Why you should join the Manchester and Salford Film Society
“The oldest continuing volunteer film society of its kind in the UK, if not the world!” Source: Why you should join the Manchester and Salford Film Society
A New Warning Sign for Pay TV Erosion
Cord-cutting amid the rise of streaming services and the high price of the TV bundle has significantly reduced pay TV penetration in the U.S. in recent years, while Asia-Pacific and Europe have continued to experience growth. Now, research firm Ampere … Continued
The 1870 ‘original movie’ shown in Philadelphia, precursor to modern cinema
When the phasmatrope was first demonstrated at the Academy of Music, local papers hailed it as the first of its kind. Source: The 1870 ‘original movie’ shown in Philadelphia, precursor to modern cinema
Cinemas turn into mini stadiums for the Cricket World Cup finale
Multiplexes are hosting special screenings of the India v/s Australia final on the big screen, recreating a stadium-like atmosphere. Advance bookings for the match have exceeded 45%, with group bookings from friends, community, and corporates. Fans are excited to watch … Continued
At Hyland Cinema, celebrating a movie so bad it’s good
It’s been dubbed the Citizen Kane of bad movies – a film so terrible that two decades after its unfortunate release fans are still celebrating it, including this weekend at London’s Hyland Cinema. Source: At Hyland Cinema, celebrating a movie … Continued
Deafening cinema sound is ruining films, claims Hugh Grant
Star’s complaint to Vue has provoked an outpouring of disgruntled filmgoers. Source: Deafening cinema sound is ruining films, claims Hugh Grant | Film industry | The Guardian