TheatreWorld ::: June-August 2023

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Must say the year has had a good start with the CinemaCon and Cine Europe doing the buzz for the industry. LOTS and LOTS of collaborations to creating ‘Life-Like’ experiences even better for its patrons. I had a blast at the CinemaCon this April and should one know the event was a marvel in itself. Starting off with our very own Mr Ajay Bijli, Chairman & Managing Director, PVR INOX opening the International Day at the mega event; only to become the ‘Very First Indian Cinema Exhibition Industry Official’ to be invited to deliver the Keynote Speech in CinemaCon’s 11-year history. Cine Europe has also been quite a fruitful event being Catering-Much to all the exhibitors and integrators around the globe. While our exhibitors in the world at large are still on the wait for new projectors to be presented with a buy, the LED segments seem to have created a boom. Consumers have grown used to high-resolution, high-quality images on their large-format televisions and the immersion of virtual reality, expectations have risen for movie visuals as well. While LED screens require movie theatres to invest in new display installations, they seem to grit away the presence of a projection booth; enabling cinemas to expand seating areas thereby generating more revenue, compensating for the cost of the technology upgrade. LED screens are also more energy efficient to operate than projectors, lowering electricity expenses. With theatres investing hundreds of thousands in the latest LED displays, and customers paying an average of $9-15 per movie ticket in the U.S., ensuring a flawless viewing experience is important. The initial LED screen installations were featured at theatres in Asia (e.g., Korea, China, India) and have since expanded to other locations worldwide, from Australia to Switzerland. Display makers Samsung, LG, Sony, Unilumin, Barco and others are entering the product category. Industry analysts are predicting that one in eight mainstream movie theatre screens globally will be converted to LED digital format by the end of 2023, with North America expected to become the largest market.

So goes for the SOUND! There seems to be a huge market growing in for Open-Source Audio. Many immersive audio systems making noise. Brands like DTS-X, Q- SYS etc. that have already been in the industry books for a pretty good time – and now coming up with something much better!

BIG CINE EXPO (BCE) is here again!!! The world’s second largest international tradeshow and convention is all set to roll out its 6th edition! And this year too at the Chennai Trade Centre in Chennai, India held on 8-9 August 2023. The mega event promises to be yet another interactive platform that assures value to Single-Screen Cinemas, Multiplexs, B2B stakeholders of cinema and entertainment once again.

Big Cine Expo is the only cinema exhibition convention and trade show specifically for the burgeoning cinema exhibition market in Asia and India providing a platform for discovery, collaboration, and networking for cinema exhibition industry in India. The 2-day event comprises of various product displays, product demos, product presentations, studio presentations, seminars, panel discussions, awards program, special events, film screenings, networking, B2B meetings, a trade show, and much more in store! So do join in to be a part of the two-day grand convention and trade show to experience and gain the latest updates spiralling in the cinema exhibition market.

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This issue of TW has two sets of page numbers - International pages TW-1 to TW-48 for TW, and India pages TM-1 to TM-38 for TM TM is inserted between pages TW-42 and TW-43 of TW

TW-8

SPECIAL STORY

TW-23 Cinestar Prishtina: Largest Megaplex in Southeast Europe

INSTALLS

TW-25 Cinema City Elblag: An Enigmatic Architectural Wonder

TW-27 LOOK Cinemas: Giving Brookhaven an Immersive Experience

TW-30 Trondheim Kino: First Boutique Cinema in Norway

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TW-37Review -

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TM-14 Cinemark Taj: Osmanabad’s Modern Cinematic Revival

TM-22 Miraj Cinemas: Sets Another Milestone

TM-26 NY Cinemas: Entering the Gateway to the Northeast

TM-30 PVR INOX: Enhancing Cinematic Experiences

TM-34 Roongta Cinemas: Redefining Luxury Moviegoing Experience in Surat

TM-36 Gopuram Cinemas: A Contemporising Effort

SPECIAL FEATURE

Cinemark: World's Most Influential Cinema

Prytania Theatre: The Aural Experience at One-of-aKind New Orleans Theatre

Prasads: An Emotion to Millions in Hyderabad

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Golden Village & The Projector Join Hands for New Experiences in Cineleisure

Golden Village and The Projector are coming together to offer a unique experience for Singapore's film buffs. The two leaders of Singapore's movie industry are collaborating on a new entertainment experience that will offer the best of both worlds: blockbusters and mainstream hits that moviegoers have come to expect from Golden Village and the rich selection of international film festivals, live events and alternative films that fans of The Projector have come to love. The new venue will be called Golden Village x The Projector at Cineleisure (GVxTP) and is set to launch in December. It aims to be a new destination for the discovery of film, arts and culture in Singapore. Located in the bustling youth-centric hub of Somerset, GVxTP will honour the heritage of the mall while providing an accessible space for youth, creatives and film buffs. Envisioned as a co-sharing of space by two best-in-class operators of their respective domains, GVxTP will not only be a place to celebrate movies, but also a space for people to be immersed in rich cultural experiences such as live music sessions, art showcases or fun interactive screenings. Apart from these curated events, the space will also be available for private bookings for corporates or individuals looking for an alternative vibe in the heart of Orchard Road. Both Golden Village and The Projector are excited to enhance the experiences of both their audiences. Said Clara Cheo, Chief Executive Officer of Golden Village: "This partnership with The Projector is truly a next step forward for the entertainment scene in Singapore, bringing together two best-in-class

operators of Singapore's movie industry to offer a first-of-its-kind experience. Audiences are looking for holistic activities that are able to elevate their movie-going experience. This collaboration will allow fans of film, art and culture to experience a myriad of activities, be it movies, music, performances or just simply having a drink or meal at our cafe."

"The collaboration epitomises our brand promise of delivering 'More than just a Movie'." Said Karen Tan, co-founder of The Projector: "Over the years, we have redefined what a cinema can offer: an expanded repertoire of film, art, culture and events. It is exciting to come together with Golden Village as it provides an opportunity to offer our experiences to a broader audience. This collaboration that leverages both our strengths will be a win-win for cinema lovers while remaining true to our independent spirit, offering a personalised and authentic experience for our audiences." While this collaboration is not a joint venture, acquisition or merger and the brands remain distinct, GVxTP combines the strengths of both operators: three Golden Village branded halls will screen blockbuster movies that appeal to a broader base, while the other three halls - branded by The

Projector - will offer a diverse range of thought-provoking films that include independent, arthouse, foreign films, cult classics, documentaries that pull in a more niche crowd. Wynk Collaboratives, known for designing the interior architecture for many of Singapore's best-known bars and retail brands, has been appointed to redesign the common spaces to enable the range of programming planned. Golden Village is set to welcome movie buffs with a bumper number of blockbusters. Slated for release are the high-anticipated Wonka, Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom and the untitled Ghostbusters sequel.

With almost a decade of being a cornerstone in Singapore's arts and culture scene, The Projector will also continue to collaborate with independent arts and music collectives and bring to the fore their exciting and growing slate of non-film content, including music, comedy, panels, festivals, art exhibitions and popup markets. The on-ground operations will also be managed by The Projector which includes destination dining and drinks at the cafe and bar.

"We are excited to meet new audiences and grow our community. With this new space, we continue our commitment to provide an alternative and accessible cultural space for healthy dialogue that broadens perspectives, raises social awareness and effects social change through film, art, food, and events," says Tan. In the run up to the official opening at the end of 2023.

Cinionic Drives Cinematic Revolution, Five Years as Leaders in Laser Projection

Cinionic, a Barco company and global leader in laser cinema technology, celebrates its fifth anniversary and milestone in its ongoing mission to advance the theatrical experience worldwide. The footprint for Laser Projection by Cinionic has accelerated in recent years with major theatre circuits including AMC, National Amusements, Cinepolis, Cineplex, Cinemark, and B&B Theatres, among many others, announcing plans for large-scale upgrades to laser. Today, over 35,000 screens across 25 countries and counting are powered by Laser Projection by Cinionic as the demand for the next generation of cinema technology increases around the world. Driving rapid growth for Cinionic is a series of preferred partnerships that includes three of the top four theatre chains in

North America: AMC, Cinemark, and Cineplex. In the past year, Cinionic announced that Japan's TOHO Cinemas, India's PVR INOX Cinemas, CJ4Dplex's SCREENX, Major Cineplex Thailand, and Malco Theatres joined long-time partners such as Cinemark, Kinepolis, and Santikos in making the switch to laser projection.

Cinionic made history as the first to offer an all-laser portfolio, pointing to the technology's increased operational efficiency, better onscreen performance, and reduced environmental impact over its xenon predecessors. Since then, the company has fulfilled its promise of a laser for every screen, introducing new models of both its award-winning Barco Series 4 family of projectors and innovative Laser Light Upgrades.

The breakthrough Laser Light Upgrades solution, which enables cinemas to retrofit legacy Series 2 xenon projectors with laser, has gained traction as a sustainable option for theatres looking to upgrade their cinemas without the cost of a full equipment overhaul. In 2023, Cinionic broke a record with commitments for over 3,000 Laser Light Upgrade solutions from theatres around the world.

The union of sustainability and enhanced experiences is a significant draw for Cinionic's growing list of laser customers. Laser Projection by Cinionic delivers exceptional images onscreen through improved resourceefficiency and minimised carbon footprint, providing cinema experiences that are better for moviegoers, theatre operators, and the environment.

AMC Launches Entertainment Visa Card; Moviegoers to Earn Rewards Faster

The AMC Entertainment Visa Cardthe only credit card of its kind in the U.S. theatrical exhibition industryoffers cardholders the opportunity to earn additional AMC Stubs rewards points when they use their AMC Entertainment Visa Card at the movies and on everyday purchases.

Cardholders also earn 20 AMC Stubs points per USD1 spent on dining, groceries, and gas; and 10 AMC Stubs points per USD1 spent on all other purchases*

AMC Stubs Members Can Easily Convert their Points into AMC Stubs Rewards

AMC Theatres, the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, announced it has officially launched the AMC Entertainment Visa Card. AMC Stubs members can now apply for the AMC Entertainment Visa Card to earn accelerated AMC Stubs points on all their purchases at approximately 600 AMC Theatres across the country, on groceries and gas, and all other purchases using the card. In partnership with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, and Deserve, an innovative credit card technology platform, the AMC Entertainment Visa Card is the only co-branded movie theatre credit card in the United States. The AMC Entertainment Visa Card is also the only credit card that earns in-theatre rewards wherever it's used. The AMC Stubs points that cardholders earn with every purchase is in addition to AMC Stubs points already earned at AMC Theatres as an AMC Stubs Insider, Premiere or A-List Member.

AMC Entertainment Visa Card users earn 50 AMC Stubs points per USD1 spent at AMC Theatres and on the AMC app and website. Cardholders also earn 20 AMC Stubs points per USD1 spent on dining, groceries, and gas; and 10 AMC Stubs points per USD1 spent on all other purchases. For every 5,000 AMC Stubs points earned, AMC Stubs members can earn USD 5 AMC Stubs rewards, which can be used on all concession items like popcorn, Coca-Cola products, and AMC Dine-In & Feature Fare menu items. Additionally, AMC Stubs A-List and Premiere members can use their AMC Stubs rewards for free or discounted movie tickets, including for the latest blockbusters in premium formats like Dolby Cinema at AMC, IMAX at AMC, PRIME at AMC and Laser at AMC.

AMC Summer Movie Camp Features New Movie Available Each Week

AMC Theatres, the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, announced that its popular long-time family summer movie program, AMC Summer Movie Camp, is returning to theatres for the first time since 2019. Through AMC Summer Movie Camp, moviegoers

can enjoy recent and classic family titles for USD 3 plus tax on Wednesdays and USD 5 plus tax on Saturdays throughout the summer. AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp returns this summer with tickets as low as USD 3 plus tax at participating AMC locations. AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp returns this summer with tickets as low as USD 3 plus tax at participating AMC locations. AMC Summer Movie Camp is available at approximately 400 AMC locations throughout the United States, including every AMC CLASSIC location in the circuit. The program began in May and runs through all of August. Fourteen titles will rotate through the program this summer, including recent hits like Puss In Boots: The Last Wish, franchise titles with a new release coming soon like Kung Fu Panda and Trolls World Tour, and beloved classic titles like The Land Before Time. "For generations of moviegoers and families, the warm summer months meant daytime trips to the movie theatre. AMC Summer Movie Camp was designed with that feeling in mind, when school is out and there's free time for fun," said Elizabeth Frank, EVP, Worldwide Programming & Chief Content Officer, AMC. "Through the return of this exciting program, moviegoers of any age can enjoy a popular film on the big screen, at a value that ensures that it's accessible to everyone, and groups of all sizes." For more information about AMC Summer Movie Camp and to purchase tickets to upcoming titles, guests can visit their local theatre.

Christie to Showcase Latest Innovation for Exhibitors at CineEurope

Christie presented its latest industryleading cinema solutions from across its broad portfolio at CineEurope, June 19-22, at CCIB Barcelona. At booth #301 and meeting room #134, Christie will showcased its latest innovations in media playback systems and theatre management utilities, and CineEurope debuts of the Christie CP4420-RGB and CP4455-RGB pure laser cinema projection solutions. "From the latest projection technologies to our economical and proven Xenon products, Vive Audio, service options, and more, we deliver the best performing, most reliable solutions," says Adil Zerouali, senior sales director, Cinema EMEA, Christie. "We look forward to meeting with partners old and new at CineEurope. With more than 60 years in the cinema business, we strive to deliver the Christie 'edge' to exhibitors by providing solutions that are economical, energy-efficient, easy to use, and excel in performance."

Christie's RGB pure laser projection line-up is the widest range of environmentally responsible projectors on the market, with best-in-class lumen-to-watt efficiency, low CO2 emissions, washable filters, and hundreds of projector and lens combinations. The Christie CP4420RGB provides an advanced, yet affordable high-performance projection solution for medium-sized auditoriums, while the CP4455-RGB is ideal for large-format screens up to 114 feet. Both models are DCIcompliant, feature Real|Laser illumination technology, and excel in image quality, operational lifetime, and onscreen brightness. The tried-andtrue Xenon illuminated projection solutions have graced many theatres over the years, screening some of the most well-known films of our generation. Delivering outstanding value and flawless performance with

low TCO, Xenon projection is used widely in cinema theatres and events around the world including the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Christie manufactures the only Xenon projector capable of displaying 4K content up to 120fps. Christie's Xenolite Ultimate Performance lamps now offer longer-lasting brightness as part of an economical package. The new Christie media block for the Christie CineLife+ Series 4 pure laser and CineLife+ Xe cinema projectors is also compatible with all major brands of Theatre Management Systems (TMS). This budget-friendly yet premium solution enables playback of 4K resolution up to 96fps, allowing content such as Avatar: The Way of the Water to be played as the director intended in 4K at 48 fps-per-eye in 3D. In addition, the IMB-S4 is integrated with the intuitive CineLife+ web user interface for a seamless IMB experience and comes with 1.8TB of onboard SSD storage that can be expanded.

Command Station is launching at CineEurope as a new application to Cinergy, an advanced remote monitoring and management software platform for both Christie and nonChristie equipment. Cinergy provides exhibitors and service providers with robust tools to monitor system health and track assets, automate key delivery, and drive informed decisionmaking with comprehensive reporting. The new Command Station application allows theatre managers

to perform booth operations and control equipment from anywhere in their theatre. Subscribers can start and stop playlists, adjust lighting, audio, and more - quickly and effortlessly, all from a tablet.

Power with CINITY for PLF Theatres

Christie is proud to enable CINITY Cinema System presentations once again to be showcased at CineEurope. For exhibitors looking for the ultimate premium large format (PLF) experience, drop by Christie booth #301 for an invitation to an exclusive peek at what this system can achieve. The system offers a creative blend of 4K, 3D, high brightness, high frame rate, enhanced contrast, and wide colour gamut display capabilities, paired with immersive sound. Christie provides highperformance digital projection technology and services to CINITY Cinema Systems as a CINITY projection system partner and authorised reseller.

GDC: Delegates to Hear More on New DTS Surround @ Live Demos

GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, recently announced their showcase on eight new products at CineEurope 2023, the official convention of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), an international trade association representing cinema exhibitors and their national associations across 39 European territories.

GDC will showcase a complete product line of SR Series media servers, including SR-1000 IMB with the audio capability of rendering up to 32-channels of DTS:X for IAB immersive audio that supports

SMPTE's ST 2098-2 immersive audio bitstream (IAB) standard. Additionally, two types of FAST media servers will be displayed including the SR-5400C IMB, which can play 4K 3D at 96 frames per second in 3D; and the SRC-7500 media player, designed for the Unilumin LED cinema screen and can also support 4K at 96 frames per second (fps) in 3D.

On this note, GDC would be introducing seven new products, including:

1.AIB-3000 Audio Interface Box is designed for media blocks with built-in cinema audio processor or operates independently as a DTS Surround cinema audio processor with a software license

2.AE-6703 AES67/AES3 32x32channel bidirectional converter bridges the Worlds of AES3 & AES67

3Espedeo DAC Series digital-toanalog audio converter is available in five models 8/12/16/24 and 32channel DAC.

4.PSD-4000-SSD portable storage is available in three RAID storage options 3TB, 4TB, and 6TB SSD.

5.DIVE Dynamic Lighting System is a programmable custom light show to highlight the auditorium configuration and match the preshow content

6.SATO Series high-performance cinema speakers

7.Two fader control devices (FC1000 and FR-1000) designed for SR-1000 built-in cinema audio processor

Additionally, GDC showcased recent developments to enhance its enterprise software solutions:

-Cinema Automation CA2.0

-TMS-2000 Theatre Management System and TmsAware App

-CMS-3000 Web-based Central Management System

-NOC-3000 Network Operations Centre

EVO Entertainment Group Selects GDC's Circuit Wide

GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced a strategic relationship with EVO Entertainment Group (EVO) to advance the implementation of its digital transformation strategy related to improving the guest experience by deploying the GDC's cinema enterprise software, including TMS Theatre Management System, CMS Central Management Enterprise Software and NOC Network Operation Centre. The 'Suite Package' five-year agreement will ensure fully automated workflow while reducing costs associated with booth operations and includes installing TMS-2000 at all EVO Entertainment Group's current and future sites across their family of brands, which includes EVO Entertainment, EVO Cinemas, Times Square Grand Slam and ShowBiz Cinemas. The CMS3000 Web-based Central Management Enterprise Software will be installed at EVO's Data Centre in Plano, Texas. The Network Operations Centre software will be deployed at the end of the year.

•TMS Theatre Management System Enterprise Software is your comprehensive solution to manage movie content, digital

cinema equipment, and more, across the multiplex from a central location.

•NOC Network Operations Centre Enterprise Software is a comprehensive remote management solution for monitoring and maintaining digital cinema devices across an entire cinema circuit from its headquarters.

•CMS Central Management Enterprise Software is a comprehensive web-based solution to manage screenings across an entire cinema circuit from its headquarters.

"Our enterprise software was developed from our over 20-year knowledge of digital cinema and constant working with our industry partners, such as EVO Entertainment," said Annie Wang, president of GDC Technology USA LLC. "The deployment of our entire suite will provide them with technology ahead of its time, solving operational issues with automation designed for today's and tomorrow's digital cinema world." The Austinbased EVO Entertainment Group was founded in 2014 by CEO Mitch Roberts with the vision of reinventing

and enhancing the moviegoing experience and has since evolved into creating differentiated entertainment destinations and experiences that encompass movie theatres, bowling, high-tech arcades, dining, and unique attractions. The company is driving the evolution of entertainment as the nation's leading and largest operator of cinema entertainment centers and continues to look for ways to enhance the guest experience. "EVO is committed to providing our guests with an elevated entertainment experience," said Darren Little, Director of Presentation at EVO Entertainment Group. "We rely on our vendor partners, such as GDC to provide innovative technologies to deliver differentiated entertainment experiences in the communities we serve. GDC's enterprise software was selected for its user-friendly user interface and US-based support team's reputation for providing outstanding technical and customer services, along with the ease of operation and labour-savings."

Major Cineplex Teams with Cinionic for Upgrade to Laser Projection

Cinionic, the leader in laser cinema, and Major Cineplex, the largest exhibitor in Thailand, announce a new initiative to bring Laser Projection by Cinionic to over 200 screens in Thailand and Cambodia. The project leverages Cinionic's innovative Laser Light Upgrade solution to bring elevated movie presentation to audiences, while reducing the energy consumption and carbon footprint of Major Cineplex's theatres. The deal marks the latest evolution in a decadelong partnership between Major Cineplex and Cinionic, through founder Barco. With Laser Light Upgrades, Major Cineplex is

extending the lifetime of its legacy Barco projection fleet through the addition of new laser technology to deliver the brilliant movie presentation that today's audiences seek. It's a sustainable solution to theatre operations and will mean a greener, upgraded experience for moviegoers in Thailand.

"What we try to do is to create the best cinematic experience for our customers with crisp, realistic, bright images," says Vicha Poolvaraluk, CEO, Major Cineplex, "We're implementing the Green Cinema concept for sustainability of environmental protection by saving energy and reducing the use of consumables at the same time. Installing Cinionic's laser projection system can answer both of our questions. I believe that customers will have a better movie experience and create a new standard for cinema. This enhanced experience will play a part in attracting audiences back to the cinema by providing an experience that they cannot find at home."

The footprint for Laser Projection by Cinionic is growing rapidly as theatres look for new ways to deliver unparalleled cinema experiences. Laser delivers bright, high-quality images with vibrant colours and crisp, clear pictures on screen. Laser Light Upgrades are the fastest, most sustainable way to laser, with retrofit

installs completed in less than a day. All laser solutions from Cinionic offer reduced energy consumption and elimination of consumables for a more environmentally friendly cinema business. "Exhibitors like Major Cineplex are responding to the expectations from audiences for better, brighter movie presentation," says Wim Buyens, CEO, Cinionic. "By moving to Laser Projection by Cinionic, Major Cineplex joins theaters around the world in setting a new standard for cinema that will continue to 'wow' moviegoers for years to come. We are proud to continue our partnership with them and support their work in delivering a more efficient, sustainable future for entertainment in Thailand." The Major Cineplex laser renewal project is currently underway and expected to be completed later this year.

LOOK Dine-In Selects GDC for Its New Flagship Manhattan Site

GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced that LOOK Dine-In Cinemas (LOOK) selected SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block with built-in DTS:X for IAB (Immersive Audio

Bitstream) decoder to deliver the highest quality audio experience possible. The new LOOK is located at 625 West 57th Street in the iconic Bjarke Ingels'-designed VIA 57 WEST. This will be LOOK's first New York City location and serves as the company's flagship theatre. LOOK renovated the theatre from its predecessor by installing laser projection and GDC featuring DTS:X premium immersive sound technology, plus LOOK will feature a dine-in chefinspired menu and craft beverage selections, which can be ordered from the reclining seats.

In addition to the SR-1000 media servers, LOOK installed GDC's latest first-to-market innovation, the AE-6703, AES67 / AES3 32 plus 32-channel Bidirectional Converter. The AE-6703 is a GDC exclusive audio solution that bridges the worlds between AES3 and AES67, which was launched at the recent CinemaCon 2023. In addition, LOOK installed the award-winning Cinema Automation CA2.0 built around the SCL Series Centralised Storage Playback Solution which integrates TMS-2000 to manage content delivery to the projectors with livestreaming technology. The auditoriums are also equipped with A/V systems to host special events, like film festivals and Q-and-A sessions with filmmakers. LOOK has eight auditoriums, ranging in size from 20 seats to 150 seats. Each one with wall-to-wall screens for a vibrant viewing experience. Two of the eight auditoriums are designed to take the moviegoing experience to the next level. The PX (Premium Experience) screening rooms feature DTS:X, which is quick and efficient to install, and offers a cost-effective premium immersive audio solution by adding additional speakers on the ceilings, making for a 3D sound experience for movie buffs.

"Providing an extraordinary cinematic audio experience to moviegoing

audiences is our passion," said Loren Nielsen, vice president, content & strategy of Xperi, the parent company of DTS, Inc. "It's all about delivering the audio track exactly the way the filmmaker intended it to be heard - and that is what DTS:X does." "DTS:X for IAB ensures LOOK's guests will be able to experience a realistic, rich audio experience, said Tony Adamson, senior vice president strategic planning for GDC Technology. "With GDC audio solutions and automation technology, LOOK Cinemas will be able to reinforce the company's reputation for innovation, vision and delivering the best possible moviegoing experience."

"LOOK is honoured to open its flagship New York City location at 57 WEST. GDC is a dream partner with a deep passion for improving the moviegoing experience," said Brian Schultz, CEO of LOOK Cinemas. "LOOK believes in the power of cinemas as a force for good, to bring communities together through its showmanship, luxury dine-in experience, diverse content and support of the creative community. We chose GDC audio solutions for our flagship to greatly enhance the listening experience that moviegoers in New York deserve."

B&B Theatres Selects GDC at Its Latest Missouri Property, USA

Fifth Largest US Motion Picture Exhibition Company Selects GDC's

Ultra-reliable Media Server and Latest Audio Solutions for the Renovated Creve Coeur West Olive 10 Theatres in St. Louis. GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced that B&B Theatres (B&B) selected the SR1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block with CineCache and built-in cinema audio processor for 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound for the Creve Coeur West Olive 10 luxury entertainment centre. Nine of the auditoriums will offer moviegoers surround sound and B&B's signature premium large format auditorium, Grand Screen with ScreenX, will offer guests the ultimate audio experience featuring DTS:X for IAB immersive sound. In addition, B&B will install GDC's latest audio solutions launched at CinemaCon 2023, including AE-6703 AES67/AES3 32x32-channel bidirectional converter and Espedeo DAC Series Digital-toAnalog Audio Converter (DAC-2816 and DAC-2832).

B&B Theatres is a family-owned exhibition company headquartered in Liberty, Missouri. B&B opened its first theatre in 1924 in Salisbury, Missouri, and is known for introducing new concepts and innovations to provide the best possible moviegoing experience at all its cinemas. B&B is the fifth largest US theatrical motion picture exhibition company currently with 529 screens. B&B West Olive will be the company's 58th location. The original West Olive Theatres opened in April 1997 with 16 screens. The newly renovated B&B West Olive is located at 12657 Olive Boulevard in

Creve Coeur. B&B will convert six of the screens for guests to enjoy B-Roll Bowling, Outtakes Arcade, and Sterling's restaurant. The moviegoing audience will be able to comfortably watch movies in 10 auditoriums with heated leather seats, including Max Relax, which are wide chaise lounge chairs in the front row in every auditorium. Additionally, B&B will introduce the company's signature Grand Screen with ScreenX and DTS:X for IAB immersive audio. In addition, B&B will introduce their other concepts, such as screenPlay!, a children's auditorium devoted solely to family entertainment, MX4D motion seats and the LYRIC, an intimate, luxurious environment.

"At B&B, we base our partnerships on trust, product reliability and passion to improve the moviegoing experience. GDC has always exceeded our expectations by being one of the most trusted names in the cinema industry with reliable products and an unwavering passion to constantly improve the experience," said Brock Bagby, executive vice president of B&B Theatres. "We rely upon GDC products at every location. The new West Olive will open with GDC's latest audio innovations to improve the moviegoing experience for our guests."

B&B Theatres and GDC are longtime partners with a common goal to wow audiences with technologies developed to enhance the moviegoing experience," said Annie Wang, president of GDC Technology USA LLC. "We have watched B&B grow over the last 10 years to become one of the leading circuits in the domestic marketplace. To witness such phenomenal growth in such a short time is a testament to B&B's vision to bring the highest quality entertainment from coast to coast. We are proud to be a part of the B&B family and congratulate them for spreading their vision to entertain moviegoers in the St. Louis area."

Strong/MDI Extends Agreement with Lemmens; Adds New Services for Europe and

the Middle East

Strong Global Entertainment recently announced that its subsidiary STRONG/MDI Screen Systems, a leader in manufacturing state-of-theart cinema screens, has extended and expanded its cooperative agreement with Lemmens S.A., located in Sprimont, Belgium, to facilitate expedited screen shipments for cinema industry customers in Europe and the Middle East. The new agreement expands STRONG/MDI and Lemmens previous relationship to now include ex-works services in addition to the continued utilisation of Lemmens' modern high-tech plant to facilitate quick-ship screen deliveries to cinema operators requiring urgent screen deliveries. With the STRONG/ MDI-Lemmens' quick ship program, customers can receive shipments in in less than ten days. "We are delighted with the success of this ongoing collaboration, which is greatly reducing waiting and delivery times for urgent screen orders," said François Barrette, Senior Vice President & General Manager for STRONG/MDI. "We will now be offering new transit services to streamline and expedite the customs and import process for our European customers. We are indeed very happy to see more consolidated orders coming in and are confident that our first container which did arrive last month in our partner's warehouse will be followed by many others. We see this expanded agreement as highly beneficial for our valued customers inside the EU territories." "We have made great progress developing a local solution in the heart of Europe to provide our exhibitors in Europe and the Middle East with STRONG/MDI screens through an expedited quickship program and look forward to strengthening our offering by establishing ex-works services

through our extended partnership with Lemmens in Belgium," said Ray Boegner, President of STRONG/ MDI. "We're happy to be working with STRONG/MDI in this arrangement that will allow us to diversify our activities and apply our years of experience in logistics, delivering quality products throughout the regions we serve, and beyond," stated Francy Lemmens, Managing Director of Lemmens S.A. "Our entire team is ready to expand our relationship with STRONG/MDI to provide more valuable services to customers in the EMEA market."

Qube Wire & Auwe Digital Surpass 100 Theatre Installs; Brazil

Qube Wire is proud to announce that its partnership with Auwe Digital in Brazil continues to grow. The content delivery network that the two companies are building together has now grown to 100 theatres. The network has enabled the seamless delivery of films that represent the tastes of most of the Brazilian audience. Theatres in Brazil are particularly pleased with Qube's new Virtual WireTAP solution. This solution allows theatres to utilise existing hardware to facilitate their connection to Qube Wire. "This month we surpassed 100 cinema installs. The change to a device like Qube's Virtual WireTAP which does not require specific hardware, has boosted acceptance. The flexibility and speed of deliveries have encouraged adoption by exhibitors and distributors. This year we plan to expand the network to an additional 100 theatres." says José

Eduardo Ferrão CEO of Auwe Digital. Qube Wire's cloud delivery platform is known around the world for its ease of installation and operation. The platform enables content delivery directly to theatres equipped with one of the WireTAP solutions. Qube Wire also eliminates many of the logistical challenges of delivering hard drives. Additionally, cloud based broadband delivery has many operational advantages over satellite delivery. There is a significant reduction in the time and manual labor involved in delivering cinema content across the network. "For us, Qube Wire is like switching from water to wine," said Milton Durski, CEO of the Cineplus cinema chain. "With Auwe-Qube Wire, I no longer need dedicated staff to manage HD logistics, no more missed sessions with corrupted files and HDD return costs. There is much more flexibility to switch schedules, almost to the day of the movie opening."

Qube Wire is a market-leading electronic content delivery platform that is unsurpassed in its security features. It helps both distributors and theatres streamline their operations. Qube Wire's simple but comprehensive user interface helps distributors manage their digital cinema assets, assign territorial rights for their content, and deliver their Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) to movie theatres. Additionally, theatres can manage their own digital cinema device details, download KDMs, and access details about all of the movies they are showing via their individualised web portal, all for free. Commenting on the significance of the Brazil rollout Mark Waterston, SVP, Qube Wire, said "We are so happy to see more theatres join the Qube Wire network in Brazil. Distributors across South America are looking for better ways to deliver their movies, and we are happy to be able to provide this solution. We hope to expand across the rest of the continent soon."

Timewaying Breaks Record with Launch of World's Largest LED PLF

Recently in May, Timewaying Technology made history by unveiling the world's largest LED cinema screen at Wushang Dream Plaza in Wuhan, China. It has a dimension of 20-metre width and 10.5-metre height and drew over 300 attendees from the theatre industry to the ceremony. This 4K HeyLED digital cinema screen is DCl-certified and offers a new generation of Premier Large Format (PLF) experience. The high-profile attendees, including the press reporters, theatre owners, integrators, and leading exhibitors such as Wanda, Bona, Omnijoi Media, and Poly Culture, endorsed that the potential of HeyLED's technology will transform the cinema industry.

The product introduction was conducted with PowerPoint presentation at an impressive brightness of 150 nit on the HeyLED screen while the house lights remained on. It highlighted HeyLED's commercial value for multi-scenario applications such as conferences, academic lectures, and live performances with bright, natural atmospheres that enhance the overall visual experience. The event started with a creative and humorous opening film which is a virtual reality stage for product launch, demonstrating the

new application's visual capabilities and symbolising the brand's journey to exploration. Unlike the 10m HeyLED Tech Tour in Los Angeles, the Wuhan event showcased images that appeared within reach due to the extensive size and deep spatial impression of the screen, providing an immersive PLF experience with largerthan-life visuals and pulse-pounding sound.

As the investor of the location, Ruan Yong-Zhao, VP of Hubei Changjiang Film Group praised the new generation of LED technology, stating that the must-see attraction had become the highest box office grossing in Wuhan within a month of opening while underlining the breathtaking clarity and overwhelming sense of awe and wonder. Andrew Chen, CEO of Timewaying, highlighted that HeyLED is solution to the three main pain points currently affecting the cinema industry: limited content diversity, lack of immersion in cinematic experience, and a lack of social connection. Andrew also noted that Al's creative ability and iterative updates in restoration technology, could provide new opportunities for the industry, with Timewaying at the forefront of technological upgrades to provide added-value to cinemas. The

HeyLED next-generation PLF addresses some of the issues with the traditional projection and reflection screening method by delivering high contrast, high brightness, immersive size and high dynamic range (HDR). It also eliminates the need for a projection room, creating new opportunity for building extra VIP private boxes to drive income. To support cinema technology adoption, Timewaying has launched an exclusive HeyLED financing plan for Chinese clients. Afterward, Kenny Chow, Chief Technology Officer of Timewaying, introduced the product's technical features, advantages and application effects compared to ordinary projection with a video demonstration. He highlights the features like impressive dimensions, strong spatial feeling enhanced by 3D imaging, facilitating naked-eye 3D viewing which may increase advertising revenue. Celebrated as a must-have for future cinema transformation, LED hardware provides the foundation for HDR movie formats and will help to develop the entertainment offerings within the cinematic environment. This PLF auditorium is equipped with an EMX immersion WSAI surround audio system. This is specially designed for the HeyLED to deliver a superior sound quality. Xiang Jue, the VP of EMX, stated that the WSAI sound system has made substantial breakthroughs in solving the problem of sound-image perception caused by non-perforated screens. Meanwhile, the 13cm ultra-narrow width of the powerful speaker arrays fit right into the rims of the HeyLED screen to enable wall-to-wall, ceiling-to-ground fitting of the LED screen to the auditorium. With state-of-the-art exhibition technology and a custom financing plan, the next generation HeyLED PLF solution is set to play an essential role in revolutionising the audience experience and developing the global cinema market.

Lotte Selects GDC SR-1000 Media Server for Cinema World Tower, Korea

GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that Lotte Cinema selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block for Lotte Cinema World Tower, which is upgrading the projection booth technology as part of a renovation project. The renovation started last year with plans to complete all 21 halls by this year. Lotte Cinema will replace their legacy media servers with the industry's leading SR-1000 media servers.

Lotte Cinema selected GDC because of the media servers' proven reliability, powerful features, and outstanding technical services provided by the GDC Korea office. The GDC Korea service team and GDC's integration partners will install the SR-1000 IMB's and continually provide technical service to ensure the best possible cinemagoing experience. Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in Korea is the flagship site of Lotte Cinema World Tower and is the largest multiplex theatre in Korea with 21 halls and a total of 4,276 seats. It is located in Gangnam, Seoul, at 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, and opened on October 2014. The multiplex is known for its Superplex, a super-large and flagship cinema format. To date, GDC media servers have the largest market share in the entire Asia Pacific region,

including top market share in China, Japan, and Korea. GDC media servers are also the leading choice for the replacement market in North America. Additionally, the SR-1000 media server is the only solution currently available that supports all the series 1, 2, 3, and 4 DLP Cinema projectors.

AMC to Bring Cinionic Laser to All Prime at AMC Locations

AMC Theatres, the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, announced plans to bring Laser Projection by Cinionic to its premium large format (PLF) brand, PRIME at AMC. The initiative, which is set to begin later this year, brings next-generation laser technology from the leader in laser cinema, Cinionic, to all PRIME at AMC locations throughout the United States. PRIME at AMC is AMC's native PLF brand and combines immersive sound, luxury seating, and large format presentation. Laser Projection by Cinionic elevates the premium cinema experience for audiences. Upon completion of installation of Laser Projection by Cinionic, the PRIME at AMC auditoriums will feature high contrast Barco 4K laser projection, delivering brighter and more vivid onscreen images that stay consistent over time.

"As we continue to install Laser at AMC, powered by Cinionic, in our theatres around the United States, we're pleased to now include our native PLF, PRIME at AMC, under our partnership with Cinionic," said Cynthia Pierce, AMC Theatres Senior Vice President, Design & Construction, Facilities, Sight and Sound. "The addition of Laser Projection by Cinionic to PRIME at

AMC is another guest benefit to an already popular Premium Large Format experience." The introduction of laser in PRIME at AMC auditoriums continues the company's dedication to Make Movies Better and commitment to the future of cinema. Laser projection offers a more environmentally friendly way to present movies with less waste, including the elimination of replacing xenon bulbs, and a significant reduction in energy usage.

"Whenever you see Laser Projection by Cinionic, you can expect brighter, sharper, and more vivid colors every time," said Wim Buyens, CEO of Cinionic. "We are excited to bring the power of laser cinema to the PRIME at AMC brand and add an extra 'wow' factor to the premium experience. Together with AMC, we are raising the bar for moviegoing." The PRIME at AMC upgrade project is the latest development in AMC's partnership with Cinionic which began in 2022 with Laser at AMC. Since first introducing laser cinema technology nearly 10 years ago, Cinionic is the industry leader today, powering over 35,000 screens around the world with Laser Projection by Cinionic.

Mexico's Cinemas WTC Installs Christie Cinema Projectors for New 14-Screen Multiplex

Christie, a world leader in digital cinema technologies, is pleased to announce that Cinemas WTC (Cinemas World Theatre Concepts) a new multiplex in Mexico City with 14 cinemas, has installed its cinema projectors ranging from 8000 to 22000 lumens. Christie integrator T&T Cinema carried out the installation. Cinemas WTC is equipped with 5.1 surround sound and 14 screens measuring 26x10 metres wide (85 x 32 feet), which are among the largest in Mexico. Five of the theatres are VIP, and the remaining nine are standard. Totalling more than 2,000 reclining seats in a stadium-style, the multiplex features visibility from every seat.

This multiplex is the first opened by Cinemas World Theatre Concepts, a new company led by Miguel Ángel Dávila, who in 1995 founded the movie theatre chain that revolutionised the moviegoing experience in Mexico. Cinemas WTC is an independent site, and its opening signals the recovery of the cinema industry in Mexico. Its approach invites people to see movies as they should be seen, in accordance with the company's mission. The Cinemas WTC team has focused on designing a service-based approach.

"Taking care of the most basic things, but at the same time the most difficult and important: quality in projection and clear and bright audio, comfort and cleanliness, fresh food and drinks, and always being greeted with a smile, to live a great experience that could not be replicated at home," explains Miguel Angel Davila, president and founding partner of Cinemas WTC.

For the projection systems, the new complex has relied on Christie as its main supplier "because their projectors are the most reliable and state-of-the-art in the industry," explains Miguel Ángel Dávila. "Christie cinema projectors provide stunningly realistic colours, excellent image sharpness and quality, and unmatched brightness that allows us to deliver the best possible viewing experience to our audiences."

"We were impressed with how userfriendly and easy to set up and maintain these projectors are," continues Miguel Ángel Dávila. "Christie has provided us with outstanding service and support. Without a doubt, they have proven to be a very important business partner and we look forward to continuing to

use their solutions for the rest of our venues." "Both companies [Christie and T&T Cinema], as well as our team, have ensured at all times that our audience experiences an extremely satisfying cinematic experience," adds Miguel Ángel Dávila. Ernesto Armus, general manager, Christie Mexico, says: "It gives us great satisfaction that Miguel Ángel Dávila, who revolutionized the cinema industry in our country, relied on Christie to launch this new project that focuses on quality and cutting-edge technology. We hope to work with him on many more cinemas and help him to elevate the experience of going to the movies. We also want to thank our partner T&T Cinema for its excellence in the integration of this project."

Emagine Chooses

Christie 4K RGB

Pure Laser Projectors for its New Cinema, Batavia

Lit by dual Christie CP4455-RGB projectors the Super EMX theatre with a 94-foot screen is the largest CinemaScope screen in the State of Illinois. Christie, a leader in audiovisual technology solutions for the cinema industry, is pleased to announce that Emagine Entertainment has chosen Christie Real|Laser illuminated projectors for its new theatre opening in Batavia, Illinois, in June. Integrity Cinema Systems, the integrator on the project, will install Christie CP4415-RGBs, CP4425-RGBs and dual CP4455-RGBs, plus Mystique Cinema for seamless blending and alignment, for the 94-foot wide Super EMX screen. Emagine's predecessor organisation acquired its first cinema in Clarkston, Michigan, 34 years ago and has since expanded its footprint across the mid-west United States with leading-edge technology and its Super EMX concept. With the

opening of its Batavia location, Emagine will operate 28 cinemas in five states.

Paul Glantz, co-founder and chairman, of Emagine Entertainment, stated, "Enthusiasm is high for watching movies on the big screen again. We've seen a resurgence in patronage over the last year, and our goal is to ensure that every one of our guests enjoys the best moviegoing experience possible. Of course, that means delivering exemplary picture and sound quality." "Christie has been a valuable technology partner to Emagine for over 20 years, and its RGB pure laser projectors continue to offer our moviegoers an exceptional cinematic experience," added Anthony LaVerde, Emagine's CEO. "In our 20+ years of doing business with Christie, they have proven to be an extraordinarily reliable partner to Emagine."

Christie cinema projectors feature CineLife+ electronics, Christie Real|Laser illumination technology, and an all-in-one design with integrated cooling and sealed optical path. They provide incredibly colorful and detailed, true-to-life 4K images while benefiting from a platform designed to support the content and

formats of the future. "We are proud of our long-time collaborative relationship with the Emagine team. As one of the early pioneers in digital cinema standardizing on our solidperforming Solaria projector series, today they continue to lead by offering audiences a premium experience on every screen by choosing Christie Real|Laser Series 4 projectors - the most energy efficient projection solution available on the market," said Brian Claypool, executive vice president, Cinema, at Christie.

The dual projector set up with the Christie CP4455-RGB pure laser projector delivers a combined brightness of up to 114,000 lumens for a spectacular large-screen experience. Visuals from the two projectors have been perfectly aligned to display a completely seamless image using Christie Mystique Cinema, an auto-calibrating image alignment software and camera kit that simplifies the calibration process for dual-projection setups. Christie Professional Services will support the installation onsite and remotely with Cinergy software, an advanced remote monitoring and management platform that will help keep systems working flawlessly, day in and day out.

109 Cinemas Select GDC to Bring the Best Possible Experience in Japan

GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that 109 Cinemas, owned by TOKYU RECREATION (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President: Shinzo Kanno) selected GDC solutions for its newest cinema, including SR-1000 Integrated Media Block, TMS-2000, and the award-winning Cinema Automation (CA2.0) designed to fully automate work while reducing the cost associated with booth operations.

109 Cinemas is Tokyu's 20th cinema location, in April recently is comprised of eight screens. The cinema has 752 Shinjuku premium seats (Class A and S) with a total capacity of 2,000 seats, all-RGB laser projection and is located on the 9th and 10th floors of Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, 1-29-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. To commemorate the opening of the theatre works related to Ryuichi. The "Ryuichi Sakamoto Premium Collection" includes several screenings such as Bernardo Bertolucci's ‘Sheltering Sky,’ one of Sakamoto's masterpieces of film music, and ‘Tony,’ which has many fans both in Japan and abroad since its release in 2005. Guests are able to enjoy the finest movie music with the theatre sound ‘SAION -SR EDITION’ supervised by Ryuichi Sakamoto.

Tokyu Recreation's theatre manager, Yusuke Hirono, stated that they strive to create a unique and immersive experience at their ‘sensory-opening movie theatre’ by offering luxurious amenities and innovative technology that goes beyond the norm. They chose GDC's solutions because of the company's exceptional technology and customer service, as well as their proven product reliability. "One of the pleasures of working in the cinema industry is constantly meeting with our industry partners, such as Tokyu

Recreation to improve the moviegoing experience," said Dr. Man-Nang Chong, founder, chairman and CEO of GDC Technology Limited. "The installation of our newest products at 109 Cinemas provides them with the security of knowing their guests will enjoy the best possible moviegoing experience. Tokyu Recreation selecting GDC is a testament to the fact we have been on the right path for over 20 years."

Key Features and Benefits of Cinema Automation CA2.0

CA2.0 incorporates the SCL Centralised Playback Server Series - an integrated centralised storage and playback system designed to streamline content management, and leverages machine intelligence to increase efficiency while dramatically reducing the need for human intervention.

SCL series servers offer each auditorium access to a wide assortment of movies from a centralised server without the need for local storage attached to every media server. SCL series servers are designed with scalability and reliability in mind. Their storage capacity can be customized based on the number of screens (from four to 30) and the number of movie titles (up to thousands of DCPs) to be stored and streamed to all the auditoriums.

With the storage capacity increased by more than 100 times when compared to the traditional local storage of a cinema media server, SCL series servers are designed to meet

exhibitors' demand for an online content solution that enables them to maintain competitiveness in today's market. By integrating SCL series servers with Cinema Automation CA2.0, manual operation and human intervention are significantly reduced. SR-1000 Standalone IMB is the only solution currently available that supports series 1, 2, 3 and 4 DLP Cinema projectors, making it the best possible solution for exhibitors with series 1 projectors that need the server replaced.

Flix Brewhouse Deploys GDC to Automate Content Transfer

GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that Flix Brewhouse deploys GDC innovative CMS-3000, a web-based central Management Enterprise Software. CMS-3000 is designed to fully automate the content transfer and monitor real-time playback status, sound processors and digital cinema projectors for all the nine properties from the company's headquarters in Round Rock, Texas. Flix Brewhouse was founded in 2011 and now operates nine dine-in cinema concepts across Indiana, Iowa, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Texas and Wisconsin with a 10th under construction in Mansfield, TX. True to the company's knack for innovation, Flix is the only first-run movie theatre in the world to incorporate a fully functioning microbrewery. The cinema chain exhibits blockbuster films while serving fresh food and craft beer brewed inhouse. Auditoriums are equipped with state-of-the-art sight and sound technology, super comfortable leather seating, as well as dine-in food and

beverage service at every seat. The circuit features the Flix Maximum Experience (MX) in select locations: a dynamic, state-of-the-art system offering large format viewing, 360degree immersive sound technology, ultra-high resolution, next-generation 4K projection, premium extra wide seating and a 60-foot wide, super low distortion, HD parabolic silver screen.

"Flix Brewhouse is a cinema hospitality company committed to providing our guests with the best possible cinema dining experience, said Chance Robertson, CEO of Flix Brewhouse. "We rely on our vendor partners, such as GDC to provide innovative technologies to achieve our vision to be the Gold Standard in the communities we serve. GDC's central management software was selected for its advanced features to centralise tasks done by the management of each site. By supporting multiple users access simultaneously anytime and anywhere with its web-based application, we have complete control of all nine locations at our headquarters." "CMS-3000 was developed from our 20-year knowledge of digital cinema and constantly working with our industry partners, such as Flix Brewhouse, said Annie Wang, president for GDC Technology USA LLC.

Sharp NEC Enhances Digital Cinema Viewing Experiences with New Modular Laser Projectors

Sharp NEC Display Solutions, a global leader in the projector and display market, announced the launch of two new modular laser projectors designed to create an engaging viewing experience for audiences across digital cinema. The new NC2003ML and NC2043ML

projectors round out the company's NC2000 Series of modular cinema projection solutions, helping achieve greater operational and organisational efficiencies to deliver the next-level viewing experiences that today's audiences demand. Cinemas took a hard hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. But as vaccinations continue to increase and the worst effects of the pandemic appear to subside, audiences are eager to get back into the world of entertainment.

According to a recent study, 60 percent of U.S. adults reported that, as of March 2022, they feel comfortable going to a movie theatre. This outpaces those who feel comfortable attending a live concert, an amusement park, or a theatre performance. That percentage will likely grow with the summer blockbuster season just around the corner. The NC2003ML and NC2043ML projectors offer cinema operators unparalleled advances in operation, efficiency, and image quality. Both models enable theatre operators to lower their operating costs, increase efficiencies, and deliver an exceptional viewing experience to audiences.

Key features of the new modular projectors include a Modular Light Source, which allows for adjustments to be made according to different brightness demands. They also feature RB laser technology which is almost speckle-free compared to RGB technology, also providing similar benefits at a lower cost. The projectors are, by design, also

environmentally friendly, requiring virtually zero maintenance thanks to an innovative long-lasting laser light engine that eliminates need for lamp or filter replacement costs. This results in a significantly lower total cost of ownership considering their reliability, low maintenance, and low power consumption. As business begins to pick back up, movie theatres across the country that feature the latest modular laser projectors will be ready to welcome audiences back to the big screen with an experience that's even better than before. Beyond cinema, these projectors can be used for projection needs including in museums, art houses and more.

'The Flash' tops UK-Ireland box office; 'Greatest Days' opens fifth

Warner Bros' The Flash topped the UK-Ireland box office on its opening weekend, with a £3.2m session. Opening in 670 sites, the film took a £4,739 average. Its opening is the 10th-highest of 13 DC Extended Universe films to date, behind previous DC standalone character openings Man Of Steel (£11.2m), Wonder Woman (£6.3m), Aquaman (£5.2m), Shazam! (£4.1m) and Black Adam (£5.6m). Including previews, The Flash is up to almost £4.3m. The film's low UK-Ireland performance mirrored that of its flat USD 55.1m start in North America. Sony's SpiderMan: Across The Spider-Verse added a further £2.5m on its third weekend in cinemas - a 37.8% drop. It is up to £20.2m, approaching double the £10.9m of 2018's first Spider-Verse film. Disney's The Little Mermaid held better than most titles on its fourth weekend in cinemas, dropping 38% with £1.3m. It is just beyond the £22m mark - well down on previous live-action remakes The Lion King

(£76m) and Aladdin (£37.3m), but ahead of post-pandemic Disney title Cruella (£9.5m). On its second weekend in cinemas, Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts dropped 52.8% with £1.2m. It is up to £5m for Paramount; it will aim to overhaul the £9.5m of 2017's The Last Knight, the current lowest-grossing title of the franchise. Elysian Film Distribution's Take That musical Greatest Days opened to £389,235 from the 585 sites to have reported so far, with 18 still to report and a £665 location average. It has £536,955 including previews. Takings for the top five came in at £8.6m. This was down 11.1% on the previous weekenda disappointing result given the presence of two new wide-release films plus strong holdovers at cinemas, although explained partly by the warm weather across much of the country. The next blockbuster with potential to increase takings is Disney's Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny, in cinemas from June 28.

Dolby Achieves Milestone; 500th Theatrical Film in Dolby Vision & Dolby Atmos

Dolby Laboratories, a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, and Paramount Pictures, celebrate a new partnership milestone with the upcoming release of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One, marking the 500th theatrical film confirmed in both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The film, from Paramount Pictures and Skydance, will be released in theatres on July 12th.

"We're proud to empower the theatrical community with Dolby's pioneering audio and video technologies as we celebrate our 500th feature film in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos with the upcoming film Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," said Jed Harmsen, Head of Cinema and Group Entertainment at Dolby Laboratories. "We are excited to celebrate this milestone with Paramount and look forward to building on the momentum we created together with Top Gun: Maverick, which was one of the top grossing Dolby Cinema domestic movies of 2022." "Dolby has been an incredible partner of ours throughout the years, and we value the tools they have developed for our filmmakers to deliver our pictures in what we consider to be the best-in-class cinema experience - Dolby Cinema," said Chris Aronson, President of

Domestic Distribution at Paramount Pictures. "Following our successful collaboration on Top Gun: Maverick last year, we can't wait to continue working with Dolby on Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One, as we strive to deliver audiences the very best in entertainment." "I'm devoted to a fully immersive big screen experience and no big screen experience is complete without the extraordinary detail, depth, power and presence of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos," said producer, director and Academy Award winning writer, Christopher McQuarrie.

Among the 500 feature films released or confirmed in both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos include Paramount box office hits like Sonic the Hedgehog 2, A Quiet Place: Part II, Scream VI, and Top Gun: Maverick in addition to highly anticipated films such as Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One. Since the opening of the first Dolby Cinema back in 2014, there are now 290 Dolby Cinema locations globally, spanning 28 exhibitor partners and 14 countries. Domestically, AMC

Theatres currently operates over 150 Dolby Cinema locations in the United States, including newly added locations at AMC Avenue Forsyth 12 (GA), AMC Stones River 9 (TN), and AMC Barrett Commons 24 (GA).

Over the past year, we have seen increased global momentum around influential sites including in the UK with the Dolby and ODEON opening of Liverpool's first Dolby Cinema at ODEON Liverpool One and with TOHO Cinemas who just unveiled its first Dolby Cinema in Lalaport Kadoma, marking the ninth Dolby Cinema location in Japan.

Cinestar Prishtina: Largest Megaplex in Southeast Europe

Just like its name, the brand savours being a star, binging the industry's most prestigious cinema to the region. Titled The Largest Multiplex Cinema Chain in the region with 28 operational multiplex sites, a total of 182 digital screens and a total seating capacity of over 27,600, this cinema chain happens to be the most successful theatrical exhibitor in the region of former Yugoslavia. The all-new property in the Balkan region is currently donned with special formats including 4DX, Gold Class, Ultimate by Dolby Atmos, Kids screen, Gaming screen and an eXtreme screen.

CineStar Cinemas opened its largest, state-of-the-art Megaplex in Southeast Europe - in Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo. The long expected ultramodern new multiplex is the group's largest site, and part of the region's biggest shopping mall, the Prishtina Mall. It boasts 15 screens, including ScreenX, 4DX, Gold Class halls and a lot of other content, with a total capacity of around 2000 seats.

The latest generation CineStar Megaplex was the first to present to local audiences the Destination Cinema concept, the unrivalled trend

in international exhibition industry, but an absolute novelty in Kosovo.

With each new project, CineStar Cinemas are known to be raising the ladder, continuously introducing new formats, latest technologies, andfinally - innovative interior design.

Each hall was endowed with a unique visual identity, and the entire interior of the Megaplex abounds in a different kind of materials, and a variety colours and styles.

The interior design is the work of the same designer team that was behind

a number of the groups latest projects, including CINESTAR 4DX MALL OF SPLIT, which received the ICTA Award as 2019's 'Best New Build Cinema' in Europe.

For the first time, CineStar Cinemas are bringing one of the most prestigious cinema formats - Screen X, to the region. ScreenX is a special format which films to be presented on expanded screens covering 3 sides of the cinema, one to the left and one to the right of the main screen, enabling the audience a 270-degree panoramic view, for the most immersive experience. Also available at CineStar Prishtina are a wide range of other special formats including 4DX, Gold Class, Ultimate by Dolby Atmos, Kids screen, Gaming screen and an eXtreme screen.

Furthermore, the cinema property also comes with two birthday party rooms for those special birthday events for patrons and a cinema bar! Having said these, Cinestar stands out as the fully digital cinema in the entire Balkan region.

Needless to say, the Prishtina Megaplex does not only stand out in terms of its size but it is also equipped in line with CineStar's established high technological standard which includes Harkness wall-to-wall screens, Barco 4K RGB

laser projectors, RealD Ultimate 3D, JBL speakers, and Crown amplifiers.

CineStar Cinemas is the largest multiplex cinema chain in the region with 28 operational multiplex sites in the region, a total of 182 digital screens and a total seating capacity of over 27,600, thanks to which it is the largest and most successful

theatrical exhibitor in the region of former Yugoslavia.

Over the years, CineStar brand received numerous acknowledgements including 7 Superbrands awards in Croatia. A year after receiving ICTA award for its CineStar 4DX Mall of Split, CineStar received one of the highest industry acknowledgements by being declared 'The Best Theatrical Exhibitor - Europe' in 2019 by International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), the organisation which represents the interests of cinema trade associations and cinema operators from Europe and neighbouring regions.

CineStar Cinemas remain a major innovative force in the local exhibition market and one of the leading and fastest-growing exhibitors in the region as well as in Europe, paying special attention to having put innovation first and providing to audiences in the region the best cinema experience.

Cinema City Elblag:

An Enigmatic Architectural Wonder

Originally built in 2004, the property has been recently refurbished entirely to host modern technical and aesthetical features. The six-screen cinema project has become the talk of the town as it occupies over 2000 square metres and caters to over 900 moviegoers at a time.

Cinema City Elblag in Zielone Tarasy Shopping Mall in the city of Elblag, Poland is one of the latest launches by the esteemed cinema chain in Europe. While the original cinema property was built in 2004, in the year 2022 it underwent a renovation and was completely refurbished and facelifted for Cinema City patrons.

The cinema facility is equipped with six screens and has a seating capacity of 930 seats. The concession corner

boasts 6 points of sale along with Cinema Café in the lobby. Unlike other cinemas, the lobby here vaunts a huge glass wall that permits the daylight to penetrate inside the space. This unique feature allows those outside to see the spectacular cinema lobby interior from the outside as well. "We have created more than a cinema. It is a perfect premium venue for events, premier screenings and meetings," adds Piotr Gieraltowski, Architect

Engineer and Founder, Extractdesign. It is the first Cinema City in Poland to be designed with rocker chairs in all of the auditoriums.

He continues, "The design we have created had to be in line with Cinema City's design guidelines, but as usual due to the building specifications we have managed to create a slightly different atmosphere in this project." The design team has achieved a monumental lobby that also has a very

cosy atmosphere in the concourse. Since the cinema was previously operated by a different exhibitor, the plans and interiors had to be changed entirely and updated alongside current trends and the standards set by Cinema City.

As Gieraltowski states, the cinema has been divided in to two separate zones that flaunt distinctive atmospheres. The lobby is featured with high ceilings, black deep glossy floor tiles and impressive columns which have been extensively exposed by wrapping them in LED light lines. They beautifully reflect in the black glossy floor and windows making patrons feel like they are in the middle of a futuristic forest.

Once moviegoers have crossed the stairs and entered the concourse leading to the theatres, the ceiling drops much lower and the floor changes to a comfortable carpet.

The carpet brags a new design that has been used for the first time in this cinema. The lighting switches from darker to cosier. It leads people into a calmer, more private and personal atmosphere before the screening. As an optical trick, the team has set walls off the concourse in order to narrow it down in length, which are connected with LED light lines on the ceilings to create a dynamic perspective. It makes the corridor appear longer and illusive.

"It has been a great challenge for us to create a completely new cinema in a former one, something that would not bring memories of its predecessor. We avoided structural changes and have managed to design something that is new, different and reflecting Cinema City’s image and philosophy of 'The best place to watch a movie.' We have worked mostly with lighting and materials to

impress people and give them a venue escape from the real life into a magical world of movies from the moment they cross the cinema doors," added Gieraltowski.

When it comes to the equipment at Cinema City Elblag, the auditoriums are equipped with Christie projectors with integrated Doremi/Dolby cinema servers and 3D systems from HCBL. The auditoriums have been readied to display HFR content on MDI Strong's screens. When it comes to audio, the auditoriums boast proven equipment in the form of Dolby CP950 processors, QSC amplifiers and speakers from JBL and MAG Cinema. The installation and configuration of the equipment was carried out by Cinema City engineers.

The cinema refurbishment was budgeted in 2021 when the world and cinemas worldwide were still sinking due to the pandemic. With recovery period underway, the prices were inflated and the availability of many materials were scarce. Despite this, the team at Cinema City Elblag along with the capable team of Extractdesign, have managed to complete the refurbishment process in 4 months.

"It has been a great challenge for us to create a completely new cinema in a former one, something that would not bring memories of its predecessor. We avoided structural changes and have managed to design something that is new, different and reflects Cinema City' image and philosophy of 'The best place to watch a movie.' We have worked mostly with lighting and materials to impress people and give them a venue escape from the real life into a magical world of movies from the moment they cross the cinema doors."

– Piotr Gieraltowski, Architect Engineer and Founder, Extractdesign

Giving Brookhaven an Immersive Experience

The seven-auditorium theatre rings all the bells and whistles, from state-ofthe-art viewing with laser projection, wall-to-wall oversized screens and digital surround sound systems to cushy reclineand-dine loungers and upscale cuisine. Sip handcrafted cocktails, savour hand-tossed pizza and munch Asiago Brisket Nachos. Crab cakes and freshly made sushi, including the Dynamite Shrimp Roll, are also on the menu. Or go old school with soda, popcorn and classic candies.

Cocktails, a full meal and a good show is absolutely back on the menu for 2023 and this newly revamped movie theatre in Brookhaven has us covered. The theatre formerly known as the Cinebistro has been replaced by new dine-in theatre, Look Cinemas, with amazing vibes and even better drinks.All thanks to mobile ordering via a QR code on each tray table, guests don't have to leave their seats, though the sumptuous lobby, complete with full-service bar, nicely accommodates early arrivals and late departures.

"I'm a true believer in the magic of the moviegoing experience and how that experience unites us as a community," says Brian Schultz, CEO, founder of LOOK Dine-In Cinemas with 10 theatres and about 100 screens in Texas, California, Florida, Arizona and New York. "I'm honoured to provide a shared space where people can get together and enjoy a wonderful cinematic experience, a delicious meal and each other."

"We are thrilled that LOOK has come here," said Alan Goodman, president of the Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce. The new cinema will have longer operating hours than CinéBistro and will show movies appropriate for kids and families. LOOK Cinema CMO James Meredith said he hopes the new theater will become an integral part of the community, whether residents are visiting to see a movie, eat dinner, or just hang out.

Their food menu is as extensive and full of a variety of dishes. Visitors will have the option of pizza, loaded fries, coconut shrimp, burgers and MORE. They even have specials! (National Popcorn Day - guests enjoy USD 1 popcorn)

The cocktails are also something to look forward to at this new location. The Cinemule and the margaritas rival those at any bar in town. You can prebook your seats as well, so whether you like sitting far back or in the front you can designate a spot for you and your friends. Oh! And the seats are the best part of this experience! Plush leather seats with plenty of room and they recline! Book your seats and check out a movie at this new plush theater as soon as you can.

Along with regular programming, LOOK offers alternative content (i.e. independent films), special needs screenings and community events.

Cinemark:

World's Most Influential Cinema

Cinemark brings to Fort Bend County moviegoers the best presentation with two immersive XD screens at the 14-screen theatre. This megaplex with the Fort Bend Town Centre in southwest Houston is the first theatre to showcase a reimagined theatre design. The new look and feel enhances the customer experience from the minute they walk into the theatre all the way to the end credits.

"We are excited to expand our presence in the greater Houston area

Unveiling an updated theatre design with the opening of its new theatre in Missouri city, this marks the exhibitor's fourteenth theatre in the Greater Houston Area. With soughtafter amenities the facility is out to provide its patrons an immersive experience.

with the opening of our brand-new Cinemark Missouri City and XD theatre, bringing Fort Bend County moviegoers an exceptional cinematic experience," said Jay Jostrand, Cinemark Executive Vice President of Real Estate. "This theatre's highly sought-after amenities, such as fanfavourite Luxury Loungers and expanded concession offerings, along with superior sight and sound technology, including two Cinemark XD auditoriums, will fully immerse the

audience and highlight the compelling content on the big screen."

The new theatre is the first to fully reflect Cinemark's updated brand, which forges a new look, feel and tone that seeks to entertain and inspire through unforgettable cinematic experiences. The customer touchpoints in the theatre are a reflection of the refreshed appearance. The interior signage, employee uniforms and food and beverage vessels are part of these touchpoints. Cinemark Missouri City and XD also features a unique updated interior layout that has been carefully constructed based on extensive psychological research and comes together with the company's superior sight and sound technology for the ultimate Cinemark experience. Rounding out the aesthetic of the new

location, moviegoers will be greeted by a distinctive exterior mural that showcases the iconic local imagery with a pop of Cinemark hand painted by Houston artist David Moldonado. Cinemark offers its Luxury Loungers in each of the fourteen auditoriums; they are electric-powered, plush, and oversized recliners for maximum movie-watching comfort. The Cinemark XD auditoriums are premium large formats with the biggest wall-towall screen in the building with 11.1layer multichannel surround sound for the ultimate viewing experience. The ultra-modern auditoriums feature immersive screens and laser projection that is powered by Barco for an overall brighter, sharper and more vivid picture. Cinemark Missouri City allows its patrons to reserve their seats throughout the theatre with convenient online and kiosk ticketing. The auditoriums are equipped with D-BOX seats that provide moviegoers a complete immersive dimension to the cinematographic experience by perfectly synchronising the action on the screen with individual motion control in the seats. Satiating the palettes of the patrons, the expanded concession in addition to the irresistible movie theatre popcorn offers Pizza Hut pizza and other hot food items as well as Coca-Cola Freestyle drink stations with over 100 flavours. Further, it boasts a full bar and lounge area with big screen televisions and expansive seating that serves as the perfect setting to enjoy drinks and cuisine ahead of showtime, which watching the big game or waiting for fellow moviegoers.

"Houston is one of Cinemark's strongest markets full of avid moviegoers, so it is only fitting that we introduce our first fully refreshed design at our new theatre in Missouri City. We know this re-energised environment will enhance the on-screen action and the entire Cinemark moviegoing experience, reminding guests why the shared, out of home experience is so special. Everything from the ticket kiosks to the concession stand layout, to the colours of the décor has been carefully chosen in order to create a cinematic moment that extends beyond just the story on the screen."

– Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Global Chief Marketing and Content Officer, Cinemark

An expansive arcade has been set up where moviegoers can step up their game and compete for high-scores in cinematic worlds like Tomb Raider, Jurassic Park and more. The cinema facility also boasts a private party room that can be easily booked online for birthdays and celebrations in a cinematic manner.

The Big Screen is accompanied with certain benefits such as Snacks in a Tap advance ordering feature allowing guests to skip the concessions line and order their favourite cinema snacks ahead of time for pickup upon arrival or delivery to their seat for supreme convenience.

Trondheim Kino:

First Boutique Cinema in Norway

The veteran cinema brand introduces the country's first boutique cinema in Trondheim, Norway. Two of the screens from the eleven-screen cinema facility have been fitted out and transformed into screens that simply ooze luxury, comfort and cosiness. Despite its boutique nature, the cinema screens are up-to-date with their sound and projection technology.

Established in the year 1918 as a result of the Norwegian parliament giving the municipal councils the right to grant licenses for cinema operation, Trondheim Kino is the only cinema operator in Norway's third largest city that has a relatively large student population. Trondheim Kino has two venues in the city centre, Prinsen Kino, the eight-screen multiplex and Nova Kino with eleven screens.

Trondheim municipality took over the then privately owned World Theatre on the Circus plot in Prinsens street, which had previously been the largest cinema in the Nordics with 1,150 seats. The cinema centra has been remodelled at several stages and Prinsen Kino appears today as a modern cinema centre with eight screens. In 1938, Trondheim Kino entered into an agreement with the labour union about cinema operation, and six years later the cinema was opened under the name Sentrum Kino. It was in operation until 1993, until the large screen was rebuilt into five screens and renamed Nova Kinosenter. The cinema centre was further remodelled and received an

addition of six screens. Nova's main screen, the Liv Ullmann screen, has been modernised several times, most recently with a new screen and Dolby Atmos sound system.

Continuing its remodelling and refurbishing tradition, Nova Kino has been refurbished once again with two new boutique screens. The layout of the two new boutique screens were designed by the famous cinema consultant Rolv Gjestland who has been responsible for hundred of new builds and renovations in Norway in

the past four decades. The contracting and project management was done by Skeie Seating, the leading fixed seating supplies in Scandinavia for 75 years and the chairs were produced by Infinity Seating. For generations, Skeie Seating AS has delivered chairs to plenary halls all over the world.

"The geometry of the screens was quite challenging with its low ceiling, shape and concrete walls. The capacity of the screens were reduced from 115 seats and 7 row screens,

to 64 seats and 5 rows in each of the screens, increasing the row depth from 1.100mm to 1.850mm," added Runar Lien, Senior Advisor Cinema & Culture, Skeie Seating AS. The two cinema centres are both located in old existing buildings used for other purposes and have been remodelled several times over the years.

cushions and table lamps. The cinema facility hosted the annual Norwegian Cinema Conference known for its large number of guests and speakers from all over the world. The boutique cinema screens have soon become a buzz with the gaining popularity.

Trondheim Kino has re-branded their entire cinema concept for the screens with the names EPIQ, MAGIQ and BOUTIQ with the first concept being high-end comfortable cinema seats, MAGIQ with electrical recliners and the latter a genuine boutique cinema concept with all its features. It is important to emphasise that boutique screens are not only the design of the seats but an entire concept inclusive of programming, design, fabric and colours of the sofas and chairs, addons like tables, lamps and decorative cushions, a cinema bar and the design and decoration of the walls.

"The geometry of the screens was quite challenging with its low ceiling, shape and concrete walls. The capacity of the screens was reduced from 115 seats and 7 row screens, to 64 seats and 5 rows in each of the screens, increasing the row depth from 1.100mm to 1.850mm."

– Runar Lien

Senior Advisor Cinema & Culture, Skeie Seating AS

Both screens have a combination of 2-seater sofas and armchairs. A split of approximately 15 to 25 per cent or 75 to 85 per cent between the armchairs and the sofas is ideal for screens of this size.

Runar Lien, continues, "Our customers make a living by selling experiences and disseminating information to their customers. The surroundings are crucial to the customer experience, and our products are very important for the impression of a plenary hall. With superior products and professionally based advising, we will help our customers to give their customers the best possible experience. Our mission is therefore: We make our customers more attractive to their customers!"

The candy-looking appearance of the seats have really made their way outside Norway with the fluffy

Trondheim Kino has gone all the way in terms of its concept and has taken a serious note on setting the standard, not only in Norway but also for the rest of Scandinavia when it comes to conceptual thinking.

These two boutique cinema screens are first-of-their-kind in Norway, their exclusive nature impacted the choice of fabric, colours and add-on options.

Prytania Theatre: The Aural Experience at One-of-aKind New Orleans Theatre

Bought in 1995 by Rene Brunet and currently owned by his son, Robert Brunet, the Brunet family has operated theatres in the New Orleans area for more than 115 years, a tradition that now spans four generations. The family's deep roots in vintage cinema still reflect in the interior décor and twice-weekly showings of classic films, have prompted the Brunet family for an elated update to offer patrons the very best cinema experience…

In some ways, the Prytania Theatre in New Orleans harkens back to a bygone era. It has been in continuous operation as a neighbourhood movie house since 1914, and it is the last remaining single-screen commercial theatre in the South. But while the interior décor evokes the mid-20th century heyday of Hollywood, a recent technology upgrade has launched the Prytania Theatre into the future with 4K laser digital projection and Dolby Atmos immersive audio powered by Meyer Sound cinema series loudspeakers.

The Prytania Theatre was purchased in 1995 by Rene Brunet and is currently owned by his son,

Robert Brunet. The Brunet family has operated theatres in the New Orleans area for more than 115 years, a tradition that now spans four generations.

Although the family's deep roots in vintage cinema are reflected in the interior décor and twice-weekly showings of classic films, dedication

to offering patrons the very best cinema experience prompted the upgrade to a Barco SP4K 15C 4K laser projector and the Dolby CP950A Dolby Atmos audio system comprising 51 Meyer Sound selfpowered loudspeakers. The entire technology renovation was entrusted to Omaha-based Strong Technical Services.

"We had put in a new Dolby CP650 7.1 system after hurricane Katrina in 2007 and it worked fine," reflects Robert Brunet, "but after the pandemic faded, we really wanted to offer our patrons something specialthe best of the best. We knew Dolby Atmos was the way to go, and we

"A lot of times a powerful system can be too bright in scenarios with mainly dialogue. But the Meyer Sound system was clear and natural, never fatiguing. When you need it to bang it will do it, but with dialogue, the accuracy and fidelity shine through."

– Robert Brunet, Owner, Prytania Theatre

also wanted a speaker system with the power and punch to take full advantage of the format. I was familiar with Meyer Sound equipment for live performances, and when I found out they had cinema systems I knew that would be the winning combination. It certainly did not disappoint."

The first showing with the new system was Top Gun: Maverick. The sonic improvement was startling, according to Brunet.

"Our post-Katrina system was quite good but the new Meyer Sound system just blew it away," he recalls. "What I heard with that movie pushed every button. When the jets flew by, the building literally shook, yet you also heard every detail with clarity and pinpoint positioning. It was very impressive."

The clarity and dynamic range also enhanced quieter scenes, says Brunet. "A lot of times a powerful system can be too bright in scenarios with mainly dialogue. But the Meyer Sound system was clear and natural, never fatiguing. When you need it to bang it will do it, but with dialogue, the accuracy and fidelity shine through."

While Top Gun: Maverick showcased special effects, two later showingsElvis and Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody - shifted the emphasis to musicality. "These days, when we play a movie like Top Gun or Elvis we get a lot more positive comments," says Brunet. "'The sound is really great,' they'll say. 'What did you do in here?'"

The screen channels for the system employ three Acheron Studio cinema loudspeakers, with four X 800C cinema subwoofers driving the lowfrequency effects (LFE) channel. The Atmos surround channels are carried by 32 HMS 10 and two HMS 12 surround loudspeakers, bolstered by two USW 210P subwoofers for bass management. Fill speakers for the balcony, configured in two zones, are

eight MM 4XP miniature self-powered loudspeakers.

Spearheading the project on behalf of Strong Technical Services was Director of Sales Travis Henning, who coordinated design and commissioning efforts in consultation with Meyer Sound Program Manager for Cinema and Residential Jay Wyatt. Before taking over the reins of the family cinemas from his father, Robert Brunet was involved extensively in the promotion of live concerts and electronic dance music (EDM) events, and today he continues as a principal partner in the promotion company, Amps Events.

"I've been a big fan of Meyer Sound concert systems for decades," he says. "I was always impressed with the power and fidelity of the sound at venues with Meyer loudspeakers, but I was not familiar with the company's cinema systems. When I heard about the cinema line, it was an easy decision to go down that road."

Brunet is confident that the new Meyer Sound system will not only showcase the sounds of today's cinema but also add new life to past classics. The Prytania Theatre is in the process of restoring 35mm and 70mm film projectors to offer screenings of vintage film masterpieces in their original format. In addition to first-run and classic films, the Prytania Theatre also hosts

special events, including regular presentations of the cult phenomenon, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The Classic Movie series, with daytime screenings every Sunday and Wednesday, hosts feature such as Singing in the Rain, Sunset Boulevard, Citizen Kane, and The Searchers

Strong Technical Services (STS) has deep roots in cinema technology, extending back to the 1930s when it was created as a service provider of sound reproducers for film projectors. Now a wholly owned subsidiary of Fundamental Global Holdings (FGH), STS employs a staff of more than 85 with business across three operating segments: Equipment Sales, Managed Services, and Field Services.

8-9 AUGUST 2023, CHENNAI, INDIA

The Sixth Edition of the Big Cine Expo is being held on 8-9 August 2023 in Chennai, India. This mega event is the only convention and tradeshow for single-screen, multiplex, malls and theatrical distribution industries in Asia and India.

Big Cine Expo 2023 is all set to roll out its carpet in Chennai for the international tradeshow and convention at the Chennai Trade Centre (CTC), India. The event will provide large prospects for different industries to connect and open new business opportunities for its attendees, while also serving as the one-stop-shop for local cinemas.

Once again, Big Cine Expo promises an interactive platform that will add value to single-screen cinemas, multiplexes, B2B stakeholders of cinema and entertainment. Being the only cinema exhibition convention and trade show in Asia and India, the event aids as a learning centre for building best-in class cinemas. The 2-day event facilitates a platform

"Domestic as well as international entities unite together, socialize and share their thoughts. I'm really looking forward to attend the event and witness some great work and some innovative concepts. Such initiatives are really helpful for entrepreneurs in the cinema industry and ancillary businesses"

– Subhash Ghai, Filmmaker

for discovery, collaboration and networking for the cinema exhibition industry in India. The event will facilitate Product Displays, Demos, Product Presentations, Studio Presentations, Seminars, Panel Discussions, Awards Programs, and Special Events, Film Screenings as well as B2B meeting and trade shows.

"Of all the awards that I have received, receiving this award at Big Cine Expo as an appreciation for my contribution means much more because I would rather get a packed house in a theatre than five star reviews. I have witnessed the journey of cinemas from sitting on wooden seats to the quality that is provided today. I have travelled over, and nowhere in the world is the cinematic experience better than India's, our quality and standards are unmatched"

– Farah Khan, Filmmaker, Choreographer and Actor

"It is wonderful to know that Network208 is organising the 5th edition of Big Cine Expo after a gap of two years at Chennai. Big Cine Expo is held in high esteem for all stakeholders in the cinema exhibition industry as a means to network with the who's who in the film business. The last two years have been quite challenging for the film exhibition industry due to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. But thanks to the movie-going culture and love for films among audiences, we have started witnessing a 'V' shape recovery in the Theatrical and Film business. This year, PVR is celebrating an important milestone in its 25th year of operations and we wish the organisers and TheatreWorld all success for the expo in this landmark year"

– Ajay Bijli, Chairman and Managing Director, PVR INOX

"The exhibition business in India is the most ignored aspect of film industry. I have always been a great believer in the strength of India's exhibition sector; I think Big Cine Expo is the only event which brings single-screen, multiplexes, specialised distribution, technology and all kinds of aspects under one roof and celebrates them. I am really excited to be a part of this event. I want to thank everyone for honouring me but more than that I want to be present with the experts and learn how we can collaborate and innovate to take our film industry forward and ensure that we have good cinema exhibition in every single part of India"

– Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, Filmmaker

WHY INDIA?

Asian countries are surging ahead. India is one of the world's emerging economies with the entertainment sector occupying a dominant position. In fact, Indian cinema industry is second on to Hollywood in size. The highest number of cinema screens and highest number of movie releases belong to South India and is considered the top market for cinema exhibition in India. The 21st century belongs to Asia, more specifically to China and India, the two fastest growing economies of the world. By 2025, China and India are expected to be the second and third largest economies respectively. The field for technical expertise and equipment is rising in potential in the cinema theatre market in India and other Asian countries, but there is still a gap that needs to be filled in and here lies an opportunity for a viable platform in India to Showcase competencies, safeguard interests and share expertise with Asia and the rest of the world.

VISITOR PROFILE

Cinema Theatre Owners, Theatre Top Management, Cinema Theatre Contractors, Theatre Consultants, Cinema Consultants, Mall Operators, Cinema Interior Designers, Theatre

Managers, Architects, Theatre Technicians, AV Installers, Projectionists, Sound Specialists, Lighting Specialists, Acoustical Consultants, Top Studio Operators, Cinema Distributors

EXHIBITOR PROFILE

Screens, 3D System, 3D Glasses, 4D System, Digital Cinema, E-Cinema,

Projectors, Speakers, Theatre Technicians, Amplifiers, Processor, Servers, Seating, Lighting, Signage, TMS, Acoustics, Cinema, Automation, Carpet, Concession, In-Theatre Dining, Box-office, Lamps, Architecture, Amusement, Gaming, Immersive Seating, Ticketing, Kiosks, Mobile Payment, Cables, Popcorn, Merchandise, HVAC, Real Estate, Interior Designers, Franchising

REVIEW

Since 1992, CineEurope has been the largest and longest-running convention dedicated to cinema operators in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The convention takes place annually during the summer where cinema owners, international film business professionals and key industry suppliers come together in the city of Barcelona to network and discover the latest industry trends.

During CineEurope, the visitors get a chance to experience exclusive screenings and products presentations of upcoming films from Hollywood studios, independent European film companies, sponsored events, timely and informative seminars and a cutting-edge trade show. This year, CineEurope held its 32nd Edition at Barcelona and was packed with a wide range of screenings and presentations by many famous studios and brands.

Highlights

•UNIC Programming – Driving Commercial Success Through People

•Engaging Audiences & The Future of the Theatre Industry

19-22 June 2023

Barcelona, Spain

•Special Studio Spotlight Presentation from Lionsgate Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

•Creative Europe and Unifrance Presentation

•Mubi Product Presentation

•Sony Pictures International Presentation (CCIB Auditorium)

•The Coca-Cola Sustainability Seminar - How Consumers are Embracing Sustainability

•Universal Pictures International Presentation

•CineEurope Focus Sessions on the Trade Show Floor

•Piracy Gets Commercial: Are You Ready for the Competition?

•Sustainable Cinema Design

•STUDIOCANAL Presentation

•Warner Bros. Pictures International Presentation

•Paramount Pictures International Presentation

•Gruvi Presentation: How to Leverage Audience Data Insights to Prospect for New Customers and Increase the Frequency of your Current Cinemagoers

•How Can Cinemas Prepare For the Next Wave of Marketing Innovations: Social, AI and AR

•Walt Disney Motion Pictures International Product Presentation

•The Walt Disney Studios: Special Screening: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

• INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITOR OF THE YEARNordisk Film Cinemas

(Accepted by Asger Flygare Bech-Thomsen)

• INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR - Tonis Kiis, Warner Bros. Pictures International

• COMSCORE EUROPEAN BOX OFFICE

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDUniversal Pictures International (Accepted by Paul Higginson)

• UNIC AWARD OF ACHIEVEMENT - HansJoachim Flebbe, ASTOR Film Lounge

• COCA-COLA & CINEEUROPE

SUSTAINABILITY AWARDKinopolis Management

Multiplex GmbH (Germany)

(Accepted by Dr. Gregory Theile and Andreas Hufer)

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. From exclusive Hollywood product presentations debuting a slate of upcoming films, to mustsee premiere feature screenings, to the biggest stars, producers and directors, CinemaCon will jumpstart the excitement and buzz that surrounds the holiday season (and beyond) at the box office.

The CinemaCon schedule was broad, diverse, educational and exciting. Featuring the largest cinema trade show in the world, which made it appealing and attractive to all facets of the international motion picture theatre industry includingexhibition, distribution, marketing, publicity and advertising, internet, and social media and of course, the theatre equipment and concessions manufacturers and dealers who will showcase the

24 - 27 April 2023

Las Vegas, USA

latest technological advances and innovative concession offerings at the trade show, which is run in association with our partners at ICTA and NAC.

When it comes to CinemaCon 2024, the best is yet to come. And when it comes to Celebrating the Moviegoing Experience, it all starts at Caesars Palace in 2024 at CinemaCon, the Official Convention of NATO.

Highlights

•MOVIE THEATRES AREN'T GOING ANYWHERE by Jeffrey Cole, Director of the Centre for the Digital Future, USC

In this keynote, Cole focuses on how theatres faced disruption and lived to tell the story demonstrating to all their clear and essential part in the opening of motion pictures. Jeffrey Cole has been at the forefront of media and communication technology issues both in the U.S. and internationally for the past three decades. An expert in the field of technology and emerging media, Cole serves as an adviser to governments and

leading companies around the world as they craft digital strategies.

•NATIONAL CINEMA DAY: A GLOBAL EVENT

From the public's immediate embrace, the great press and media received and thanks to an unequalled collaborative effort between exhibition and distribution, the first-time initiative was also a huge success. How do we assess and build on this success? And how to we broaden the scope of National Cinema Day to make it a truly recognized global event? Panelled by: Eduardo Acuna, President, Cinépolis-Americas, Chris Aronson, President, Domestic Distribution, Paramount Pictures, Bobbie Bagby Ford, CCO and EVP, B&B Theatres, Tim Richards, Founder & CEO, Vue International

•Sony Pictures Entertainment Kicks Things Off with an Exclusive Presentation

Highlighting its Upcoming Releases

Hosted by: Tom Rothman, Chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Entertainment MotionPicture Group, Josh Greenstein, President, Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion PictureGroup, Steven O'Dell, President, International Releasing, Adrian Smith, President, Domestic Releasing.

•‘THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY’ AND STUDIO PRESENTATION FROM WARNER BROS. PICTURES

• DLP Cinema Presents: "A Salute to the Top Films of 2022"

•NATO Marquee Award

Presentation by Rolando Rodriguez, Senior Advisor, Marcus Corp. and Influx and Chairman, NATO

•WARNER BROS.

PICTURES: SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING OF 'THE FLASH' Warner Bros.

Pictures presents 'The Flash', directed by Andy Muschietti (the 'IT' films, 'Mama'). Ezra Miller reprises their role as Barry Allen in the DC Super Hero's first-ever standalone feature film.

•COMMUNITY BUILDING AT YOUR CINEMA THROUGH CREATIVE MARKETING - This panel will offer practical advice on how to increase customer loyalty, generate publicity, make sure that elected officials are aware of the impact your business has, and ultimately drive more attendance.

Panelled by: Luke Parker Bowles, Co-Founder and CEO, Cinema Lab, Eric Carr, SVP, In-Theatre Marketing, Universal Pictures, Gabriella Gomez. Managing Member, Department of Influence, LLC, Michael Kustermann, Chief Experience Officer, Alamo Drafthouse

•WALT DISNEY STUDIOS INVITES YOU TO ITS 2023 PRESENTATION HIGHLIGHTING ITS

UPCOMING RELEASE SCHEDULE, FOLLOWED BY A SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING OF 20TH CENTURY STUDIOS' ‘THE BOOGEYMAN’

Hosted By: Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman Disney Entertainment, Tony Chambers, EVP, Head of Theatrical Distribution, The Walt DisneyCompany

•UNIVERSAL PICTURES AND FOCUS FEATURES: SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Hosted by: Donna Langley, Chairman, Universal Film Entertainment Group, Peter Levinsohn, Vice Chairman and Chief Distribution Officer, Universal Film Entertainment Group, Jim Orr, President, Domestic Distribution, Universal Pictures Veronika

Kwan Vandenberg, President, International Distribution, Universal Pictures

Addressing cinema exhibitors 'Soldiers on the Front Line' says,"Thank you for riding with me for a quarter of a century," who added, "I like this room better than the Oscars. And you know I really mean that … because all those people who are sitting in the audience in the Oscars, are only there because of you."

- Vin Diesel, American Actor and Film Producer

TheatreWorld’s Raghav and Himanshu at CinemaCon 2023

EVENT CALENDER 2023

8-9 AUGUST BIG CINE EXPO CHENNAI, INDIA www.bigcineexpo.com

26-28 SEPTEMBER KINO EXPO ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA www.kinoexpo.ru

4-6 OCTOBER EXPOCINE SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL www.expocine.com.br

23-26 OCTOBER SHOWEAST FLORIDA, USA www.showeast.com

31 OCT - 2 NOV AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL MOVIE CONVENTION GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA www.movieconvention.com.au

7-8 NOVEMBER META CINEMA FORUM DUBAI, UAE www.menacinema.com

4-7 DECEMBER CINEASIA BANGKOK, THAILAND www.cineasia.com

2024

8-11 APRIL CINEMACON LAS VEGAS, USA www.cinemacon.com

International, Peter Kujawski, Chairman, Focus Features, Lisa Bunnell, President, Domestic Theatrical Distribution, Focus Features

•‘Globally Speaking: A Look at the Global Marketplace’

Moderated by: Julien Marcel, CEO, The Boxoffice Company

Panelled by: Tony Chambers, EVP, Head of Theatrical Distribution, The Walt Disney Company, Jane Hastings, Managing Director and CEO, EVT.

•‘Movie Marketing: Welcome to the Digital Age’

Panelled by: Danielle Bekas, Co-Executive Vice President, International Marketing, WarnerBros. Pictures, Dan Green, Group Director of Digital, Vue International, Stephanie Mills, Director, Sales, Marketing & Content, Hoyts, and Alex Sanger, EVP, Digital Marketing, Universal Pictures

•NAC SEMINAR: CONCESSION, BAR AND KITCHEN (RE)DESIGN IN TODAY'S ENVIRONMENT

This panel will discuss the past, current and future designs of concession areas, bars, and kitchens for theatres and FEC designs. Capital Expenditure projects can be expensive, so if your company is looking to build new or need to redesign current facilities, come listen to today's leading experts for tips big or small.

Sales, Proctor Companies, Matt Kopp, Relationship Manager, Vivian Company

• ICTA SEMINAR: BEYOND THE PLF - THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND EVENT CINEMA AND LIVE EVENT

Moderated by: Loren Nielsen, VP, Content & Strategy, DTS

Panelled by: Jason Brenek, CEO, MetaMedia, Kirk Griffin, Director, Presentation, Technologies, Harkins

Theatres, Nick Mitchell, Chief Technology Officer, DCDC, Kristina Warner, EVP, Marketing and Live Events, Iconic Releasing.

•PARAMOUNT PICTURES INVITES YOU TO AN EXCLUSIVE PRESENTATION

HIGHLIGHTING ITS UPCOMING SLATE

Hosted by: Brian Robbins, President and CEO, Chris Aronson, President, Domestic Distribution.

•LIONSGATE INVITES YOU TO ITS 2023 STUDIO PRESENTATION INCLUDING A SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING OF ‘JOY RIDE’

Hosted by: Adam Fogelson, Vice Chairman, Motion Picture Group, David Spitz, President, Worldwide Theatrical Distribution

17-20 JUNE CINEEUROPE BARCELONA, SPAIN www.cineeurope.net

Panelled by: Keith Black, President, Prime Ticket, Inc. Michael Giacinto, Director of

•Cinemacon 'Big Screen Achievement Awards', Brought to You By The Coca-Cola Company Emceed by by Kevin Frazier, Host, 'Entertainment Tonight'

F U T U R E R E L E S E S A

A glimpse of movies coming soon…

Back on the Strip

Production

Luminosity Director

Chris Spencer

Starring

Kevin Hart, Bill Bellamy

Genre

Comedy

The Last Voyage of the Demeter

Production

Universal Pictures Director

André Øvredal

Starring

David Dastmalchian, Jon Jon Briones

Genre

Horror, Suspense

Asteroid City

Production

Focus Features Director

Wes Anderson

Starring

Adrien Brody, Bryan Cranston

Genre

Comedy Drama

Run Rabbit Run

Production

XYZ Films Director

Daina Reid

Starring

Sarah Snook, Greta Scacchi

Genre

Horror, Thriller

The Equalizer 3

Production

Columbia Pictures Director

Antoine Fuqua

Starring

Denzel Washington

Dakota Fanning

Genre

Action

Bird Box Barcelona

Production

Chris Morgan Prod. Director

David Pastor

Starring

Georgina Campbell, Diego Calva

Genre

Mystery, Sci-Fi

Insidious: The Red Door

Production

Sony Pictures Director

Patrick Wilson

Starring

Rose Byrne, Patrick Wilson

Genre

Horror, Suspense

Oppenheimer

Production Syncopy Inc., Director

Christopher Nolan

Starring

Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt

Genre

Biography, Drama

Production Lionsgate Director

Adele Lim

Starring

Ashley Park, Chris Pang

Genre

Comedy

Mission: Impossible – Dead

Reckoning Part One

Production

Skydance Media Director

Christopher McQuarrie

Starring

Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames

Genre

Action, Adventure

Production

Margot Robbie Director

Greta Gerwig

Starring

Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling

Genre

Comedy, Romance

Production

MACRO Media Director

Juel Taylor

Starring

Jamie Foxx, Kiefer Sutherland

Genre

Comedy, Mystery

Haunted Mansion

Production

Walt Disney Director

Justin Simien

Starring

LaKeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson

Genre

Comedy, Drama

Production

Marvel Studios Director

Nia DaCosta

Starring

Brie Larson, Iman Vellani

Genre

Action, Adventure

Joy Ride

They Cloned Tyrone

The Marvels

Barbie

The Beanie Bubble

Production

Apple Studios

Director

Kristin Gore, Damian Kulash

Starring

Zach Galifianakis, Elizabeth Banks

Genre Comedy, Drama

Medusa Deluxe

Production

BBC Film Director

Thomas Hardiman

Starring

Clare Perkins, Kayla Meikle

Genre

Mystery & thriller

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Production

Nickelodeon Movies

Director

Jeff Rowe

Starring

Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr.

Genre Action, Adventure

Gran Turismo

Production

Columbia Pictures

Director

Neill Blomkamp

Starring

Archie Madekwe, David Harbour

Genre Action, Adventure

Heart of Stone

Production

Skydance Media Director

Tom Harper

Starring

Gal Gadot, Jamie

Dornan, Alia Bhatt

Genre

Action, Thriller

Blue Beetle

Production

DC Studios

Director

Angel Manuel Soto

Starring

Xolo Maridueña, Bruna Marquezine

Genre Action, Adventure

Strays

Production

Apelles Entert.

Director

Ben Wheatley

Starring

Jason Statham, Jing Wu

Genre Action, Adventure

Production

Universal Pictures

Director

Josh Greenbaum

Starring Will Ferrell, Jamie Foxx,

Genre

Adventure, Comedy

The Meg 2: The Trench

Jailer

Production

Sun Pictures Director

Nelson Dilipkumar

Starring

Rajinikanth, Shiva Rajkumar

Genre

Action, Drama

Bhola Shankar

Production

AK Entertainments Director

Meher Ramesh

Starring

Chiranjeevi

Tamannaah

Genre

Action

Animal

Production

Viacom18 Studios Director

Amit Rai

Starring

Akshay Kumar

Pankaj Tripathi

Genre

Comedy, Drama

Rocky Aur Rani Kii

Prem Kahaani

Production

Dharma Productions Director

Karan Johar

Starring

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt

Genre

Karan Johar

Production

Puri Connects Director

Puri Jagannadh

Starring

Vijay Deverakonda

Pooja Hegde

Genre Action

Production

T-Series Director

Sandeep R Vanga

Starring

Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika

Mandanna

Genre

Action, Thriller

Production

Zee Studios Director

Anil Sharma

Starring

Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel

Genre

Drama

Production

JA Entertainment Director

Arun Gopalan

Starring

John Abraham

Genre Action

OMG 2

Tariq Jana Gana Mana (JGM)

Gadar 2