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Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions London—Nov 6, 2024 Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions. Read Full Past Arts Alliance Media News Arts Alliance Media Info Arts Alliance Media Site


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Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024 Los Angeles—Nov 4, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline. Read Full Past Barco News Barco Info Barco Site


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GQT Movies Partners with GDC and CES Plus to Upgrade Content Playback and Sound Midwest Cinema Circuit to Upgrade Its Legacy Cinema Audio Processors with GDC’s AIB-3000 and Media Servers with GDC’s Ultra-Reliable SR-1000 Integrated Media Block™ Miami—Oct 29, 2024 GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today it has signed an agreement with GQT Movies (formerly Goodrich Quality Theaters) to provide digital cinema media servers and cinema audio processors. Read Full Past GDC Technology Limited News GDC Technology Limited Info GDC Technology Limited Site


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Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter TMS Selected to Support Rome Film Fest London—Oct 24, 2024 Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, has partnered with the Cinema per Roma Foundation, a body that promotes Italian and international cinema, enabling the industry-leading Screenwriter Theatre Management System (TMS) to support the 19th edition of the Rome Film Fest (RoFF). Read Full Past Arts Alliance Media News Arts Alliance Media Info Arts Alliance Media Site


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Christie to Illuminate the 2024 Australian International Movie Convention as Official Projection Partner Gold Coast, Australia—Oct 23, 2024 Christie® is proud to reaffirm its partnership with the 2024 Australian International Movie Convention (AIMC) as the official projection partner for the 15th consecutive year, providing attendees with unparalleled cinematic experiences through advanced projection technology. Hosted by the Cinema Association Australasia (CAA), this highly anticipated event will take place at The Star Gold Coast from October 28 to November 1. Read Full Past Christie News Christie Info Christie Site


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Celebration Automates Operations Circuit Wide with GDC Software Celebration Cinema Selects GDC TMS-2000 to Streamline the Chains Workflow and Help Reduce Cost Miami,—Oct 23, 2024 GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading provider of digital cinema solutions for the Americas, announced today that Celebration Cinema selected GDC TMS Theatre Management System (TMS-2000) to replace its legacy system at all 11 sites with 146 screens. Read Full Past GDC Technology Limited News GDC Technology Limited Info GDC Technology Limited Site


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Coming Attractions Theatres Select GDC Enterprise Software Solution GDC TMS-2000 and CMS-3000 Centralized Software Selected for Speed and Functionality – Enabling Centralized Monitoring of all Showtimes, Content Management, and More Miami—Oct 22, 2024 GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today a strategic relationship with Coming Attractions Theatres, Inc. (‘Coming Attractions’) to implement its objective of improving the moviegoing experience by deploying GDC’s cinema enterprise software, including its TMS Theatre Management System and CMS Central Management Enterprise Software. Read Full Past GDC Technology Limited News GDC Technology Limited Info GDC Technology Limited Site


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Christie RGB Pure Laser Projection Delivers Picture-Perfect Screenings at 68th BFI London Film Festival Wokingham, England—Oct 17, 2024 Christie® is honored to continue its partnership with the British Film Institute’s London Film Festival (LFF), where its projectors power the latest and greatest cinema releases for star-studded invitees. Read Full Past Christie News Christie Info Christie Site


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Nov 1, 2024 MJR Theatres & CJ 4Dplex to Bring ScreenX to MJR Marketplace


Oct 25, 2024 Qube Wire Named Official Delivery Partner for the American Film Market® 2024


Oct 22, 2024 Strong/MDI Screen Systems Announces Three-Year Extension of Supply Agreement with Marcus Cinemas


Oct 21, 2024 Independent Cinema Alliance Renews Exclusive Partnership with Lighting Technologies International, Offering Significant Savings on Xenon Lamps and Recycling Program


Oct 15, 2024 Palace Cinemas Acquires Christie Cinelife+ RBe Projectors for its Flagship Sydney Cinema

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Christie® is pleased to announce that Palace Cinemas, a leading Australian exhibitor with a rich history, has acquired the CineLife+™ RBe enhanced laser projectors for its flagship multiplex in Sydney.


Oct 14, 2024 Christie CineLife+ Series Projectors Set to Dazzle Audiences at SXSW Sydney® 2024

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Christie® is excited to announce that its state-of-the-art CineLife+ Series cinema projectors will once again captivate audiences at SXSW Sydney 2024, taking place from October 14-20.


Oct 4, 2024 Arts Alliance Media and Kelonik Support Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival for the Fourth Consecutive Event

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, and Kelonik, a local integrator and service provider, has agreed to support the renowned Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival (SIFFF) for a fourth consecutive event, enabling comprehensive content, scheduling and support services.


Oct 1, 2024 Severtson Exhibits During 2024 ShowEast, AIMC Australia, & Dubai MENA Cinema Forum Expos


Sep 27, 2024 Christie Showcases Cinelife+ RBe Projectors and Advanced Cinema Solutions at Inaugural Guangzhou Film Expo

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Christie®, the leader in inspiring exceptional experiences, is pleased to announce its participation in the inaugural Guangzhou Film Expo, taking place at the Canton Fair Complex, September 27-29.


Sep 26, 2024 Miraj Cinemas Selects Barco as Preferred Projection Provider in India with Qube

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, and Miraj Cinemas, one of India’s largest movie theater circuits, announced today a new partnership that will bring Barco’s laser technology to the chain’s theaters across India. The 3-year deal makes Barco the preferred provider of visualization solutions for Miraj, covering new sites and theater upgrades.


Sep 25, 2024 GDC Technology to Showcase Cutting-Edge Cinema Solutions at Big Cine Expo 2024

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GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Big Cine Expo 2024. The event will take place from September 30 to October 1 at the Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO), Mumbai, India. GDC Technology will be located at Booth #310, Hall 4.


Sep 24, 2024 CinemaNext France has signed with Pathé to make the GRETA solution available in its 850 theaters in France


Sep 24, 2024 Arts Alliance Media Agree Partnership with iPlateia to Become SORI API Technology Provider

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has agreed a strategic partnership with iPlateia, a technology manufacturer specialising in mobile advertising, marketing and Automatic Content Recognition (ACR), to become an official SORI API technology provider.


Sep 24, 2024 Christie to Serve as Official Technology Partner at Big Cine Expo 2024

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Christie® is set to elevate the cinema experience with its continued partnership with Big Cine Expo 2024, taking place at the Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO), September 30 to October 1.


Sep 19, 2024 CJ 4DPLEX and Apple Cinemas Ink Deal To Launch Five 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Auditoriums


Sep 17, 2024 Arts Alliance Media and San Sebastián International Film Festival Celebrate Tenth Consecutive Software Agreement

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, has extended their software partnership with the prestigious San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF) to enable Producer and Screenwriter to manage all content and scheduling for a tenth consecutive event.'


Sep 12, 2024 Cinemex Chooses to Switch to Unique X to Fully Automate Their Theatre Management and Pre-Show Services


Sep 9, 2024 HeyLED Expands Its Footprint in the European Market


Sep 5, 2024 A New Immersive Experience Arrives at Cinépolis Escala Morelia with the ScreenX Format


Sep 4, 2024 Christie RGB Pure Laser and Xenon Projection Offers Best-In-Class Experience at Toronto International Film Festival

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Christie® is pleased to share that its RGB pure laser and Xenon projection solutions are lighting up screens at the 49th annual Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) from September 5 to 15 in theatres throughout the city. This year marks the 24th consecutive year that Christie has sponsored the Festival.


Aug 27, 2024 Barco Reveals Highly-Anticipated HDR by Barco Premium Cinema Theatres, announces Paramount’s TRANSFORMERS ONE as first HDR release

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today revealed the first locations for its highly anticipated HDR by Barco premium exhibition, launching in select major US cities on September 20 with the release of Paramount Animation's and Hasbro Entertainment’s TRANSFORMERS ONE. In partnership with AMC Theatres, B&B Theatres, and Regal Cinemas, the special HDR installations will offer moviegoers in Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Miami, and Kansas City a chance to be among the first in the world to experience the company’s groundbreaking High Dynamic Range (HDR) presentation with Lightsteering.


Aug 27, 2024 Arts Alliance Media and Sound Vision Technical Agree Screenwriter and Producer Partnership with Golden Ticket Cinemas

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, and Sound Vision Technical (SVT), a technology services provider offering digital cinema conversions and installations worldwide, has announced a new Screenwriter and Producer partnership with Golden Ticket Cinemas, one of the fastest growing movie exhibitors in the United States.


Aug 15, 2024 Christie to Showcase Leading Cinema Technologies and Support at BIRTV

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Christie®, a leading technology innovator with over 65 years in cinema, is poised to elevate the cinema experience with its industry-leading solutions for all screen types, from small theatres to Premium Large Format (PLF) auditoriums, at the Beijing International Radio, TV and Film Exhibition (BIRTV).


Aug 3, 2024 Timewaying Installs Fourth 20m 4K HeyLED PLF at Chongqing's M³Cube Cineplex


Jul 31, 2024 Barco and Omniplex Cinema Group Expand Long-Standing Relationship with a Direct Supply Agreement for Laser Projection in its Theaters across Ireland and the UK

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Omniplex Cinema Group, a renowned leader in theatrical experiences across Ireland and the United Kingdom.

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Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.


Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

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Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.


Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive


Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.


Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

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At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony.


Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program

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CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program.


May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing


May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films

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Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square.


Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15.


Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.


Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration

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

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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”

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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

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Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie Cypress, Calif.—Nov 12, 2024

Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.

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ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees MIAMI, FL—Oct 22, 2024

Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.

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The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director Announces 2024 Executive Committee Officers at Annual July Convention Los Angeles, CA—Jul 31, 2024 At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony. Read Full Past ICTA News ICTA Info ICTA Site


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CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program New York, NY—Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program. Read Full Past ICTA News ICTA Info ICTA Site


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ICTA Announcement of 2024 EMEA Award Winners Cologne, New York City—May 17, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) today announced the 2024 winners of the ICTA EMEA Awards, celebrating technological leadership, design and innovation in the cinema exhibition sector. Read Full Past ICTA News ICTA Info ICTA Site


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Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award Brussels, Belgium & New Jersey, USA—May 6, 2024 KINEPOLIS Group NV, the Belgian company operating 109 cinemas and 1,131 screens worldwide, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the CineEurope Milestone Award, given in recognition of its outstanding accomplishments within European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 20 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain. Read Full Past CineEurope 2024 News CineEurope 2024 Info CineEurope 2024 Site


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Christie Awards Next Gen Talent at the NFTS Wokingham, United Kingdom—Feb 27, 2024 Christie® is pleased to announce this year’s National Film and Television School (NFTS) Most Promising Student Award, an award Christie has sponsored for 19 years. The winner of this year’s award is Creative Business MA student, Cody Updegrave, who was praised for his hard work, commitment, and leadership qualities. Previous award winners have gone on to make stellar introductions to their careers, gracing the global stage at international film festivals and winning further awards for their work. Read Full Past Christie News Christie Info Christie Site


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Christie’s Mike Perkins receives Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Scientific and Engineering Award for the Christie E3LH Dolby Vision Cinema Projection System Cypress, Calif—Jan 11, 2024 Christie®, a world leader in audio and visual display technologies, is pleased to announce that its Principal Product Developer, Mike Perkins, has been awarded the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Award in Scientific and Engineering, along with three other recipients, for his work on the design and development of the Christie E3LH projection system, developed in partnership with Dolby Laboratories. Read Full Past Christie News Christie Info Christie Site


More Industry News


Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive


Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.


May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing


May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films


May 21, 2024 CJ 4DPLEX Names CJ ENM Executive Joon Beom Sim as CEO


Apr 3, 2024 Unique X Secures Up to $80M Investment from Kartesia to Accelerate Growth


Jan 12, 2024 Hollywood Recognizes Barco for Achievements in Cinema with Scientific and Engineering Academy Award

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, known for the Oscars®, bestows the Barco team with the Scientific and Engineering Academy Award for their contribution to the design and development of laser projection in cinema. The Academy’s Scientific and Technical Awards honor individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to motion pictures.


Nov 29, 2023 Classic Cinemas’ Chris Johnson to Receive 2024 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon®

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The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) will honor Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas, with the 2024 NATO Marquee Award during next year’s CinemaCon, Mitch Neuhauser, Managing Director of CinemaCon, announced today.


Nov 15, 2023 Cinema Industry Executives Launch the Fithian Group


Oct 30, 2023 Call for Entries for Third Annual ICTA North America Cinema Awards

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The International Cinema Technology Association (‘ICTA’), the leading global network of professionals in the motion picture industry, today announced that award nominations are now open for its Third Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA) presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie.


Sep 19, 2023 CinemaNext France and Greta & Starks Apps GmbH Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Revolutionize Cinema Accessibility


Sep 7, 2023 Miraj Cinemas Sets New Cinematic Standard in Mumbai


Aug 3, 2023 Metamedia Advances Vision of Global Internet-Based Content Delivery Network for Cinemas with Significant Investment By Dimensional Associates


Jul 18, 2023 DCDC Names Industry Veteran Emily Ng as Chief Financial Officer


Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023

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Welcoming delegates at the opening ceremony of this year’s CineEurope, Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the European cinema trade grouping UNIC, today celebrated the unique appeal of the Big Screen experience.


Jun 7, 2023 Vandors and CinemaNext Sign Agreement for Business Operations in Germany


May 24, 2023 Cinionic Named Official Cinema Projection Provider Of CineEurope 2023

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Cinionic, the global leader in laser cinema technology, has partnered with the Film Expo Group to become the Official Cinema Projection Provider of CineEurope for the fifth year in a row. All projection equipment in the CCIB Auditorium will be supplied by Cinionic, powering the studio product presentations and screenings with Laser Projection by Cinionic.


May 11, 2023 Cinematronix and Danny Pickett Partner on Bay Area Cinema Products Acquisition


May 9, 2023 NATO Welcomes Amanda Martin


May 1, 2023 NATO Salutes John Fithian and Celebrates Movies on the Big Screen


Apr 18, 2023 The Cinema Foundation Study Finds Consumers Favor the Big-Screen Experience To Bring Family and Friends Together


Apr 10, 2023 Influx Builds Momentum Heading into CinemaCon 2023 as Leaders in Digital Commerce


Apr 5, 2023 Hans-Joachim Flebbe to Receive 2023 UNIC Achievement Award

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HANS-JOACHIM FLEBBE, Founder and Managing Director of Astor Film Lounge and Zoo Palast, has been named as the 2023 recipient of the UNIC Achievement Award, given each year in recognition of outstanding dedication and service to European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 22 June at the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.


Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie

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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, the leader in audio and visual technologies, today jointly announce the appointment of Koji Naito as the new chairman and CEO of Christie Digital Systems, globally.


Oct 11, 2022 ICTA and the Cinema Foundation Form Partnership

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The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and The Cinema Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together to foster and maintain professional and business relationships among their members and all segments of the motion picture industry, disseminate technical industry information through educational programming, and evaluate and improve technical industry standards.

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Nov 6, 2024 Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions.


Nov 4, 2024 Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline.


Nov 1, 2024 MJR Theatres & CJ 4Dplex to Bring ScreenX to MJR Marketplace


Oct 29, 2024 GQT Movies Partners with GDC and CES Plus to Upgrade Content Playback and Sound

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GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today it has signed an agreement with GQT Movies (formerly Goodrich Quality Theaters) to provide digital cinema media servers and cinema audio processors.

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Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square.


Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15.


Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.


Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration

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

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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”

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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

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HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II London—Nov 12, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square. Read Full Past Barco News Barco Info Barco Site


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HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios Los Angeles—Oct 31, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15. Read Full Past Barco News Barco Info Barco Site


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Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases With DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX Los Angeles—Sep 25, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films. Read Full Past Barco News Barco Info Barco Site


Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration Mountain View and Los Angeles, California—Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape, maker of the ultimate movie platform, and Mercury Studios, one of the leading creators, producers and distributors of music related content worldwide, announced today a collaboration to bring the biggest names in music to the cinema. Read Full


Labo Streaming Solutions in The Met: Live in HD Mexico City—Nov 3, 2023 On Saturday October 21 began the Season of The Met: Live in HD 2023 - 2024, which will run until May 11, 2024 with live broadcasts via satellite to 70 countries around the world, including Germany, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and in Colombia live - exclusively - in theaters of Cine Colombia. Read Full


MetaMedia Named Exclusive Livestreaming Partner for ESPN and Theater Sports Network Partnership to Livestream NCAA College Football Games into U.S. Cinemas Los Angeles, CA—Aug 29, 2023 MetaMedia, the world’s first global entertainment platform that delivers movies, premium content and live events to cinemas and other venues, today announced that the company will serve as the exclusive livestreaming partner for Theater Sports Network and its theatrical distribution agreement with ESPN to livestream regular season Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football and major New Year’s Bowl games into U.S. cinemas. Read Full


CJ 4Dplex Reports Record Box Office for First Four Months of 2023 CJ 4DPLEX’s ScreenX and 4DX Theatres Report 70 Percent Increase in Box Office from 2022 Hollywood, Calif.—May 8, 2023 CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, is off to its strongest start in box office history. The first four months of 2023’s box office for 4DX and ScreenX theatres is tracking 70% higher than last year and 36% higher than pre-pandemic levels (2019) generating over $150 million through May 1. Read Full


CJ 4DPLEX’s 4DX Smashes Box Office Records with the Release of Illumination, Nintendo and Universal Pictures’ The Super Mario Bros. Movie The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the Highest Grossing Animated film in 4DX’s history in the Domestic Marketplace and across Europe Hollywood, CA—Apr 26, 2023 CJ 4DPLEX, the world’s leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, announced today that Illumination, Nintendo and Universal Pictures’ The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the highest grossing animation film ever released in 4DX, both domestically and in Europe. Read Full


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Apr 13, 2023 Avatar: The Way of Water Crosses $100 Million Mark at the Global Box Office in CJ 4DPLEX’s ScreenX and 4DX Theatres


Nov 1, 2022 Book The Cinema Partners With REEL Cinemas to Deliver Private Screenings across the UK


Oct 18, 2022 National CineMedia and Spotlight Cinema Networks Collaborate to Launch Elevate Cinema Network


Oct 12, 2022 Paramount Pictures’ “Top Gun: Maverick” Continues to Break CJ 4Dplex Box Office Records with $60 Million in ScreenX and 4DX


Sep 23, 2022 National CineMedia Expands Network Adds VIP Cinemas and Closes Ten Additional Exhibit Partnerships including MJR and Cinergy Entertainment


Aug 4, 2022 Paramount Pictures' "Top Gun: Maverick" Flies Past $50 Million in ScreenX and 4DX


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


May 20, 2021 MacGillivray Freeman Films Partners with MetaMedia for Educational and Group Screenings


Mar 6, 2020 Sony Pictures Entertainment’s “Bloodshot” to Screen in Premium Cinema Format ICE Theaters®


Feb 24, 2020 Funimation Films Teams with Mediamation’s MX4D to Offer “My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising” in Immersive, Motion Format


Nov 13, 2019 CJ 4Dplex and the Walt Disney Studios Presents 20th Century Fox’s “Ford V Ferrari” in the Stunning 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Format


Oct 22, 2019 Acclaimed Cannes/Tribeca Documentary, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, in Theaters Oct. 25th


Aug 5, 2019 The Matrix Returns to the Big Screen for 20-Year Anniversary Exclusively in Dolby Cinema at AMC


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

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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

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Nov 6, 2024 Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions.


Nov 4, 2024 Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline.


Nov 1, 2024 MJR Theatres & CJ 4Dplex to Bring ScreenX to MJR Marketplace


Oct 29, 2024 GQT Movies Partners with GDC and CES Plus to Upgrade Content Playback and Sound

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GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today it has signed an agreement with GQT Movies (formerly Goodrich Quality Theaters) to provide digital cinema media servers and cinema audio processors.

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Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.


Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

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Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.


Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive


Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.


Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

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At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony.


Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program

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CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program.


May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing


May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films

Downstream


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

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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”

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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

Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage New Facility Features Same Great Sound with Acheron System Berkeley, CA—Oct 30, 2024 The Dub Stage in Burbank, California, recently relocated and took the opportunity to fully outfit the facility with a Meyer Sound loudspeaker system. Marti D. Humphrey, CEO and Chief Re-Recording Mixer, invited various mixers and producers to The Dub Stage to audition the system. Humphrey said, “Everybody was absolutely blown away by the quality and the dynamics of the system.” Read Full


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Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite Wokingham, England—Sep 17, 2024

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.

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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


More Upstream News


Jan 14, 2019 Severtson Makes an Impression at Inventure Studios


Dec 4, 2018 Eurofins Digital Media Services (Edms) Opens its State-Of-The-Art Quality Control Facility in New York City


Oct 16, 2018 Eclair Appoints Anno Storbeck Head of Production for its New Dubbing Studios in Central Berlin


Sep 25, 2018 SMPTE Publishes Immersive Audio Standards for Cinema


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’


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


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

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Nov 6, 2024 Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions.


Nov 4, 2024 Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline.


Nov 1, 2024 MJR Theatres & CJ 4Dplex to Bring ScreenX to MJR Marketplace


Oct 29, 2024 GQT Movies Partners with GDC and CES Plus to Upgrade Content Playback and Sound

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GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today it has signed an agreement with GQT Movies (formerly Goodrich Quality Theaters) to provide digital cinema media servers and cinema audio processors.

Industry


Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.


Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

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Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.


Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive


Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.


Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

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At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony.


Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program

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CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program.


May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing


May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films

Content


Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square.


Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15.


Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.


Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration

Downstream


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

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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”

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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

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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


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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


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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 Electronics Corporation News Sharp Electronics Corporation Info Sharp Electronics Corporation 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


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Jul 19, 2016 DTS and Paramount Enter Agreement to Include DTS:X Audio in Select Home Entertainment Releases


Jun 27, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and Amazon Announce Availability of Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range on Amazon Video


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


Jun 10, 2011 At InfoComm 2011 in Orlando, Volfoni® will proudly introduce SmartCrystal™ Pro, their latest innovation in passive 3D technology


May 16, 2011 RealD and Samsung LCD Announce License Agreement for Full Resolution 3D Panels for PC and TV


Apr 8, 2011 ActivEyes® glasses by Volfoni, serving the professionals of NABshow 2011


Mar 22, 2011 Kit Digital and XDC Join Forces to Provide the Entertainment Industry with A Full Suite of Global Content Services


Feb 25, 2011 For the First Time in Europe, at the Cebit Conference in Hanover, Germany March 1 – 5, Volfoni® Will Unveil Activeyes®


Feb 14, 2011 MasterImage 3D Reveals New 3D Displays and Immersive 3D User Interface at Mobile World Congress


Jan 6, 2011 MasterImage 3D Showcases Glasses-Free 3D Mobile Displays at CES


Jan 4, 2011 RealD and Samsung LCD Jointly Develop New LCD Based RDZ™ 3D Display Technology


Jan 3, 2011 Volfoni Unveils “Activeyes”, World’s First Cross-Over (Active & Passive) and Multi-Functional 3D Eyewear at CES


Jan 3, 2011 Volfoni releases new EDGE™1.1 DLP®-Link™ 3D glasses


Nov 17, 2010 VIZIO Licenses RealD 3D Technologies


Oct 26, 2010 Consumer Demand Strong for 3D Movies

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Nov 6, 2024 Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions

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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions.


Nov 4, 2024 Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline.


Nov 1, 2024 MJR Theatres & CJ 4Dplex to Bring ScreenX to MJR Marketplace


Oct 29, 2024 GQT Movies Partners with GDC and CES Plus to Upgrade Content Playback and Sound

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GDC Technology America, LLC (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions for The Americas region, announced today it has signed an agreement with GQT Movies (formerly Goodrich Quality Theaters) to provide digital cinema media servers and cinema audio processors.

Industry


Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.


Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

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Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.


Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive


Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.


Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

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At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony.


Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program

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CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program.


May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing


May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films

Content


Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square.


Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15.


Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.


Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration

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