Cinescope vs movie#

Cinescope vs movie#

It was the most appealing modern multiplex in L.A., but it’s also a classic due to the Cinerama Dome, a fabulous and unique domed movie theater that opened in 1963. However, the wider aspect ratio (Cinemascope) fits the wide formats of most movies.

The HDTV aspect ratio is pretty much standard for all of the television sets made today. Cinemascope is even wider with 2.35 units of width for every 1 unit of height. As an added bonus, there are always fun cinephile treats on display (original costumes, architectural models, etc.). For example, with 16:9, there will be 16 units of width for every 9 equal units of height. The programming is an astute mix of first-run flicks, indies, foreign fare and premieres, and alcohol is allowed in some screenings. This Demonstration will give a quick look, at how the Movie how is was shot twice on Todd-AO 70mm (2.20:1) and CinemaScope 35mm (2.55:1) So before i start th. Enter to be our Home Theater of the Month Click here for details.

Though this theater has been shuttered since ArcLight closed its theaters in 2021, planning documents hint at an eventual reopening for the Cinerama Dome.Ī Hollywood favorite from 2002 until 2021, the former ArcLight multiplex offered comfortable assigned seating (cushy, reclining leg room for days), state-of-the-art sight and sound, fantastic snack bars and, for some Dionysian indulgence, an in-house café-bar. Jump to Latest Follow AVSForum Tech Talk Podcast with Scott Wilkinson Click here for details. If you say theater you are also referring to a place but it could be outside and used for types of live performances as well.