Weathering the Storm: MPAA's Dan Glickman says movies offer relief in
The economy is the dark cloud over everything, Dan Glickman reflects, addressing our annual state-of-the-industry conversation in broad terms. Were in for generally bleak economic times& I cant tell you for how long, of course, but were all operating within that environment.
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A Hollywood tour: Movie-centric events extend award fever
Welcome to our exclusive look at events and excitement surrounding the 81st Annual Academy Awards of Merit. Last year, this author encouraged a more respectful showcase for the Golden Boy, and on Feb. 22 the talents behind this years lively broadcast defied the naysayers.
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State of the industry: NATO's John Fithian analyzes a 'recession-resil
Ive been saying this for a while, but I really do think this is a big year for this transition, declares John Fithian, president and chief executive officer of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO).
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Spotlighting the brand: AMC aligns theatres with awards excitement
With another great awards season barely behind us, Film Journal International is offering an exclusive look at some of the creative ways exhibitors tie in their theatres to the very best that our great industry has to offer.
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Premiere performance: Texas-based exhibitor brings lifelong dedication
I just realized I dont even have a theatre in my own hometown, laughs Gary Moore, founder and chief executive officer of Premiere Cinema Corporation.
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New cinemas of 2008, part 3: Seeking maximum impact in a year of
Exhibitors of all shapes and sizes heard the digital call of 2008. Whether adding digital IMAX MPX systems, Sony SXRD, DLP Cinemas powered by Christie, Barco or Strong/NEC, or Dolby, Doremi or RealD (among other providers), new projection technologies have surely made an impact on theatre expansion.
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U.K.'s Cineworld doubles its digital estate
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AMC sets the table: Fork & Screen concept refines movies & menus
With so many holiday feasts behind us, it seems hard to believe that our readers are asking for more. Even after a full-menu series with Dinner at the Movies, theres apparently still room for dessert.
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New cinemas of 2008, part 2: Trendsetting and tradition
For the second installment of our annual look at new cinema construction, UltraStar Cinemas declaration that A New Star Is Born pretty much sums up how most theatre operators and their architects feel about their 2008 additions.
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Peaceful Times come to Tribeca
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