The Digital Cinema Distribution Coalition’s live theatrical event footprint has now surpassed 1,030 sites, expanding the opportunity to bring more consumers together for exclusive live cinema experiences.
PVR Limited has opened Lucknow's largest cinema in Lulu Mall, the biggest shopping center in the city. The 11-screen theatre will increase the company's presence in Uttar Pradesh to 158 screens spread across 32 properties, and consolidate its influence in North India, where it will have 438 screens spread across 100 properties.
Spending in cinemas in Ireland surged during the February mid-term break as parents sought to keep their children occupied, according to data from the Bank of Ireland.
Roxy Cinemas and Scrabble Entertainment have installed Sharp NEC laser projection technology in Roxy’s new Dubai Hills project. The companies say they are the largest premium large format screens in the Middle East and North Africa, measuring 28 meters by 15.1 meters. At 423 square meters, the Roxy Xtreme screen is the size of two tennis courts. With two NEC NC3541L 4K RB laser projectors, Dubai Hills is taking advantage of RB laser technology delivering compelling benefits in terms of image quality, cost, and operational efficiency.
Electronics giant Samsung has partnered with the Picturehouse U25 Membership, in tandem with the launch of the new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, in a deal brokered by Digital Cinema Media and Starcom.
Cielo has partnered with Scrabble Entertainment to provide innovation around intelligence and analytics through its Cielo Command, Cinema Essentials, Automation, and Director package software.
AegiSolve has released its latest eBook, Secure Silicon for Digital Cinema through the Lens of AI. The new complimentary guide explores the importance of secure silicon for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information and the proper functioning of digital cinema systems.
The National Association of Theatre Owners has appointed Michael P. O’Leary to be its president and CEO beginning May 1. He will succeed John Fithian, who is retiring.
Cineplexx Austria has agreed to install three new Imax with Laser projection systems in Austria and Kosovo. This will be the first theatre in Kosovo with Imax projection.
AMC is collaborating with Walmart on an exclusive launch of AMC’s all new lines of microwave and ready-to-eat popcorn items, beginning with featured endcaps, which prominently display AMC Perfectly Popcorn in select Walmart locations around the United States. The new popcorn line will be available to the public on March 11.
