The Latest Cinema and Exhibition Industry News for 06-12-2011

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2011-12-06
Film fans fight against cinema's digital takeover - As traditional cinemas across the UK close down and the equipment that screened a thousand blockbusters is scrapped to make way for the digital revolution, a group of Wirral enthusiasts is battling to keep the projected film image flickering.
Source: Wirral Globe - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Martin Scorsese considers shooting all his future films in 3D - Following the success of Hugo, the director says his previous films such as Taxi Driver might have benefited from stereoscopy
Source: The Guardian - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
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. Currently, the Asia region has approximately 7,000 digital screens. China alone has around 3,000 new screens either planned or under construction. China, India, Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries are the most rapidly expanding cinema markets.
Source: Film Journal - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Arts Alliance Media Enters German Digital Cinema Market with Cinestar, Germany - Arts Alliance Media (AAM) has announced a digital cinema deal with CineStar, Germany
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
SENSIO Appoints Diana Cantu as Vice-President, Business Development, Live 3D - Digital-cinema and satellite-industry veteran to bring extensive network and proven track record of business development
Source: Market Watch - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
A rare film treat in Hailsham - FILM FANS will be treated to a rare treasure at Halisham Pavilion as the cinema marks its 90th anniversary with a screening of romantic drama, The Sheik (PG), originally released in 1921.
Source: Sussex Express - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
British Director Ken Russell Dies at 84 - The iconic filmmaker's death comes just as his controversial religious drama "The Devils" is readied for DVD release.
Source: Hollywood Reporter - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
IMAX Signs Revenue Sharing Agreement in the UK With Cineworld Group - Leading UK Exhibitor to Open Three New IMAX Locations in England and Scotland
Source: Market Watch - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Campaigners write to Royals to help save Odeon - Campaigners are hoping to get the royal seal of approval on their bid to save a historic cinema.
Source: Kensington and Chelsea Chronicle - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Odeon moves into f-commerce with transactional booking app - Odeon, the cinema chain, is moving into social commerce with the launch of its first-fully transactional Facebook app, which enables cinema-goers to book tickets without leaving the social networking site.
Source: Marketing Magazine - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Don't keep it reel: why there's life after 35mm - As digital takes over, many in the film industry are mourning the death of 35mm film after 120 years in the business. But it's time to move on to a far more flexible format
Source: Guardian - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Doremi and XDC Extend Their Collaboration with a Business Agreement - Doremi Cinema has signed an agreement with XDC for the supply of its digital cinema products and services. Under the agreement Doremi Cinema is to provide support for XDC cinema customers equipped with Doremi Cinema servers.
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Electric Palace cinema in Harwich celebrates centenary - The 100th anniversary of one of the oldest active independent cinemas in the country is being marked in Essex.
Source: BBC News - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Carmike Cinemas Announces the Unveiling of the Critically Acclaimed Signature "BIGD" Ultimate Entertainment Experience at the Majestic 12 in Vibrant Downtown Chattanooga - Get ready next week for a dramatic new level in the theatre-going entertainment experience in Chattanooga
Source: Market Watch - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Doremi Cinema Named AHL - AHL cinemas to install over 800 Doremi DCI compliant servers and IMB systems
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Rowley Leigh teams up with Odeon at Whiteleys' Lounge cinema - Veteran London chef Rowley Leigh has teamed up with cinema operator Odeon to consult on the food offer at its new boutique cinema, the Lounge, at Whiteleys shopping centre.
Source: Caterer Search - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Dcinema Alliance Corp. in Phillipines Enters into Digital Cinema Deployment Agreements with Major Studios - DCinema Alliance Corp. (
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Ashford Cineworld cinema to add extra screens as demand soars - A BUSY cinema has been given permission to build an extra three screens to accommodate hundreds of new customers.
Source: This Is Kent - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
FOCUX to Launch the World First Wireless Cinema Audio Processor CM24 in CineAsia 2011 - FOCUX Technology LLC. the world leading provider of digital audio and visual products, is pleased to announce the new product launch of CM24 Wireless Digital Cinema Processor.
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM

2011-12-06
Kinoton Sets Standards at Germany's Most Advanced Film Theatre - The newly opened cinema multiplex at Papenburg in northern Germany is definitely the country
Source: D Cinema Today - Editor: VM
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