When these cinemas do reopen, it probably won’t be business as usual.
It’s expected that chains will have a smaller number of showings and will also introduce social distancing measures in screening rooms despite the vaccine rollout going well.
The Odeon in George Street following refurbishment in 2016
Cinema chains are expected to arrange seating at screenings so that people are physically distanced.
A number of films, including a new Conjuring and Matrix film have had its releases pushed back due to the pandemic.
Last year, staff at the Ultimate Picture Palace off Cowley Road staged a successful crowdfunding appeal to help it survive.