Independent Cinemas Australia is inviting federal MPs and the wider community to visit local cinemas throughout next week in an attempt to raise awareness of the pandemic's impact on its members and secure greater financial support.
The Federal Government has released the guidelines for the Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund as it opens for applications.
Australian Federation Against Copyright Theft's founder has resigned, it was announced yesterday.
Independent cinema operators have renewed their calls for Federal Government support, with the launch of a new campaign designed to secure more funding in the lead up to Christmas.
Australia's independent exhibitors warn that more than 50 per cent face being forced to shut down permanently in the next six months unless they get urgent relief from the Federal Government.
Independent cinema owners from across the country are gathered at the 2017 ICAA Conference in Sydney this week to talk about the future for film exhibition.
Long-time Roxy Theatre owner Bob Brainwood and recently departed Independent Cinemas Australia CEO Adrianne Pecotic were honoured at Thursday's ICA Conference Gala Dinner.
Independent cinema stalwart Bob Parr has died aged 77.