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Flash3000 · 08-29-2017, 01:32 AM

This is the 1st thread I have ever made so if it is in the wrong section or has been talked about before, please feel free to remove/delete it.

I thought I might start a thread about local independent theatres/cinema's. I think the huge multiplexes are boring with no character. They call their cinemas by numbers whereas my favourite cinema gives them names.

The Sun Theatre is my favourite where I live in Australia (Melbourne). My mum grew up in the area and used to go there as a teenager (she is now 68) The Sun Theatre originally opened in 1938 as a single-screen cinema seating 1,050 patrons. Today, the Sun Theatre seats 700 patrons in eight boutique cinemas. Following its reopening in 1995, the Sun's large auditorium was divided into four cinemas, and another two were added to the rear. All of the new screens have the original architecture of the theatre. A popular feature of the current cinema is the original club seating which has all been fully refurbished with suede upholstery. A coffee table is shared between all seats in each group, which are noted for their ample leg room. You can sit out in the street on the grass covered street before or after the movie and eat and drink food from the surrounding cafes and restaurants and because everybody treats the experience with respect they allow you to take beer/wine etc. in to the movie with real wine/beer glasses: rock: It just a great experience to watch a movie in such a beautiful theatre and besides current new release films they are also showing the H8ful Eight, Lawrence of Arabia and Dunkirk in 70mm!!!!!!!!!

Does anyone else have or enjoy visiting an old-school boutique cinema near them and if you do, please post pics.

The Grand

Named after the last cinema to close operations in Footscray, is the Sun's largest cinema. It was run by Yarraville’s very own Yoda - Brian Davis, who before that was a projectionist at the Sun, as he is again today! Our largest cinema, utilizing the original stalls and proscenium area of the Sun. The Wurlitzer organ is from the original Grand and has been kindly donated by Brian Davis. Another feature is a large screen and outstanding 4k Digital projection.

The Barkly

The once fabulous Footscray cinema, is the new name for the current cinema, based in the dress circle of the original Sun. Fully refurbished with our new seats, tables for your drinks and more spacious aisles for comfort.

Also, Tarrentino was in town and surprised the public seeing his 70mm H8full Eight in The Barkly theatre with a Q.A and introduced the movie with co-stars

The Trocadero

The long closed Hoyts cinema in Footscray is the inspiration for the new 95 seat cinema, featuring parts of the original plaster where possible, and new sections created from a mould created off an original section made by Pictons and Hopkin of Fitzroy. The main curtain is unique with an opening mechanism that we have made just for this room.

The Lyric

Originally planned to be our private screening room. We have instead put in 45 luscious leather lounge chairs in couch and single combinations....with coffee tables of course, and despite the extra comfort and leg room, the same price as the other cinemas. Call it First Class, Le Premiere, Gold, Platinum, whatever… it's comfortable, inviting, fun.

The Davis

Named after the cinemas principal benefactor who was a projectionist at the SUN in the 50's and for some time owned and operated the GRAND cinema in Footscray. All of our Bauer B-14's, the Wurlitzer organ, the telegrams and many more precious items of memorabilia have been donated by Brian and we dedicate this 100 seat cinema to his generosity. An art deco rose motif is included in the detailing of the illuminated side wall panels, the stunning lead light oval shade in the centre, the appliqued curtains and the foyer lighting.

La Scala

Named after the Barkly Street Italian cinema where Gina Lollabrigida and La Dolce Vite were on screen regulars. Luxurious comfort is the feature of this auditorium. Fifty-two very comfortable leather couches and singles are generously spaced for your viewing pleasure. A local artist, Esther Ruiz has created 2 triptych's, Red Girl and Fur Girl which create an atmosphere of sophistication capped on with a hand painted gold curtain.

08-29-2017, 01:32 AM	#1
Flash3000 Special Member Member since:Aug 2013 Location:Australia 4K collection:6 Blu-ray collection:281 Trading Score:1	Your Favorite Movie theatre/Cinema This is the 1st thread I have ever made so if it is in the wrong section or has been talked about before, please feel free to remove/delete it. I thought I might start a thread about local independent theatres/cinema's. I think the huge multiplexes are boring with no character. They call their cinemas by numbers whereas my favourite cinema gives them names. The Sun Theatre is my favourite where I live in Australia (Melbourne). My mum grew up in the area and used to go there as a teenager (she is now 68) The Sun Theatre originally opened in 1938 as a single-screen cinema seating 1,050 patrons. Today, the Sun Theatre seats 700 patrons in eight boutique cinemas. Following its reopening in 1995, the Sun's large auditorium was divided into four cinemas, and another two were added to the rear. All of the new screens have the original architecture of the theatre. A popular feature of the current cinema is the original club seating which has all been fully refurbished with suede upholstery. A coffee table is shared between all seats in each group, which are noted for their ample leg room. You can sit out in the street on the grass covered street before or after the movie and eat and drink food from the surrounding cafes and restaurants and because everybody treats the experience with respect they allow you to take beer/wine etc. in to the movie with real wine/beer glasses: rock: It just a great experience to watch a movie in such a beautiful theatre and besides current new release films they are also showing the H8ful Eight, Lawrence of Arabia and Dunkirk in 70mm!!!!!!!!! Does anyone else have or enjoy visiting an old-school boutique cinema near them and if you do, please post pics. The Grand Named after the last cinema to close operations in Footscray, is the Sun's largest cinema. It was run by Yarraville’s very own Yoda - Brian Davis, who before that was a projectionist at the Sun, as he is again today! Our largest cinema, utilizing the original stalls and proscenium area of the Sun. The Wurlitzer organ is from the original Grand and has been kindly donated by Brian Davis. Another feature is a large screen and outstanding 4k Digital projection. The Barkly The once fabulous Footscray cinema, is the new name for the current cinema, based in the dress circle of the original Sun. Fully refurbished with our new seats, tables for your drinks and more spacious aisles for comfort. Also, Tarrentino was in town and surprised the public seeing his 70mm H8full Eight in The Barkly theatre with a Q.A and introduced the movie with co-stars The Trocadero The long closed Hoyts cinema in Footscray is the inspiration for the new 95 seat cinema, featuring parts of the original plaster where possible, and new sections created from a mould created off an original section made by Pictons and Hopkin of Fitzroy. The main curtain is unique with an opening mechanism that we have made just for this room. The Lyric Originally planned to be our private screening room. We have instead put in 45 luscious leather lounge chairs in couch and single combinations....with coffee tables of course, and despite the extra comfort and leg room, the same price as the other cinemas. Call it First Class, Le Premiere, Gold, Platinum, whatever… it's comfortable, inviting, fun. The Davis Named after the cinemas principal benefactor who was a projectionist at the SUN in the 50's and for some time owned and operated the GRAND cinema in Footscray. All of our Bauer B-14's, the Wurlitzer organ, the telegrams and many more precious items of memorabilia have been donated by Brian and we dedicate this 100 seat cinema to his generosity. An art deco rose motif is included in the detailing of the illuminated side wall panels, the stunning lead light oval shade in the centre, the appliqued curtains and the foyer lighting. La Scala Named after the Barkly Street Italian cinema where Gina Lollabrigida and La Dolce Vite were on screen regulars. Luxurious comfort is the feature of this auditorium. Fifty-two very comfortable leather couches and singles are generously spaced for your viewing pleasure. A local artist, Esther Ruiz has created 2 triptych's, Red Girl and Fur Girl which create an atmosphere of sophistication capped on with a hand painted gold curtain.

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