 | Weekly Movie Trivia Test your upcoming movie trivia knowledge with the IME Weekly Movie Trivia questions.
Every Friday we'll post two new trivia questions about upcoming films. To view the questions, click on the image to the right.
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 | Barco Showcases Groundbreaking 4K Laser Projection Among Numerous Technology Firsts Launched at CinemaCon Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA — Barco, the global digital cinema technology leader, impressed hundreds of attendees at this year’s CinemaCon, demonstrating ultra-bright 4K laser projection, a never-before-seen exhibition of High Frame Rate movie footage at 120 fps per eye, its premier... (login to read article) |
 | Box Office (May 11-12) Marvel’s The Avengers ($103.1M) became the first film in history to top $100M in its second weekend. Debuting in the #2 spot was Dark Shadows ($29.7M). Rounding out the top 10 were Think Like a Man ($5.8M), The Hunger Games... (login to read article) |
 | Cinedigm to Distribute Brian & Barrett Pictures' Hip-Hop Dance Movie Battlefield America Los Angeles — Cinedigm Entertainment Group, a division of Cinedigm Digital Cinema Corp. (NASDAQ: CIDM) today announced an agreement with Brian & Barrett Pictures to distribute Battlefield America: Where Kids Rule. The hip hop dance battle movie is... (login to read article) |
 | Golden Link Launches "MySize Surprise" Kids Combo Program in US Cinemas Golden Link Inc, the worldwide leader for in-theater promotions, have launched an innovative new kids program specifically for the US market called “MySize Surprise”. Building on the success and growing popularity of their Cup Topper premiums combined with the proven... (login to read article) |
 | The Hot, New Food is on the Move from Gold Medal Funnel Swirls™ are the newest twists on a crowd favorite! They have the taste you can't resist of a funnel cake on easy-to-eat, 12-inch sticks. Funnel Swirls™ are the ultimate walking food, freeing up one hand for increased beverage sales. You... (login to read article) |
 | LAIKA Names Mary Sandell Head of Production Portland, OR - LAIKA, the Portland-based animation studio which produced the Oscar® and BAFTA® nominated 3D stop-motion feature film Coraline, has named Mary Sandell as Head of Production. The appointment was announced today by Travis Knight, President and CEO of LAIKA,... (login to read article) |
 | UK’s Largest Independent Cinema Chain, Apollo Cinemas, Screens a New EPoS Solution from Cinema sector Specialists, J2 and Vista Locally-focused, independently-owned multiplex cinema chain, Apollo Cinemas, has turned to two companies that specialise in the cinema sector for a new EPoS solution on which to run its business. Apollo has now equipped each of its fourteen cinemas with a... (login to read article) |
 | Archlight Chooses Christie for Digital Cinema Projedtors for Both 2K and 4K Movie Experiences CINEMACON/LAS VEGAS — Christie®, a global leader in digital cinema projection, today announced that ArcLight Cinemas has completed the digital conversion of its four locations in California, boasting 33 auditoriums and 61 screens, with Christie Solaria® Series CP2210 2K, Christie CP4220... (login to read article) |
 | Sonic Equipment Company Joins Forces with Arnold Park Digital to Address the Challenges Faced by Art House Theatres and Independent Exhibitors Iola, Kan. — Sonic Equipment Company, the national leader in digital cinema integration, has announced an exciting new partnership with Arnold Park Digital, a new division of production company Arnold Park Media that specializes in independent film events. The two companies... (login to read article) |
 | THX Announces Five New THX Certified Global Cinemas, Mastering/Productions Studio Partners and THX Approved Equipment LAS VEGAS (CINEMACON 2012 – Booth # 2619) - THX Ltd. today announced five new THX Certified facilities and THX Approved equipment that meet or exceed THX unique and rigorous standards for delivering a world-class cinematic experience: Basecamp Films, Kuala Lumpur,... (login to read article) |
 | Stadium Seating Enterprises Exhibits Innovative PREFOAM Stadium Seating Riser Systems at CinemaCon SSE is pleased to announce we will continue our tradition of exhibiting our innovative PREFOAM Stadium Seating Riser Systems at CinemaCon 2012 in Las Vegas, NV. This year's conference will take place at Caesers Palace on March 24-26, 2012. ... (login to read article) |
| | Bob Corby Sales Expands Staff As a result of increased sales and product expansion, Bob Corby Sales has hired Kim Schumacher as marketing director.
With over 15 years of experience in marketing communications and advertising, Schumacher brings a wealth of knowledge in communications and product promotion to... (login to read article) |
 | THX Announces "Where in the World is Tex?" Online Photo Contest to Begin on April 23, 2012 San Rafael, Calif. – THX Ltd. today announced its “Where in the World is Tex?” international online photo contest will begin in one week on April 23, 2012. THX encourages fans from around the world to capture and upload their... (login to read article) |
 | Digital Cinema News and Comments Much of the news this past week has touched on next week’s CinemaCon convention and subjects that will be discussed. At the top of the list are higher frame rates, laser projection, 3D, piracy and alternative content.
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 | Hytex Industries Acoustical Renaissance Hytex Industries, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of the most innovative designs for Acoustical Wallcovering products in decades!
Acoustical Renaissance will consist of over 5 new contemporary and traditional patterns. These styles are sure to enhance theatre projects that... (login to read article) |
 | ShowTime Spring Issue Articles The Spring edition of the IME ShowTime Preview Guide features several informative articles from industry professionals on a variety of topics of interest to the exhibition industry.
You can also read them online by following the links below.
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 | Moving Image Technologies (MIT) Celebrates Cinemark's Completion of their DCIP Digital Cinema Rollout MIT announced today that it has completed Cinemark's DCIP digital cinema deployment, integrating their entire United States digital cinema roll-out comprising over 3,400 screens. In addition to supplying custom bases to Cinemark, MIT also performed integration services pre-configuring the servers, automations,... (login to read article) |
 | Meet the Quest Cinema Duals – The MOST Energy Efficient Large Capacity Dehumidifiers on the Market Today Quest Cinema Products, a division of Therma-Stor, LLC is pleased to announce its newest additions to the Quest Cinema product line, the QUEST Cinema 105, 155, and 205 Dual Dehumidifiers. Like the Quest Plug-N-Play dehumidifiers, the Quest Cinema Duals require no... (login to read article) |
 | Proctor Companies Partners with JH Carr Proctor Companies proudly partners with JH Carr, a furniture manufacturer dedicated to supplying the hospitality industry with high quality furniture solutions to enhance the guest experience. With a mix of fully customizable products ranging from lounge seating to table tops, JH... (login to read article) |
 | Shelly Olesen of Cretors Receives 2012 Burt Nathan Memorial Award C. Cretors and Company, the leading designer and manufacturer of food processing and concession equipment for more than 127 years, proudly announces that Shelly Olesen, Cretors’ vice president of sales and marketing, has been awarded the 2012 Bert Nathan Memorial Award.... (login to read article) |
 | iCount Reaches Its Sixth Continent Maringa, PR Brazil — iCount is now operating in South America with Cinesystem Cinemas.
Cinesystem Cinemas has theatres in Brazil in the states: RS, SC, PR, SP, RJ and MA equipped with 3D systems and Dolby Digital Cinemas.
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 | IFN Adds Rumplestilskin from the London Children's Ballet to its Cinema Meets Culture Series This new ballet based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale (choreographed by Morgan Runacre-Temple) is captured onstage at the Peacock Theatre in London's West End and performed by the acclaimed London Children's Ballet .
The London Children’s Ballet narrative of... (login to read article) |
