The world’s most breathtaking cinemas: the readers’ picks
Where will you be watching The Odyssey this weekend? Why not visit one of these spectacular screens…. Source: https://www.ft.com/content/df51b715-4e19-446f-9e12-5774ad85d378
‘There’s excitement in the air’: how America fell back in love with indie cinemas
With unexpected programming and a community ethos, independent cinemas across the US are giving multiplexes a run for their money. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/jul/04/america-indie-cinemas-revival
KBH launches ‘Canvas’: An immersive new large-format DOOH network in cinemas
Featuring towering pillar wraps, striking overhead ceiling screens, curved panoramic displays and immersive digital staircases, Canvas enables advertisers to dominate the cinema environment and connect with audiences throughout their journey to the big screen. Source: https://www.outsmart.org.uk/keep-up-to-date/news/997/kbh-launches-lcanvasr-an-immersive-new-large-format-dooh-network-in-cinemas
This Israeli startup is using AI to transform cinemas into more than just a place to watch movies
Aiming at younger generations and their need for socialization, Bigger Picture offers cinemas a platform to track their data and create better experiences. Source: https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-899079
Fade to black: inside grand abandoned cinemas in the US and Canada
The grand music halls and theatres of the 1920s gave way to the era of the moving image, prompting the acquisition and conversion of lavish cinemas across the US – many of which became enduring cultural landmarks. From the rise … Continued
Bills passed to scrap amusement taxes for cinemas, live performances
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan on Friday passed amendments to the Amusement Tax Act, removing taxes on cinemas, stage performances and a wide range of live entertainment and sporting competitions. Source: https://www.ocac.gov.tw/OCAC/Eng/Pages/Detail.aspx?nodeid=329&pid=85743347