After a pandemic pause, developer picks up plan at Bridgeport’s Ramova Theatre
Tyler Nevius says his backers remain in place and he hopes to reopen the 1929 movie house as a performing arts venue by late 2022. Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/
Saudi-backed EV Lucid Air reveals ‘world first’ sound system
Lucid Air, the Saudi-backed luxury electric vehicle maker is hoping an immersive cinema-style sound system will appeal to buyers of the $69,000 vehicle. Dolby Atmos will be part of Lucid Air’s new 21-speaker surreal sound system, the company said on … Continued
Martin Scorsese, Christopher heap praise on Amitabh Bachchan for his film preservation efforts
Hollywood filmmakers Martin Scorsese and Christopher on Friday lauded veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan for his contribution towards preservation of film heritage. During a virtual showcase, Bachchan was bestowed with with the FIAF Award for his dedication and contribution to the … Continued
Wong Kar Wai addresses controversy surrounding the 4K restoration of his films
Legendary director Wong Kar Wai says he is tired of all the talk about cinema being dead as he believes people enjoy watching movies. The director, who is behind international classics such as “In The Mood for Love”, “Chungking Express” … Continued
Amitabh Bachchan and India’s battle to preserve its film heritage
For decades, Amitabh Bachchan preserved some 60 of his films in an air-conditioned room in his bungalow in the western city of Mumbai. Five years ago, the Bollywood superstar handed over the prints to a temperature-controlled film archive run by … Continued
Chevy Chase Updates Fans After Five-Week Hospital Stay, Also Totally Trashes Modern TV
Chevy Chase has long been one of Saturday Night Live’s most successful alumni to ever vacate the sketch comedy’s cast. In recent years, though, the actor-comedian has become know more as Hollywood’s flesh-and-bone answer to The Muppets’ Statler and Waldorf … Continued