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Strong Cinema, a segment of Ballantyne Strong, Inc., consists of: Strong Technical Services (STS) that offers a comprehensive suite of cinema-focused services, including installation, maintenance, and technical support, to exhibitors throughout the United States. Strong/MDI Screen Systems Inc. one of the world's leading cinema screen manufacturers that produces and sells specialty screens, screen support structures, and other film exhibition equipment for customers globally. Strong Entertainment Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	welcome to Cinionic welcome to wow These days, it’s no longer just about technology, it’s about experiences – WOW experiences. We are a team of cinema and technology experts from around the globe – Barco, ALPD, and CGS – who help you in creating surprising experiences. We combine innovative cinema technologies with our unique and comprehensive service models to guarantee your peace of mind. So you can focus on new ways to surprise and delight your customers for years to come. Together, we engage to deliver a world-class cinema experience - the one you’ve been waiting for. Cinionic Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
USHIO manufactures the highest-quality digital cinema projection bulbs available. USHIO xenon short-arc lamps boast a spectrum that is closer to natural sunlight than that of any other artificial light source. In addition to commercializing products for search and spot lights, which demand precise, powerful white beam lamps, USHIO became the first in the world to develop a xenon short-arc lamp exclusively for large scale, theater-use movie projectors. Ushio America Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	GDC Technology is a leading manufacturer and provider of cinema equipment and solutions including cinema automation systems, cinema servers, cinema enterprise software, cinema storage, cinema audio solutions, and cinema projectors that meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios. GDC Technology Limited Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
SHARP NEC Display Solutions’ Digital Cinema Projector Series offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today. These 3D-capable models enable theaters to deliver stunning digital images regardless of screen size, while simplifying theater management and reducing costs. All of SHARP NEC's digital cinema projectors meet DCI specifications for performance and reliability, meeting the requirements of today’s cinema industry. SHARP NEC also offers full digital signage solutions, highlighted by its award-winning 32”-98” LCD displays, multimedia projectors and desktop monitors for lobbies, concessions and concourses. Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	Christie is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for business, entertainment, and industry. A leading innovator in film projection since 1929 and a pioneer in projection systems since 1979, Christie has established a global reputation as a total service provider and the world's single source manufacturer of a variety of display technologies and solutions. Christie offers comprehensive solutions for cinema, large audience venues, control rooms, business presentations, training facilities, 3D and Virtual Reality, simulation and education as well as industrial and government environments. Christie Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
QSC is the global leader in cinema signal processing, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers for all applications within today's modern cinema entertainment center. Our “SystemSynergy” design approach ensures that the entire system, from source to sound, delivers an audio experience as intended by the filmmakers. Beyond cinema audio for the movies, QSC also provides complete audio systems with network control and monitoring for other areas in the cinema entertainment complex, such as lobbies, concession, food service, arcades, and bowling centers. QSC, LLC Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News

The Inter-Society for the Enhancement of Cinema Presentation, Inc. promotes interactive dialogue and information exchange between cinema-related entities with the goal of resolving issues affecting the overall cinema presentation. Founded in 1978 by Eastman Kodak VP Ken Mason, membership is composed of its four charter trade organizations - International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), and the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) - along with over 40 member companies, made up of trade organizations, motion picture studios, exhibition companies, manufacturers, technical consultants, and other industry stakeholders. Inter‑Society for the Enhancement of Cinema Presentation, Inc Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	The EDCF is a not-for-profit voluntary organisation that aims to act as a "Forum" to discuss key issues surrounding Digital Cinema in Europe. The purpose of EDCF is to provide a basis of common understanding across all European territories of the business and technical matters of digital cinema. European Digital Cinema Forum Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
The International Cinema Technology Association is a global network of professionals in the motion picture industry. Members of the ICTA are those companies that manufacture, service and create the equipment that goes into movie theatres. Our members are on the cutting edge of new technologies and have been the driving force in digital, 3D, immersive sound systems, high frame rates and lasers. The ICTA promotes technological advancements in the motion picture industry through educational seminars and programs. The ICTA logo stands for excellence and professionalism and when on a member’s letterhead signifies that the company is reliable, competent and committed. International Cinema Technology Association Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	For more than a century, the people of SMPTE (pronounced “simp-tee”) have sorted out the details of many significant advances in media and entertainment technology, from the introduction of “talkies” and color television to HD and UHD (4K, 8K) TV. Since its founding in 1916, SMPTE has received an Oscar^® and multiple Emmy^® Awards for its work in advancing moving-imagery engineering across the industry. Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
The Union Internationale des Cinémas/International Union of Cinemas (UNIC) represents the interests of cinema trade associations and cinema operators covering 37 countries in Europe and neighboring regions. UNIC (International Union of Cinemas) Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News

CinemaCon 2022 has been scheduled for April 25 - 28, 2022 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Check the links below for the latest information. CinemaCon Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	CineEurope 2022, has been scheduled for June 20-23, 2022 in Barcelona. CineEurope promises to bring you another year with the very best in exclusive studio screenings and product presentations, cinematic technologies and innovations and educational seminars to keep your business on top of industry trends. CineEurope Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News
CineAsia 2022 has been scheduled for Dec 5-8, 2022 in Bangkok. Check links for more information. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professional come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry. Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com. CineAsia 2022 Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News	ShowEast 2022 scheduled to be held in Miami from Oct 17-20, 2022 at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, features a range of exclusive product presentations and screenings from both Independent and Major Hollywood studios to help you make important programming decisions for the 4th quarter box office. Powerhouse seminars offer valuable insight from top executives on the latest industry trends and concerns; while our EXPO experience offers delegates a glance at the latest and best technologies, entertainment, services, comforts, and conveniences to make their theatres must-attend destinations. ShowEast’s International program draws a large contingency of Latin and South American delegates – more than any other convention of its kind. A one and a half day program dedicated to the latest content and concerns and within this rising region. ShowEast 2022 Home Page Local Directory Page Recent News

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Phoenix Theatre’s 50th Movie Screen Illuminated By Christie Christie projectors bring high-quality imagery to audiences at Phoenix Theatre’s unique locations Grand Rapids, Mich—Jun 28, 2022 Phoenix Theatres is wowing audiences with high-quality, immersive cinematic experiences thanks to Christie® projectors and integrator Integrity Entertainment Systems. In operation since 2000 and recently opening its 50th screen at the new Woodland Mall in Grand Rapids, MI., Phoenix Theatres now has six locations, each reflecting the unique character of its community. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Christie lights up screens across new Lavazza IncluCity Festival Film festival in Toronto includes outdoor cinema village in Distillery Historic District Toronto—Jun 27, 2022 Christie® returns to light up the big screen at the brand-new Lavazza IncluCity Festival, organized by the ICFF. This year’s festivities will transform the iconic cobblestone streets of Toronto’s Distillery Historic District into an outdoor cinema village, celebrating multiculturalism and the best of international cinema from June 27 to July 15. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Showtime Cinemas Opens “All Christie” RGB Pure Laser Multiplex in Kaohsiung The 13-screen Gangshan Showtime Cinemas is the largest multiplex opened in southern Taiwan by the chain to date Taipei—Jun 23, 2022 Christie® is pleased to announce that Showtime Cinemas, the second largest movie theatre chain in Taiwan, has deployed its RGB pure laser cinema projection systems in all auditoriums at the new Gangshan Showtime Cinemas in Kaohsiung. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Christie Showcases Tailored Cinema Solutions at CineEurope 2022 Projection solutions for every screen size and professional services to support AV systems Barcelona, Spain—Jun 15, 2022 Christie® will showcase its industry-leading cinema technologies designed to meet the needs of every screen size at CineEurope, taking place June 20-23 at Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB). Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

GDC Technology at CineEurope 2022: Showcasing the Power of SR Series Media Servers and Supra-5000 Cinema Laser Projector GDC Strengthens Media Server Portfolio with Its Launch of Audio Solutions and FAST High Frame Rate Technology at Europe’s Largest Cinema Trade Show Barcelona—Jun 14, 2022 GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that they will showcase the company’s latest products at CineEurope 2022, the official convention of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), an international trade association representing cinema exhibitors and their national associations across 38 European territories. CineEurope will take place from June 20 to 23 at the Barcelona International Conventions Center (CCIB). GDC is located on Level P1, in meeting room MR131. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

Cinionic Continues Cinema Laser Leadership as the Official Projection Partner for CineEurope 2022 Heads to Barcelona with an expanded all-laser portfolio Kortrijk, Belgium—Jun 2, 2022 Cinionic, the world leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, announces its return to Barcelona as the exclusive projection partner for CineEurope 2022, June 20-23. With over 100,000 projectors installed around the world, Cinionic is laser-focused on driving results for exhibitors through future-ready solutions designed to wow audiences. Cinionic is proud to once again support the exhibition community at CineEurope 2022, powering the studio screenings and presentations throughout the week in the main auditorium of the CCIB with its award-winning laser projection line-up. Read Full • Past Cinionic News • Cinionic Info • Cinionic Site

Cinionic to Open First Powered By CGS Site in Germany Debuts new premium experience at Cineplex Muenster with Cinionic Giant Screen (CGS) Kortrijk, Belgium—May 17, 2022 Cinionic, the world’s leading provider of laser cinema solutions, announces the first Cinionic Giant Screen (CGS) powered by site in Germany, with the debut of Ultimate. powered by CGS in Cineplex Muenster. The theater’s upgrade to its legacy Ultimate brand promises a bigger and brighter premium experience for moviegoers. Read Full • Past Cinionic News • Cinionic Info • Cinionic Site

Festival de Cannes Continues Technical Partnership with Christie Projection role renewed for 16th year at storied international film festival Cannes, France—May 17, 2022 Christie® is delighted to be confirmed as the official projection technology partner for the 75th Cannes Film Festival. The event, which runs May 17-28, will see projectors from across Christie’s broad portfolio powering screens throughout all venues. The Festival is set to welcome approximately 35,000 guests, a significant increase over last year’s 24,000. Christie will provide installation and show support for the occasion, as it celebrates its 16th year as technical partner. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Severtson and Bardan Supply Eight Screens for Cineplanet’s Newest Cinema in Peru’s Mall Aventura Chiclayo, Peru—May 12, 2022 Severtson Screens, a global leader in innovative and quality projection screens for the cinema, commercial, pro AV, and home theater markets, is proud to announce that it has supplied eight cinema screens for Cineplanet’s newest cinema in the Mall Aventura in Chiclayo, Peru, which recently opened March 31. Read Full

Severtson Exhibits Popular Options for Folded Cinema Projection Screens During CineEurope 2022 San Tan Valley, Ariz., USA,—May 10, 2022 Severtson Screens, a global leader in innovative and quality projection screens for the cinema, commercial, pro AV, and home theater markets, is proud to announce that it will feature its most popular options for its acclaimed folded SēVision 3D GX line of cinema projection screens during CineEurope 2022, held in Barcelona, Spain from June 20-23 at Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB), booth # 305. Read Full

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Jun 28, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX, Cines Filmax Adds 4DX Auditorium to Gran Via Location

Jun 23, 2022 Nordisk Film Cinemas Selects CinemaNext for Technical Support Services Across Denmark, Norway & Sweden

Jun 23, 2022 Harkness Screens Unveils New Collaborative Design and Specification Software Platform – myHarkness

Jun 22, 2022 Ireland’s Omniplex Cinema Group Signs with CinemaNext to Upgrade 51 Locations with Laser Light Upgrades from Cinionic

Jun 21, 2022 VUE Selects Unique X’s Suite of Products for Entire European Circuit

Jun 20, 2022 Arts Alliance Media and Timewaying Announce Opening of New HeyLED Innovation Centre in Los Angeles

Jun 20, 2022 Unique X Extends Partnership with ODEON Cinemas Group

Jun 16, 2022 Mag Cinema Opens A New Warehouse in Belgium

Jun 7, 2022 DCDC’s Live Event Footprint Tops 800 Sites

Jun 2, 2022 CES+ Retrofits Marcus Theatres® with Dolby Atmos Systems

Jun 2, 2022 Severtson Screens Showcases Next Generation SAT-4K Cinema Screens & New Enhanced Cinema Screen Coating During CineEurope 2022

Apr 27, 2022 Flix Brewhouse Installs GDC Cinema Automation Circuit Wide

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that one of the best dine-in cinema chains in US – Flix Brewhouse is to deploy the industry’s highest degree of cinema automation – Cinema Automation (CA2.0) designed to fully automate the cinema operations for perfect presentation while significantly reducing the cost associated with booth operations.

Apr 27, 2022 Arts Alliance Media Announce Lifeguard Agreement with Ster-Kinekor

Apr 26, 2022 STRONG/MDI To Open a New Screen Finishing Facility In Belgium with Lemmens S.A. to Service Europe and the Middle East

STRONG/MDI Screen Systems, Inc. (“STRONG/MDI”) a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ballantyne Strong, Inc. (“Ballantyne Strong” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: BTN) and a leader in manufacturing state-of-the-art cinema screens, announced today that it has entered into a cooperative agreement with Lemmens S.A., located in Sprimont, Belgium, to facilitate expedited screen shipments for cinema industry customers in Europe and the Middle East.

Apr 26, 2022 Cinionic Expands Laser Solution Portfolio at CinemaCon 2022

Cinionic, the global leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, unveils additions to its laser portfolio with new Barco Series 4 and Laser Light Upgrade (LLU) models at the annual cinema convention, CinemaCon, in Las Vegas from April 25 to April 28, 2022. The new Barco Series 4 SP2K-20 and SP2K-25, as well as six fully integrated LLU kits for Series 2, continue the company’s ongoing mission to offer a laser solution for every screen.

Apr 26, 2022 Espedeo Supra-5000 Laser Cinema Projector Sales Surge Worldwide

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today the worldwide sales and commitments of its multi-award-winning Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB+ Laser Phosphor Cinema Projector from Espedeo Holdings Limited, a GDC company has exceeded 400 units since its introduction in August 2021.

Apr 26, 2022 Christie and Lightstorm Entertainment Push the Boundaries of Cinematic Experience

In a partnership that spans 16 years, Christie® and Lightstorm Entertainment, Inc., filmmaker James Cameron’s production company, collaborated to bring enhancements to theatrical display capabilities for 3D, HFR digital cinema for Avatar and the much-anticipated Avatar 2. Known for his creativity and development of cutting-edge technologies to push the frontier of cinematic storytelling, Cameron used Christie cinema projectors as a key part of realising his vision.

Apr 26, 2022 Cinépolis Renew Software Partnership with Arts Alliance Media for Producer, Screenwriter, and AdFuser Solutions

Apr 26, 2022 B&B Theatres Expands Partnership with GDC Technology

GDC Technology Limited, (“GDC”) a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it signed an agreement with B&B Theatres to be the exclusive provider of digital cinema servers for the next three years.

Apr 26, 2022 Cinemex Keeps Boosting its Cinema Operations with CIELO

Apr 26, 2022 Movie Theatre Owners Embrace GDC SR-1000 with Built-in Cinema Audio Processor

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that cumulative global sales for its SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block with built-in cinema audio processor has exceeded forecast for the first quarter of 2022 despite the economic impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 25, 2022 Arts Alliance Media Announce Vision for the Future

Apr 25, 2022 Caribbean Cinemas Has Selected GDC’s Ultra-Reliable Media Server on an Exclusive Basis

GDC Technology Limited, (GDC) a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has won a solicited proposal to be Caribbean Cinemas’ exclusive provider of digital cinema servers for the next four years. Caribbean Cinemas owns and operates 583 screens in the Caribbean Islands, Central and South America.

Apr 25, 2022 CIELO Signs Customer Agreement With Bell Theatre Services and Everyman Cinemas

Apr 25, 2022 Christie Purchases Cinergy Software from DCIP

Christie® today announced the purchase of Cinergy software from Digital Cinema Implementation Partners, LLC (DCIP). Cinergy is a cloud-based enterprise platform that consists of powerful yet easy to use tools to help operators track, monitor and efficiently manage theatre presentation quality in one centralized platform.

Industry

Jun 20, 2022 Celebrating the Big Screen Experience at CineEurope 2022

Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), the European cinema trade grouping, today celebrated the Big Screen experience and the positive recovery results around Europe and globally at CineEurope 2022.

Jun 13, 2022 ICTA Announcement of 2022 EMEA Award Winners

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) today announced the 2022 winners of the ICTA EMEA Awards, celebrating technological leadership, design and innovation in the cinema exhibition sector. The award winners are Le Grand Rex, Paris (Classic Cinema of the Year), UGC Ciné Cité Part-Dieu, Lyon (New Build Cinema of the Year) and Cineworld, Belfast (Best Cinema Refurbishment of the Year). Rolv Gjestland of Film & Kino Norway will be presented with a special recognition award to celebrate his contributions to cinema design, presentation excellence and international collaboration in cinema.

May 18, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX America appoints Samuel Real Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations, Latin America

May 16, 2022 Christie Acquires Assets of Brass Roots Technologies

Christie® today announced its acquisition of assets from Brass Roots Technologies LLC, an Allen, Texas-based technology innovation company specializing in consulting and the engineering design of advanced optics and electronics for high-performance display and imaging systems. All current employees of Brass Roots Technologies have transferred to Christie and the operations will remain in Allen, Texas under the Christie name.

May 5, 2022 CES+ Recognized as Cinema Equipment Supplier of the Year

Apr 19, 2022 Experiential Artist Robb Wagner Attends CinemaCon 2022 with Vision for Hyper-Transforming Movie Theaters

Apr 4, 2022 Christie Appoints Chairman and CEO Hideaki Onishi

Christie® has announced Hideaki Onishi as its new chairman and CEO. With more than 30 years of management experience in various positions within the Ushio, Inc. group – parent company of Christie – Hideaki will begin his role immediately to lead Christie into its next chapter. Hideaki will replace Kazuhisa Kamiyama, who has completed his tenure with Christie and is returning to Japan to take up a new role at Ushio headquarters.

Mar 9, 2022 NATO Announces Creation of the Cinema Foundation

Content

Apr 6, 2022 Metamedia and Broadcast Management Group Announce the First End-To-End Solution for the Production and Distribution of Live and Interactive Marketing Events to Cinemas and Other Out-Of-Home Venues

Aug 18, 2021 Howie Mandel & Super 78 Studios Partner with Metamedia to Deliver the World’s First Interactive Content to Movie Screens

Jul 18, 2021 Black Widow Shows Theatrical Exclusivity Is the Way Forward

Jun 21, 2021 Theater Owners Welcome the Official Start of Summer with Cinema Week

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Mar 21, 2019 Eclair Remasters Hans Petter Molan’s “Cold Pursuit” in HDR for Spain’s First Onyx Cinema LED Screen

Feb 27, 2019 PIX Plays Supporting Role in 91st Academy Award Winning Films

Feb 26, 2019 Eclair Launches EclairSend Professional Cloud-Based Solution for File Transfer & Transcoding

Feb 22, 2019 Eclair Remasters First French Feature-Length Film for Onyx Cinema LED Technology

Downstream

Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions and ICTA Teddy Award Winner for Manufacturer of the Year 2020, is expanding into the home theater market by offering the company’s Espedeo™ products.

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB Plus laser phosphor cinema projector won the prestigious Projection Expo 2021 “Best of Show” award, selected by the editorial staff of Projector Central.

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Celebrating the Big Screen Experience at CineEurope 2022 Barcelona—Jun 20, 2022 Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), the European cinema trade grouping, today celebrated the Big Screen experience and the positive recovery results around Europe and globally at CineEurope 2022. Read Full • Past UNIC News • UNIC Info • UNIC Site

ICTA Announcement of 2022 EMEA Award Winners Cologne, New York City—Jun 13, 2022 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) today announced the 2022 winners of the ICTA EMEA Awards, celebrating technological leadership, design and innovation in the cinema exhibition sector. The award winners are Le Grand Rex, Paris (Classic Cinema of the Year), UGC Ciné Cité Part-Dieu, Lyon (New Build Cinema of the Year) and Cineworld, Belfast (Best Cinema Refurbishment of the Year). Rolv Gjestland of Film & Kino Norway will be presented with a special recognition award to celebrate his contributions to cinema design, presentation excellence and international collaboration in cinema. Read Full • Past ICTA News • ICTA Info • ICTA Site

CJ 4DPLEX America appoints Samuel Real Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations, Latin America Real previously spent 25 years at Warner Bros. Pictures International Los Angeles, CA—May 18, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, has announced today that Samuel Real has joined CJ 4DPLEX America, as the new Senior Vice President Sales and Operations, Latin America. Real, an international entertainment veteran, will head the strategic development plans in the region. Read Full

Christie Acquires Assets of Brass Roots Technologies Investment expands company’s technology capabilities and engineering expertise CYPRESS, Calif—May 16, 2022

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CES+ Recognized as Cinema Equipment Supplier of the Year The Boxoffice Barometer Readers’ Poll Has Recognized CES+ as the Most Trusted Cinema Equipment Supplier of the Theatrical Exhibition Industry in 2021 Miami—May 5, 2022 CES+, an integration leader in cinema equipment, software, and technology solutions, is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the most trusted cinema equipment supplier of the theatrical exhibition industry in 2021 by the Boxoffice Barometer readers’ poll. Read Full

Experiential Artist Robb Wagner Attends CinemaCon 2022 with Vision for Hyper-Transforming Movie Theaters Los Angeles—Apr 19, 2022 How do you get audiences to return to movie theaters? The answer, according to experiential artist and Stimulated-Inc. CEO Robb Wagner, is hyper-transformation, a vision he will share with attendees of CinemaCon in Las Vegas April 26-28. Read Full

Christie Appoints Chairman and CEO Hideaki Onishi Cypress, CA—Apr 4, 2022 Christie® has announced Hideaki Onishi as its new chairman and CEO. With more than 30 years of management experience in various positions within the Ushio, Inc. group – parent company of Christie – Hideaki will begin his role immediately to lead Christie into its next chapter. Hideaki will replace Kazuhisa Kamiyama, who has completed his tenure with Christie and is returning to Japan to take up a new role at Ushio headquarters. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

NATO Announces Creation of the Cinema Foundation New non-profit to further and expand the mission of the trade association, and shape the future of the cinema industry Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.—Mar 9, 2022 The National Association of Theatre Owners today announced the formation of The Cinema Foundation. The new organization - a donor-supported 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit - is dedicated to promoting the essential cinema exhibition industry by developing future diverse workforces and growing moviegoing communities through research, education, and philanthropy. Read Full

UNIC Stands in Solidarity with Ukrainian Exhibitors and the Ukrainian People Following Russian Invasion Brussels—Mar 1, 2022 UNIC, the trade body representing the interests of cinema operators across 39 European territories, has today issued a statement expressing its solidarity not just with Ukrainian exhibitors but also the Ukrainian people as they look to repel the attack on their country by Russian forces. Read Full • Past UNIC News • UNIC Info • UNIC Site

Volfoni Celebrate their 15th Corporate Anniversary in Significant Year for 3D Entertainment Paris—Mar 1, 2022 As 2022 prepares moviegoers for an explosive year of 3D content, Volfoni, a global leader in 3D cinema technologies, will this month celebrate 15 years of driving multi-dimension cinematic innovation to further underline their status as one the leading names in 3D cinema. Read Full

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Jan 31, 2022 GDC Technology Receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce its Hong Kong manufacturing facility has received ISO 9001:2015 certification, an internationally recognized standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS) certified by SGS.

Jan 21, 2022 Arts Alliance Media Appoints Dale Miller to Chief Commercial Officer

Jan 17, 2022 Espedeo Supra-5000 Receives Best New Auditorium Technology of the Year Award from CTC

GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, are proud to announce that the Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB Plus laser phosphor cinema projector (Supra-5000) has been awarded “Best New Auditorium Technology of the Year 2021” in the Annual CTC (Cinema Technology Community) Awards.

Jan 11, 2022 Arts Alliance Media Supports Tromsø International Film Festival with Screenwriter TMS

Oct 20, 2021 Christie Set to Mass Produce Counteract with Care222, the Safer, Filtered Far-UVC Disinfection Technology for Use Around People

As we prepare for a post-pandemic world where reducing pathogens and viral spread is essential, global visual technology company Christie® announced the mass production of its Christie® CounterAct™ line of commercial UV disinfection products with patented Care222® far-UVC light technology. CounterAct fixtures are designed for use in occupied indoor spaces, from cinemas, theme parks, museums, and sports complexes, to retail, restaurants, as well as transit hubs at airports, train and subway stations.

Oct 4, 2021 Strong / MDI Congratulates Partner Kinepolis Leidschendam

Strong/MDI Screen Systems, Inc., a Ballantyne Strong, Inc. (NYSE American: BTN) company, and a leader in projection screen manufacturing and optical coating development, congratulates its partner Kinepolis Leidschendam in winning the ICTA EMEA New Build Cinema of the Year Award.

Sep 30, 2021 Claudia Stengel Appointed As Unique X’s Vice President Of Sales, Americas

Sep 27, 2021 Nils Büker Becomes Co-Managing Director of Cine Project

Aug 18, 2021 Ernst & Young Study Shows Massive Economic Impact of Movie Theaters

Aug 11, 2021 GDC Receives “Manufacturer of the Year” Teddy Award 2020 from the International Cinema Technology Association

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce it received the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Teddy Award 2020 for Manufacturer of the Year.

Jul 27, 2021 ICTA Names New Officers at its Annual Convention in Nashville

The International Cinema Technology Association just concluded it’s Annual Convention at The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Frank Tees, Vice President of Technical Sales Support of Moving Image Technologies was elected President of the Association. The ICTA is a trade organization that represents companies dedicated to cinema technology including cinema equipment, manufacturers, dealers and service operators from around the world.

Jul 26, 2021 CES+ CEO, Alex Younger, Has Been Appointed as an ICTA Board Member

Alex Younger, CEO of CES+, an industry leader which provides comprehensive services for the cinema exhibitors, was appointed board member at ICTA (International Cinema Technology Association).

Jul 18, 2021 Black Widow Shows Theatrical Exclusivity Is the Way Forward

Jul 14, 2021 MetaMedia Announces Major Investment from Pixelogic

Jul 6, 2021 Odeon Cinemas Group to Receive “International Exhibitor of the Year” Award at CineEurope 2021

ODEON Cinemas Group has been named as the 2021 recipient of the “International Exhibitor of the Year” award at CineEurope. The award will be presented to Mark Way, President of AMC Europe and Managing Director ODEON Cinemas Group, and Juan Antonio Gomez, Chief Partnership and Content Officer, as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony hosted by the Coca-Cola Company on Thursday, October 7, at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

Jul 5, 2021 CinemaNext Launches Its E-Commerce Solution for Cinema Exhibitors Across Europe

Jul 1, 2021 Digital Cinema Distribution Coalition, LLC Names Howard Kiedaisch as CEO

Jun 30, 2021 Vista Group Companies, Movio and Numero, Launch ‘Behind the Screens’ Industry Podcast

Jun 28, 2021 European Cinema Innovation Project CINNOVATE Secures EU Investment

Jun 21, 2021 Theater Owners Welcome the Official Start of Summer with Cinema Week

Jun 17, 2021 Christie’s Professional Services Expands Services and Adds New Directors

Christie® is pleased to announce the appointments of Francois Godfrey and Maz Zaeefjou to the Professional Services team as directors of sales and business development. Christie Professional Services helps partners across the globe to prolong the life of their AV systems and get the most from their investment by proactively maintaining, troubleshooting, and resolving critical system issues.

Jun 9, 2021 Cinionic and Barco Celebrate Belgian Cinema Reopening

Barco and Cinionic, the companies at the forefront of worldwide technology and solutions for cinema, join with audiences across Belgium to celebrate today’s reopening of the movie theaters in the country. Moviegoers return to a blockbuster line-up at the cinema after Belgian authorities announced the ability to reopen as of June 9, 2021.

Jun 4, 2021 CTC Launches New Free-To-Use Job Board to Help Support the Cinema Industry

Jun 2, 2021 Christie rewards ‘Most Promising’ NFTS cinematic talent

In partnership with the National Film and Theatre School (NFTS), this year’s coveted Christie® prize for ‘Most Promising NFTS Student’ was awarded to Charlie Jenkins, NFTS Graduate in Cinematography.

May 27, 2021 Christie Technology to Play Starring Role in Redevelopment of BAFTA’s Iconic Headquarters

Christie® has been chosen by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) as a technology partner for its redeveloped headquarters at 195 Piccadilly in London.

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Metamedia and Broadcast Management Group Announce the First End-To-End Solution for the Production and Distribution of Live and Interactive Marketing Events to Cinemas and Other Out-Of-Home Venues Los Angeles—Apr 6, 2022 MetaMedia and Broadcast Management Group (BMG) today announced the first end-to-end solution for the production and distribution of live and interactive entertainment and marketing events to cinemas and other out-of-home venues. Read Full

Howie Mandel & Super 78 Studios Partner with Metamedia to Deliver the World’s First Interactive Content to Movie Screens Magic Screen Allows Audiences to Interact with Animated Characters and Celebrities on Movie Screens Los Angeles—Aug 18, 2021 MetaMedia, one of the world’s fastest growing entertainment technology companies, and Howie Mandel’s Alevy Productions and Super 78 Studios, an award-winning studio that develops immersive content, today announced a groundbreaking partnership to bring Magic Screen, the world’s first interactive platform for animated and live content, to cinemas and other out-of-home venues around the world. Read Full

Black Widow Shows Theatrical Exclusivity Is the Way Forward Strong opening and long-term performance in all windows undercut by simultaneous release; cannibalization of theatrical and later PVOD, and piracy reduce overall revenue Los Angeles—Jul 18, 2021 Black Widow’s excellent reviews, positive word of mouth, and strong previews and opening day total ($13.2 million/$39.5 million) led to a surprising 41% second day drop, a weaker than expected opening weekend, and a stunning second weekend collapse in theatrical revenues. Read Full

Theater Owners Welcome the Official Start of Summer with Cinema Week Special in-theater promotions, concessions, give-aways, movies, and more on more than 30,000 screens June 22-27 Los Angeles—Jun 21, 2021 The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), welcomes the official start of Summer 2021 with the kick-off of Cinema Week, June 22-27. The Big Screen is Back. Read Full

MacGillivray Freeman Films Partners with MetaMedia for Educational and Group Screenings MacGillivray Freeman’s Into America’s Wild, Great Bear Rainforest and other titles will be brought to conventional theaters and drive-ins for readily-available educational content Los Angeles, CA—May 20, 2021 MacGillivray Freeman Films, the world’s foremost independent producer and distributor of original giant-screen 70mm films, announced today a partnership with MetaMedia, one of the fastest-growing entertainment technology companies in the U.S., to bring educational films to conventional commercial theaters and drive-ins across the U.S. and Canada for educational and group screenings. Read Full

Sony Pictures Entertainment’s “Bloodshot” to Screen in Premium Cinema Format ICE Theaters® Based on the Bestselling Comic Book, New Action Film to be Available at ICE THEATERS® Locations in Los Angeles (U.S.A), Riyadh (K.S.A), and France Los Angeles, California and La Rochelle, France—Mar 6, 2020 ICE THEATERS^®, one of France’s most successful premium large formats, announced today that Sony Pictures’ upcoming action film Bloodshot will be shown in the U.S. utilizing the ICE THEATERS^® format with ICE Immersive^® technology. ICE THEATERS is currently available in Los Angeles, California at AEG’s Regal L.A. Live, VOX Cinemas in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and 36 locations in France, where it is one of the leading premium cinema technology formats in the country. Bloodshot will be available in all three countries.
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Funimation Films Teams with Mediamation’s MX4D to Offer “My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising” in Immersive, Motion Format Audiences Can Truly Experience All the Action on the Screen in the Specially Equipped Theaters and Seats Dallas, TX—Feb 24, 2020 Funimation Films, the theatrical division of Sony Pictures Television’s Funimation, is teaming up domestically with MediaMation to bring “My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising” to life by giving audiences a truly immersive experience in select MX4D theaters equipped with MediaMation’s EFX theater seats. Read Full

CJ 4Dplex and the Walt Disney Studios Presents 20th Century Fox’s “Ford V Ferrari” in the Stunning 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Format Audiences will experience the legendary showdown between Ford and Ferrari expanded onto the walls of the auditorium for a thrilling tension filled cinema-going experience Los Angeles—Nov 13, 2019 CJ 4DPLEX (www.cj4dx.com), the world’s leading cinema technology company, and The Walt Disney Studios announced today the release of 20th Century Fox’s “Ford v Ferrari” in the stunning 270-degree, panoramic ScreenX format. “Ford v Ferrari” in ScreenX will be coming to theaters worldwide beginning November 13, 2019 and will be releasing on 270 screens, across 27 countries, including 32 screens in the U.S. with Regal Cinemas, B&B Theatres and CGV Cinemas. The film opens in the U.S. on November 15th. Read Full

Acclaimed Cannes/Tribeca Documentary, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, in Theaters Oct. 25th Los Angeles—Oct 22, 2019 Premiering in theaters in Los Angeles and New York City Oct. 25, the film will then roll out in cities across the country. Her documentary feature debut, producer/director Midge Costin holds the Kay Rose Chair in the Art of Sound Editing, endowed by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg at the University of Southern California (USC) School of Cinematic Arts. Launching her career at a time when very few women were cutting FX in Hollywood, Costin’s credits as a sound editor include such Oscar-nominated films as Crimson Tide and Armageddon. Read Full

The Matrix Returns to the Big Screen for 20-Year Anniversary Exclusively in Dolby Cinema at AMC Audiences are able to experience the critically acclaimed film like never before in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos San Francisco—Aug 5, 2019 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB), Warner Bros., and AMC Theatres® (NYSE:AMC) today announced that The Matrix, winner of four Academy Awards including Best Sound, will return to select theaters nationwide for an exclusive one-week engagement in Dolby Cinema at AMC. Read Full

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Jul 1, 2019 Dolby and Pathé Live Join Forces to Screen "MYLÈNE FARMER 2019 - THE FILM" in Dolby Cinema and Dolby Atmos Theatres

Feb 11, 2019 Breaking Record After Record, Fathom Events is Set for Banner 2019

Nov 13, 2018 National CineMedia (NCM) and ScoreStreamTeam Up To Bring Local Sports To The Movies

Nov 12, 2018 4Cine®.io Optimizes Sound in Cinemas Worldwide for Simply Red’s “Symphonica in Rosso”

Oct 23, 2018 Trafalgar Releasing to Fund Expanded Cinema Network Bringing More Live Events to U.S. Movie Theatres

Oct 18, 2018 “MOOMINS AND THE WINTER WONDERLAND” Launching into USA Cinema Screens this Holiday Season

Sep 26, 2018 EclairGame Signs Agreement with Belgian Public Broadcaster RTBF for 10 eSports-based Tarmac Ciné Sessions at Kinepolis Brussels

Aug 30, 2018 Christie CP4230 Impresses Cinema Goers at Düsseldorf Airport Throughout the 2018 OpenAirport Cinema Event

Summer is traditionally the time for open air cinemas, including the OpenAirport Cinema in Düsseldorf, where visitors experienced an open air cinema with a special touch, as various Hollywood blockbusters were shown on the airport terrace every weekend in July. Christie® partner BIG cinema GmbH, which specialises in large cinema event and experiences, was on board as the company responsible for the projection technology and chose the Christie CP4230, a native 4K 3DLP Cinema® projector.

May 31, 2018 The Winter’s Tale at Shakespeare’s Globe to Be Broadcast Live to Cinemas By More2Screen on 4 October 2018

Apr 23, 2018 NAGRA and Cinema Buying Group-NATO Partner to Promote myCinema, NAGRA’s New Alternative Content and Live Event Service

Apr 23, 2018 Fathom Events Expands Live Cinema Broadcast Network to More Than 1,700 Screens Through Extended DISH Network Agreement

Apr 23, 2018 Cinema Buying Group-NATO and Eclair USA Announce Innovative Film Content Delivery Partnership

Apr 20, 2018 Motherboard Announces the Release of its First Feature-Length Documentary, the Most Unknown

Apr 17, 2018 NAGRA and the Entertainment Technology Center @University of Southern California Partner on Fandom Genomics for myCinema, NAGRA’s Alternative Content and Live Event Service

Apr 12, 2018 NAGRA announces myCinema™, a Digital Transformation of the Cinema Experience

Mar 29, 2018 EclairGame and Les Cinémas Gaumont Pathé Strengthen their eSport Partnership with Fifa Tour 2018

Dec 14, 2017 Spotlight Cinema Networks Forms New Division to Distribute Event Cinema and Other Alternative Programming to Exhibitors

Jun 1, 2017 Dolby Laboratories and Universal Music Group Celebrate 50th Anniversary of The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with Special Dolby Atmos Listening Events

Mar 9, 2017 Eclair and Art House Convergence Announce Strategic Partnership for Specialty Film & Event Cinema Distribution

Mar 8, 2016 Caspar Nadaud Appointed Managing Director of Pathé Live

Mar 1, 2016 National Theatre Live, Vue Entertainment and Sony Digital Cinema 4K Confirm Hangmen Is Next Production to Get the 4K Treatment

Jan 13, 2016 Imagine Dragons Bring Their Current Tour to 300 Movie Theaters for A One-Night Concert Event - Tickets on Sale Now

Dec 21, 2015 More2screen to Distribute Legendary Queen Concert Specially Re-Mixed for Cinemas With Dolby Atmos® Sound

Jun 23, 2015 National Theatre Live’s The Beaux’ Stratagem and Hamlet to be broadcast in Sony 4K

Mar 19, 2015 More2screen to Broadcast Popular Theatre Classic The Importance of Being Earnest Live to Cinemas 8 October 2015

Exhibition

Jun 28, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX, Cines Filmax Adds 4DX Auditorium to Gran Via Location

Jun 28, 2022 Phoenix Theatre’s 50th Movie Screen Illuminated By Christie

Phoenix Theatres is wowing audiences with high-quality, immersive cinematic experiences thanks to Christie® projectors and integrator Integrity Entertainment Systems. In operation since 2000 and recently opening its 50th screen at the new Woodland Mall in Grand Rapids, MI., Phoenix Theatres now has six locations, each reflecting the unique character of its community.

Jun 27, 2022 Christie lights up screens across new Lavazza IncluCity Festival

Christie® returns to light up the big screen at the brand-new Lavazza IncluCity Festival, organized by the ICFF. This year’s festivities will transform the iconic cobblestone streets of Toronto’s Distillery Historic District into an outdoor cinema village, celebrating multiculturalism and the best of international cinema from June 27 to July 15.

Jun 23, 2022 Nordisk Film Cinemas Selects CinemaNext for Technical Support Services Across Denmark, Norway & Sweden

Industry

Jun 20, 2022 Celebrating the Big Screen Experience at CineEurope 2022

Jun 13, 2022 ICTA Announcement of 2022 EMEA Award Winners

May 18, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX America appoints Samuel Real Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations, Latin America

May 16, 2022 Christie Acquires Assets of Brass Roots Technologies

May 5, 2022 CES+ Recognized as Cinema Equipment Supplier of the Year

Apr 19, 2022 Experiential Artist Robb Wagner Attends CinemaCon 2022 with Vision for Hyper-Transforming Movie Theaters

Apr 4, 2022 Christie Appoints Chairman and CEO Hideaki Onishi

Mar 9, 2022 NATO Announces Creation of the Cinema Foundation

Upstream

Mar 21, 2019 Eclair Remasters Hans Petter Molan’s “Cold Pursuit” in HDR for Spain’s First Onyx Cinema LED Screen

Feb 27, 2019 PIX Plays Supporting Role in 91st Academy Award Winning Films

Feb 26, 2019 Eclair Launches EclairSend Professional Cloud-Based Solution for File Transfer & Transcoding

Feb 22, 2019 Eclair Remasters First French Feature-Length Film for Onyx Cinema LED Technology

Downstream

Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Eclair Remasters Hans Petter Molan’s “Cold Pursuit” in HDR for Spain’s First Onyx Cinema LED Screen Distributed by A Contracorriente Films, “Venganza Bajo Cero” is the second film mastered in EclairColor HDR at 300 nits for Samsung’s emissive technology Paris, Barcelona—Mar 21, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries (Ymagis Group – ISIN: FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME, TECH 40), today announced its HDR remastering of the Spanish version of Hans Petter Moland’s “Cold Pursuit” (StudioCanal, Mas Films, Paradox Films), the second feature film color graded and mastered at 300 nits for Onyx Cinema LED screens through its EclairColor HDR technology. Read Full

PIX Plays Supporting Role in 91st Academy Award Winning Films PIX Celebrates Oscar-winners in Best Picture, Cinematography, Visual Effects, Sound Editing, Sound Mixing, Animated Feature, among others Los Angeles—Feb 27, 2019 PIX, the entertainment industry leader in delivering secure communication and content management capabilities, celebrates the winners of this year’s 91st Academy Awards who utilized the PIX System. The PIX System enables creative continuity and reduces project risk by ensuring that ideas are accurately shared, stored, and preserved throughout the entire production process. Read Full

Eclair Launches EclairSend Professional Cloud-Based Solution for File Transfer & Transcoding Paris (France), London (United Kingdom)—Feb 26, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries (Ymagis Group – ISIN: FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME, TECH 40), today announced the launch of EclairSend, its new, pay-as-you-go online large file transfer and transcoding service developed with film and audiovisual industry professionals. Read Full

Eclair Remasters First French Feature-Length Film for Onyx Cinema LED Technology Distributed in France by Pathé, "Le Chant du Loup" (“The Wolf’s Call”) is available at Paris’ Pathé Beaugrenelle, the first Onyx Cinema LED-equipped multiplex in France Paris, FR—Feb 22, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries, today announced the successful remastering of the first French feature film in 300 nits HDR for Onyx Cinema LED screens, “Le Chant du Loup” (Pathé Films, Trésor Films and Chi-Fou-Mi Productions). Distributed in France by Pathé, Antonin Baudry’s “Le Chant du Loup” (“The Wolf’s Call”) is the first release mastered for Samsung’s new emissive technology to be shown at the Pathé Beaugrenelle in Paris. Read Full

Sony VENICE used to capture latest Keira Knightley feature, ‘Official Secrets’ Basingstoke, UK,—Feb 12, 2019 Sony’s next-generation motion picture camera system, VENICE ,has been used for principal photography on a new political thriller ‘Official Secrets’, directed by Gavin Hood, and produced by Ged Doherty, Elizabeth Fowler, and Melissa Zuo. Read Full

PIX System Honored with Technical Achievement Award by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Industry professionals choose PIX for innovative tools, secure solutions, and personalized service in the rapid landscape of production Los Angeles—Feb 11, 2019 The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) honored PIX, the entertainment industry leader in delivering secure communication and content management capabilities, with a Technical Achievement Award for the PIX System at its annual Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation, on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. Read Full

Severtson Makes an Impression at Inventure Studios L.A. Studio Upgrades, Adds a 100-Inch Severtson Impression Series SAT-4K Projection Screen to Studio C, Now Making Each of its Four Studios Equipped with Severtson’s Woven Acoustically Transparent Screen Technologies Los Angeles—Jan 14, 2019 Severtson Screens a global leader in innovative and quality projection screens for the pro AV, commercial, home theater, and cinema markets, is now proud to be four for four. Read Full

Eurofins Digital Media Services (Edms) Opens its State-Of-The-Art Quality Control Facility in New York City First dedicated media asset QC provider on the East Coast New York and Burbank—Dec 4, 2018 Eurofins Digital Media Services (www.eurofins-dms.com), formerly My Eye Media, announced today the official opening of their new office in New York City. Located in the bustling Chelsea district, the facility is the first of its kind in the Greater New York area, dedicated solely to Master Quality Control with a focus on 4K/UHD High Dynamic Range video and immersive audio formats. Read Full

Eclair Appoints Anno Storbeck Head of Production for its New Dubbing Studios in Central Berlin Berlin (Germany), Paris (France)—Oct 16, 2018 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries (Ymagis Group – ISIN: FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME, TECH 40), today announced the appointment of Anno Storbeck as Head of Production for Eclair Studios, the new state-of-the-art dubbing and ADR studios in Central Berlin. He will be responsible for the artistic and commercial production management of all dubbing and ADR productions for film distributors, producers, rights holders and content service crossover sales. Based in Berlin, Storbeck reports directly to Eclair Country Manager Michael Krauth. Read Full

SMPTE Publishes Immersive Audio Standards for Cinema New Standards Simplify Distribution of Immersive Audio, Ensure Smooth and Consistent Playout on Various Immersive Sound Systems White Plains, N.Y.—Sep 25, 2018 SMPTE^®, the organization whose standards work has supported a century of advances in entertainment technology and whose membership spans the globe, today announced the publication of new SMPTE ST 2098 standards for immersive audio. The Society has published ST 2098-1:2018, Immersive Audio Metadata; ST 2098-2:2018, Immersive Audio Bitstream Specification; and ST 2098-5:2018, D-Cinema Immersive Audio Channels and Soundfield Groups. Read Full • Past SMPTE News • SMPTE Info • SMPTE Site

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Sep 15, 2018 NAGRA myCinema Announces World’s First Use of h.265/HEVC Compression in Digital Cinema

Aug 29, 2018 Dutch Sound System Innovator Introduces the CRMS-LFE18 LFE Subwoofer

Aug 22, 2018 Eclair Announces Successful Deployment of its EclairBox Content Delivery Solution in Denmark with Nordisk Film and DIVO Post Production

Aug 16, 2018 Eclair Equips Its Berlin Content Services Unit Facility with EclairColor HDR Technology

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Jun 1, 2018 James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment to Shoot Avatar Sequels on Sony’s Venice Camera

Jun 1, 2018 Sony Adding Powerful New Features and Capabilities to the VENICE Full-Frame Motion Picture Camera System

May 2, 2018 SMPTE Hollywood Section and Steve Yedlin, ASC to Host Screening of ‘On Acquisition and Pipeline for High-Resolution Exhibition’

The Hollywood Section of SMPTE^®, the organization whose standards work has supported a century of advances in entertainment technology and whose membership spans the globe, today announced that Steve Yedlin, ASC will present his work on cinema image quality this month’s Section meeting, May 16 at the Linwood Dunn Theater.

Apr 30, 2018 Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War Makes Hollywood History as First Film Shot Entirely with IMAX ® Cameras

Apr 25, 2018 Pixelogic Announces Digital Cinema Services

Apr 4, 2018 Abbey Road Studios Installs DTS:X Mixing Tools

Feb 1, 2018 New Panavision Millennium DXL2 Camera Debuts at BSC Expo

Jan 30, 2018 2018 HPA Tech Retreat Announces Expanded Program

The HPA unveiled additions to the Tech Retreat program and events that were outlined last month in its preliminary program announcements, continuing its reputation as an incomparable opportunity to meet and engage with a world-class roster of well-known and emerging leaders in engineering, technology, creativity and business. The HPA Tech Retreat will take place at a new venue at the JW Marriott Resort, in Palm Desert, California, from the 19th to 23rd of February, 2018.

Jan 15, 2018 Ymagis Group Announces EclairColor HDR License Program for Content Labs and Cinema Integrators

Jan 10, 2018 Ymagis Group Announces Bpifrance Support for EclairColor Deployment in North America

Oct 19, 2017 HARMAN Professional Solutions Announces Immersive Audio Workshops at AES 2017

Oct 5, 2017 Red Announces the New Monstro 8K W

Sep 27, 2017 MPS and Labo Launch A New Joint Venture, MPSlabo — A Core Facility Based Out of Burbank, California, with Services Spanning Post-Production and Content Distribution

Sep 6, 2017 Sony Unveils VENICE, Its First 36x24mm Full-Frame Digital Motion Picture Camera System

Jun 21, 2017 Hawk-Eye Takes Flight into Arts Production, with Charlie Parker’s Yardbird at Hackney Empire

Jun 19, 2017 zweib and Rohde & Schwarz Generate Digital Cinema Packages at Filmfest München

Jun 1, 2017 Panavision to Unveil Powerful New Tools for Groundbreaking Millennium DXL 8K Camera at Cine Gear Expo

May 23, 2017 Eclair Announces Agreement with Gaumont for the Restoration of 100 Feature Films

May 17, 2017 Alcons Is A New Hollywood Star

May 4, 2017 RED and NASA Take Part in Two Firsts This Week at NAB

Exhibition

Jun 28, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX, Cines Filmax Adds 4DX Auditorium to Gran Via Location

Jun 28, 2022 Phoenix Theatre’s 50th Movie Screen Illuminated By Christie

Jun 27, 2022 Christie lights up screens across new Lavazza IncluCity Festival

Jun 23, 2022 Nordisk Film Cinemas Selects CinemaNext for Technical Support Services Across Denmark, Norway & Sweden

Industry

Jun 20, 2022 Celebrating the Big Screen Experience at CineEurope 2022

Jun 13, 2022 ICTA Announcement of 2022 EMEA Award Winners

May 18, 2022 CJ 4DPLEX America appoints Samuel Real Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations, Latin America

May 16, 2022 Christie Acquires Assets of Brass Roots Technologies

May 5, 2022 CES+ Recognized as Cinema Equipment Supplier of the Year

Apr 19, 2022 Experiential Artist Robb Wagner Attends CinemaCon 2022 with Vision for Hyper-Transforming Movie Theaters

Apr 4, 2022 Christie Appoints Chairman and CEO Hideaki Onishi

Mar 9, 2022 NATO Announces Creation of the Cinema Foundation

Content

Aug 18, 2021 Howie Mandel & Super 78 Studios Partner with Metamedia to Deliver the World’s First Interactive Content to Movie Screens

Jul 18, 2021 Black Widow Shows Theatrical Exclusivity Is the Way Forward

Jun 21, 2021 Theater Owners Welcome the Official Start of Summer with Cinema Week

Downstream

Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021 Indianapolis—Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions and ICTA Teddy Award Winner for Manufacturer of the Year 2020, is expanding into the home theater market by offering the company’s Espedeo™ products. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show” Hong Kong—Jun 22, 2021 GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB Plus laser phosphor cinema projector won the prestigious Projection Expo 2021 “Best of Show” award, selected by the editorial staff of Projector Central. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership Dutch sound innovator expands into UK custom install market Zwaag, The Netherlands—Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio has teamed up with high-end UK home cinema company Pulse Cinemas to bring its industry-leading pro-ribbon audio systems to British home cinema aficionados. Read Full

Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions Los Angeles, CA,—Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media, already one of the top post production facilities in Los Angeles, has completed their upgrade of Stage 1 to support Dolby ATMOS—launching the facility into the forefront of the immersive sound market. Read Full

Severtson Screens Features Acclaimed Giant Electric Motorized Cinema-Sized Screens at 2018 InfoComm The SēVision 3D GX Giant Electric Motorized Projection Cinema Screens are Ideal for Large Venues Where a Screen Needs to be Raised & Lowered, Such as in Commercial, University/School, Museum, and Play & Opera Houses with Large Stage Environments Mesa, Arizona—May 10, 2018 Severtson Screens (severtsonscreens.com), a global leader in innovative and quality projection screens for the commercial, pro AV, home theater, and cinema markets, will feature the SēVision 3D GX Giant Electric Motorized Cinema-Sized Projection Screen line during InfoComm 2018, held from June 6-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth C3638. The screens are available up to 12 meters wide. Read Full

NEC Announces Release of New 10,000-Lumens Projector with 4K Native Resolution Highly reliable UHD projector provides excellent detail and color reproduction Chicago—May 8, 2018 NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., a leading provider of commercial projectors and LCD displays, today announced the release of a new ultra-high definition installation projector, the PX1005QL. Read Full • Past Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. News • Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. Info • Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. Site

Dolby Laboratories Enables the Future of Entertainment Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos momentum showcased at CES San Francisco—Jan 6, 2017 This week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) is showcasing the future of consumer entertainment, and how it is delivering spectacular imaging and audio experiences in partnership with leading global brands such as Lenovo, LG, P&F USA (Philips), Sony, and TCL, across broadcast, over-the-top (OTT), Ultra HD Blu-ray, gaming, and music. Dolby has accelerated global partner momentum in all categories, with a growing number of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos enabled products and content announced at the show. Read Full

Meyer Sound’s Legendary Pro Systems Moving into Residential and Private Cinema Market Ultimate Home Cinema Demonstrations Scheduled during CEDIA Expo Berkeley, CA—Aug 31, 2016 Meyer Sound’s involvement in the cinema world began back in 1980 when John Meyer built the original 650 subwoofer for the multichannel sound system touring with the 70mm theatrical release of Francis Ford Coppola’s "Apocalypse Now.” The legendary director later said, “If only every theatre had a system like this they would have the same remarkable experience I have on my stage.” Read Full

DTS and Paramount Enter Agreement to Include DTS:X Audio in Select Home Entertainment Releases Daddy’s Home, The Big Short, Zoolander No. 2 and Whiskey Tango Foxtrot are first Paramount titles to feature next-generation DTS:X immersive audio Calabasas, Calif.—Jul 19, 2016 DTS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTSI), a global leader in high-definition audio solutions, has entered into an agreement under which Paramount Home Media Distribution will release a collection of home entertainment titles with a DTS:X soundtrack. Read Full

Dolby Laboratories and Amazon Announce Availability of Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range on Amazon Video Amazon Original Series Bosch and Hollywood favorites come to life in Dolby Vision starting today San Francisco—Jun 27, 2016 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) and Amazon (NYSE: AMZN) today announced that the second season of the hit Amazon^® Original Series Bosch and a slate of blockbuster films are now available in Dolby Vision™ High Dynamic Range (HDR) on Amazon Video. U.S. Customers can now watch titles available in Dolby Vision via the Amazon Video app on compatible Dolby Vision enabled smart TVs. Amazon Video joins a growing number of streaming service providers that currently support Dolby Vision. Read Full

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Jun 16, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and Lionsgate Announce Collaboration to Bring Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos Content to the Home

Jun 7, 2016 Lightspeed Design, Inc. Launches DepthQ® Virtual Reality Film Experience

Jun 2, 2016 D-BOX Technologies Announces Partnership with the Virtual Reality Company to Create Unprecedented Virtual Reality Experiences

Jan 5, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and LG Electronics Announce LG Premium TV Lineup Enabled with Dolby Vision Technology

Dec 10, 2015 IMAX Launches Private Theatre Business with More Than 80 Initial Signings

Oct 15, 2015 Movie Producer Jerry Bruckheimer Selects Barco Residential Projector for His New Home Theater

Oct 14, 2015 MStar Adopts Dolby Vision for 4K Ultra HD TV SoCs

Apr 9, 2013 Dolby Strikes Agreement with Cameron Pace Group to Bring 3D Entertainment to the Home

Nov 12, 2012 “Innovative Global industry Award” for Volfoni at International 3D Fair 2012

Jul 30, 2012 XPAND 3D Poises For Huge Push in Home Theater 3D Market With Establishment of New Home Theater Division

Jan 10, 2012 Volfoni showcases creative 3D technology, with its portfolio of passive and active 3D solutions at CES