover.
Source: This is Hampshire
2009-08-24
Carmike Cinemas posts profit of $2.8 million in second quarter - Carmike Cinemas cut its losses in the second quarter, with the movie theater chain on Monday reporting a profit of $2.8 million.
Source: Ledger-Enquirer
2009-08-24
UK cinemagoers use pedal power to screen films - UK
Source: 0
2009-08-24
70 years for Quinton picture house - A QUINTON cinema is set to mark its 70th anniversary tomorrow by giving away free film tickets.
Source: Halesowen News
2009-08-24
Curtain to rise at Freeman Street cinema - New owners at the former Odeon site hope to call lights, camera, action on Friday, and are already advertising their first four films in the Grimsby Telegraph.
Source: This is Grimsby
2009-08-24
London s first 4D cinema opens at London Eye with wind, snow and rain - The £5million installation allows visitors to experience a four-minute film featuring panoramic views of the city complete with unique sensory effects - dubbed the fourth dimension - which replicate wind, snow and rain.
Source: London Evening Standard
2009-08-24
London gets world s greatest 4D cinema - The London Eye opens a new 4D cinema attraction today, part of a new
Source: Techradar
2009-08-24
DIGITAL PROJECTION PUBLISHES TRUE COST OF PROJECTOR OWNERSHIP CALCULATOR - Digital Projection International (DPI), an Emmy
Source: SVOnline [blog]
2009-08-24
School s cinema is projected for estate - A school has applied for a licence to run a community cinema.
Source: Evening Telegraph
2009-08-24
Is going to the cinema still a good experience? Is it worth the money? - Many are now choosing to download films from the internet rather than paying money to see them at the cinema.
Source: NZHerald
2009-08-24
Health alert over kids - CINEMA popcorn is a health threat to kids because it contains so much salt, experts warn
Source: The Sun
2009-08-24
Fresh hope of new cinema - A temporary cinema could be opened at the former Picture House in Cannock until a
Source: Express and Star
2009-08-24
Reel Cinemas Ltd look set to win permission for new signs on Blossom Street cinema - Reel Cinemas Ltd look set to win permission for new signs on Blossom Street cinema;THE revival of York’s former Odeon cinema looks set to take another step forward, after planning officials backed proposals for new signs on the historic building.
Source: Thepress
2009-08-24
Barco completes first major Cinedigm Phase 2 deployment with Premiere Cinemas - Sacramento, CA — 11 August 2009 — Barco, a global leader in digital cinema technology, has just completed the first major rollout in Cinedigm Digital Cinema Corp. s Phase 2 with Texas-based Premiere Cinema Corp.
Source: Barco [Press Release]
2009-08-24
XPAND X101 Series 3D Glasses Set the Stage at the Premiere of - XPAND, a worldwide authority in 3D cinemas and technology platforms, displayed why the company
Source: Digital Cinema Buyer Guide
2009-08-24
Cinema Exhibitors’ Association Confirm Plans to Establish Digital Funding Group - The Cinema Exhibitors’ Association today confirmed plans to establish a digital funding group to negotiate financial support for small and medium-sized UK cinema operators to convert to digital cinema technology.
Source: DCinema Today
2009-08-24
Second art gallery is bad idea - THE owner of an art gallery in Guildford has claimed the decision to reject a proposal for an independent cinema could hurt the town in the long run.
Source: Get Surrey
2009-08-24
Celebrate The Last Night of the Proms LIVE Via Satellite From London, England at Cineplex Entertainment Theatres - TORONTO, ONTARIO -- 08/12/09 -- Cineplex Entertainment (TSX: CGX.UN), BBC Worldwide and BY Experience are pleased to present The Last Night of the Proms broadcast LIVE via satellite from The Royal Albert Hall in London, England, on Saturday, September 12th at 2:30 pm EST / 12:30 pm MST / 1:30 pm CST / 11:30 am PST exclusively at select Cineplex Entertainment theatres across the country.
Source: Earth Times
2009-08-24
Cinema enthusiast wants to reopen Regal Cinema - A CINEMA enthusiast hopes he can reopen Northwich
Source: Northwich Guardian
2009-08-24
Southend s long history of cinema - Did you know that between 1898 and 1935, the Southend area was home to 30 cinemas? Entertainment really boomed in this town - first the silent movies, then black and white flicks, the live acts and then colour film.
Source: Longpier [blog]
2009-08-24
Alan campaigns for historic cinema - Alan Davies has joined celebrities including Sir Mick Jagger, Meera Syal and Tony Robinson in backing to a campaign to save a historic cinema.
Source: Press Association
2009-08-24
UK cinemas get a taste of Avatar - UK cinema-goers are being given a taste of James Cameron s new science-fiction epic Avatar at free previews taking place around the country.
Source: BBC News
2009-08-24
Multibuild wins IMAX project - NATIONAL contractor Multibuild has been awarded a
Source: Nebusiness
2009-08-24
York - ARCHITECTS have started drawing up plans to create an extra two screens at York
Source: The Press
2009-08-24
The Queen in 3D TV - Rare 3D footage of the Queen during her Coronation year will be shown on television for the first time, the Daily Telegraph can reveal.
Source: Telegraph
2009-08-24
Alternative events bring new meaning to community theatre - We’ve been hearing the words “alternative content” a lot in relation to today’s cinemas, but 2009 has been a year when alternative programming has become more and more commonplace—and creative.
Source: Film Journal
2009-08-24
John Walsh: God wants you wealthy - An intriguing local-community dispute is simmering along nicely in Crystal Palace. It s a dispute between God and Mammon, with God showing curious signs of being the bad guy. On one side are residents who are worried about the regeneration of the "Palace triangle", three busy roads which have been designated an "at risk" conservation area. On the other side is an Evangelical church.
Source: The Independent
2009-08-24
Multibuild wins new - Stockport-based building contractor Multibuild has been awarded its third contract in 18 months by cinema operator Odeon Cinemas.
Source: Crains Manchester Busines
2009-08-24
New cinema to be in Whitewater in a matter of weeks - THE RECESSION has forced management at Whitewater to perform a complete U-turn on the location of the long-awaited cinema and are putting it back inside the shopping centre as per the original planning granted six years ago.
Source: Leinster Leader
2009-08-24
Odeon Elgin Marbles of Doncaster bid - THE Friends of Doncaster Odeon have launched an 11th hour bid to save the derelict cinema from demolition.
Source: The Star
2009-08-24
A history of 3D cinema - From the 19th century to James Cameron s Avatar - everything you want to know about 3D films
Source: The Guardian
2009-08-24
Christie’s DLP Cinema® Projectors Meet Growing Demand for Brightness and Full 2K Resolution 3D - Christie®, a global leader in visual solutions for entertainment, business and industry, continues to meet the increasing demands for 3D digital cinema with the delivery of Christie CP2000-SB DLP Cinema® projectors to Malco Theatres, Inc., a leading exhibitor in the mid-South for over 90 years. The Christie CP2000-SB projectors include Brilliant3D™ technology and motorized lens mounts, offering a high-brightness, single lens solution that meets the needs of the audience and the exhibitor, respectively.
Source: DCinema Today
2009-08-24
One nation, all digital: Norway prepares revolutionary rollout - Norway is in the midst one of the cinema industry
Source: Norway.com
2009-08-24
U.K. looks to merge UKFC, BFI - Move may result in job losses at film bodies - see other stories on this topic here
Source: Variety
2009-08-24
Cineworld sees profits boost - Cineworld saw profits rise by 33pc during the first half of the year as customers flocked to see box office hits such as Slumdog Millionaire. - see other stories on this topic here
Source: Telegraph
2009-08-24
National Trust stages outdoor screenings - The National Trust has teamed up with satellite broadcaster Sky, The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and Screen East to stage programme of outdoor cinema to two prestigious National Trust properties this summer.
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Film clubs to get more flexible licence - A new licensing agreement has opened the door for film socities to screen films based on a wider range of formats.
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Carlton Screen Advertising s Irish division sold - Carlton Screen Advertising
Source: Cinema Businesss
2009-08-24
Fancy a Wii bit of fun at the cinema? - The concept of cinematic gaming entertainment using Wii and Nintendo at digitally equipped cinemas across the UK, Europe and North America is being piloted by gaming provider Game Cinema.
Source: CInema Business
2009-08-24
WTW gains council support for Newquay cinema plan - Newquay council pledged its support for a new four-screen cinema to be built in the town. If indepedent exhibitor WTW Cinemas
Source: Cinema Business
2009-08-24
Academy organizes film format series - Over three evenings from Sept. 9-11, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a program about motion picture formats titled "Behind the Motion Picture Canvas: Film Formats through the 21st Century."
Source: Hollywood Reporter
2009-08-24
MP calls for a penalty clause to ensure prompt start - Government Minister Gerry Sutcliffe has called for strict penalty clauses to be attached to any development of the former Odeon site to ensure a prompt start and prevent another Broadway-style hole in the city centre.
Source: The Telegraph & Argus
2009-08-24
Technicolor dreams of a bright future in digital cinema - While much of Hollywood is scaling back, the film processor has invested more than $200 million in its production facilities. 'We are pushing harder than anybody else in the industry,' the CEO says.
Source: LA Times
2009-08-24
As an art form 3-D cinema simply stinks - Marketing bosses are driving this new era of film
Source: The Times
2009-08-24
Grand Cinema makes room for fourth theater - THEATER: The Grand Cinema announces plans to expand with a fourth screen, bigger lobby and new seats.
Source: The News Tribune
