Canadian Retail Thread - Page 259

MonctonRad · #1 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 8:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by JHikka

Yes, absolutely. I go a few times a month to both local theatres and to Cineplex. Crowds are still pretty good for theatres despite their negative publicity.

It was a silly question wasn't it.

I would say I go to between 12-15 movies a year. We have two 8 theatre multiplexes in Moncton, with the one at CF Champlain is pretty new. The experience is pretty good, and some movies just have to be seen in the theatre, no matter how impressive your home set up is.

I mean, really, why would you want to cocoon yourself in your basement 100% of the time. Get out and experience some of the better movies with a few other members of the human species. It might do you some good.

esquire · #2 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 8:53 PM**

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Originally Posted by JHikka

Yes, absolutely. I go a few times a month to both local theatres and to Cineplex. Crowds are still pretty good for theatres despite their negative publicity.

I get the impression cinemas will never go away because they are so important socially for adolescents and young adults. That 12-30 range of customers will keep them going.

SpongeG · #3 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 4:43 AM**

of course, but now that you can get the popcorn delivered (LOL) its less of an incentive

niwell · #4 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 2:41 PM**

I very rarely go to the movies, but I do appreciate actually being able to grab a beer while watching now. Seems to be allowed at pretty much every theatre in Toronto now, while previously it was VIP only.

WhipperSnapper · #5 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 2:58 PM**

Go all the time. Prefer the atmosphere and There's just something about going out to see a movie than always in your man cave. One disadvantage is you can't pause to take a leak so I now hold off on the beer until after the flick. The advantage is we drink afterwards getting drunk and more passionate on our analysis.

I pitty those that watch a lot of movies but haven't been to a theatre since their youth.

kwoldtimer · #6 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 3:01 PM**

I see in the news that Second Cup is doing a corporate rebranding. Sounds like they intend to expand beyond the cafe biz. It got me wondering - I honestly can't remember that last time I went to a Second Cup for coffee. It must be fifteen years or more.

WhipperSnapper · #7 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 3:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by kwoldtimer

I see in the news that Second Cup is doing a corporate rebranding. Sounds like they intend to expand beyond the cafe biz. It got me wondering - I honestly can't remember that last time I went to a Second Cup for coffee. It must be fifteen years or more.

The rebranding is probably a last gasp. They simply don't have enough locations to compete with other national chains.

niwell · #8 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 3:09 PM**

I live fairly close to the independent Revue Cinema on Roncessvalles and want to make an effort to go more often over this winter. They do play relatively new movies but also a lot of classics. We went a few times last winter but it died down with moving overseas and then warmer weather with other stuff to do. It's always a good time with some friends and then grab a few drinks afterwards nearby to discuss, as mentioned above. Also quite cheap, especially with a membership!

WhipperSnapper · #9 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 3:21 PM**

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Originally Posted by niwell

I live fairly close to the independent Revue Cinema on Roncessvalles and want to make an effort to go more often over this winter. They do play relatively new movies but also a lot of classics. We went a few times last winter but it died down with moving overseas and then warmer weather with other stuff to do. It's always a good time with some friends and then grab a few drinks afterwards nearby to discuss, as mentioned above. Also quite cheap, especially with a membership!

My theatre hosts a lot of silent movies and I've been fortunate enough to see a few of them. It's totally different than today's CGI blockbusters.

kwoldtimer · #10 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 3:50 PM**

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Originally Posted by WhipperSnapper

My theatre hosts a lot of silent movies and I've been fortunate enough to see a few of them. It's totally different than today's CGI blockbusters.

The most amazing film experience I've ever had was at Kitchener's Centre in the Square a few years ago, when the K-W Symphony and the Grand Philharmonic Choir provided live music for a showing of Dryer's "The Passion of Joan of Arc" (1928). It was an extraordinary experience.

MonctonRad · #11 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 8:57 PM**

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Originally Posted by kwoldtimer

The most amazing film experience I've ever had was at Kitchener's Centre in the Square a few years ago, when the K-W Symphony and the Grand Philharmonic Choir provided live music for a showing of Dryer's "The Passion of Joan of Arc" (1928). It was an extraordinary experience.

I went to see Peter Jackson's documentary on the First World War (They Shall Not Grow Old) at the theatre about a year ago, and it was a tremendous experience too. He did wonderful things to restore film footage from the era, and some of his research on the topic was incredible. I bought the DVD last month. I would highly recommend it.

WhipperSnapper · #12 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 5:47 PM**

I'm sure it was. Always wanted to see something like that but, never got around to it.

zahav · #13 Posted **Nov 8, 2019, 9:04 PM**

I have a small one theatre cinema right down the street from me, and it's a Cineplex! So I get Scene points etc. and good screens, but it is a totally old school one-screen theatre about 3 mins walk away

whatnext · #14 Posted **Nov 10, 2019, 5:39 PM**

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Originally Posted by zahav

I have a small one theatre cinema right down the street from me, and it's a Cineplex! So I get Scene points etc. and good screens, but it is a totally old school one-screen theatre about 3 mins walk away

The Park, right? I'm sure Cineplex hates having to operate that! It must have been part of the deal when they bought Festival Cinemas from Leonard Schein.