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Christie is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for cinema exhibitors. Christie, a leading innovator since 1929 and a pioneer in projection systems since 1979, has established a global reputation as a quality manufacturer of display technologies and solutions for the world's cinema exhibition industry.. Christie offers comprehensive solutions for cinema, large audience venues, control rooms, business presentations, training facilities, 3D and Virtual Reality, simulation and education as well as industrial and government environments. Christie Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Mar 31, 2025 Helios SA Converts Entire Chain to Christie Laser Projection in Major Multi-Year Agreement Helios SA, the largest independent cinema chain in Poland, has signed a multi-year agreement with Christie® to convert its entire chain to RGB pure laser projection. Over the next couple of years, all Helios screens will have the latest laser projectors from Christie’s CineLife+™ Series and CineLife+ IMB-S4 media servers. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 27, 2025 Christie Equips New Cinemex Theatres in Mexico with Laser Projectors Cinemex, one of Mexico’s leading cinema chains, has acquired Christie® CineLife+™ Series laser cinema projectors to equip five theatre complexes as part of its brand renewal and modernization initiative, coinciding with its 30th anniversary. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 26, 2025 Christie Elevates the Cinema Experience with VDR at CinemaCon 2025 Christie® will preview its Variable Dynamic Range (VDR) technology for vivid on-screen visuals, enhanced energy efficiency and reduced total cost of ownership at CinemaCon, Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, March 31–April 3. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer Christie® is pleased to announce the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, effective April 1, 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Christie CineLife Christie CineLife Features Real\|Laser™ illumination Christie® RGB laser projection systems feature an innovative system architecture with a remote projection head connected to the laser light source (laser module) via a fiber optic link. Often referred to as "pure laser", RGB laser technology uses individual red, green and blue lasers to generate light. https://www.christiedigital.com/solutions/cinem... DLP Cinema™ 2K Resolution DCI Approved Technology designed to bring your cinema to life. We designed our CineLife Series to be both affordable and easy to install, to help bring RGB pure laser to the mainstream auditorium. With no need for external chillers or fiber-coupling, DCI-compliant CineLife projectors fit perfectly into limited spaces and produce premium-grade visuals. More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/cin... Christie CineLife+ Christie CineLife+ Features Real\|Laser™ illumination Christie® RGB laser projection systems feature an innovative system architecture with a remote projection head connected to the laser light source (laser module) via a fiber optic link. Often referred to as "pure laser", RGB laser technology uses individual red, green and blue lasers to generate light. https://www.christiedigital.com/solutions/cinem... DLP Cinema™ 4K Resolution DCI Approved Brilliant illumination, brilliant electronics. Unmatched cinematic performance. CineLife+ projectors are DCI-compliant, offer a new world of color and contrast, provide high efficiency and a long operational life, and reproduce 2D and 3D content at 4K resolution and up to 120 frames per second. See the future with CineLife+ projectors! More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/cin... Christie Duo Christie Duo Features DLP Cinema™ Dual Projector Integration Kit Christie® Duo is a dual-projection integration kit. With it, you can generate twice the projected brightness for sharper, superior 2D and 3D images. But you get none of the high cost or hassle that comes with current industry ‘big screen’ premium solutions. More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/chr...	Arts Alliance Media (AAM) is the global leader in digital cinema software and services, offering a wide range of solutions which help exhibitors to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve the cinematic experience for their customers. AAM’s extensive portfolio, including Producer, Screenwriter, Lifeguard, MX4D, and HeyLED, touches over 42,000 screens worldwide, while their network operations centre (NOC) supports several thousand screens. AAM is part of the Luxin-Rio Group, the world’s foremost cinema technologies provider. Arts Alliance Media Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Apr 2, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Announces Inaugural Partner Awards, Honouring Cinema West Theatres and Sound Vision Technical Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural client awards. These awards celebrate partners who have not only demonstrated outstanding use of AAM’s technology but who also embody the company’s mission: to empower global cinema exhibition in delivering exceptional moviegoing experiences. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 Cinépolis Renew Software Partnership with Arts Alliance Media for Producer, Screenwriter and AdFuser Solutions Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has announced the extension of a long-standing partnership with Cinépolis, the leader of the film and entertainment industry in Mexico and Latin America, and the world’s largest cinema chain in terms of attendance per-auditorium. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Mar 26, 2025 Sound Vision Technical Highlights Arts Alliance Media's Premier Software and Support in New Case Study Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has been commended for delivering premier support access, high-quality cinema solutions, and optimised efficiency for exhibitors in a newly released case study featuring Chase Taylor of Sound Vision Technical (SVT), a trusted provider of digital cinema conversions and installations worldwide. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is delighted to announce the appointment of Alan Bowen as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: AAM Producer AAM Producer Enterprise Theatre Management System With more control and enhanced visibility, Producer lets you manage content across an entire cinema circuit from anywhere, at any time; all from a single dashboard. From automated playlist creation to real-time content and site monitoring, gain a bird’s-eye view of your cinemas’ operations. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=1 AAM Screenwriter AAM Screenwriter Theatre Management System As the most powerful, widely deployed Theatre Management System (TMS) in the world, Screenwriter offers comprehensive control over your content and screens from one central location in your cinema. Prepare to join a global network of centralised cinemas. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=2 AAM Lifeguard AAM Lifeguard Hardware Management System In a post Virtual Print Fee (VPF) world, Lifeguard gives you the tools to build your own NOC solution, helping to optimise hardware and reduce lost revenue. Now, you can stay on top of your assets with one central application More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=3 AAM HeyLED AAM HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen Technology Revealing pure colour, true black, and higher contrast and brightness, the HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen presents colour as you’ve never seen it before. Prepare your audiences for the next generation cinema screen. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=6
SHARP’s Digital Cinema Projector Series offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today offering laser light sources in a variety of sizes and brightness, all DCI compliant. SHARP also offers full digital signage solutions, highlighted by its award-winning 32”-98” LCD displays, direct view LED solutions, multimedia projectors and desktop monitors for lobbies, concessions and concourses. Movie-goers expect a premium Cinema experience — from building anticipation to fulfilling the dream. From the foyer to the theater, Sharp can deliver the perfect visual experience through all stages of the customer journey. Sharp Electronics Corporation Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Nov 27, 2023 Sharp NEC Display Solutions Returns to Join CineAsia 2023 Sharp NEC Display Solutions, a leading manufacturer of cinema projectors, is announcing their participation at CineAsia, being held December 4-7, 2023 in True Icon Hall in Bangkok Thailand. The new NC603L series laser projector models will be exhibited in the booth to demonstrate their performance. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Oct 3, 2023 Sharp/NEC Announces New Lightweight NEC NC1503L Digital Cinema Projector for Flexible Installations Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe announces the launch of the latest digital cinema projector: the NEC NC1503L is a compact, lightweight and quiet projector model that features the same proven cabinet as the NC1402L. The new model is using RB laser technology, boosting its performance to up to 14,000 Lumen brightness. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Sep 14, 2023 Sharp/NEC returns as partner to the 71st edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will again be supporting the San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF), taking place from 22 to 30 September 2023. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Jul 4, 2023 Sharp/NEC to Support Festival Cinéma Paradiso Louvre as Technology Partner Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will support the fourth edition of the Festival Cinéma Paradiso taking place from 6 to 9 July 2023 in the majestic Cour Carrée of the Louvre. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Sharp NC2403ML Sharp NC2403ML Features NEC RB Laser NEC's RB laser technology, which is almost speckle-free compared to RGB technology, providing similar benefits yet at a lower cost. Don’t limit your venue’s potential; go beyond cinema to increase your visitor numbers and maximise revenue. The modular light concept opens opportunities to screen alternative content for corporate presentations and... NC2402ML Benefits Modular Light Source – achieve the light output which is perfectly adjusted to your requirements with exchangeable light modules 24,500lm, 20,000lm and 18,000lm for different brightness demands. Optimise yor cost ownership – take advantage of new financing structures; lease your light engine and only pay for the light y... https://www.nec-display-solutions.com/p/uk/en/p... 2K Resolution DCI Approved Modular Cinema Projection – a new standard in adaptable screening The world’s first cinema projector offering a modular laser light system with projector head, all in one box. The modular concept allows you to plug-in the appropriate light modules based on the brightness you need. Protect your investment when migrating from 2D to 3D projection, or adapting your set-up to a wider screen. More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc2443ml Sharp NC3541L Sharp NC3541L Features DLP Cinema™ 4K Resolution DCI Approved Laser Illumination (RGB) High Contrast Image Laser Illumination 35,000-lumen 4K RGB Laser Projector Designed for auditoriums with screens (up to 108.3 ft. wide), NEC's NC3540 series is a 35,000 lumen RGB Laser DLP cinema projector. Delivering precise 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution and an impressively wide color space (Rec 2020), 3-D capabilities and high contrast images (2000:1), this model is easy to operate, extremely user-friendly and requires... More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc3541l Sharp NC1201L-A Sharp NC1201L-A Features DLP Cinema™ 2K Resolution DCI Approved Laser Illumination (BP) Digital Cinema Laser/Phosphor Projector Designed for theaters with small screens, NEC’s NC1201L DLP cinema projector delivers an enhanced theater experience with pristine images. With its S2K chip set from Texas Instruments®, the NC1201L is the latest in a line of compact lightweight laser based 2K DCI-certified digital cinema projector on the market. Its small size enables it to be i... More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc1201l-a Sharp NC2041L Sharp NC2041L Features DLP Cinema™ Laser Illumination (RB) 4K Resolution DCI Approved High Contrast Image 20,000-lumen 4K RB Laser Projector Designed for auditoriums with screens (up to 65.6 ft. wide), NEC's NC2041L is the latest DCI compliant RB Laser DLP cinema projector. Delivering precise 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution, 3-D capabilities and high contrast images (2000:1), this model is easy to operate, extremely user-friendly and requires minimal maintenance. More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc2041l	USHIO manufactures the highest-quality digital cinema projection bulbs available. USHIO xenon short-arc lamps boast a spectrum that is closer to natural sunlight than that of any other artificial light source. In addition to commercializing products for search and spot lights, which demand precise, powerful white beam lamps. USHIO became the first in the world to develop a xenon short-arc lamp exclusively for large scale, theater-use movie projectors. Ushio America Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, the leader in audio and visual technologies, today jointly announce the appointment of Koji Naito as the new chairman and CEO of Christie Digital Systems, globally. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Dec 9, 2018 New LUMINITY Series by USHIO Saves the Xenon Heyday Worldwide USHIO, one of the largest and most trusted names in the manufacturing of high-pressure xenon lamps today, proudly introduces the LUMINITY series. LUMINITY is the result of a substantial R&D effort that extends the lifespan of numerous xenon lamps with additional working hours between 100-500 hours. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Aug 11, 2016 Ushio America Announces Partnership with Matex Controls Ushio America, Inc. is pleased to announce partnership with Matex Controls, leader in software development for Building Management System. Their unique Virtual Energy Management System (VEMS®) platform, designed specifically for cinema buildings in mind, offers energy savings of more than 25% over time. VEMS presents the new possibilities of their innovative method of saving energy in buildings, especially cinemas. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: USHIO Cinema Lamps USHIO Cinema Lamps Impress your audience USHIO lamps offer great performance with an extremely long lifetime. The superior quality in brightness, contrast, color and sharpness on your cinema screen will constantly impress your audience. Our consistent performance and reliability are unmatched. That’s why huge majority of movie theaters around the globe already trust the USHIO products. More Information: https://www.ushio.com/products/cinema/
GDC Technology is a leading manufacturer and provider of cinema equipment and solutions including cinema automation systems, cinema servers, cinema enterprise software, cinema storage, cinema audio solutions, and cinema projectors. GDC's products and solutions meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios. GDC Technology Limited Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Apr 2, 2025 Lotte and GDC Technology Strengthen Alliance with New Multi-Year Media Server Agreement GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a global leader in digital cinema solutions, today announced that Lotte Cinema has selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) for its comprehensive theatre upgrade program. The agreement covers the replacement of legacy systems and new installations across Lotte Cinema locations. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 GDC AIB-3000 Transforms Cinema Audio GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that worldwide sales and commitments for its 16-channel cinema audio processor, AIB-3000, have shipped over 270 units since its introduction in 2024. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 EIKON Develops Smart Workflow with GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server Solution GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that EIKON has selected GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server solution to manage the ingest and streaming playback of Digital Cinema Packages (DCP) for Quality Control (QC) of content at its global facilities. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Mar 31, 2025 GDC Technology Reaches Major Milestone with the World’s First DCI-Certified HDR LED Media Server Designed for Cinema Screen GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions announced that a new Cinity LED solution incorporating media server technology from GDC, has successfully passed the latest and most rigorous test for High Dynamic Range (“HDR”) and 3D presentation under Compliance Test Plan (CTP) version 1.4.1 from Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI). Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Cinema Automation Cinema Automation GDC’s CA2.0 smart cinema solution not only automates your playback process from the SCL Mk2 live-streaming library server to one or each auditorium’s diskless SR-1000 media server but also allows exhibitors to fully automate the booth operations with a one-stop-shop solution by bundling with GDC’s four automation products designed for: 1. Power ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-automation/?u... Cinema Media Servers Cinema Media Servers GDC manufactures and develops high-quality DCI-compliant digital cinema media servers fulfilling customers’ needs for the past 20 years. GDC partners with the most DCI-recognized cinema display technologies in the world including Barco, Cineappo, Christie, Sony, SHAPP/NEC cinema professional digital cinema projectors and Samsung Onyx Cinema LED ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-media-servers... Cinema Enterprise Software Cinema Enterprise Software GDC leading digital cinema solutions provider develops different revolutionary enterprise solutions to streamline the cinema chain operations which include: TMS-2000 Theatre Management System is your comprehensive solution to manage content, digital cinema equipment, and more from a central location. TmsAware™ App allows you to monitor cinema o... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-enterprise-so... Cinema Storage Cinema Storage GDC cinema storage solutions offer scalable storage options with different features that fit exhibitors’ various needs. You may choose to upgrade your existing cinema media server SR-1000 IMB with built-in CineCache™ 2TB. You may consider choosing larger storage with an external hard drive for movie DCPs including Portable Storage features up to... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-storage/?utm_...	When you choose Barco, you're not just selecting a projector; you're investing in a world-class cinema experience backed by decades of projection heritage and cutting-edge technology. Our award-winning laser portfolio isn't just extensive; it's a testament to our commitment to excellence. From the AIS Lumiere award for lightsteering to the prestigious AIS Wheatstone award and the consecutive BTOB awards in 2020 and 2021 – our trophy shelf is a reflection of our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. Barco Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Apr 2, 2025 Barco Expands 2025 HDR by Barco Release Slate with Universal Pictures’ JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH and New Live-Action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON Barco announced today from CinemaCon, the annual convention for theater owners in Las Vegas, that Universal Pictures’ JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH and new live-action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON will release in premium HDR by Barco. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 Warner Bros. Pictures’ SINNERS From Ryan Coogler and Starring Michael B. Jordan In a Dual Role Confirmed for Release in Premium HDR by Barco Today at CinemaCon, the annual gathering of theater owners in Las Vegas, Barco announced Warner Bros. Pictures’ SINNERS is set for release in the HDR by Barco premium format. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Mar 31, 2025 Barco Announces Upcoming 2025 Sony Pictures Titles for Release in HDR: KARATE KID: LEGENDS, 28 YEARS LATER On the first day of CinemaCon 2025, the annual gathering of theater owners in Las Vegas, Barco announced upcoming Sony Pictures titles to be released in premium HDR by Barco. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Mar 31, 2025 Barco Debuts New Smart Cinema Amplifier and Integrated Media Server with Audio Processing at CinemaCon 2025 Barco, the global leader in laser cinema technology, debuted two new solutions at CinemaCon 2025 today, expanding the Barco Cinema portfolio with enhanced audio capabilities and faster, more efficient operations. The Barco mFusion ICMP-XS integrated audio and media server and Barco Smart Amplifier are designed to work seamlessly with the award-winning Barco Series 4 projection family to enable unified technology management, powerful content processing and playback, and rich surround sound. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: HDR by Barco HDR by Barco HDR by Barco Elevate your cinema with unprecedented brightness, profound blacks, and captivating contrast. Harnessing the power of laser projection and a patented approach, HDR by Barco redefines the very essence of cinematic excellence. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/solutions/cinema/hdr-by-barco Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 We designed Barco Series 4 in collaboration with cinemas for their exact needs. A unified family of next-generation laser projectors. Powering your cinema with a performance and a simplicity you’ve never seen before. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec... Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Prepare your projector for tomorrow. Our fully-integrated Laser Light Upgrade can replace and improve the light source in Series 2 models. A sustainable way to bring incredible image quality and crystal-clear cinema to your audience. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec...

Industry Partners

The International Cinema Technology Association is a global network of professionals in the motion picture industry. Members of the ICTA are those companies that manufacture, service and create the equipment that goes into movie theatres. Our members are on the cutting edge of new technologies and have been the driving force in digital, 3D, immersive sound systems, high frame rates and lasers. The ICTA promotes technological advancements in the motion picture industry through educational seminars and programs. The ICTA logo stands for excellence and professionalism and when on a member’s letterhead signifies that the company is reliable, competent and committed. International Cinema Technology Association Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Mar 31, 2025 ICTA, Inter-Society, and The Cinema Foundation Celebrate the Inaugural Cinema Systems Summit The Inter-Society, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), and The Cinema Foundation proudly welcome a capacity crowd to the fully booked inaugural Cinema Systems Summit, a groundbreaking event dedicated to the interconnected technologies that drive the modern moviegoing experience. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Jan 7, 2025 ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page

The International Cinema Technology Association is a global network of professionals in the motion picture industry. Members of the ICTA are those companies that manufacture, service and create the equipment that goes into movie theatres. Our members are on the cutting edge of new technologies and have been the driving force in digital, 3D, immersive sound systems, high frame rates and lasers. The ICTA promotes technological advancements in the motion picture industry through educational seminars and programs. The ICTA logo stands for excellence and professionalism and when on a member’s letterhead signifies that the company is reliable, competent and committed.

Recent News:

Mar 31, 2025 ICTA, Inter-Society, and The Cinema Foundation Celebrate the Inaugural Cinema Systems Summit

The Inter-Society, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), and The Cinema Foundation proudly welcome a capacity crowd to the fully booked inaugural Cinema Systems Summit, a groundbreaking event dedicated to the interconnected technologies that drive the modern moviegoing experience.

Jan 7, 2025 ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie.

Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region.

Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.

Shows & Events

CineAsia 2025 has been scheduled for Dec 8-11, 2025 in Bangkok. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professional come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry. CineAsia 2025 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page Nov 2, 2020 Film Expo Group and Presenting Sponsor, Cinionic, Announce the 2020 CineAsia On-Line Schedule of Events The Film Expo Group and presenting sponsor Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, are pleased to announce the 2020 CineAsia Conference & Trade Show Schedule of Events. In consideration of COVID-19, this year’s convention is entirely online, running November 4 & 5, 2020. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page Feb 6, 2020 Cineasia Reclaims Bangkok as Site for Cineasia 2020 The Film Expo Group is pleased to officially announce that CineAsia is relocating to Bangkok, Thailand from 7-10, December, 2020. The venue will be the Royal Paragon Halls at the Siam Paragon Mall with screenings and presentations at the Paragon Cinema. Full News Article CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page Jul 24, 2019 Dinh Thi Thanh Huong to Receive Distributor of the Year at CineAsia 2019 Dinh Thi Thanh Huong, Vice Chairwoman of Galaxy Media and Entertainment JSC will receive the “Distributor of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 12 December 2019 at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong. Full News Article CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page	CineEurope 2025, has been scheduled for June 16-19, 2025 in Barcelona. CineEurope promises to bring you another year with the very best in exclusive studio screenings and product presentations, cinematic technologies and innovations and educational seminars to keep your business on top of industry trends. CineEurope 2025 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: May 6, 2024 Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award KINEPOLIS Group NV, the Belgian company operating 109 cinemas and 1,131 screens worldwide, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the CineEurope Milestone Award, given in recognition of its outstanding accomplishments within European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 20 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023 Welcoming delegates at the opening ceremony of this year’s CineEurope, Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the European cinema trade grouping UNIC, today celebrated the unique appeal of the Big Screen experience. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page May 24, 2023 Cinionic Named Official Cinema Projection Provider Of CineEurope 2023 Cinionic, the global leader in laser cinema technology, has partnered with the Film Expo Group to become the Official Cinema Projection Provider of CineEurope for the fifth year in a row. All projection equipment in the CCIB Auditorium will be supplied by Cinionic, powering the studio product presentations and screenings with Laser Projection by Cinionic. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page Apr 5, 2023 Hans-Joachim Flebbe to Receive 2023 UNIC Achievement Award HANS-JOACHIM FLEBBE, Founder and Managing Director of Astor Film Lounge and Zoo Palast, has been named as the 2023 recipient of the UNIC Achievement Award, given each year in recognition of outstanding dedication and service to European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 22 June at the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page
ShowEast 2025 is scheduled to be held in Miami from September 15-18th at Loews Miami Beach, features a range of exclusive product presentations and screenings from both Independent and Major Hollywood studios to help you make important programming decisions for the 4th quarter box office. ShowEast’s International program draws a large contingency of Latin and South American delegates – more than any other convention of its kind. ShowEast 2025 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Oct 17, 2019 Christie’s Jack Kline inducted into the ShowEast Hall of Fame Jack Kline, current advisor and former Chairman, President and CEO of Christie, today, was inducted into the annual ShowEast Hall of Fame. An honor which pays tribute to a select band of film industry veterans, the inductees are hand-picked by an all-industry executive committee. Kline’s induction ceremony took place at a special gala luncheon held on October 17, the final day of ShowEast 2019. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page Oct 10, 2019 Women in Exhibition (WIE) Builds Momentum at ShowEast 2019 Women in Exhibition (WIE) that launched during last month’s mid-western Geneva Convention, where founding members led a panel on women’s leadership, are excited to expand their industry outreach heading into this year’s ShowEast, October 14-17, 2019. Full News Article ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page Oct 26, 2018 CJ 4DPLEX Wins 2018 ShowEast “Innovator of the Year” for ScreenX CJ 4DPLEX (www.cj4dx.com), the world's leading cinema technology company, announced today that the Film Expo Group has selected the company for the ShowEast “Innovator of the Year.” The organization will present the award and honor Brandon Choi, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX America, as a part of the ShowEast Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 25 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Full News Article ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page

CineAsia 2025 has been scheduled for Dec 8-11, 2025 in Bangkok.

The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professional come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.

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San Francisco, CA—Oct 31, 2005

Disney’s First CG Feature, “Chicken Little,” to Debut in Disney Digital 3D™ in Select Theatres Nationwide on Nov. 4th

Revolutionary New System Offers Superior 3D Motion Picture Experience

Walt Disney Pictures offers moviegoers a glimpse into the future of theatrical exhibition with the November 4th debut of “Chicken Little” in Disney Digital 3D™. Disney Digital 3D, presented exclusively in Dolby® Digital Cinema, is a brand new state-of-the-art technology that provides the first true three-dimensional digital experience in movie theatres. In collaboration with Disney, Dolby Laboratories is overseeing the rollout of its Dolby Digital Cinema systems in a total of 84 specially-selected, high-profile theatres in 25 top markets. Visual effects giant Industrial Light & Magic (a Lucasfilm Ltd. company) rendered the movie in 3D. Digital 3D pioneer, REAL D, applied several of its patented technologies (screens, software and glasses) to make the “Chicken Little” 3D experience possible for presentation on the Real D Cinema system. This joint effort has resulted in the next leap forward in the evolution of motion picture entertainment, bringing animation to life.

“Chicken Little” is Disney’s first fully computer-animated feature film, and it brings the Studio’s distinct filmmaking style and approach to this exciting medium. The sky’s the limit in this delightful comedy-adventure that gives a sophisticated and satirical twist to the classic fable. It is now one year after the “unfortunate acorn incident” when Chicken Little caused big-time havoc in his hometown of Oakey Oaks by proclaiming that the sky was falling after being conked on the head by what appeared to be an acorn. Down but not out, the plucky chicken joins the local baseball team in the hopes of reviving his reputation and winning the respect of his father, Buck Cluck. When he leads the town to an upset victory, he becomes the toast of the town. But no sooner has the champion chicken redeemed himself when he is hit on the head one more time. And this time the sky really is falling! Fearful of once again being labeled crazy, he is reluctant to tell anyone what has happened. Instead, he enlists the help of his closest pals – Runt of the Litter, Abby Mallard (aka Ugly Duckling), and Fish Out of Water – in an attempt to save the day without sending the town into a whole new panic.

Commenting on the announcement, Dick Cook, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, said, “Disney Digital 3D is a truly groundbreaking technology that combines the latest innovations of science and art, and we are proud to be a part of filmmaking history. Walt Disney pioneered many technological breakthroughs and set an uncompromising goal for his Studio to constantly push the envelope to offer a superior movie going experience. We are very proud to add this animation milestone to the long list of technological breakthroughs for the studio, and we are especially thrilled to work with entertainment technology leader Dolby in this exciting launch. Likewise, we are proud to have the wizards at Industrial Light & Magic to help deliver the movie in 3D, and the experts at REAL D on board to make 3D like no one has ever seen.”

Academy Award®-winning director James Cameron (“Titanic”), a long-time supporter of 3D, added, “I think digital 3D offers an opportunity to do something as profound for today’s moviegoing audiences as the introduction of color and sound. This is the next big thing, and I think people are going to respond to these really high quality 3D images. ‘Chicken Little’ is going to go a long way towards getting people really excited about 3D again. I call it the 3D renaissance. Disney is a leader in showmanship and animation, and animation and 3D go together like peas and carrots. Animated films and fantasy films really benefit from 3D. You get a heightened sense of being personally present in the space of the movie. You’re drawn into it. It’s like the movie wraps around you and takes you into its reality. That’s a very exciting thing for a filmmaker. I’m really proud of Disney for grabbing the flag and running out in front to make this happen.”

Tim Partridge, senior vice president and general manager of the professional division for Dolby Laboratories, observed, “We live in a digital world, and consumers expect most of their entertainment these days to be delivered with the quality of digital. Digital cinema ensures that the movie will look as good on the hundredth screening as it did on opening night. There’s no more dirt or scratches; the image is always crystal clear and beautifully steady. What you see on the screen is the movie exactly as the director intended. As a result, audiences are able to get much more involved in the story because there are no distractions. When audiences go to see a movie played in Dolby Digital Cinema, they will be blown away by the quality and will want to see all their films digitally in the future.”

“‘Chicken Little’ really lent itself to 3D because of the way the filmmakers composed their shots and told their story,” said Colum Slevin, senior director of computer graphics at ILM Slevin. “The design is gorgeous, simple and stylized, and your eye is always drawn to a particular character or detail with the lighting. The 3D enriches that design and makes it pop, without ever slapping you in the face. You just feel like you’re looking at a really deep, rich image.”

Joel Aron, ILM’s digital production supervisor, observed, “What’s amazing about the 3D in ‘Chicken Little’ is that you’re able to look around and see everything in the frame. You can see things behind the characters. You can look out the window of Chicken Little’s home and see the stars in the sky. This level of detail has never been done before in 3D and this is the latest evolution of the technology.”

“We’re excited a studio with the prestige and heritage of Disney has embraced the digital 3D medium with such enthusiasm,” said Michael V. Lewis, chairman, Real D. “We’ve worked for years to create a digital 3D delivery system that is elegant for exhibitors and extremely comfortable for moviegoers, and we’re thrilled Disney’s ‘Chicken Little’ will be the premiere presentation in the REAL D Cinema format.”

Added Joshua Greer, CEO, REAL D, “The REAL D Cinema system projects left and right frame images sequentially at 144 frames per second – three times that of traditional film-based 3D movies – which was the threshold REAL D deemed necessary for creating a natural 3D entertainment experience for the mainstream consumer. As each frame alternates between left and right eye images, the system changes the orientation of the light of match the orientation of the glasses. The polarized glasses that decode the images allow audiences to tilt their heads and move around, making for the most enjoyable 3D movie-going experience ever. Finally, a specially-treated silver movie screen keeps the polarization coherent, allowing audiences to perceive depth. This complete system allows for the most comfortable, highest quality 3D experience ever produced, and one we think audiences will come back to experience again and again.

According to “Chicken Little” director Mark Dindal, “What I like about the process is that it’s very comfortable to watch. It feels like the screen becomes a window instead of a wall, and you’re looking behind it into this universe that really exists. It has the warmth and charm of a View-Master®. As I would watch the dailies come back in 3D, I literally cheered and laughed and clapped my hands. It was a fantastic collaborative experience.”

WALT DISNEY PRESENTS “CHICKEN LITTLE” NATIONWIDE IN DISNEY DIGITAL 3D PRESENTED EXCLUSIVELY IN DOLBY DIGITAL CINEMA IN THE FOLLOWING THEATRES:

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