After a catastrophic year for the film industry, all eyes are now on the announcement of a partial opening of cinemas in New York.
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Hard hit by the health crisis, the United States could start to take its head out of the water. Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York City, has just made an encouraging and eagerly awaited announcement. Indeed, the city is preparing to open its dark rooms, but partially, with the implementation of a strict health protocol. This reopening is a real relief for operators, suffocated by their monthly charges in a city considered to be one of the most expensive in the world. Expected for the first week of March, this revival of screening rooms could bode well for the future, if the pandemic still tends to decrease.
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However, the authorities remain very cautious and will examine the proper implementation of the various protocols. After a year of closure to the day, March 5, 2021 is likely to remain in everyone’s memories.
A breath of fresh air!
This is undoubtedly the most used superlative in the American press. Long-awaited, Governor Cuomo’s announcement sparked a wave of euphoria on social media. But the terms are very precise. The maximum authorized capacity will be 25% of the capacity of the hall with a limit of 50 spectators. However, behind the scenes, many operators continue to look grim.
According to them, the supply of films available will not make spectators want to venture into theaters in the city again. And the restrictions put in place would not be economically viable for the smallest structures. This is why many operators will keep their curtain down, while awaiting authorization to practice under normal conditions. In addition, some regret that the sale of food and drinks is still prohibited as part of this reopening project.
The other states, and friendly countries, will closely monitor the protocol put in place by the city of New York. Indeed, many countries are planning to start a gradual deconfinement, wishing to let go of the ballast with cultural players. This is particularly the case in France, or despite announcements on summer events, a reopening is still pending. The Broadway League also encourages the governor’s historic decision, waiting to be able to deconfin its theaters, probably next September.
This announcement marks the start of great hopes for many creative people and cultural players. The nation has been deeply affected by the global crisis, so if the model proves to be viable, others may follow suit. The return to the life before is not for now, but these first steps mark a new decisive step for the future.
Source : Heroic Hollywood
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