Soundside Lights, Camera, Closures? - The state of independent movie theaters in Seattle
In early October, film buffs around the region received some bittersweet news…
The historic Egyptian Theater in Capitol Hill – which had been closed for repairs – would not reopen as a public theater. The Seattle International Film Festival decided to end its lease, saying it was a difficult decision but that it just wasn’t financially feasible.
This comes on the back of the closing of the Grand Illusion and AMC 10 theaters in the U-District.
In an era of streaming services and movie studio consolidations… What DOES it take to keep the independent theater scene thriving?
GUESTS:
- Beth Barrett - Artistic Director SIFF
- Kenny Alhadeff - Owner, Majestic Bay Theater
- Chase Hutchinson - Freelance Writer and Movie Critic
RELATED LINKS:
- For SIFF, Seattle’s Cinerama was a marquee purchase. Has it paid off?
- SIFF lays off staff amid financial challenges
- Seattle movie theater update: SIFF will end lease at historic Egyptian
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