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Cinema reopening dates around the world: latest updates
Screen’s guide to the latest info in each territory.
Cineworld expects to reopen all its cinemas in July
The company has 790 sites in 11 countries.
French exhibitors eye July reopening
Cinemas question whether there will be films to screen once they reopen.
India announces post-lockdown guidelines for production and cinemas
The “Back To Action - Cut To: Staying Safe” document outlines new rules including hand-washing and use of triple-layer masks.
UK indie cinemas will only survive three months with social distancing, says survey
The majority of respondents were community cinemas, charity venues and film festivals.
Italy set to reopen cinemas in June
Italian government announces steps for relaxing lockdown measures.
Indian cinema chains PVR, Inox push back against digital premieres
Major exhibitors protest at films moving straight-to-digital in the midst of India’s Covid-19 lockdown and cinemas closures.
Greek film production to restart next week
Ruben Ostlund’s ‘Triangle Of Sadness’ is among the projects waiting for the go-ahead.
UK cinemas may reopen in July, government confirms
Film/TV production not among sectors ‘allowed to be open’.
Germany could see first cinemas reopen in North Rhine-Westphalia in late May
One-off financial support plan from minister for culture and media comes under fire.
Alamo Drafthouse launches VOD platform
Pain And Glory, Parasite, Apocalypse Now: Final Cut among initial roster.
Tribeca Enterprises, IMAX, AT&T launch summer drive-in programme
Curated programme to kick off across US on June 25.
UK cinemas eyeing late June reopening
The UK Cinema Association confirmed Covid-19 safeguards could be in place for a late June reopening.
How Nordic cinemas have been navigating Covid-19
Nordic exhibitors can offer examples to others looking to bounce back from the pandemic.
Disney takes $1bn parks hit, mulls windows strategy shift amid pandemic
“We very much believe in the value of the theatrical experience overall to launch blockbuster films.”
Hong Kong cinemas to reopen this weekend as Covid-19 infections decline
Cinemas have been closed since March 28 as part of safety measures in the fight against the Covid-19 coronavirus.
First Texas theatre chain to reopen drew roughly 3,000 patrons (reports)
Hollywood distribution executives understood to be encouraged by results.
Ireland unveils plans to re-open cinemas in August
Venues must adhere to social distancing guidelines.
First Texas cinemas reopening in US after coronavirus lockdown
Major chains keeping doors closed until further notice.
Shelli Taylor named Alamo Drafthouse CEO as doors remain closed despite Texas edict
Founder Tim League will lead board, develop creative initiatives for company.
