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Illuminated path: From Burbank to Las Vegas, Christie demos commitment to cinema
“I think we could have a handful of laser projectors installed at premier cinema sites around the world by the end of the year,” predicts Dr. Don Shaw, senior director, product management, at Christie Entertainment Solutions. More »
Technology tutorial: FJI looks at innovations showcased at CinemaCon
Film Journal International made the rounds of the tradeshow at CinemaCon in Las Vegas and reports back on the latest innovations and trends, as outlined by experts at some of the top cinema technology companies. More »
Sounding off: Exhibitors sing the praises of Dolby Atmos
“I think the sound quality is magnificent in our E3 premium auditoriums which feature Dolby Atmos,” says Paul Glantz, chief executive officer of Michigan-based Emagine Entertainment, setting the tone for this exclusive follow-up report on early adoption of Dolby’s revolutionary cinema sound platform that we began in September 2012 with AMC Theatres. More »
Resounding success: Deployment of Dolby Atmos audio format exceeds target
“It has been an incredibly busy and exciting year for Dolby Atmos,” enthuses Stuart Bowling, worldwide technical marketing manager, Dolby Laboratories. “The format has really stepped into its own now. Dolby Atmos is pretty much becoming the de-facto standard for the industry.” More »
Movies à la CineMode: Cinemark uses technology to encourage courtesy
Continuing last month’s coverage about the many ways in which exhibitors are “Rewarding the Audience," we now turn your attention to Cinemark and its innovative CineMode functionality. More »
The King is dead, long live the King! The digital revolution brings exciting opportunities
The global march towards a fully digital-cinema exhibition sector continues apace. Since 35mm became the minority cinema format in January 2012, a net 25,500 new screens were converted during the past year to finish 2012 with very nearly 90,000 digitized screens, or 73 percent of all screens worldwide. More »
Embracing change: Participants at Digital Hollywood's Media Summit ponder the impact of new technologies
Only a few years back, Digital Hollywood and key sponsor Standard & Poor’s annual Media Summit events were more storm than summit. More »
Get the LED in? Shining light on LED fixtures in theatre auditoriums
The question of how much to invest in new lighting systems in the auditorium puzzles building owners and cinema operators alike. More »
Almost complete: Digital transition in Asia nears the finish line
Digital deployments across Asia have entered their final phase, with most major circuits nearing completion and relatively few mainstream independents left to be converted. With existing screen conversions drying up, construction of new world-class, fully digital multiplexes abounds in new and expanding markets More »
From ancient scroll to modern cinema: 5G Studio collaborates on theatre design in China
“China has a remarkable appetite for progressive design,” says architect Mike Voegtle. “The demographic is young and sophisticated, and they are open to embracing new ideas and taking risks on offerings not seen before.” More »
Debating digital: Cinemas left out of the picture at annual NYC tech conference
Digital Hollywood New York (DHNY) is late fall’s annual conference that brings together players from a wide swath of media and entertainment sectors (marketing/advertising, publishing, TV, film, webcasting, mobile options, etc.) to mull the latest trends and challenges. More »
USL @ 30! Technology company celebrates three decades of innovation
“We celebrate the 30th anniversary of our incorporation, but Jack has been in the business way, way longer than that.” More »
Sound design: Jack Cashin records cherished memories
Jack Cashin founded Ultra-Stereo Laboratories, Inc. in 1982, ten years after Robert Altman had hired him “right out of USC Cinema graduate school.” More »
Familiar sounds: Jack and Felicia Cashin keep their business casual
“Jack is a very laid-back guy and I would never picture him working for a corporation,” declares Felicia Cashin, VP of USL, Inc. and manager of the company’s general business operations since 1986. More »
Pride of Lionsgate: Richard Fay accepts Hassanein Humanitarian Award
With over 40 years in the business, Lionsgate president of domestic theatrical distribution Richard “Richie” Fay, recipient of ShowEast’s 2012 Salah M. Hassanein Humanitarian Award, has had the good fortune, distinct advantage and indubitably the requisite skills (not in that particular order) to hold key positions in many corners of the film industry. More »
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