Cineplex announces “Private Movie Nights” with up to 20 guests per theater – National

Ever since COVID-19 disrupted our lives and made everyday leisure activities almost impossible, it has been difficult to relax, especially with a larger group of friends and family. It seems there is now another option for those who feel locked up.

On Friday, Cineplex announced “Private Movie Nights,” a new private screening offering that gives Canadians across the country a way to watch their favorite movie on the big screen. (It doesn’t even have to be night. This is also available during the day.)

Just in time for the holidays – starting at $ 125 for groups of up to 20 guests – Canadians can rent a private auditorium and select a movie from more than 1,000 available titles.

Trying to satisfy every cinematic craving, Cineplex offers new and current releases, classics and of course holiday favorites.

“Going to the movies is a vacation tradition for so many Canadians and we are delighted to offer a safe and welcoming place for families and friends to keep their traditions alive through the magic of the cinema experience,” said Ellis Jacob, president and CEO. by Cineplex.

“Health and safety remain our top priority today and throughout this pandemic, and I couldn’t be more proud of how hard our local theater teams have worked to keep Canadians safe from our reopening. “Private Movie Nights” is a convenient way for families, friends and other groups to get together and celebrate the season safely. “

Canada’s largest theater chain has had a bad trip with the coronavirus, forcing it to cope with an ever-changing Hollywood release schedule: delays on big movies have left a major mark on the company’s share price, which has collapsed in recent months.

Cineplex is also addressing the fallout from UK film exhibitor Cineworld Group PLC which on June 12 left a $ 2.8 billion deal to buy the company. The Canadian company has filed a lawsuit against its former suitor over the failed deal that it expects will begin court proceedings in September 2021.

Perhaps the most damaging thing was the closure of the theaters; in August, Cineplex recorded a 95% drop in revenue.

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However, with the strictest cleaning and disinfection regulations in all open cinemas, Cineplex has hosted thousands of film screenings with no reported or confirmed COVID-19 broadcasts. According to the Global Cinema Federation, there have been no traced outbreaks in cinemas anywhere in the world.

Private movie nights are currently not available in locations where Cineplex cinemas are temporarily closed. A company representative confirmed that once the closed theater reopens, the option will become available.

You can book your private movie night by visiting the official Cineplex website.

– With files from The Canadian Press