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Envysion a better business: Cinemark takes surveillance to the next level
With the New Year upon us, it is time to think balance sheets, budgets and how to better one’s business. More »
Laser focus: With new technologies, Barco proposes premium cinema experiences for all
“It is important that the market gets a good view and perspective on what is possible and coming,” Wim Buyens tells Film Journal International about the newest technology on hand and latest developments in store for cinemas at Barco. More »
Thanks for the memories: It's the end of an era as 35mm film declines
Almost since it was patented in 1889 by George Eastman, when Queen Victoria was on the English throne, the Eiffel Tower was inaugurated in Paris, and The Coca-Cola Company was incorporated in Atlanta, celluloid 35mm has been the format of choice for the film industry. More »
On with the 3D show: Keith Collea and Createasphere coach filmmakers in-depth
“3D is here to stay. It is not going anywhere,” promises noted stereographer Keith Collea of 3D Film Arts. More »
Higher calling: Christie takes China and frame rates to the next level
“Christie recognized a number of years ago that China was in a perfect position to move very rapidly from analog 35mm to digital,” notes Jack Kline of Christie Digital Systems USA. More »
Digital vanguard: Asian market leads the way in d-cinema deployments
In 2011, Asia (and in particular China) continues to lead the global market with digital conversions being driven by a boom in new cinema construction as well as the ongoing retrofit of existing cinemas. More »
Conversion made easy: Sony offers flexible digital financing options
The transition to digital cinema is a reality, but so are the conversion costs for an exhibitor. More »
Wide-open future: Exploring the exciting possibilities of tomorrow's cinema experience
With digital cinema expected to achieve a global majority towards the end of the year, no one can have any doubt that the future of cinema is digital. More »
Moving the image forward: MiT marks another milestone with digital projector deal
“I firmly believe that if you don’t love this silly little business of ours, you are at a disadvantage,” says Joe Delgado, co-founder and executive VP, sales and marketing, of Fountain Valley, Calif.-based Moving iMage Technologies. More »
Designs on the future: Leading architects discuss the way ahead for cinemas
Last October, Film Journal International previewed some exciting cinema projects that had not yet seen the light of day. More »
Social studies: Inviting the outside world into the modern movie theatre
I’m not a sociologist. Going to the movies has often been described as an escape from normal everyday life. People go to the movies to be emotionally immersed in an environment that excludes reminders of their daily routine. More »
Digital accessibility: Exhibition industry aims to deliver entertainment for all
At CinemaCon 2011 in Las Vegas, the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) hosted a special Accessibility Demonstration for Digital Cinema. Alongside legislative mandates across many states and numerous community commitment programs that North American theatre circuits have in place, NATO deserves special credit for calling attention to the opportunities afforded by digital technologies in providing access to all guests. More »
Stylish dimensions: 3D glasses get personal
Never mind the media and analyst chatter about ticket buyers having had enough of 3D, audiences getting wise about bad 3D movies (moviegoers have always been smart about what’s good) and families trying to save money on 3D surcharges by going to the 2D show instead. More »
Won't you be my neighbor? Acoustics play a big role in mixed-use developments
Cinemas have long served as destination tenants in mixed-use real estate developments. More »
Channeling Cinedigm: Focus on core strategies includes exhibitor participation
It has been a busy time at Cinedigm Digital Cinema Corp. (www.cinedigm.com) since Chris McGurk joined “the global leader in the digital-cinema industry” as chairman and chief executive officer in January 2011. More »
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Film Review: The Woman in Black
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Film Review: Big Miracle
Fictional treatment of the 1988 effort to rescue three whales trapped under Alaskan ice features a wide-ranging cast of characters and offers solid family entertainment. More »
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