With two 55,000 lumen Christie RGB pure laser projectors as part of a Cinity Cinema System, Cineplex Aachen celebrated a technological premiere in Europe that attracted internationally renowned filmmakers as the first cinema in Germany with a Cinity Cinema System. The projectors were supplied and installed by Ecco Cine Supply & Service, and a second installation is planned for Cinetower in Alsdorf.
Christie projectors are powering the screenings at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, which is running now through 25. This marks the 18th year that Christie has partnered with Cannes, and its projectors, both RGB pure laser illumination and its new series 4 Xenon-based systems, will be used in 24 spaces throughout the festival, including at the flagship Grand Théâtre Lumière room.
Barco today announced a special Cannes screening program showcasing critically acclaimed titles, prepared for and screened in the groundbreaking HDR by Barco format. The carefully curated slate highlights festival winners from Belgium, Italy, Germany, and the United States, making their global debut in breathtaking Barco HDR Lightsteering. Barco’s HDR film series will be held May 16-22 in Theatre 8 at the Cinéum Cannes Theatre.
Cinecittà, Germany’s largest multiplex, has recently installed 12 Christie RGB pure laser projectors, with more to follow. Ecco Cine Supply & Service supplied and installed the projectors.
Christie is the official projection partner of the Independent Cinemas Australia Conference 2024, which is taking place in Sydney from May 8-10.
SM Cinema, the largest exhibitor in the Philippines, and Imax Corporation today announced a significant expansion to their longstanding partnership, with ten Imax with Laser systems. The deal will bring the Imax Experience to three new locations, as well as seven Imax with Laser upgrades to existing systems across the SM Cinema network. Three of the upgraded locations are expected to open in 2024, with the remaining locations set to open before the end of 2026.
CineNova and Imax Corporation today announced a new partnership to install four new Imax with Laser systems in Turkey. This agreement is the first collaboration between the two companies and will bring the first-ever premium Imax with Laser systems to the country, marking a significant milestone for the market.
Ōma Cinema in Mougins, France, has installed Christie projection in the new facility. Inspired by traditional Italian-style opera house balconies – and resembling a futuristic sci-fi layout – Ōma Cinema features innovative architecture, utilizing circular seating pods as part of a premium auditorium concept to improve viewing. Christie partner Cinewest chose the CP4435-RGB laser projector to deliver advanced Digital Cinema Initiative compliant cinema projection, paired with a custom 7.1 sound system.
Supercines, Ecuador’s largest cinema chain, has just opened the 10-screen multiplex Supercines Orellana, which has been equipped with Christie cinema technology, including RGB pure laser projectors, Christie Vive Audio and LCD digital signage displays. T&T Cinema supplied and installed all Christie equipment in the new complex.
Appotronics International Limited showcased its ALPD laser light source technology for cinema last week at CinemaCon 2024.
