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If you’re that person who wants the best movie experience possible with the best image quality and sound available today, it’s got to be the Dolby Cinemas at AMC prime - Times Square, New York. Having experienced the worldwide blockbuster movie, Avengers: infinity War in this cinema screen, one could easily exclaim on the qualitative technology used, the signages, and the perfect cinematic ambience thus serving to sweep any moviegoer right off his feet. Though the tickets being on the pricey note than that of IMAX, it’s totally worth the money. The world is on a speedy run towards bringing in new innovations and so is the Cinema Industry today. Yes! The laser sources are out and booming in the cinema market. Beyond picture quality, these redefined laser sources last longer than the traditional lamp based projectors, aren’t as fragile comparatively. With these benefits, laser sources will probably be the future of front projection. This makes it easier for exhibitors who are looking into converting their existing lamp based 2K or 4K projectors without investing on new series laser projectors. Showcasing a demo of the recently launched 3D LED screens as well at the tradeshow, allowing every visitor to have their share of the magical experience, CinemaCon once again played as an important centre for spreading new and varied innovations in cinema technology. The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s latest entry, Avengers: Infinity War raises a question familiar to hero stories — what is the worth of one life relative to many? — But avoids offering the usual easy answer. Instead, it asks audiences to sit with failure and doubt, in a way very few blockbusters do (and much more successfully than the recent Star Wars movie). In doing so, it raises itself into the upper ranks of Marvel movies, maybe even of any blockbusters generally. The more the thought in the minds of people, the more they like it. The mega movie turned into an international blockbuster having earned the domestic opening of US$ 258.2 million and an overwhelming worldwide opening of US $ 641 million. On the same note, it also sets a bar that will be extremely difficult for its 2019’s sequel to clear. Daring to let superheroes fail puts the Avengers sequel in a wide narrative corner. In India, a certain period of discontent had spread over Tamil Nadu. The Tamil film industry went on a strike form March 1. It dragged on for 48 days and was brought to an end on April 17. The time since the strike had been called off, and though the industry missed the Tamil New Year releases for the first time in its history, the moviegoers certainly do have their bags loaded for the movies coming up not only from Kollywood , but the south Indian film industry on the whole as well. The enthralling fact now is that India is getting into the next level of cinema exhibition. Having many 7-star cinema theatres being opened, one such by Inox in Delhi and PVR’s recently launched air purifier theatres has set the standards of cinema exhibition to a whole new level once again proving the raving aspect of luxury and class for the cinema world. Big Cine Expo 2018 (28-29 August), one of the largest international convention and trade show for single-screen, multiplex cinema, malls and theatrical distribution in India and Asia is coming up! So do join in to be a part of the two day grand convention and trade show furthermore, to experience and gain the latest updates spiraling in the cinema exhibition market. TheatreWorld is once again the media partner at the major trade shows: CineEurope - Barcelona, Spain (11-14 June) and AIMC- Australian International Movie Convention (29 July- 2 August). See you all soon! Do not forget to pick your copy of TheatreWorld magazine at the above shows!!! Raghavendra T Editor-Publisher DISCLAIMER - TheatreWorld Magazine does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the quality, accuracy, completeness, legality, reliability or usefulness of any information, product or service represented within our magazine or web site. The information provided is for knowledge or entertainment purposes only. TheatreWorld Magazine does not endorse or recommend any article, product, service or information found within said articles or advertisements. The views and opinions of the authors who have submitted articles to TheatreWorld Magazine belong to them alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of TheatreWorld Magazine or its staff.
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This issue of TW has two sets of page numbers - International pages TW-1 to TW-60 for TW, and India pages TM-1 to TM-30 for TM. TM is inserted between pages TW-54 and TW-55 of TW.
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SPECIAL STORY TW-28 New Projection Factory for the Future
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Village Cinemas:
First Sphera Premium in Athens TW-35
Cinemaxx:
Maxximum Movie Experience! TW-38
Taiwan’s Second Cineplex:
Best Visual & Audio Experiences TW-40
I N S TA L L S
INSTALLS
Major Cineplex:
Alamo Drafthouse:
The Ultimate Kids Day Out
Tradition of Introducing the Best
TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY
TW-41 Seating Comfort for Saudi Arabia
TRADESHOWS TW-47 Review TW-50 Preview TW-51 Preview -
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THX Certification:
Redefine Entertainment! TW-52 Preview -
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INDIA PLEXING TM-10
SB Cinemas:
A Prime Destination for Cinema
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Multiplex Air Purification:
Transforming Urban Leisure TM-24 Pioneering In-theatre Occupancy Technology
BUSINESS TREND TM-20 User Guide to Multiplex Design TM-25
Mukta & Zee:
Reviewing Golden Days of Indian Cinema TM-26 Spreading the 'Real' Digital Cinema Revolution
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INDIA PLEXING
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First Laserplex & 7-star Experience in the Capital
Wanda and Christie to jointly Establish Cinema Technology Centre of Excellence (CTCE) Christie, a global leader in digital cinema projection and audio technologies, announced recently that it has entered into an agreement with Wanda Film Holding, a subsidiary of Wanda Group and Asia's largest cinema operator, to jointly establish a research and development (R&D) centre for cinema technology within the Wanda Studios' site in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China. The Wanda-Christie Cinema Technology Centre of Excellence (CTCE) will be solely owned by Wanda Film Holding, with Christie as the sole partner to exclusively operate the high-tech facility for advanced R&D of digital cinema projection systems, including: •
Customized RGB laser projection technology for Wanda Film Holding and its global affiliates
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Testing of Xenon lamps versus competitive illumination technology.
John Zeng, President, Wanda Film Holding, said, "We're pleased to once again collaborate with our longstanding partner Christie to set up the CTCE at our Studios site in Qingdao. This is a landmark agreement that will elevate the relationship of both companies to new heights. I'm confident that with Christie's strong commitment to technological innovation, particularly in RGB laser, we can achieve the
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objectives of staying at the forefront of cutting-edge cinema technologies and to continue providing highquality, innovative shared experiences for our customers." "We are honoured to work with Wanda Film Holding in setting up this state-of-the-art R&D facility with the common goal of exploring technology solutions to enhance the cinema experience and to ensure that the brick and mortar cinema remains consumers' top choice for watching movies," said Jack Kline, Chairman, President and CEO of all of Christie's operating companies, worldwide. "This agreement is the result of the deep and mutuallysatisfying relationship that both companies have embarked on for almost a decade, and which has seen productive engagements ever since. With the CTCE, we look forward to advancing our laser and illumination technologies, and continuing to put Wanda Film Holding at the forefront of the film industry across the globe." The CTCE will assist Wanda and Christie in areas such as the selection of laser/illumination technology, including guidance on choosing the best retrofit technology where appropriate for Xenon-to-RGB laser technology globally to Christie's installed base of more than 60,000 digital cinema projectors worldwide. Additionally, the site will serve as a
guide for Christie's product development, especially for any customized products to be supplied exclusively to Wanda or any of its affiliates. Christie will also use CTCE as its primary commercial test site for all new cinema products. Wanda Film Holding and Christie will officially open the CTCE at a ceremony in Wanda Studios on April 27, during which senior executives from both companies will unveil a plaque marking this new joint collaboration. The event will also be attended by officials from China's Ministry of Science and Technology based in Qingdao. Prior to this collaboration, Wanda Film Holding had signed an exclusive strategic partnership agreement with Christie to install several thousand Christie Solaria Series 2K and 4K digital cinema projectors, as well as the Christie Vive Audio solution in selected theatres. As well, Wanda Film Holding and Christie have embarked on initiatives in recent years to promote the technology, branding and market development of Wanda's "Hall 9" auditoriums, some of which are equipped with Christie RGB laser projection and Vive Audio cinema sound system, such as Beijing's CBD Wanda Plaza, Tongzhou Wanda Plaza and Shanghai's Wujiaochang Wanda Cinema.
Kinoplex Completes Digital Cinema Roll-Out with Christie
Christie, a leader in creating and delivering the world's best visual and audio experiences, is proud to announce that Kinoplex, Brazil's largest locally-owned theatre chain, has completed its digital cinema deployment in its 220 screens with Christie Solaria Series of DCIcompliant, DLP Cinema projectors. Kinoplex deployed a wide variety of Christie cinema projectors, due to the huge range of screen sizes and projection distances at its film theatres, including CP2215, CP2220 and CP2230 units that deliver value with reliability and low total cost of ownership. "We are gratified that Kinoplex has chosen Christie technology to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience for movie-goers," said Ricardo Laporta, territory sales manager, Cinema, Christie Brazil. "With over 100 years of experience, Kinoplex is one of the largest cinema chains in Brazil and is at the forefront in introducing innovative cinema technology for its audience. Our digital cinema projectors are the perfect choice in meeting exhibitors' demands for 2D and 3D presentations." Luiz Severiano Ribeiro, head of Kinoplex, commented that "The dedication to our market exhibited by Christie, complemented by their wide range of complete digital cinema products - as evidenced by their many projector options - made this a logical choice. With Christie, we
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have a trusted and visionary partner with whom to deliver content that continually delights our patrons, now and into the future." The deployment, carried out through a Virtual Print Fee (VPF) agreement with Quanta DGT/AAM, was handled by Kelonik and included the 220 screens that Kinoplex has in over 30 sites across Brazil, including cities like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Goiania, Campinas, MaceiĂł, Manaus, SĂŁo Luis and Boa Vista.
Cineworld Group Teams Up with Barco Laser Projectors for 600 Movie Screens With Cineworld Group acquiring movie chains at a breakneck pace, the exhibitor is now focused on partnering with a premier cinema solutions provider to deliver unforgettable movie experiences. Cinionic, the Barco cinema joint venture, is the company of choice,
offering the industry's best and brightest projectors. "Cineworld has always believed in being at the forefront of technology in order to provide our customers with the best experience, including the quality of the picture and the light on our big screens. We have been looking into laser projectors for some time now and we are delighted to announce this deal with Barco. Barco has been our partner for many years and it was a natural choice for us to put our trust in them when moving to the next generation of technology," said Renana Teperberg, Chief Commercial Officer of Cineworld.
A quality experience beyond the numbers In addition to the 7,300+ screens in 43 U.S. states it acquired through Regal, Cineworld leads the movie exhibition industry with a globally diversified offering in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania and Israel. Over the next three years, the exhibitor will deploy 600 laser projectors - for both new builds and replace older models in existing sites - selecting from among Barco's expansive portfolio of 18 models, to ensure the perfect match for every screen. "We are honoured to partner with Cineworld and share their passion for innovative cinema concepts and amenities as they venture forth into new markets," comments Serge Plasch Chief Commercial Officer for Cinionic. "We share their dedication to high-quality, immersive cinema and are prepared to deliver the entire breadth of solutions and services they need to stay on the cutting edge."
New Imax with Laser Experience in 55 Cineworld and Regal Imax Locations IMAX Corporation and Cineworld Group PLC, including its Regal Entertainment Group subsidiary, announced a binding letter of intent to install IMAX's new groundbreaking laser experience for commercial multiplexes in 55 of the exhibitor's locations across the U.S. and Europe. The announcement coincides with the launch of the next-generation of IMAX with Laser; the Company's most advanced commercial projection system to date designed to transform the premium blockbuster moviegoing experience. Under the agreement, the companies will be adding IMAX with Laser systems to 26 new IMAX theatres and upgrading 29 of its existing IMAX sites, including 15 currently open and 14 sites in backlog. The IMAX with Laser systems will include renewed 12-year lease terms and are expected to be installed between 2018 and 2022. The specific sites and a mix of deal types will be agreed by the companies. Additionally, Cineworld and Regal will be undertaking a complete renovation of the 55 locations and add several additional moviegoing enhancements including the installation of IMAX's 12-channel immersive sound, luxury plush rocker seating, redesigned entryways and in-theatre branding. "For over 20 years, Cineworld has been a major proponent of The IMAX Experience and its ability to attract and immerse audiences. We're encouraged to see that support continue with its acquisition of Regal through this significant endorsement of the new IMAX with Laser experience and its ability to deliver audiences increased differentiation that they can only get with IMAX," said IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond. "In addition to the economics of the new laser system remaining attractive and coming with 12-year lease extensions, we believe this powerful
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new product will over time help ensure that IMAX remains the premium cinematic experience of choice among moviegoers, studios, filmmakers and theatre partners alike." "There is no doubt in my mind that IMAX with Laser provides the best blockbuster moviegoing experience and will be our leading premium offering," said Mooky Greidinger, CEO of Cineworld Group PLC. "IMAX and our collective organization have worked together for more than 20 years and we both understand how to create best-in-class customer experiences. For us, this agreement is about continuing that legacy and introducing a new era of IMAXmoviegoing." IMAX with Laser provides audiences with strikingly crystal-clear and vivid images to suspend disbelief when experiencing today's biggest blockbusters. The next-generation 4K laser projection system features a new optical engine and suite of proprietary IMAX technology that delivers increased resolution, sharper and brighter images, deeper contrast as well as the widest range of colors available to filmmakers to present more distinct, exotic colors than ever before. The new system will also feature IMAX's 12-channel sound technology that incorporates new side and overheard channels to deliver greater dynamic range and precision for ultimate audio immersion and sound you can feel. To date, the Company has signed agreements for more than 150 of its new IMAX with Laser systems worldwide.
Next-Generation IMAX with Laser Experience to Enhance Blockbuster Movie going at AMC Theatres Under the agreement, the IMAX with Laser systems operate under a joint revenue sharing arrangement with renewed 12-year lease terms and are expected to be installed between 2018 and 2022. Additionally, AMC will be undertaking a complete renovation in the locations with several additional moviegoing enhancements including the installation of IMAX's 12-channel immersive sound, luxury plush rocker seating, redesigned entryways and in-theatre branding. "The next-generation of IMAX with Laser represents a technological breakthrough year in the making aimed at delivering consumers a bold, more differentiated IMAX blockbuster moviegoing experience," said IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond. "Together with AMC, our largest exhibitor partner in North America, we look forward to continuing our legacy of providing unforgettable entertainment experiences through the launch of IMAX with Laser and several premium in-theatre upgrades at 87 of its top locations. In addition to the economics of the new laser system remaining attractive and coming with 12-year lease extensions, we believe this powerful new product will over time help ensure that IMAX remains the premium cinematic experience of choice among moviegoers, studios, filmmakers and theatre partners alike." "AMC and IMAX continue to stay at the forefront of presentation innovation, and this announcement represents a momentous step forward for our guests who love seeing their movies in IMAX at AMC," said Adam Aron, CEO and President, AMC.
IMAX with Laser provides audiences with strikingly crystal-clear and vivid images to suspend disbelief when experiencing today's biggest blockbusters. The next-generation 4K laser projection system features a new optical engine and suite of proprietary IMAX technology that deliver increased resolution, sharper and brighter images, deeper contrast as well as the widest range of colors available to filmmakers to present more distinct, exotic colors than ever before. The new system will also feature IMAX's 12-channel sound technology that incorporates new side and overhead channels to deliver greater dynamic range and precision for ultimate audio immersion and sound you can feel. To date, the Company has signed agreements for more than 150 of its new IMAX with Laser systems worldwide.
Dolby and Shochiku Multiplex Theaters Bring First Dolby Cinema to Japan Shochiku Multiplex Theatres, Ltd. (SMT) and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. have entered into an agreement for the first deployment of Dolby Cinema theatres in Japan. The first opening is scheduled for the fall of 2018 with MOVIX Saitama, with other sites to follow. As Dolby's most advanced cinema
offering, Dolby Cinema enables richer and more action-packed storytelling through Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The combination of Dolby technologies with the design and comfort of the Dolby Cinema makes audiences feel closer to the onscreen action than ever before. While Dolby Atmos technology has been deployed at movie theatres in Japan, SMT is the first company to bring Dolby Cinema to Japan. The Dolby Vision projection system, which uses state-of-the-art optics and image processing, delivers high dynamic range with enhanced color technology and a contrast ratio that far exceeds that of any other image technology on the market today. The result is a dramatically different viewing experience that presents strikingly vivid and realistic images, making viewers feel like they are inside the movie's world. "Dolby Cinema is designed to provide the best sound, image and cinematic environment to bring movies to life," said Kevin Yeaman, President and CEO of Dolby Laboratories. "We are thrilled to introduce this spectacular experience to Japan with Shochiku Multiplex Theatres." "We are extremely honoured to be the company that introduces Dolby Cinema for the first time in Japan," said Kazutaka Akimoto, President & Representative Director of Shochiku Multiplex Theatres. "As the movie theatre arm of the Shochiku Group, we are very pleased to be able to offer this high-quality entertainment experience to our patrons."
Dolby Laboratories and Jinyi Partner to Extend Guangzhou Jinyi Media Corporation Ltd., owner of Jinyi Cinemas, one of the largest cinema circuits in China, and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. today announced a partnership to extend spectacular Dolby experiences to more moviegoers in China. With the partnership, Jinyi plans to open 20 Dolby Cinema locations in China in the following four years. Jinyi is also committed to deploying 630 Dolby digital cinema systems in China, including Dolby Integrated Media Servers, Dolby cinema audio processors, Dolby Multichannel Amplifiers, and SLS Cinema Series Speaker Systems. "Our partnership with Jinyi marks a significant milestone as we strive to extend spectacular Dolby experiences to more moviegoers in China and around the world," said Doug Darrow, Senior Vice President, Cinema Business Group, Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby's long-term commitment is to support the cinema industry through quality and innovation around the globe." "Dolby represents premium quality and experience in cinemas. We are excited to upgrade our overall cinema experiences with Dolby and meet the growing demand of our moviegoers on higher-quality experiences," said Leo Li, CEO, Guangzhou Jinyi Media Corporation Ltd. "With Dolby Cinema, we will offer the most advanced moviegoing experience and we look forward to elevating the presentation quality and the listening experience in our existing and new auditoriums with Dolby's latest innovations in digital cinema imaging and audio." Dolby offers a full range of audio, imaging, accessibility and content management solutions designed to give moviegoers the most spectacular, fully immersive cinema experience available to date.
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As Dolby's most advanced cinema offering, Dolby Cinema enables richer and more action-packed storytelling through Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The Dolby Vision projection system, which uses state-of-the-art optics and image processing, delivers high dynamic range with enhanced color technology and a contrast ratio that far exceeds that of any other image technology on the market today. The result is a dramatically different viewing experience that presents strikingly vivid and realistic images, making viewers feel like they are inside the movie's world. Dolby Atmos sound technology moves audio around the theatre, even overhead, with amazing richness and depth. The combination of Dolby technologies with the design and comfort of the Dolby Cinema makes audiences feel closer to the onscreen action than ever before.
Qube Wire Service Expands Worldwide Qube Cinema announced at CinemaCon 2018 that the Qube Wire service is now available across 116 countries for delivery of movie content. Qube Wire currently serves a broad range of customers extending from independent producers and
distributors to large studios. The territories where Qube Wire content delivery services are now available include major regions of the world and both developing and mature markets, from Southeast Asia to Africa to Europe and the Americas. "We are excited to announce that the Qube Wire service is now available in nearly all key international markets. Cinema distribution has moved online at a rapid pace and Qube Wire is assisting this transformation by providing a secure, reliable, costeffective and easy-to-use service," said Senthil Kumar, Co-founder of Qube Cinema. Qube Wire supports content delivery through multiple methods including broadband or satellite multicast directly to theatres through the Qube Wire theatre appliance, as well as last-mile physical drive delivery through service partners in each territory using a highly automated service that seamlessly handles DCP download, integrity checking, duplication and local shipping. The Qube Wire ecosystem is designed to consider speed, cost, reliability and various other factors before making an optimum delivery mode choice based on the delivery location and date. The Qube Wire platform has been used by a number of distributors since its test launch with the blockbuster Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Qube Wire truly simplifies managing digital cinema distribution and makes what was until now a complex, error-prone process requiring a fair amount of technical knowledge into a userfriendly service for all stakeholders.
GDC Technology Installed the First Fully Automated Cinema in China GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today China Film Cinema Da Guang Road in
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Nanjing, has become the first cinema in China to operate the projection booth with no human intervention by using its Cinema Automation 2.0 (CA2.0), which is designed to fully automate workflow. The multiplex has been running for three months with zero incident reported, providing a significant increase in operation efficiency. The daily operation of the 7-plex is taking full advantage of the key features of CA2.0, including a centralized server to live-stream selected DCP (from a library of hundreds of titles) to each and every auditorium, automaticrendering of show playlists (that include pre-show screen advertisements and movie trailers), intelligent management of power supplies and screening quality. GDC and the cinema operator are proud to witness an era of fully automated cinema operation unveiling in one of China Film Cinema's key properties. The China Film Cinema Da Guang Road in Nanjing is also connected to China's largest network operations centre CFGDC Digital Cinema Co. Ltd. (CFGDC). Headquartered in Beijing, CFGDC is a joint venture set up by China Film Group and GDC Technology.
GDC Immersive Sound Solution Expanding Rapidly in 2018 GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today at CinemaCon 2018 that cinema owners' adoption of its innovative SX-4000 immersive sound media server with a built-in DTS:X decoder, and the XSP1000 cinema processor (GDC Immersive Sound Solution), is rapidly expanding in theatres around the world. The GDC Immersive Sound Solution has been installed or committed to installing, in more than 850 screens. With over 40 movies being released worldwide in DTS:X format in 2018, a host of new cinema owners are installing the GDC Immersive Sound Solution. Additionally, several leading U.S. circuits, such as B&B Theatres, are expanding their current DTS:X immersive sound footprint by adding 14 new screens in 2018. Within the Asia-Pacific region, China had the highest growth rate of DTS:X installations in the first quarter of 2018. The top 10 leading cinema chains in China are now equipped to deliver a differentiated sound experience to their audiences. In addition, the leading cinema chains in India, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan and Myanmar are continuing to expand their DTS:X footprint with new circuits committed to installing DTS:X in the coming months. In North America, theatres operated by the top 20 circuits are realizing the benefits and Classic Cinemas is expanding its immersive audio technology strategy throughout the circuit with the GDC Immersive Sound Solution. In Mexico, the leading circuits have recently installed the GDC Immersive Sound Solution. In Europe, one of the leading circuits is continuing to expand its immersive sound strategy with DTS:X. DTS:X technology was created to take audiences into a new dimension of sound immersion. The technology transports sound objects to and through specific locations: in front of, behind, above, and next to where the
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audience is sitting - exactly where the creator intended. The innate flexibility of DTS:X gives cinema operators the opportunity to offer their audiences a compelling immersive experience by faithfully recreating the way sound behaves in the real world. Since its debut in July 2015, DTS:X has enjoyed worldwide adoption by major Hollywood motion picture studios, cinema owners and mixing stages. Today, more than 160 theatrical titles have been released and exhibited with a DTS:X soundtrack and more than 60 worldclass mixing stages in 17 countries have installed DTS:X production tools. As a worldwide DTS:X licensee, GDC Technology leads the effort to enhance cinematic sound around the globe. "When it comes to providing solutions for the exhibition, GDC has always strived to offer the best-in-class products. With the rapid adoption of the GDC Immersive Sound Solution by leading exhibitors worldwide, it's evident we delivered the right product at the right value proposition. Along with the expansion of screens by current customers, it's exciting to see new exhibitors installing our cost-effective solution featuring DTS:X," said Dr Man-Nang Chong, founder, chairman and CEO of GDC Technology Limited.
Arts Alliance Media Opens Operations in China Arts Alliance Media (AAM) today announced the start of operations in mainland China, with the establishment of a legal entity and the opening of a new office in the country. AAM China will initially undertake sales, marketing and some
localisation-driven development work. By the year-end, it is planned that a full-service Network Operations Centre (NOC) will be established to provide 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support to all customers in the Chinese market. The NOC will be the first centre outside the UK and will be followed by a similar centre in the US, to better enable the delivery of an effective 24/7 support infrastructure to customers wherever in the world they are. Pat Foley, CEO at AAM commented, "The news that this year, so far, the Chinese box office has outperformed that of the US, is remarkable. However, considering how relatively new cinema is to the Chinese market, makes this result quite staggering. The scale and speed of growth in China are unparalleled and makes it a key market for any supplier to the cinema industry." "That said, China presents its own range of challenges and nuances that any supplier needs to address in order to be successful," Foley continues. "Unencumbered by the long history of cinema, Chinese exhibitors are significantly more open to digital technology and more demanding in what they expect their solutions to deliver. To ensure that our products deliver significant value, it is imperative that we have an active presence in the Chinese marketplace."
GDC Technology Integrates Screenvision Media Preshow with Advanced Theatre Management System GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today the completed integration of its TMS2000 Theatre Management System with the Screenvision Media preshow. The integration enables automated ingestion and programming of ad content directly from Screenvision Media's server to GDC's new Cinema Automation CA2.0 and it's TMS-2000, the second most deployed theatre management system solution globally. The integration provides Screenvision Media's network of exhibitors with preshow trimming functionality to maximize the time available for preshow advertising between every show. "This is a major milestone for Screenvision Media as many of our customers have deployed GDC's robust theatre management system. The integration of GDC with our preshow delivery provides the U.S. market with alternatives when creating a fully integrated cinema workflow," said Mike Henry, SVP of Information Technology at Screenvision Media.
"We've enjoyed a long history with GDC and are looking forward to working with their technical and sales teams to continually improve the Screenvision Media preshow experience at GDC sites. This successful integration allows the GDC footprint with their TMS to have full functionality of rating targets, feature targets and preshow trimming capabilities," said Darryl Schaffer, Executive Vice President, Operations and Exhibitor Relations of Screenvision Media. The TMS-2000's robust capabilities include integrated screen monitoring, with playback and equipment status displayed from a single access point; an enhanced Content Manager, which enables centralized management of content and KDM; a smarter Show Scheduler, which gives alerts regarding missing CPL or invalid KDM; and Smart Restore, a function that makes server replacement easy and instant. Meanwhile, Quality Manager is an optional module that brings users excellent value in ensuring the right level of projector brightness, crisp color and crystal-clear audio. In addition, a newly developed mobile
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"Since the launch of the TMS-2000 at CineAsia 2014, the list of U.S. exhibitors who solely rely upon it to provide simple and efficient centralized management has grown exponentially. Accordingly, integrating with leading provider, like Screenvision Media, makes perfect sense for GDC. GDC TMS installations are now able to 'switch on' automated preshow integration with Screenvision Media. The compliance of ad playlist delivery is now in place for nearly 1,000 screens with GDC products and Screenvision Media," said Annie Wang, executive vice president of GDC Technology LLC.
Cinemanext Equips Cinéplanet with France's First Sony Digital Cinema 4K Laser Eclaircolor Projector Already equipped with EclairColor HDR technology, the CinéPlanet cinema in Alès, Gard (France) recently upgraded its projection system to a latest-generation Sony Digital Cinema 4K Laser EclairColor SRX-R815P. This installation, performed by CinemaNext, is the first in France. The image thus projected has 4 times the level of details of a standard image. Associated with June-August 2018
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EclairColor HDR technology and Dolby Atmos sound system, it allows for an unprecedented projection quality. "It has always been our main goal to offer moviegoers the best possible experience.", explains Philippe BorysCombret, owner of CinĂŠplanet, "The operation was a great success and we know audiences have seen the difference as we've been receiving a lot of positive comments since the upgrade. EclairColor HDR features exceptional brightness and contrast, and the association with Sony Digital Cinema 4K makes the moviegoing experience even more immersive." "This marks the first installation of its kind in France and we hope many more will soon follow.", adds Maxime Rigaud, Managing Director of CinemaNext France. "The cuttingedge technology that is a 4K laser projector provides outstanding image quality while enhancing the brightness and fine details of movies mastered in EclairColor HDR, making the audience's cinema experience incomparable and unique."
Eclair Successfully Delivers First Live Alternative Content Screening via Streaming in a Cinema, with CGR Events Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries in Europe, announces its successful first screening of a live event via streaming at the CGR cinema in Vitrolles, near Marseille
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(Bouches-du-RhĂ´ne) April 22. This first-ever event of its kind featured in the NBA Playoffs match of the Golden State Warriors versus the San Antonio Spurs (CGR Events/beIN SPORTS). "We would like to thank CGR Events, specialized in the distribution of live event screenings for cinemas, for the trust they put in our EclairLive solution, which made this operation through broadband Internet possible," explains Bruno d'Isidoro, Business Director for EclairLive at Eclair. "So far, the distribution of event cinema concerts, opera, ballet, sports - was only possible via satellite transmission. Today, our streaming technology gives us more flexibility when it comes to alternative content distribution, and it guarantees an optimal image and sound quality for cinema exhibitors. Our EclairLive streaming solution allows content to be broadcast at a rate of between 6 and 10 Megabits/s, which is the existing configuration in most cinemas in France. We hope that this new solution will allow distributors of alternative content to convince more exhibitors with the live event experience." For Jocelyn Bouyssy, Managing Director of CGR Cinemas, "EclairLive, with its new live streaming capability, will allow us to expand the screening of alternative content in our cinemas. We will extend our content offer to meet the growing requests from our audiences, all without altering the image and sound quality." "The screenings that took place yesterday were the first real opportunity to demonstrate the technical capacities of EclairLive. We are very pleased with our first collaboration," explains Katrin Mathe, Manager at CGR Events. Developed by Eclair, EclairLive is an innovative solution entirely dedicated to the screening of live events in cinemas across Europe via satellite and streaming. Acting on behalf of alternative content distributors, it allows the screening of more than 100 events every year. It uses its network - the largest in Europe with 1,400 connected cinemas (8,000 screens) - equipped
with professional receivers that can be managed and operated remotely and installed directly in projection booths.
CinemaNext Signs Agreement with Austrian Circuit Cineplexx for First Samsung 3D Onyx Cinema LED CinemaNext, the European specialist in cinema exhibitor services, today announced the signing of an agreement with Austrian cinema circuit Cineplexx (Constantin FilmHolding GmbH) for the installation of a Samsung 3D Onyx CinemaLED at the Cineplexx Wienerberg in Vienna. It will be the first Samsung Onyx Cinema LED deployed by CinemaNext. "After the successful deployment of the next-generation sound systems at select Cineplexx cinemas and the opening of our 50th cinema site in Parndorf this past March, we are thrilled to once again partner with CinemaNext on our first Samsung Cinema LED Screen. With an emphasis on our pioneering work in terms of new technologies, we are able to set another milestone in Austria. Cineplexx Wienerberg will be the newest flagship within the company by featuring the first Samsung Cinema LED Screen not only in Austria but in the European Union," comments Christian Langhammer, Owner and Managing Director of Austria's Constantin Film Group. "It's a unique opportunity to introduce a next-generation and ground-breaking image technology
to moviegoers and offer them exceptional image quality in a comfortable environment. We continue to invest in enhancing the cinematic experience with what unquestionably constitutes a gamechanger for our industry." "Cineplexx's Samsung 3D Onyx CinemaLED will boast a screen 10,24m (33.6ft) in width and 5,4m (17.7ft) in height with all visuals shining at ultra-sharp 4K resolution (4,906 x 2,160) coupled with state-ofthe-art 7.1 audio technologies from Harman's JBL Professional Brand," explains Christof Federle, CinemaNext Regional Manager & Managing Director of CinemaNext Austria. "We expect to complete this project in mid-July in close collaboration with our colleagues in Valencia (Spain), who are in charge of building and assembling the LED complex structure. Featuring nearly 9 million pixels, Samsung's 3D Onyx CinemaLED delivers exceptional visual quality, technical performance and reliability." First introduced in July 2017, Samsung Cinema Screen is a Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI*)certified cinema display, which amplifies on-screen content through HDR and EclairColor HDR picture quality. It features 4K images with peak brightness levels nearly 10 times greater (146fL) than the common cinema standard (14fL). The resulting high contrast showcases bright colors, pristine whites and deep blacks. Unlike standard 3D cinemas, the Samsung CinemaLED screen provides consistent picture quality across an entire theatre, ensuring a uniform, immersive viewing experience for viewers in every seat. "Samsung is thrilled to open Austria's first cinema auditorium with 3D Onyx CinemaLED in cooperation with Constantin Film-Holding," says Sunghan Kim, President of Samsung Electronics Austria GmbH. "With that, the Viennese are among the most innovative cinemagoers, and we hope that we will soon be able to introduce this unique cinematic experience to a greater audience throughout Austria.
QSC Announces Q-SYS Ready CMS-5000 Cinema Media Server
QSC, a leading global manufacturer, expands its comprehensive catalog of cinema solutions by introducing the next-generation cinema media server, the innovative CMS-5000. The CMS-5000 combines the functions of a full-featured media server while bringing new capabilities to the category including exceptionally fast DCP ingest and seamless integration with Q-SYS, an integrated sound, picture, and control platform for the networked digital cinema complex. The CMS-5000 features include two terabytes of reliable onboard solidstate storage, dual HDMI 2.0 ports for alternate content, and a 10 GB Ethernet port for exceptionally fast DCP ingest of content and live streaming - up to 10 times faster than other servers. Operating at typical ingest speeds of 800 MB per second, the 10 GB Ethernet port allows full-length motion picture DCP ingest in the time it takes to play a trailer. Management options include powerful browser based management directly from the CMS5000 or further customized via QSYS to give users full control of content, playback, scheduling and configuration from a Smartphone, tablet or computer, maximizing flexibility and convenience. "QSC has expanded far beyond its roots as a leading power amplifier to become a complete digital cinema systems and solutions provider," says Barry Ferrell, senior vice president and chief strategy officer, QSC. "We expanded our portfolio to include cinema processors and loudspeakers
that have become industry standards. We then focused on bringing the power of our widely adopted Q-SYS Platform to the cinema market, providing unmatched power and flexibility to cost-effectively monitor, manage and control the digital cinema ecosystem. Adding the CMS-5000 to our portfolio expands the Q-SYSenabled cinema solution to include the next generation of digital cinema content delivery. Our System Synergy approach and complete hardware offering, combined with the Q-SYS software-based sound, picture and control platform enables QSC and our partners to offer cost, operational and performance benefits to global theatre operators that were never before possible." The CMS-5000 is capable of JPEG 2000 DCI content playback of 4K 2D up to 60 frames per second, and 4K 3D up to 30 frames per second and supports several immersive audio formats. As part of the Q-SYS ecosystem, the CMS-5000 appears in Q-SYS Designer Software as a Q-SYS component, providing full system interconnection, comprehensive management, audio channel routing, status monitoring, and control of nearly any device in the cinema complex. The CMS-5000 sets a new standard for cinema media server performance, functionality and ease of use with availability expected fall of 2018.
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QSC Expands Product Line for Complete Cinema Solutions QSC, a leading global manufacturer of cinema solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of seven new products to the most comprehensive line of cinema products in the industry. New products include additions to the Media Server, Test and Measurement, Loudspeaker, and Digital Cinema Monitor categories.
CMS-5000 Cinema Media Server
The CMS-5000 is a next-generation media server that combines all of the functions of an integrated media block with onboard solid state storage. It offers several ways to quickly ingest content and integrates seamlessly with Q-SYS, a sound, picture, and control platform. The CMS-5000 features include two terabytes of reliable onboard solidstate storage, dual HDMI 2.0 ports for alternate content, and a 10 Gb Ethernet port for exceptionally fast DCP ingest of content and live streaming - up to 10 times faster than other servers. As part of the Q-SYS ecosystem, the CMS-5000 appears in Q-SYS Designer Software as a Q-SYS component, providing full system interconnection, comprehensive management, audio channel routing, status monitoring, and control of nearly any device in the cinema complex.
LSS-200 Light and Sound Sensor
The LSS-200 is designed for auditorium quality control, and makes it easy for cinema operators to remotely monitor light and sound
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levels in a cinema auditorium. It uses a new XYZ color sensor for high accuracy color and luminance measurements, which his especially critical for today's projection technology and laser light sources. The LSS-200 features an integrated measurement microphone which measure sound pressure level (C-weighted). Scripts are triggered by white flash sequence delivered by the digital cinema server, TCP command, or contact closure. All captured measurements are limit checked and logged for further analysis, and can be available on a web interface, through TCP commands over Ethernet, and by posting data to a remote web server. The LSS-200 is powered by user supplied PoE switch, PoE power injector, or USB power supply.
SC-223 Screen Channel Loudspeaker The SC-223 is a bi-amplified, three-way screen channel loudspeaker system consisting of one LF-2215 dual 15-inch low frequency enclosure, and one MH-1060 mid/high section. A robust, customdesigned passive crossover network is built into the MH-1060 mid/high section, which also features CineSight, QSC's patented horn aiming system. The SC-223 is ideally suited for cinemas where the distance from the screen to the last row is no more than 70 feet (21 meters). As a result of a newly-designed mid-range phase plug and horn, the SC-223 features enhanced midrange dialogue intelligibility and the benefits of Intrinsic Correction audio processing when used as part of a complete QSC system.
DCM 100 / DCM 300 Crossover/ Monitors
The DCM 100 and DCM 300 are cinema crossovers/monitors based on QSC's extremely successful DPM signal processing platform, providing loudspeaker crossover and monitoring functions for in a single integrated system. Designed to be used with the QSC DSC cinema loudspeakers, the new DCM Series replaces the DCM 10D and DCM 30D, and features advanced Intrinsic Correction settings, which optimizes loudspeaker performance out of the box and minimizes onsite in-room equalization. For up to three screen channel loudspeakers, the DCM 100 is configurable for passive and biamplified operation, and the DCM 300 is configurable for passive, bi-, triand quad-amplification. Both models accommodate 2 or 4 surround channels for 5.1 or 7.1 cinemas.
SB118F / SB218F Flyable Subwoofers
The SB-118F and SB-218F are flyable subwoofers designed for low frequency enhancement of surround content. The subwoofers feature integrated handles and eight built-in mounting points making them ideal for safe and easy suspension from ceilings or walls. The SB-118F has a single 18-inch driver, and the SB-218F has two 18-inch drivers. Both subwoofers can be safely suspended close to the ceiling so that interior dĂŠcor is minimally affected. Both models feature 4-ohm impedance rating, so one can use a smaller amplifier to get maximum performance at a lower total cost.
Abbey Road Studios Installs DTS:X Mixing Tools
Harkness Screens Launches New Perlux HiWhite Technology Harkness Screens the world's leading screen technology company and thought-leaders in on-screen brightness has launched its brand new 2D and Active 3D screen surface, Perlux HiWhite. Perlux HiWhite re-imagines Harkness' previous Perlux products to create the whitest ever gain screen with ultra-wide viewing angles, improved uniformity, superior colour and contrast rendition and natively laserready.
DTS, a global leader in highdefinition audio solutions and wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi Corporation is pleased to announce that London's world famous Abbey Road Studios has added DTS:X mixing tools to its state of the art Mix Stage facility. The installation is fully operational and available for professional content creators to mix both feature films and music in immersive DTS audio formats. "Since 1931, Abbey Road Studios has been technically ahead of the curve. Not only did The Beatles record their iconic albums at Abbey Road, but Pink Floyd, Kanye West, Ed Sheeran and so many more artists have recorded in the studios," said Bill Neighbors, general manager of cinema, digital media and streaming solutions at Xperi. "DTS is proud to be integrated into this world-renowned mixing studio and provide a comprehensive software solution for content creators." Abbey Road Studios' new Mix Stage now features a complete DTS:X chain for all immersive audio formats. Professionals can record a film's music, create the immersive audio mix and encode it into DTS:X for cinema; create the immersive near-field mix and encode it into DTS:X for home entertainment content; and encode it into DTS Headphone:X for mobile applications.
"We are excited to have DTS:X mixing tools a part of our facility and provide our customers with the latest tools to create and deliver compelling immersive audio experiences," said Fiona Gillott, Studios Manager, Abbey Road Studios. "As a one-stop shop for all DTS:X services, the mixing suite ensures an efficient, reliable and consistent production workflow."
Ushio Entertainment, TOHO Cinemas Deliver Acoustic System to Hibiya Zebex Corporation, a subsidiary of Ushio Entertainment Holdings Co Ltd., in collaboration with Eastern Sound Factory Co Ltd., to TOHO Cinemas Hibiya We delivered the first custom made loudspeaker system in Japan at a commercial movie theatre. The system is installed at "Premium Theatre (No. 1 Screen: 459 Seats)" which is a flag ship screen of TOHO Cinema Hibiya, and the acoustic system leading up to the speaker body and peripheral equipment, It is optimized for shape and space, realizing premium sound like the concert hall which is not in the theatre so far.
"Our Perlux screen range has been the industry standard in white gain screens for over thirty years. During that time, Perlux technology has overseen the transition from film to digital and been a key component in helping exhibitors to provide an outstanding visual experience to movie-goers around the world, whilst enabling exhibitors to manage operational budgets on power consumption and consumables such as projection lamps. Perlux HiWhite maintains that proposition whilst dramatically improving the overall visual performance of the screen delivering an incredible experience to every seat in the auditorium showcasing content as the filmmaker intended," explains Matt Jahans, Director of Cinema Technology at Harkness Screens. Perlux HiWhite screens also benefit from Harkness' recently launched NanolastTM technology helping to create an even more durable screen less prone to installation or surface damage. By adding additional strength to the base coating technology, the most often seen types of screen damage are mitigated and therefore risk of exhibitors requiring screen replacements is reduced thus improving total cost of ownership from their Harkness coated cinema screens.
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Combining these two technologies together delivers ultra-wide viewing angles with a minimum 40% increase in half-gain angle, dramatically improved uniformity, superior color and contrast rendition and compatibility with all laser light sources.
and thought-leaders in on-screen brightness, has partnered with Majid Al Futtaim owned Vox Cinemas to provide its premium 3D and 2D Clarus XC screen technology to support the opening of the new 4-screen Riyadh Park, Vox Cinemas first site in Saudi Arabia.
"Whether it's to improve on-screen brightness from ageing projectors, reduce operating and lamp costs or to convert from silver 3D screens back to white 2D screens, we believe that Perlux HiWhite has a number of valid uses all of which help to enrich the movie-going experience and we are delighted with initial feedback from leading exhibitors around the world who are already seeing enormous improvements in presentation quality from utilising Perlux HiWhite technology, Jahans adds.
Clarus XC technology has been specially selected by Vox Cinemas for its ability to provide breath-taking presentations in 3D and 2D with outstanding uniformity, contrast and 3D depth.
Perlux HiWhite is available globally in three gain levels (1.4, 1.8 and 2.2) with a maximum size of 60' (18.28m) in height and screens can be shipped either rolled or folded in a box for expedited delivery.
Vox Cinemas Installs Clarus XC Screens for First Cinema in Saudi Arabia Harkness Screens, the world's leading screen technology company
"We've worked with Vox Cinemas for many years supplying our entire range of screen surfaces to support their growth," explains Tony Dilley, VP Sales, EMEA at Harkness Screens. "Vox Cinemas have always invested in the very best equipment available to provide movie-goers with an unforgettable experience and we're delighted to partner with Vox to bring a premium experience to the first movie-goers in over 35 years, in Saudi Arabia. Designed to work with all passive 3D systems, Clarus XC screens create visibly deeper 3D content which draws in the audience creating a more captivating viewing experience. A whiter look under projection mean that colours look visibly richer and more accurate both in 2D and 3D resulting in a more defined, sharper and crisper picture.
Mark Smith, Technical Director at Vox Cinemas, said, "When it comes to showcasing content as the filmmaker intended in 2D but particularly in 3D, there's no doubting that Clarus XC adds a level of sharpness, clarity and depth, that makes for a high quality immersive experience." The fourth generation d-smooth coating technology at the heart of Clarus XC has specific properties more commonly seen in white screens. This technology enables Clarus XC screens to benefit from significantly improved light distribution compared to traditional 3D silver screens. Through this, visible hot-spotting is reduced and uniformity is greatly increased, making compliance with 2D industry standards more easily achievable.
Google and Fandango to Let Users Buy Tickets Using Voice Google has collaborated with USbased ticketing company Fandango to let users buy movie tickets using voice commands on Google Assistant. "Google has partnered with Fandango to offer movie ticket purchases from Google Assistant. To buy tickets, just say 'buy tickets,' or say, 'Hey Google, get me tickets for...'," The Verge reported late on Friday. Fandango sells movie tickets via its website and through its mobile app. "If you're not sure what you want to see, just say, 'showtimes near me,' and Google will bring up a selection of films playing at theatres located near you. You can find out more about a film by asking 'Who stars in it'," the report said.
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Saudi Arabia's PIFD and Investment Entertainment Company Signs Agreement with AMC The Public Investment Fund Department of Saudi Arabia (PIFD) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, the Development and Investment Entertainment Company, has signed an agreement with AMC to operate AMC Cinemas in the Kingdom. The Development and Investment Entertainment Company jointly with AMC expects to open 30-40 cinemas in approximately 15 cities in Saudi Arabia over the next five years, and a total of 50-100 cinemas in approximately 25 Saudi Arabian cities by the year 2030. AMC and the Development and Investment Entertainment Company have a goal of establishing an approximate 50 percent market share of the Saudi Arabian cinema industry. Alongside this, the Saudi Ministry of Culture and Information has
announced that it has granted the first cinema operating license to the Development and Investment Entertainment Company, allowing AMC to operate movie theatres in Saudi Arabia. After a 35-year ban on cinemas in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Development and Investment Entertainment Company jointly with AMC will open its first theatre in Riyadh in the King Abdullah Financial District on April 18. This will be the first theatre to open in Saudi Arabia in several decades. AMC is the world's largest provider and operator of movie theatres. AMC's entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is in concert with a key objective of Vision 2030, which is to grow the entertainment sector in Saudi Arabia. As a result, the cinema
industry is expected to grow to around US$1 billion in size over the coming years. The Development and Investment Entertainment Company was fully incorporated early this year to play an active investment role in various areas of the entertainment sector, and seek to attract strategic partnerships to build the eco-system within the Kingdom.
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Severtson Announces New Cinema Projection Screens A leader in the cinema, home theatre, and Pro-AV screen industry, Severtson Corporation has a history of creating cutting edge, top-quality projection screens for their customers. Today, on this USA day of pranks and jokes known as "April Fools' Day," Severtson is once again announcing the creation of a new product line that expands projection screens to the next level: self-healing, stretchable screens. Made out of bubble gum-like PVC vinyl, Severtsons' revolutionary stretchable screen not only can be pulled to fit any home theatre or auditorium, it also comes with another Severtson innovation: Self-Healing Properties! Regeneration abilities which enable damaged screens to self-heal back to their original state. The idea for stretchable screens came about at Severtson's corporate offices as Kirk Severtson, technology genius and projection screen guru, accidentally dropped his chewing gum into a batch of vinyl resin. Kirk practically burst seeing the benefit, and began expanding on this new innovation. He chewed on the idea for quite some time before he started to bounce ideas off the Severtson Screen employees. Everyone believed it to be a long-stretch at first, but with the right consistency of bubblegum and PVC resin, the new screen popped into reality! Dan Maxwell, VP of Severtson's Cinema Screen division commented, "The immediately noticeable benefit is the very pleasant bubble gum aroma that comes from the screens. Our production team also enjoys its gummy consistency which completely eliminates the need for seams on large projection screens!" One employee, Brandon MacKendrick, at first thought these stretching screens were a bunch of hubbabubba, but after seeing them remarked that they reminded him of the Stretch-Arm toys of his demented childhood. But the unexpected
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benefit which surprised everyone is the new material's amazing self-healing properties similar to that also observed when kids play with and re-shape their bubblegum. Severtson Screens has been quickly chomping away at perfecting and producing these screens before the idea pops into competitors' minds or the projection screen economic bubble bursts! Not only are the screens incredibly stretchy, with amazing self-healing properties, but they also come with all of Severtson Screen's standard coatings and perforation combinations. Plus, the amazing stretchiness of these screens absolutely negates the need for folding, the very innovation Severtson Screens has become known for throughout the industry. With this new screen technology, Severtson can easily send a one-size-fits-all stretchy screen in a single-stamped envelope, which will expand to fit practically any frame size of auditoriums. Stretchy screens are the perfect solution for any size job. They fit perfectly in home theatre screen frames, commercial implementations, and cinema stages. They are also highly portable, since they can be stretched to fit any space, and will return to their original size once they are allowed to relax. "We've learned to not use very heavy electric screen weight bars when using the new stretchable material. The screens just keeps stretching!" said Aaron White, National Director of Severtson's Home Theatre & Commercial division. Large cinema installers have also commented about these amazing screens and how easy they are to stretch on to any cinema-sized frame. And theatre owners are just thrilled now that screen damages due to cleaning or vandalism are as easy to fix as merely stretching the material's damaged edges and pinching them together - within moments it's as if there was never an issue with the screen at all!
New Group Director of Operational Standards & Performance Vue International
Vue International today announces that Kam Dosanjh has been appointed as Group Director of Operational Standards & Performance, a newly created role at the company, reporting to the Group COO, Steve Knibbs. Kam has been Director of Operations at Vue UK and Ireland where he has overseen the operational growth in cinemas from 40 to 87 currently. Kam has a vast wealth of expertise in cinema operations and he has worked in both operational and training roles across a number of internationally recognised companies, namely UCI, Warner Bros. Cinemas, and Warner Village Cinemas before Vue acquired their UK business in 2003. He has also been involved in the openings of 152 cinemas across numerous territories, with experience across European and Asian markets.
Cineworld Selects Volfoni for 3D Cinema Systems Rollout Volfoni, the leading European provider of 3D technology, today announced that Cineworld Group
one of the leading cinema groups in Europe, has selected Volfoni for a 3D cinema systems rollout across multiple cities and countries in Europe. Cineworld Group is the second largest cinema group in Europe, and is listed on the London Stock exchange. It owns and operates four brands, across nine territories including: Cineworld Cinemas, Cinema City, Picture House, and Yes Planet. The Group operates in nine countries: UK, Poland, Israel, Hungary, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Slovakia and Ireland with more than 2000 screens. Last year, the Group achieved over 100 million customer admissions across all its cinemas. Cineworld selected Volfoni for their 3D cinema systems and deployed a combination of Volfoni's products, including the highly efficient SmartCrystal NEO series and the award-winning SmartCrystal Diamond series. The deployment is across multiple countries, including the UK, Poland, Czech Republic, Romania and Slovakia. "At Cineworld, we always give the best experience to our audience and we always use top technical equipment," said Ilan Schor, VP Technical of Cineworld Group. "Volfoni has demonstrated the technical expertise, with innovative and high-performance products, backed by strong technical support, to deliver a solution that will meet our needs. We believe that by using Volfoni's equipment we can maintain our high standard in general and in 3D screening in particular." "We see an increasing demand for high-performance and highefficiency 3D cinema systems from our customers. Cinemas need
advanced 3D systems to improve their operational efficiency and deliver brighter 3D projection for a better audience experience," said Alain Chamaillard, Chief Sales Officer of Volfoni. "We are thrilled to have been selected by Cineworld for their 3D cinema technology requirements. Volfoni is well poised to answer this growing demand with our highperformance and high-efficiency product portfolio." Volfoni's 3D cinema business unit continues its growth momentum in the marketplace across multiple regions with significant projects announced or to-be-announced in different geographies.
CJ 4DPLEX and B&B Theatres Strike Deal to Open Four ScreenX Theatres CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading 4D cinema company, and B&B Theatres, the seventh largest exhibitor in the United States, have partnered to bring four ScreenX screens to the cinema operator's locations. B&B Theatres operates approximately 400 screens at 50 locations across Kansas, Florida, Iowa, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. Before the opening of these theatres with B&B, ScreenX has three locations in operation in the U.S. in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and more than 135 total screens globally. B&B Theatres will install the largest ScreenX system in the world in one of the two Premium Large Format
(PLF) GRAND SCREENS in Liberty, a screen that will be over four stories tall and seven stories wide. The screens with B&B Theatres are set to be the first in the U.S. outside of the American west coast. Speaking of the implementation of this groundbreaking technology, B&B Theatres President Bob Bagby said, "Our guests will be blown away by the immersive experience of ScreenX! I can't wait to showcase this in our new flagship theatre in my hometown of Liberty". And speaking about the collaborative effort, B&B Theatres Vice President of Finance Mike Hagan commented, "The ScreenX team was easy to work with throughout the whole process, and they have helped us create an experience in Liberty that is second-to-none. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship for years to come." ScreenX is the world's first multiprojection theatre technology, created in 2012 by CJ CGV, part of CJ Group, to enhance the movie environment by allowing moviegoers to go beyond the frame of the traditional movie screen. It utilizes a proprietary system to expand images of feature films and pre-show advertising to the left and right walls of the theatre, creating an immersive, panoramic, 270-degree experience. "ScreenX coupled with our B&B Grand Screen will create the most immersive movie-going experience imaginable. This breaks barriers into a new realm of cinema presentation and we are so excited to be the largest ScreenX system in the world" said Executive Vice President Brock Bagby. "B&B Theatres is a perfect partner for us to bring our ScreenX technology to more places in the U.S.," said Byung Hwan Choi, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX. "We strive to be in every state and every city, and working with excellent partners like B&B Theatres is how we will complete our dream."
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Global Chain AMC First to Enter Cinema Sector in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture and Information announced on Wednesday that it granted the first cinema operating license so that U.S. industry leader AMC, the largest theatrical exhibitor in the world, can operate cinemas in Saudi Arabia. AMC plans to open the Kingdom's first cinema theatre, in Riyadh, on April 18. This follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between AMC and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in December 2017 to explore potential trade cooperation opportunities. With a population of more than 32 million, the majority of whom are under the age of 30, Saudi Arabia is set to become the largest market for movie-goers in the Arabian Gulf region. In a landmark decision in December, the Ministry of Culture and Information announced that commercial cinemas would be allowed to operate in the Kingdom from early 2018, for the first time in more than 35 years. The decision is part of Saudi Arabia's social and economic reform program under Vision 2030, spearheaded by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is currently on an official visit to the United States. The Kingdom is set to have nearly 350 cinemas, with over 2,500 screens, by 2030. "The granting of the first license marks the opening of very significant opportunities for exhibitors. The Saudi market is very large, with the majority of the population under the age of 30 and eager to watch their favourite films here at home," said Dr. Awwad Alawwad, Minister of Culture and Information. "The aim of Saudi Vision 2030 is to improve the quality of life for Saudi families by providing an array of entertainment opportunities. The
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restoration of cinemas will also help boost the local economy by increasing household spending on entertainment while supporting job creation in the Kingdom," Dr. Alawwad said. Vision 2030 has established a goal of increasing annual Saudi spending on cultural and entertainment activities from the current 2.9% of total household expenditure to 6% by 2030. Adam Aron, CEO and President of AMC Entertainment said, "AMC has been extraordinarily impressed by the imagination to move Saudi Arabia forward as detailed in Vision 2030, and we have been emboldened by the professional, gracious and warm welcome we have received from the Ministry of Culture and Information, from the Public Investment Fund and from every Saudi institution and individual with whom we have been in contact. We greatly look forward to serving the people of Saudi Arabia with truly world-class theatres all across the Kingdom." AMC's entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is occurring in partnership with the Public Investment Fund through its subsidiary, the Development and Investment Entertainment Company. The move to allow movie theatres opens up a big domestic market, which could approach up to US$1 billion in annual box office sales, which leading cinema chains are keen to break into as it is the largest market in the Arabian Gulf region.
Vox Cinemas Signs Exclusive Deal With 'Masameer' VOX Cinemas', the largest cinema operator in the MENA region has today signed an exclusive distribution deal with Myrkott, the leading Saudi production company behind YouTube animated hit 'Masameer' that has attracted more than 700 million views across social media. The announcement marks the first deal of its kind with a Saudi production company and will see Myrkott content screened across the Middle East and North Africa, including the exclusive distribution of a forthcoming feature film based on their popular YouTube show. With two million YouTube subscribers and a further three million followers across Facebook and Twitter, Myrkott has produced more than 100 'Masameer' shows covering a variety of subjects related to Saudi society and the pursuit of the 2030 Vision. It has worked with a variety of high profile partners including the General Commission of Audiovisual Media (GCAM) and the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, using comedy to appeal to Arab audiences around the world. The Myrkott deal also represents a major boost for the General Commission of Audiovisual Media to support the creation and distribution of original local Saudi content and inspire future content producers across the Kingdom. Commenting on the agreement, Mohamed Al Hashemi, Country Manager at Majid Al Futtaim Ventures in Saudi Arabia, said: "Myrkott is proof that Saudi creative industries are going to be a powerful player regionally and internationally in the years to come. VOX Cinemas is delighted to provide Myrkott the regional distribution pedigree that will help their already hugely successful content find new audiences."
Myrkott General Manager Abdulaziz Almuzaini commented on the deal saying, "This is a huge moment for Myrkott and we are honoured to be the first home-grown Saudi production company to secure a regional distribution deal. To become successful in the movie business you need great content, great distribution and great marketing - we now have all of these elements through our partnership with VOX Cinemas." Myrkott is the leading animation studio in Saudi Arabia. The company specialises in creating powerful local content for Saudi and the Gulf in both 2D and 3D format. With more than six years of experience, Myrkott was established in 2013 by a group of Saudi creative artists. Owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim Cinemas, VOX Cinemas is the cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa with over 300 screens across the region.
Cinemark Announces Remodel of 12-screen Theatre in Lufkin, Texas with Luxury Lounger Recliners Cinemark Holdings, Inc., a leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, announced today that it will remodel its Cinemark Lufkin 12 theatre. The renovation and upgrade will include adding Luxury Lounger reclining seats to all auditoriums. Cinemark Luxury Loungers are electricpowered, plush, oversize lounge chairs with footrests and cup holders. The seating conversion and enhancements to the theatre, conveniently located at 109 Miles Way in Lufkin, Texas, will begin this summer. "We are excited to begin this remodel soon so the community can experience their favourite films in the most comfortable, state-of-the-art environment available," stated James Meredith, Cinemark's SVP of Marketing and Communications. "Our Luxury Lounger installation should be completed just in time for November's blockbuster films like Aquaman and Dr. Seuss' The Grinch."
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New Projection Factory for the Future
The sales, services, and marketing teams from Cinionic - Barco's cinema joint venture - are now brought together with Barco's cinema manufacturing and engineering departments at one location in Kortrijk (Belgium). With a focus on automation and innovative technologies, Barco's brand-new and state-of-the-art production facility "The Engine" is geared to create the cinema projectors for the future, both in terms of volume and technology. At "The Engine," Barco builds its cinema projectors, lamp-based but primarily laser illumination-based projectors. The different laser technologies like RGB and laser phosphor are manufactured, assembled, and tuned there to match the best light performance possible. This includes the laser retrofit engines that allow exhibitors to upgrade their lamp projectors with smart laser technology.
Flexibility for the future Bringing 250 people to Barco's One Campus in Kortrijk, the production facility covers 15,000 sqm (161,458.66 sqft) in total, including 1,500 sqm (16,145.87 sqft) state-of-the-art clean rooms. Focused on operational excellence, automation, and quality, the manufacturing site increases efficiency and allows for more flexibility and faster turnaround time. The new flow shortens production lines as the different steps are brought closer to each other.
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"Thanks to "The Engine," we are ready for the upcoming demand, bringing the next wave of cinema technology to our exhibitors to deliver at their request. The close cooperation between engineering and manufacturing at the new facility results in better products," said WimBuyens, CEO of Cinionic.
Focus on quality The Engine features an investment in a multimillion-dollar clean room where Barco makes its sealed optical engines. This patented engine cooling is a hallmark of Barco cinema projectors. Thanks to the patented sealed enclosure, no contamination can affect the optics of the DLP cinema chips, which guarantees undiminished brightness and
• SPECIAL STORY • contrast. These high-quality optics guarantee a flawless image quality for a stunning movie experience.
Clever way of working The core of the Factory for the Future is a clever way of working that encompasses different pillars. This includes digitally connecting employees and systems worldwide as well as automating the warehouse (fully operational beginning 2019) and key assembly activities. "The new site, and accompanying infrastructure, is a major step-up of our manufacturing capabilities and helps us respond quickly to new market trends," says FilipDeruijck, Barco's VP Operations Belgium. "The design of the manufacturing floor, for example, is flexible and multifunctional. Through automation and innovation, we can shorten lead times and increase production. It's how we can keep delivery times short and produce cost-effectively."
Barco Cinema is Now Cinionic! The new cinema joint venture unveils its identity! The previously announced strategic joint venture among Barco, ALPD and CGS announces its company branding just in time for CinemaCon. The new company name is "Cinionic," conveying a combination of cinema and ionic, and defined as the "coming together of forces to create energy in the Cinema industry." The new brand comes with a matching tagline: EXPERIENCES. DELIVERED. Carl Rijsbrack, Chief Marketing Officer at Cinionic, comments: "Our tagline is our commitment to customers - that they can count on Cinionic to deliver the ultimate cinema experience. It's simple, direct, and reflects our commitment to deliver compelling audience experiences."
The new company will focus on a combination of innovative cinema solutions, flexible financing and a comprehensive service model that enables exhibitors to focus on engagement with their moviegoers while simplifying their technology and operations. Harnessing more than a decade of Barco cinema technology and market leadership, Cinionic, is elevating high-quality movie presentation to delight a new generation of moviegoers. "We are in the midst of a changing cinema landscape, where exhibitors must deliver increasingly immersive entertainment to captivate today's moviegoers. We must all work together to enrich the overall cinema experience and provide guests more for their entertainment dollar, while still remaining profitable, and even growing revenues." said WimBuyens, CEO, Cinionic.
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Major Cineplex:
The Ultimate Kids Day Out! With the continuous innovations of new products to meet the needs of the target audience continuously, Major Cineplex sees the growth of the kids movie market launching new innovative service. The first children's cinema in Thailand at Mega Cineplex Bang Na, in collaboration with KODOMO, a high quality children's brand from Japan. Major Cineplex opened its first children's movie theatre in Thailand at Mega Cineplex Bang Na, which houses more than 290 residences and
pre-elementary schools. More than 31 international schools have opened their doors to new imaginative and learning opportunities for children
through a dedicated and experienced partner for children's products such as KODOMO. Under the name "KODOMO Kids Cinema", it offers screenings for new generation families with children between the ages of 5-12 years old. Whilst watching, movies exclusive forum and fun together in a private group. It is important to help children develop their thoughts and emotions. Also supported by various film studios are the children's films that are ready to be screened, such as animations, cartoons, adventures. KODOMO Kids Cinema features Playland, a land of happiness. Colourful balls and sliders for children to play before the movie. There are 84 colourful candy chairs that create a cinematic atmosphere. The opening of the children's theatre to accommodate the needs of the new generation of parents to bring their children to experience outside the classroom. There are no movies for children, workshops on diversity as well as a meeting place for children, parents to exchange and enhance the skills of learning new
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• INSTALLS • things. It can also be used as a venue for activities for children, which could help pave the fundamental behaviour of children, choose activities and spend time in the right way, such as singing contest, dance, costume, drawing, colouring, fashion show, etc. Opening of KODOMO Kids Cinema will bring more focus to children and family segmentation. It is expected that the number of children under the age of 12 will increase, and that M GEN Kids members will increase from the current 2,500 children. KODOMO Kids Cinema movie tickets start at 200 baht for a regular chair, 250 baht for a single sofa bed and 500 baht for a double sofa bed. KODOMO Kids Cinema is open on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 11am to 7pm, and Saturday-SundayPublic Holidays from 10am to 8pm. At the beginning of the KODOMO Kids Cinema service, children can register for M GEN Kids at a special price of 269 Baht and get a free Kids Welcome Set in their Umbrella Bag. There are about 20 films to be released this year, including Sherlock Homes, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Incredibles 2, Ant Man and The Wasp, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies, Doraemon The Movie 2018, Cinderella, The Grinch , Bernie The Dolphin, Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2.
marketing budget of at least Bt 600mn. With the continuous development of new products to meet the needs of the target audience continuously.
For the year 2018, KODOMO set a challenging 20% growth target, with sales of at least Bt 2,000mn, with a
For the current product, KODOMO did not stop developing. This year, KODOMO has transformed its packaging design into the 0+ and 3+ groups to provide more modern and premium designs for children and new mothers. They will also continue to campaign for moms and children with the latest campaigns, "Win millions of years. Visit dinosaurs with KODOMO" for the children. The concept of KODOMO Kids Cinema is a new concept in children's cinema in Thailand. One of the channels is to open the world of children's learning, as well as an opportunity to enrich family activities while enhancing the development of children. This is in line with KODOMO's concept of supporting children to develop at an appropriate age. KODOMO Kids Cinema will be a part of the learning experience of Thai youth to continue to grow in quality.
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Village Cinemas:
First Sphera Premium in Athens
CinemaNext and Village Cinemas announced the successful launch of the first Sphera auditorium, a premium format cinema concept at The Mall of Athens. It boasts of an impressive 25-meter wide wall-to-wall screen and 669 custom luxury cinema seats.
CinemaNext is the Ymagis Group's business unit dedicated to exhibitor services. It is the European specialist in cinema exhibitor services. Through CinemaNext, the Group provides smart and comprehensive solutions to movie exhibitors, distributors (feature films & event cinema), producers, rights holders, cinema/TV advertising networks, broadcasters, OTT channels and video publishers. For over 20 years, Village Cinemas has become synonymous with cinema, entertainment and innovation. Today it owns 7 multiplexes in Athens and the Greek mainland. With 69 fully digitalized auditoriums around Greece (16 of which support 3D technology and - so far - 5 support Dolby Atmos), Village Cinemas steadily invests in the development of new high-quality cinema centers. It recently launched the VKids auditoriums (the first kid
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friendly auditoriums in Greece) and today owns more than 40% of the market share.
CinemaNext's new premium format cinema concept, at Village Cinemas at The Mall of Athens.
CinemaNext and the Greek exhibitor announced the successful launch of the first Sphera auditorium,
"Since the recent grand opening, the response from moviegoers, national press and social media has
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been overwhelming," explains George Christodoulou, CEO of Village Cinemas. "With Sphera, we keep our company on the cuttingedge of innovation while maximizing our revenues, with a 50% increase in average ticket price over a 7-week span. Sphera is a highly-appealing concept described in Greece by leading print and online media as 'an unprecedented viewing experience' and 'the best
existing cinema auditorium in Athens with a sense of luxury, firstclass approach and a sophistication in terms of design'." "We are thrilled with the initial results obtained with Sphera, our turnkey solution designed for small, medium and large-size cinema complexes that helps exhibitors dramatically enhance the audience experience with impressive cinematic visuals, immersive audio
and a state-of-the-art contemporary design," explains Till Cussmann, Senior Vice President, CinemaNext. "Our interactive and proprietary ambient light system has proven particularly efficient in enhancing the movie experience alongside the powerful Dolby Atmos sound and high-contrast projection systems. Based on this success, we expect to announce further Sphera cinemas in the coming months."
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The Sphera auditorium at Village Cinemas at The Mall of Athens boasts an impressive 25-meter wide wall-towall screen and 669 custom luxury cinema seats. It also includes a high contrast 4K cinema projector, an unrivalled sound system powered by Dolby Atmos with an innovative transducer subwoofer as well as a completely new acoustic wall
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structure. Additionally, it features innovative interactive ambient lighting that is fully automated and compatible with all readily available projectors and servers. Easy to use as there is no specific DCP or programming required, it can apply to all alternative contents, pre-shows, youth-oriented features or even advertising programs.
Sphera also brings programming flexibility: film, arts, gaming, events and concerts are all delivered with the sharpest picture, the deepest sound and in perfect comfort. The components combine to produce a truly immersive effect, opening new worlds for audiences with rich and varied content.
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Cinemaxx:
Maxximum Movie Experience!
Launching four new cinemas at four different locations in a span of just two months, Cinemaxx has become an ideal entertainment destination for family audiences in the vibrant island country of Indonesia.
Third Cinemaxx Location in Kalimantan PT Cinemaxx Global Pacific (Cinemaxx), a fast growing cinema network under the banner of Lippo Group, announced the inauguration of its new cinema at Citimall Ketapang, Ground Floor, Jl. Gatot Subroto, PayaKumang Village, West Kalimantan. Cinemaxx Citimall Ketapangis an ideal entertainment destination for movie lovers in Ketapang and surrounding areas. The cinema is also the third Cinemaxx location in
Kalimantan, after Cinemaxx Citimall Sampit and Cinemaxx Living Plaza Balikpapan. Cinemaxx Citimall Ketapang has 4 Regular Cinemaxx screens, which will play local and international movies in 2D and 3D digital format, with a total seating of 688 seats.
To celebrate this opening, Cinemaxx Citimall Ketapang held a series of special promotions, beginning with Nonton Favorite Movie, 99% Cashback for OVO users, from 21 to 25 February 2018. OVO is a mobile application that provides convenient transactions using OVO Cash, users collect and redeem points in participating merchants in their loyalty programs. The films screened at the opening of Cinemaxx Citimall Ketapang include fantasy movies for the whole family, Monster Hunt 2, the long-awaited romantic movie of Indonesia, Eiffel... I'm in Love 2, and the latest Marvel superhero action movie, Black Panther, which immediately earned US$ 192 million on its weekend release in the United States and Canada. June-August 2018
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To date, Cinemaxx Cinemas with a total of 197 digital-screen displays, is present in several cities in the country. Cinemaxx Citimall Ketapang is Cinemaxx's 40th cinema. Cinemaxx will open new cinemas in cities across the country to meet the needs of the movie-lovers community.
Fourth Cinemaxx in Medan Cinemaxx announced the inauguration of its new cinema at Palladium Mall, 3rd Floor, Jl. Captain Maulana Lubis no. 8, Medan 20112, North Sumatra. This latest location is present to further enliven the choice of ideal entertainment destination for movie lovers and families in Medan and surrounding areas, after the first three locations present in Medan, namely Cinemaxx Lippo Plaza Medan, Cinemaxx Sun Plaza Medan, and Cinemaxx Plaza Medan Fair. That way, now the city of Medan has had a total of 4 Cinemaxx theatres. Cinemaxx Palladium Mall has 4 Regular Cinemaxx screens, which will
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play local and international movies in digital format, with a total seating of 699 seats. To celebrate this opening, Cinemaxx Palladium Mall holds a series of special promotions, beginning with Favorite Movie Shows, 99% Cashback for OVO users, 7 to 11 February 2018 . OVO is a mobile application that provides convenient transactions using OVO Cash, also allows users to collect and redeem points in participating merchants in their loyalty programs. The films screened at the opening of Cinemaxx Palladium Mall include 24
Hours to Live action thrillers played by Ethan Hawke, Haunted Hotel Asia horror movie, and Dilan 1990, teenage romance films lifted from bestseller novels and more than 3 million audience. Cinemaxx Palladium Mall is Cinemaxx's 39th cinema.
Latest Leisure Option in Plaza Medan Fair Cinemaxx announced the inauguration of his new cinema at Plaza Medan Fair, 5th Floor, Jl. Jend.
• INSTALLS • GatotSubroto no. 30, Sekip, Medan Petisah, Medan, North Sumatra. The newest location is present to further enliven the ideal entertainment destination options for film and family lovers in Medan and its surroundings, after two firstever locations in Medan, Cinemaxx Lippo Plaza Medan and Cinemaxx Sun Plaza Medan. That way, now Medan city has a total of 3 Cinemaxx cinemas. Cinemaxx Plaza Medan Fair has 6 Cinemaxx Reguler screens, which will play local and international films in 2D and 3D digital formats, with a total seating of 1,087 seats. To celebrate this opening, Cinemaxx Plaza Medan Fair offers a special promo for OVO application users, from 26 to 30 January 2018. OVO is a mobile application that provides convenience to transact with OVO Cash, also allows users to collect and redeem points in merchants who are participating in loyalty their program. The films that were screened at the opening of Cinemaxx Plaza Medan
Fair include the cover film Maze Runner trilogy, the Maze Runner: The Death Cure; An inspirational Bollywood film lifted from a real story, Padman; Thomas & Friends' favorite family animation film: Journey Beyond Sodor; the latest horror film Indonesia, Ghost; as well as Dilan 1990, a longawaited teen drama and raised from a bestseller novel. Cinemaxx Plaza Medan Fair is the 38th Cinemaxx cinema.
Another Bioskop for Movie Lovers in Kalibata City Cinemaxx announced the inauguration of its new cinema in Kalibata City, LG Floor, Jl. Raya Kalibata No. 1, RT. 9 / RW. 4, Rawajati, Pancoran, South Jakarta, DKI Jakarta.
To celebrate this opening, Cinemaxx Kalibata City held a series of special promotions, beginning with Nonton Favorite Movie, 99% Cashback for OVO users, from 17 to 21 January 2018. OVO is a mobile application that provides convenient transactions using OVO Cash, users collect and redeem points in participating merchants in their loyalty programs. The films screened at the opening of Cinemaxx Kalibata City include the fourth film of a successful horror movie franchise, Insidious: The Last Key, and All the Money in the World, the movie by legendary director Ridley Scott winning three Golden Globe nominations. Cinemaxx Kalibata City is Cinemaxx's 37th cinema.
Cinemaxx Kalibata City comes as an ideal entertainment destination for movie and family lovers in Kalibata and surrounding areas. The cinema has 4 Regular Cinemaxx screens, which will play local and international movies in digital format, with a total seating of 250 seats.
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Taiwan’s Second Cineplex:
Best Visual & Audio Experiences Located at Shulin District in New Taipei City, Christie Xenon and RGB laser projection technologies combined with Christie Vive Audio to grace 12-hall multiplex This follows the success of Showtime Cinemas’ first “all Christie” complex in Taichung, where movie-goers have often raved on social media about the “excellent visuals and audio quality” of the auditoriums, particularly the flagship auditorium, which boasts Christie RGB laser projection in 4K resolution. Christie, a leader in creating and sharing the world’s best visual and audio experiences, is pleased to announce that Showtime Cinemas is opening its second “all Christie” Cineplex in Taiwan, featuring stateof-the-art cinema projection and immersive audio technologies. Located at Shulin District in New Taipei City, the 12-hall Shulin Showtime Cinemas is this leading cinema chain’s 10th multiplex and it is well-appointed to deliver the most exciting and lifelike cinematic experience to movie-goers. The installations are undertaken and completed by Christie’s longstanding Taiwanese partner, Dacoms Technology, with support from Showtime and Christie’s technical teams. This follows the success of Showtime Cinemas’ first “all Christie” complex in Taichung, where movie-goers have often raved on social media about the “excellent visuals and audio quality” of the auditoriums,
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particularly the flagship auditorium, which boasts Christie RGB laser projection in 4K resolution. “We keep getting feedback from our patrons saying how impressed they are with both the picture and sound quality, and this reinforces our belief
that we have made the right decision in equipping our cinemas with Christie visual and audio solutions,” said Willy Liao, General Manager, Showtime Cinemas. “Hence it was a no-brainer that our newest Cineplex in Shulin would be completely
• INSTALLS • furnished with Christie’s cinema projection and sound systems. Christie cinema projectors offer the best visuals and the unique design and amazing acoustics of Christie Vive Audio also provides unmatched surround sound for a spectacular cinematic experience.” The flagship “Super Cinema” auditorium, housing a 21-meter screen and around 300 seats, is fitted with the Christie CP42LH 3DLP 4K RGB laser projector with an enhanced wavelength diversification (EWD) configuration. It is connected via fiber optic to a laser rack housing eight laser modules that outputs multiple combinations of RGB primary color wavelengths, capable of generating 40,000 lumens of white light to offer a spectacular 3D viewing experience on silver screens. The remaining 11 halls are equipped with Christie CP2215,
Christie CP2220, and Christie CP2230 DLP digital cinema projectors that deliver superior color reproduction and brightness. All cinema halls are also fitted with line array and surround speakers from the Christie Vive Audio LA Series, S115, S215 and S218 subwoofers, as well as CDA3, CDA5 and CDA7.5 Class D amplifiers – providing a hyperaccurate audio experience and unlocks the full dynamic range of DCI digital cinema audio. Christie Vive Audio also supports leading formats such as Dolby Atmos, 7.1 and 5.1 surround sound. “As one of the leading cinema chains in Taiwan, we remain strongly committed in offering the best-inclass cinema technologies for our patrons to enjoy the finest visuals and audio. We’re confident that Christie’s highly acclaimed projection
and audio solutions are perfect for deployment in our latest cineplex in Shulin, and will enable us to draw in the crowds from Shulin District and neighboring areas,” said Liao. Emily Hong, President, Dacoms Technology, noted, “The decision by Showtime Cinemas to fully equip its latest cinema complex in Shulin with Christie cinema projectors and Vive Audio is a clear testimony of their high performance, reliability and ease of maintenance. I’m pleased that our team members have become more confident and proficient in carrying out the installation works, having gained much experience during the previous project in Taichung last year. Indeed, we are thrilled to bring one of Christie’s vaunted RGB laser projection solutions and immersive audio technologies to cinema audiences in New Taipei City.” Han Kim, Senior Director, Cinema Sales, Christie Asia Pacific, added, “We’re delighted that Showtime Cinemas has once again chosen our cinema projection and audio solutions for its newest Cineplex located in Shulin. This shows that our field-proven and robust cinema solutions, in particular RGB laser and Vive Audio, are the pinnacle of quality versus any competitive solution. We are committed to ongoing innovation to meet the changing requirements of filmmakers, production houses and exhibitors, as well as audience demands for epic cinematic experiences.”
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Alamo Drafthouse:
Tradition of Introducing the Best Promising the best contrast, the best color, the brightest screens, the Alamo Drafthouse offers a comfortable, exciting and a memorable experience for the moviegoers. Bill DiGaetano added that having Sony's 4K laser projection has allowed them the flexibility to offer different types of programming for their guests.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema locations have been widely known for introducing "firsts" to their customers, and now they get to add another to the list: the first U.S. installations of Sony's 4K laser projection systems, at the justopened Alamo Drafthouse Lake Highlands Theater in Dallas, Texas.
"After we first went 4K, customer feedback was huge" he said. The picture was so clean and so detailed. We were glad with the fact we had the latest and greatest installs as a competitive advantage, and we would always see a great spike of business in our venues because we were able to offer a film in 4K.
According to the location's owner and COO, Bill DiGaetano, rolling out the state-of-the-art projectors is right in line with the Alamo Drafthouse approach of placing the customer experience first.
When the 4K laser phosphor became available, taking the next step was obvious, due to his experience with Sony performance and reliability.
Stating how Alamo Drafthouse has always prided itself on being the best in every category, the projection systems and technology, regardless of it being 4K digital, 7.1 Dolby and now the new laser 4K have always been looked for with the atmost priority." We've never wanted to give our guests an excuse to go to another theater, so we are determined to provide the best of everything", he added. DiGaetano's first experiences with Sony projection were in 2012, when he opened his first Alamo Drafthouse location. Since then, the increased guest traffic, higher-quality presentation and improved operations have combined to more than recoup his investment and make the decision to step up to the new 4K laser models an easy one.
"What's pretty interesting about the new Sony Phosphor laser projection is that there are still four light sources, so as long as the blue doesn't blow we can still keep the movie rolling," said Jordan Michael, creative director of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema DFW. That's an amazing feature that only Sony provides. No down time. Following the opening of Alamo Drafthouse Lake Highlands, the next locations for the 4K laser systems are Denton, Texas, and Woodbury, Minnesota, over the next few months for a total of 25 laser SRX-815P models. "We always want the new hot thing in town," said Michael. We wanted to be in the 4K digital scene first, and we got to it, just in time for Avatar, which at the time was the hot new movie. We'll do whatever is needed to get the best quality for the moviegoers.
He added that having 4K projection has allowed them the flexibility to offer different types of programming for their guests. "We love being able to feature a really nice 4K restoration of a film that's 30 years old," he said, "showing it in its former glory, brighter and better but still honoring how it was created in the first place. These laser projectors allow us to give someone something old in a new way. That is definitely one of our hallmarks." "That is king for us, because the type of movie-goers we attract really care about presentation," DiGaetano said. "To be able to promise the best contrast, the best color, the brightest screens, is amazing for us. We spend a lot of time making sure our screens are bright. We are constantly taking reads, making sure we've got the right parameters, making sure everything's appealing. We believe keeping up with that quality control is critical and with these lasers, we don't even worry about it, we just know it's going to be bright and look great. It makes it even easier for us to be the best." Another anticipated benefit of laser projection is the elimination of frequent bulb replacements, which translates to significant long-term cost savings. Combined with the projectors' enhanced image quality, Alamo Drafthouse Lake Highlands is able to elevate its presentation. Photo Credit: Kathy Tran
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Seating Comfort for Saudi Arabia After being banned for decades, Saudi Arabia opened its first cinema for 35 years, showing the film Black Panther. The immediate move of the government made the exhibition industry suppliers to look into that market. Being the biggest supplier of cinema seating in Middle East region, Ferco seating was awarded the first order from Middle East's largest operator, Vox Cinemas. Cinema operator Vox Cinemas has opened the first four-screen multiplex in Saudi Arabia, at the company's new entertainment
complex in Riyadh Park, two weeks after the first public cinema screening in Saudi Arabia for 35 years.
Tim Barr CEO - Ferco Seating
With the recent announcement by the Saudi government that licences will now be issued for cinemas to operate in the Kingdom, it was a rush by operators from around the world to be the first! Since Ferco has been supplying cinema seats to many customers throughout the Middle East for over 15 years, they were ideally positioned
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In India Ferco has entered into a collaboration agreement with Pen Workers Seating Company to supply and install their seats in the Indian market. Pen Workers Seating Company is a 94 years old 4th generation seating company with 3000+ projects installed worldwide.
to act quickly and supply seats to Vox Cinemas for their first cinema in Riyadh Park recently. In 2016 Ferco opened a showroom in Dubai to allow architects, designers and endusers to easily view all the different models and finishes available. Tim Barr, the CEO of Ferco Seating, says "the seating requirements for cinemas are changing rapidly with the advent of electric recliners, dinein concept, kids screens, etc. At Ferco we pride ourselves in customising seats to meet the cinema operator's specific requirements". Ferco Seating is a member of the Kotobuki Seating group of
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THX Certification:
Redefine Entertainment!
Founded by legendary filmmaker George Lucas in 1983, THX Ltd. and its partners provide premium entertainment experiences in the cinema, in the home and on the go. Over the past thirty years, THX has expanded its certification categories beyond studios and cinemas to consumer electronics, content, and automotive systems. Today, THX continues to redefine entertainment, providing exciting new technologies and assurance of experiences which provide consumers with superior audio and visual fidelity and ensures that an artist's vision is truthfully delivered to the audience worldwide. Using industry standards and a proprietary testing methodology, THX engineers evaluate and certify the audio and visual fidelity of auditoriums so that cinemas can deliver the optimal entertainment experience. Your entertainment comes alive with THX.
Leveraging 35 years of cinema expertise, THX is the only company
that utilizes engineering expertise and a proprietary testing methodology to provide a high fidelity audio and visual entertainment experience in the best possible cinematic environment. In the competitive cinema market, THX Certified Cinema allows exhibitors to have a differentiated cinematic experience which will attract and retain customers. To help drive awareness and sales, THX continues to build the brand through public relations, advertising, promotions, social media and co-
Exhibitor Benefits THX is a globally recognized assurance of high fidelity audio and video entertainment experiences, increasing consumer willingness to pay a premium for a THX Certified Cinema experience. June-August 2018
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marketing programs that are aligned with partner objectives.
Consumer Benefits Trusted Brand A trusted brand for 35 years, THX Certified Cinemas gives consumers, the confidence that they would enjoy uncompromised audio and video fidelity in an auditorium that fully complements the cinematic experience.
Superior Experience In a market where consumers are faced with an overwhelming variety of movie formats, technologies, and screen sizes to choose from, consumers consistently recognize that THX Certified Cinemas deliver a superior cinematic experience.
Certification Process For over 35 years, THX has set the standard for the audio and visual fidelity of entertainment experiences. THX utilizes engineering expertise and a proprietary testing methodology to create auditoriums
with superior architectural design and acoustics as well as high performance audio and visual equipment.
Auditorium Review At the initiation of each project, THX engineers conduct an auditorium, equipment and site plan review free of charge. This review will identify what factors will need to be addressed in order to achieve the audio and visual fidelity needed to receive THX Certified Cinema status.
Design THX works with the exhibitor, project architects, acoustical consultants, and equipment installers to create a unique THX Certified Cinema design package with architectural and technical recommendations that
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Equipment Exhibitors select the sound and projection components from a THX Approved equipment list. As part of
THX Premium Large Format Cinema THX recently announced THX Ultimate Cinema, a branded premium cinema offering for exhibitors and moviegoers that provides a superior cinematic experience that meets all THX Certified Cinema standards. THX Ultimate Cinema will feature a dual laser projector configuration which integrates image optimization technology to deliver a 4K resolution image with increased brightness, contrast, clarity and rich brilliant colors for premium large format screens. THX Ultimate Cinema will also be equipped with immersive multidimensional sound systems, ensuring that movies remastered for this premium cinema experience truly represent the filmmaker's intent and can come alive for audiences in the auditorium.
audio and visual fidelity for each auditorium to ensure a superior cinematic experience. Exhibitors have been seeking a branded PLF partner that offers flexible implementation options. THX partners with best in class acoustic and projection companies to give exhibitors a branded and differentiated PLF with favorable economics. Additional features are also available for exhibitors to allow them to customize the THX Ultimate Cinema for their specific needs. These include luxury seating upgrades, interior décor options, atmospheric lighting packages and project management services.
"For over 35 years, THX has set the standard for the audio and visual fidelity of entertainment experiences," said Ruben Mookerjee, SVP Products and Services at THX Ltd. "The launch of the THX Ultimate Cinema is an example of our commitment to enhance the movie-going experience and we look forward to working with our exhibitor partners to bring this offering to life." THX is working with exhibitors to bring the THX Ultimate Cinema experience to market and will announce partners as installation plans are completed.
The design of the cinema will be based on THX Certified Cinema standards. THX works with the exhibitor, project architects, acoustical consultants, and equipment installers to create a unique design package with architectural and technical recommendations that address the
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THX's New Deep Note Trailer Movie-goers are no strangers to the familiar THX "Deep Note," sound at the start of films in THX Certified Cinemas. The audio logo was first developed by Dr. James 'Andy' Moorer in 1982 and debuted in theaters before Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi in 1983. Since its premiere over 30 years ago, the beloved THX Deep Note has permeated the film industry and crossed over to countless pop culture references, including The Simpsons, and has
become one of the most iconic audio logos in film history. THX is collaborating with some of the most creative minds in Hollywood to produce this high-fidelity audio and visual entertainment experience. The intention of creating this new piece is to modernize and adapt to the latest cinema audio and imaging formats while remaining faithful to the original creation. With this new Deep Note trailer, THX honors its past while looking ahead to the company's future with a new trailer that will
resonate with audiences worldwide and draw similar responses and visceral reactions from movie-goers as the previous THX trailers featuring the famous Deep Note mnemonic. The new trailer is aiming to set a cutting-edge aesthetic and will pay tribute to THX's heritage of optimizing the audio and visual fidelity of the entertainment experience in cinema. Production on the trailer started this month and will be released this summer.
the design package, THX integrates the equipment into an auditorium design that meets all THX Certified Cinema standards and delivers a superior cinematic experience.
Testing THX inspects the equipment installation to ensure optimal placement and configuration of sound and projection systems and calibrates them to THX standards using THX Approved audio spectrum analyzers and test equipment. Areas evaluated to ensure they meet the THX Certified Cinema standard are: •
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After passing the design, audio, and visual certification performance steps, the auditorium is considered a fully THX Certified Cinema. Recertification takes place on a yearly basis by a THX Certified Technician to ensure the cinema continues to meet THX Certified Cinema requirements year after year.
REVIEW
23 - 26 April 2018 Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, USA
Since taking its first step in 2011, CinemaCon has evolved and grown to become the largest and most important gathering for the worldwide motion picture theatre industry. CinemaCon is truly a global event attracting attendees from more than 80 countries. One of the Largest Cinema Trade Shows in the World From exclusive Hollywood product presentations debuting a slate of upcoming films, to must-see premiere feature screenings, to the biggest stars, producers and directors, CinemaCon, the Official Convention of The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), jumpstarted the excitement and buzz that surrounds the summer season (and beyond) at the box office. The CinemaCon is featured the largest cinema trade show in the world. It attracted all facets of the international motion picture theatre
industry-exhibition, distribution, marketing, publicity and advertising, internet and social media and of course, the theatre equipment and concessions manufacturers and dealers who will showcase the latest technological advances and innovative concession offerings at the trade show, which is run in association with partners at ICTA and NAC.
For the eighth consecutive year, Caesars Palace was the home of CinemaCon. As one of Las Vegas' leading casino hotels, the upscale surroundings of Caesars Palace offered CinemaCon delegates the very best with its beautiful conference centre, the finest hotel accommodations, world class restaurants, and the magnificent Colosseum, the state of-the-art venue that proudly allows CinemaCon to showcase all studio screenings and presentations in the ultimate theatre setting.
Highlights
TheatreWorld Magazine at the Publication Bin
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Hug Your Haters: How to Embrace Complaints and Keep Your Customers
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Presented By: Jay Barr, President, Convince and Convert
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Developing and Sustaining HighPerforming Employees
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Sony Pictures Entertainment: An exclusive Presentation Highlighting its 2018 summer and beyond
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Dolby Laboratories and Sony Pictures Entertainment Opening Night Party and Dinner Reception at Omnia Nightclub
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Event Cinema Program: What Does the Future Hold?
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"The State of the Industry" and Presentation from Walt Disney Studio Motion Pictures
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DLP Cinema Presents "A Salute to the Top Worldwide Grossing Films of 2017"
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Warner Bros. Pictures- "The Big Picture", an Exclusive Presentation of its Upcoming Slate
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An Evening with STX Films featuring a sneak Preview of their Future Films. An Industry Think Tank 3.0: Meeting the Expectations of Today's Savvy Moviegoers ICTA Seminar- Theatre Entertainment Centres: Family Fun for Profitability
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An Exclusive Presentation by Paramount Pictures Highlighting its 2018 Summer and Beyond
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NAC Seminar- Insights on Profit: Cinema Concession Analytics
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The Independent and Speciality Market: Stronger than ever
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Lionsgate: An Exclusive Presentation Highlighting its 2018 Summer and Beyond
Anna Kendrick -" Cinema Spotlight Award"
Jack Black - "Cinemacon Visionary Award"
Ryan Coogler - "Director of the Year"
Samuel L. Jackson - "CinemaCon Icon Award"
Tiffany Haddish - "Female Star of Tomorrow" Jonah Hill - "CinemaCon Vanguard Award" Felicity Jones - "Award of Excellence in Acting"
Awards Tom Cruise - "2018 Pioneer of the Year Award" Natalie Morales - EMCEE "Access Hollywood" Taron Egerton - "Action Star of the Year" Lil Rel Howery - "Breakthrough Performer of the Year"
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TheatreWorld’s Raghav at the Convention
Kate McKinnon - "Comedy Star of the Year" Benecio Del Toro - "Male Star of the Year" Dakota Johnson - "Female Star of the Year"
TRADESHOW @ CINEMACON
China Film Pavilion
Christie
Cinemeccanica
CocaCola
Dolby
Era Architects
GDC Technology
Haekness Screens
Klipsch
Moving Image Technologies
Mediamation - MX4D
NEXT
Samsung Onyx
Osram
Pepsico
QSC
Qube Cinema
Severtson Screens
Strong MDI
THX
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PREVIEW
11-14 June 2018 Barcelona, Spain
CineEurope is the longest running and the most successful European convention and trade show for major, regional, and independent cinema exhibitors. The 27th Edition of CineEurope promises to bring you another year with the very best in exclusive studio screenings and product presentations, cinematic technologies and innovations and educational seminars to keep your business on top of industry trends. You get to network with a pool of over 3,500 industry peers from distribution and exhibition to technology and concessions. Produced by The Film Expo Group, CineEurope is the official convention of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), an international trade association representing cinema exhibitors and their national associations across 36 European territories whose focus is to better promote the social, cultural and economic value of cinemas in Europe and internationally.
independent films and product presentations to make informed booking decisions; and to find the latest and best technologies, entertainment, services, comforts, and conveniences to make their theatres must-attend destinations. If you want to remain competitive and keep your audience coming back to your theatre, CineEurope is a must visit!
• Digital Camera Equipment
Visitor Profile
• Lobby Displays
• Cinema Owners/Operators
• Mobile Merchandise
• Cinema Managers
• Promotional Companies
• Cinema Marketing Executives
• Real Estate
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• Hearing Devices • Immersive Seating • Immersive Sound Systems • Interior Design • Janitorial Supplies • Kiosks • Lasers • Lighting
• Cinema Operations Executives
• Seating
• Concessions Purchasers
• Screens
• Film Buyers/Bookers
• Signage
• Film Distributors
• Social Networking
• Film Producers & Filmmakers
• Sound/Speakers/Amplifiers
• Hollywood, European and Independent Studios
• Ticketing/POS Solutions
• Marketing/Media Professionals
• Uniforms
Exhibitor Profile • 3D • Alternative Content Programs
Theatre owners and operators, and those allied to the industry, come to CineEurope each year to seek knowledge on the latest trends and issues; learn about new marketing ideas; network with industry peers; see Hollywood, international, and
• Financial Services
• Amusements/Gaming • ATMs • Beer/Wine/Spirits/Alternative Drinks • Booth/Projection Equipment • Concessions • Construction/Architecture
• Special Services
• Walls/Acoustic Panels
PREVIEW
29 July - 2 August 2018 Gold Coast, Australia With the confirmation on the change of location, 2018 AIMC will be held at Event Cinemas Pacific Fair, Broad beach, on the Gold Coast. This exciting venue gives the opportunity to host all activities of the convention under one roof - distributor product presentations and screenings; allied trade exhibition; local and international guest speaker presentations and networking functions aiming to construct a premium communication and trading platform for the cinema market and much more! Hosted by NACO (National Association of Cinema Operators), the Australian International Movie Convention is Australia's largest movie convention, bringing together key international and Australian cinema industry professionals Film Distributors, Cinema Exhibitors, Production personnel and Allied Trade suppliers - for four days under one roof. Delegates have the opportunity to: network with leading industry decision-makers; be the first in Australia to preview exclusive product presentations from the major Hollywood studios and independent distributors; attend Film Premieres and Advance Screenings; learn from interesting Keynote Speakers and Guest Presenters and gain insights into the latest cinema products, innovations and trends The convention on the whole is a unique event which offers something for everyone who works in the movie industry from production through the
exhibition. There is no better place than the AIMC to learn about new challenges and opportunities in our industry; understand how changing technologies are affecting our business and to present a united voice that will ensure our industry will continue to prosper. I urge you to participate in this year's event so we can all work together to meet the challenges of the future. With three luxurious Gold Class Cinemas, a state-of-the-art VMax Cinema with 22-metre digital screen and stadium-style seating (all supported by Dolby Atmos) plus eight traditional cinemas, Event Cinemas Pacific Fair provides technical benefits and comfortable seating.
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Leisure activities such as Golf at Lakelands, a Welcome Function & Australian film preview
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The Official Opening, Keynote Speaker, an opportunity to meet the Distributors, Distributor Presentations/ Screenings & AIDA Dinner & Awards
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Guest Speaker/s, Distributor Presentations/Screenings
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Guest Speaker/s, Distributor Presentations/Screenings, Gala Wrap Function including Box Office & Industry Achievement Awards
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Independents Day: three screenings from independent distributors and sessions tailored to the independent exhibitor.
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And finally the AIMC 2018 Gala Wrap Function will be held at MovieWorld.
Highlights Event Cinemas Pacific Fair has a generous foyer space which will perfectly house the Trade Show. For the duration of AIMC 2018, the entire cinema and all its facilities will be available to us exclusively - it will be closed off from the public. This year, we are expecting to accommodate over 25 Trade Show Exhibitors, who will have the advantage of showcasing their products and services where they are intended to be used.
The AIMC serves that competitive high-stakes market. Giving cinema owners from all over the world the opportunity to experience the latest and most important advances in the world of theatre equipment and concession products, AIMC offers one of the largest platform geared specifically for the cinema market. It is here that the decision making cinema owners and executives walk the aisles, keeping an eye out for new equipment, products and services that will help make theirs the "go-to" theatres.
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28 - 29 August 2018 Sahara Star, Mumbai, India Third Edition Of Big Cine Expo, Being Held On 28-29 August 2018 In Mumbai, India, Is The Only Convention & Trade Show For The Single-screen, Multiplex, Malls And Theatrical Distribution Industry In Asia And India.
Launched three years ago to great success, Big Cine Expo will return in 2018 in its new location at the Sahara Star in Mumbai, India. Big Cine Expo is the only cinema exhibition convention and trade show specifically for the burgeoning cinema exhibition market in Asia and India. The two-day event consists of product displays, product demos, product presentations, studio presentations, seminars, panel discussions, awards program, special events, film screenings, networking, B-2-B meetings, a trade show, and more.
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WHY INDIA? India is one of the world's fastest emerging economies, with the entertainment sector playing a dominant role. The Indian cinema industry is second only to Hollywood in size, with South India being the top market with the highest number of cinema screens and movie releases. In 2017, India produced over 1,200 movies, the highest number in the world. Due to the fast growth of the India Cinema Exhibition market, there is a huge appetite for technical know-
how and equipment. Big Cine Expo offers the opportunity for North American, European, and Asian manufacturers and suppliers to present their products and services as well as to share their industry knowledge. Mumbai is well renowned as the entertainment, financial, and commercial hub in India, with Sahara Star offering one of the best infrastructures to showcase products, and its Sapphire Hall is India's largest pillar-less hall inside a 5-star space.
VISITOR PROFILE
EXHIBITOR PROFILE
Cinema Theatre Owners, Top Theatre Management, Theatre Managers, Theatre Technicians, Architects, Cinema Interior Designers, Projectionists, Sound Specialists, Acoustical Consultants, Theatre Consultants, AV In-stallers, Cinema Consultants, Mall Operators, Top Studio Operators, and Cinema Theatre Contractors.
Screens, 3D Systems, 3D Glasses, 4D Systems, Digital Cinema, E-Cinema, Projectors, Speakers, Security Systems, Amplifiers, Processors, Servers, Seating, Lighting, Signage, TMS, Acoustics, Carpet, Concessions, In-Theatre Dining, Box-office, Lamps, Architecture, Amusement, Gaming, Immersive Seating, Ticketing, Kiosks, Mobile Payment, Cables, Popcorn, Merchandise, HVAC, Real Estate, Interior Designing, Automation, andFranchising.
EVENT CALENDER
2018 11-14 JUNE CINEEUROPE BARCELONA, SPAIN www.cineeurope.net
29 JUL - 2 AUG AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL MOVIE CONVENTION GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA www.movieconvention.com.au
28-29 AUGUST BIG CINE EXPO MUMBAI, INDIA www.bigcineexpo.com
18-21 SEPTEMBER KINO EXPO ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA www.kinoexpo.ru
2-5 OCTOBER EXPOCINE SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL www.expocine.com.br
22-25 OCTOBER SHOWEAST FLORIDA, USA www.showeast.com
BIG CINE EXPO AWARDS Big Cine Expo Awards is the most prestigious award among the cinema exhibition ecosystem covering all aspects of cinema exhibition. The awardee is been selected by a polling and TheatreWorld jury. Here is the list of awards •
India's Top Multiplex Chain of the Year
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Best Multiplex Theatre of the Year
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Best Single-Screen Theatre of the Year
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Best Adapted Single-Screen to Multiplex Cinema
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Innovative Technology of the Year
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Best Technology Adopter of the Year
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Most trusted Brand of the Year
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Special Achievement Award
10-13 DECEMBER CINEASIA HONG KONG www.cineasia.com
2019 MARCH FICCI FRAMES MUMBAI, INDIA www.ficci-frames.com
APRIL CHINA THEATER & CINEMA GUANGZHOU, CHINA www.gtcff.com
1-4 APRIL Big Cine Expo 2017 Award Winners
CINEMACON LAS VEGAS, USA www.cinemacon.com
*all pictures used in this preview is from Big Cine Expo 2017
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R E L E A S E S
A glimpse of movies coming soon… Ocean’s 8
Ant-Man and The Wasp Production Warner Bros.
Production Walt Disney
Director Gary Ross
Director Peyton Reed
Starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett
Starring Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly
Genre Action, Adventure
Genre Action, Adventure
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Bleeding Steel
Production Universal Pictures
Production Lionsgate Premiere
Director J.A. Bayona
Director Leo Zhang
Starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard,
Starring Jackie Chan, Lo Show
Genre Thriller, Action
Genre Thriller, Action
Uncle Drew
Skyscraper Production Summit Entertain
Production Universal Pictures
Director Charles Stone III
Director Rawson M Thurber
Starring Kyrie Irving, LilRel Howery
Starring Dwayne Johnson, Neve Campbell
Genre Comedy, Sports
Genre Thriller, Action
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F U T U R E Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
Production STXfilms
Director Ol Parker
Director Peter Berg
Starring Meryl Streep, Julie Waters
Starring Mark Wahlberg, Lauren Cohan
Genre Musical
Genre Action
The Spy Who Dumped Me Production Summit Entertain
Production Lionsgate
Director Carlos Lopez
Director Susanna Fogel
Starring Daveed Diggs, Rafael Casal
Starring Mila Kunis, Kate McKinnon
Genre Drama, Comedy
Genre Comedy, Action
Mission: Impossible – Fallout
The Darkest Minds
Production Paramount Pictures
Production 20th Century Fox
Director Christopher
Director Jennifer Y Nelson
Starring Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill
Starring Amandla Stenberg, Mandy Moore
Genre Action, Adventure
Genre Action, Sci-Fi
Disney's Christopher Robin
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Mile 22
Production Universal Pictures
Blindspotting
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Never Goin' Back
Production Walt Disney
Production A24
Director Marc Forster
Director Augustine Frizzell
Starring Ewan McGregor, Hayley Atwell
Starring Camila Morrone, Maia Mitchell
Genre Family
Genre Comedy
F U T U R E
R E L E A S E S Crazy Rich Asians
The Meg Production Warner Bros.
Production Warner Bros.
Director Jon Turteltaub
Director Jon M. Chu
Starring Jason Statham, Li Bingbing
Starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding
Genre Thriller, Action
Genre Comedy, Romance
BlacKkKlansman
Alpha
Production Focus Features
Production Columbia Pictures
Director Spike Lee
Director Albert Hughes
Starring John David, Adam Driver
Starring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Leonor Varela
Genre Drama
Genre Drama, Action
The Happytime Murders
Papillon
Production STXfilms
Production Bleecker Street
Director Brian Henson
Director Michael Noer
Starring Melissa McCarthy, Maya Rudolph
Starring Charlie Hunnam, Rami Malek
Genre Comedy, Action
Genre Drama
Down a Dark Hall
Slender Man
Production Lionsgate
Production Screen Gems
Director Rodrigo Cortes
Director Sylvain White
Starring AnnaSophia Robb, Isabelle Fuhrman
Starring Joey King, Julia Goldani-Telles
Genre Thriller
Genre Thriller, Suspense
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R E L E A S E S Dhadak Production Dharma Productions
Production Global Road Ent. Director Oliver Daly
Director Shashank Khaitan
Starring Alex Neustaedter, Becky G
Starring Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter
Genre Adventure, Family
Kin
Genre Drama,Romance
Gold Production Summit Entertain
Production Excel Entertainment
Director Jonathan Baker
Director Reema Kagti
Starring Myles Truitt, Jack Reynor
Starring Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy
Genre Action, Sci-Fi
Genre Drama, Period, Sports
Manikarnika The Queen of Jhansi
Race 3 Production Tips Music Films
Production Zee Studios
Director Remo DSouza
Director Krish
Starring Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez
Starring Kangana Ranaut, Rajkummar Rao Genre Drama, History
Genre Action, Drama
Sanju
Kaala Production Rajkumar Hirani
Production Wunderbar Films
Director Rajkumar Hirani
Director Pa. Ranjith
Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Dia Mirza
Starring Rajinikanth, Nana Patekar, Huma Qureshi
Genre Biographical
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Genre Drama, Action