Variety reports that new mega-luxury theaters are in the developing stages.
A recession may be looming, but a group of investors thinks Americans are ready to pony up $35 for a movie ticket.
Um, no.
Each complex will sport theaters featuring 40 reclining armchair seats with footrests, digital projection and the capability to screen 2-D and 3-D movies, as well as a lounge and bar serving cocktails and appetizers, a concierge service and valet parking.
Um, still no.
But the circuit will especially push its culinary offerings -- made-to-order meals like sushi and other theater-friendly foods from on-site chefs (a service button at each seat calls a waiter). Moviegoers will have to pay extra for any food they order, however.
Um, definitely no.
"The demand for luxury moviegoing in the U.S. is very strong, and by working with our partners, we are delivering on that demand in a way never before experienced by the American consumer," said Kirk Senior, CEO of Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas.
Well, good luck to you, but you won't be seeing me shelling out that much cash just to go out to a movie.
Am I alone here?
A recession may be looming, but a group of investors thinks Americans are ready to pony up $35 for a movie ticket.
Um, no.
Each complex will sport theaters featuring 40 reclining armchair seats with footrests, digital projection and the capability to screen 2-D and 3-D movies, as well as a lounge and bar serving cocktails and appetizers, a concierge service and valet parking.
Um, still no.
But the circuit will especially push its culinary offerings -- made-to-order meals like sushi and other theater-friendly foods from on-site chefs (a service button at each seat calls a waiter). Moviegoers will have to pay extra for any food they order, however.
Um, definitely no.
"The demand for luxury moviegoing in the U.S. is very strong, and by working with our partners, we are delivering on that demand in a way never before experienced by the American consumer," said Kirk Senior, CEO of Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas.
Well, good luck to you, but you won't be seeing me shelling out that much cash just to go out to a movie.
Am I alone here?
