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Soundman176 commented about Manassas Mall 7 on Feb 8, 2018 at 9:14 am

This theatre was never operated by Neighborhood Theatres. Circle/Showcase operated the theatre as well as the Manaport and Red Yank. It opened as a single screen which was later split and then 5 auditoriums were added. Cineplex Odeon acquired it in 1988.

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Soundman176 commented about Beacon Mall 4 on Feb 8, 2018 at 8:47 am

This theatre was operated by the Circle/Showcase chain and was NOT included in the sale to Cineplex Odeon in 1988. Circle Management continued to operate the theatre until its closing.

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Soundman176 commented about University Mall Theatres on Feb 8, 2018 at 8:42 am

Cineplex Odeon closed the theatre shortly after acquiring it in 1988. All of the equipment was removed from the projection booth and used elsewhere. The theatre remained closed until the summer of 1991. The film equipment was replaced with digital projection in 2014.

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Soundman176 commented about Cinema Arts Theatre on Feb 8, 2018 at 8:35 am

The largest auditorium was equipped with a 70mm projector at one time but was never used to run a 70mm print. The projector was removed in 1988 and sold. It was replaced with a 35mm projector from University Mall 3 which had closed.

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Soundman176 commented about Springfield Theatre on Oct 12, 2017 at 7:35 pm

The Springfield Cinema was one of three Northern Virginia locations whose property was owned outright by Neighborhood Theatres rather than being leased. The State and Annandale were the other two. Neighborhood Theatres was purchased by Cineplex Odeon in 1986 but the Thalhimer family, owners of NTI retained the property. The lease agreement allowed Cineplex Odeon to operate these locations for two years with a two year option. Also in the agreement was a clause that only Cineplex Odeon could operate the locations as movie theatres. Hence, the Sprinfield and Annandale properties were demolished and the State (building protected by Falls Church City historical designation) became a highly regarded music venue. And now you know, the rest of the story!

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Soundman176 commented about Annandale Theatre on Sep 10, 2017 at 9:04 am

The Town Theatre Group operated the Annandale for only a short time. NTI took over operations along with the Barracks Road Theatre in Charlottesville, VA.

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Soundman176 commented about Tysons Cinema on Jun 13, 2013 at 12:34 pm

One of only 5 Washington, DC area screens to show Jaws first run in 1975.

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Soundman176 commented about AMC Worldgate 9 on Jun 13, 2013 at 12:32 pm

Worldgate 9 was taken over by AMC in May 2013.

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Soundman176 commented about Super 29 Drive-In on Jun 13, 2013 at 12:28 pm

I worked as a projectionist at the Super 29 in late 60’s. Century projectors, RCA soundheads and Ashcraft carbon arc lamphouses.

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Soundman176 commented about Manassas 4 Cinemas on Jun 13, 2013 at 12:24 pm

This is not the same building as the old Reb Yank. Different ends of the shopping center.