Even “classic” movie theatres, while they may not use the latest “projection” systems, still need to upgrade their projection systems from the old 35mm film projectors.And, some “classic” movie theatre chains have multiplexes. (Wasn’t the creation of multiplexes due to economics?)
The Stanford Theater in Palo Alto to reopen after being closed for COVID and remodelling with Cary Grant and later a Alfred Hitchcock festival. I used to live in the area, (SF) and we’d make a trip at least once a week to see something.
The historic Stanford Theatre is set to reopen — again — in July with a summer festival featuring the movies of director Alfred Hitchcock and suave movie star Cary Grant.
Grant kicks off the first few weeks with double features of some of his comedies and dramas from the 1930s and ’40s (“Bringing Up Baby” July 1-2, “His Girl Friday” July 8-9 and “Topper” July 15-16, “Gunga Din” July 20-21). Hitchcock makes his entrance July 22-23 with the director’s first two collaborations with Grant, 1941’s “Suspicion” and 1946’s “Notorious.” The pair split the rest of the summer, coming together again for “To Catch a Thief” Aug. 12-13 and “North by Northwest” Aug. 19-20.
The festival wraps up Labor Day weekend, Sept. 2-3 with two Hitchcock thrillers: “Psycho” and “The Birds.” After those two, you’ll need a day off to recover. You can check out the full schedule at www.stanfordtheatre.org.
Bill Thompson over 1 year ago
“So what we’ve done is to install big gold-plated handles on the doors! Twist and flush, and the whole theater is refreshed!”
J.J. O'Malley over 1 year ago
A new creative crew on this strip would also be a breath of fresh air.
Donald Benson Premium Member over 1 year ago
“And instead of classics or hits, we’re showing that movie where I play Les Moore! There’ll be lines around the block!”
erledbet over 1 year ago
Get a plug in…..
sueb1863 over 1 year ago
“Then why are you showing a dud like Lisa’s Story? That movie stinks on ice!”
Out of the Past over 1 year ago
I know! Maybe, just maybe, we can get Les Moore to make an appearance!
ladykat over 1 year ago
Why not? If they will keep the clients comfy, it should be promoted.
Fliptak over 1 year ago
aren’t they collapsing rather than proliferating?
steven r. Premium Member over 1 year ago
You tell ’im, Joe Hollywood!
Mopman over 1 year ago
“The proliferation of multiplex cinemas…” Yeah, okay, that happened like 30 years ago, so…?
WilliamVollmer over 1 year ago
Even “classic” movie theatres, while they may not use the latest “projection” systems, still need to upgrade their projection systems from the old 35mm film projectors.And, some “classic” movie theatre chains have multiplexes. (Wasn’t the creation of multiplexes due to economics?)
MuddyUSA Premium Member over 1 year ago
No comment!!
Teto85 Premium Member over 1 year ago
The Stanford Theater in Palo Alto to reopen after being closed for COVID and remodelling with Cary Grant and later a Alfred Hitchcock festival. I used to live in the area, (SF) and we’d make a trip at least once a week to see something.
The historic Stanford Theatre is set to reopen — again — in July with a summer festival featuring the movies of director Alfred Hitchcock and suave movie star Cary Grant.
Grant kicks off the first few weeks with double features of some of his comedies and dramas from the 1930s and ’40s (“Bringing Up Baby” July 1-2, “His Girl Friday” July 8-9 and “Topper” July 15-16, “Gunga Din” July 20-21). Hitchcock makes his entrance July 22-23 with the director’s first two collaborations with Grant, 1941’s “Suspicion” and 1946’s “Notorious.” The pair split the rest of the summer, coming together again for “To Catch a Thief” Aug. 12-13 and “North by Northwest” Aug. 19-20.
The festival wraps up Labor Day weekend, Sept. 2-3 with two Hitchcock thrillers: “Psycho” and “The Birds.” After those two, you’ll need a day off to recover. You can check out the full schedule at www.stanfordtheatre.org.
If you live in the area check it out.
ToneeRhianRose about 1 year ago
Haha! XD