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Mike Croaro
Master Film Handler

Posts: 394
From: Millbrae, CA
Registered: Apr 2005

posted 06-26-2006 11:19 PM

Hi Folks:

For the last two weeks the Aquarius has carried programming on only one screen. Any ideas why? I am simply curious.

Best REgards - Mike Croaro

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Mike Blakesley
Film God

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From: Forsyth, Montana
Registered: Jun 99

posted 06-27-2006 12:39 PM

They don't have a phone?

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John Pytlak
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From: Rochester, NY 14650-1922
Registered: Jan 2000

posted 06-27-2006 02:05 PM

Maybe the other screen is down due to mechanical difficulties, or they just didn't book for it this week. Again, a simple phone call should answer your question:

(650) 266-9260

Aquarius Theatre

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2 Screens. Built in 1969. Operated by Landmark since 1985. The Aquarius Theatre features the finest in independent and foreign language cinema. It is unique in both design and style, sporting two separate houses united under the Atlantean/underwater inspired wall murals and décor. Cinematographer Haskell Wexler and Francis Ford Coppola's feature film debuts were among the first films shown at the theatre. Located around the corner from Stanford University in the heart of Downtown Palo Alto, the Aquarius has the benefit of being situated in and around some of the best dining, shopping and recreation areas in Palo Alto.

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Mike Croaro
Master Film Handler

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From: Millbrae, CA
Registered: Apr 2005

posted 06-27-2006 08:13 PM

Hi Folks:

The phone number goes to an answering machine. The showime records gives no explanation of why only one screen is booked. Landmark keeps the "inside" phone numbers a secret in the bay area so theres no way to contact the theatre staff.

Mike

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Mike Blakesley
Film God

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From: Forsyth, Montana
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posted 06-27-2006 09:57 PM

Must not be any Film-Techers in that area or you'd have had an answer by now. I'd contact the home office from that website and ask them.

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Mike Croaro
Master Film Handler

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From: Millbrae, CA
Registered: Apr 2005

posted 06-29-2006 11:41 PM

Mike B. wrote:

"Must not be any Film-Techers in that area or you'd have had an answer by now."

Actually, regulars Eric Hooper & Carl Martin are from my area. I'm suprised they haven't chimed in. I'll take you advise and e-mail the home office.

Mike

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Mike Croaro
Master Film Handler

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From: Millbrae, CA
Registered: Apr 2005

posted 06-30-2006 10:55 PM

Hi Folks:

Got a reply from the home office of Landmark Theatres. I am told that they are renovating one of the auditoriums. I assume when they have finished they will renovate the other side. Amazing.........Landmark actually investing money in one of their theatres...Amazing.

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Paul Linfesty
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From: Bakersfield, CA, USA
Registered: Nov 1999

posted 06-30-2006 11:05 PM

quote: Mike Croaro
Landmark actually investing money in one of their theatres...Amazing.

Well, they just finished a month-long remodel of the NUART in Los Angeles...new seats with added legroom, decor, lobby, exterior, etc.

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Jeff Arellano
Film Handler

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From: Monterey Park, CA
Registered: Jul 2005

posted 07-01-2006 04:10 PM

I personally think the Landmark Nuart remodel is to keep people going there since Laemelle is constructing the new 14 screen artplex down on Pico that I think will shutter most single screeners on Santa Monica.

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Paul Linfesty
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: Bakersfield, CA, USA
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posted 07-01-2006 05:11 PM

quote: Jeff Arellano
I personally think the Landmark Nuart remodel is to keep people going there since Laemelle is constructing the new 14 screen artplex down on Pico that I think will shutter most single screeners on Santa Monica.

Isn't that new 14-plex supposed to be a Landmark?
And AFAIK, there is only one other theatre (single or otherwise) on Santa Monica, Laemmle's Royal, the building which includes their chain's offices.

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Eric Hooper
Jedi Master Film Handler

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From: Fort Worth, TX, USA
Registered: May 2003

posted 07-02-2006 11:45 PM

That Aquarius Twin needed a remodel too. It's in a good location as well!

I hope they put new seats, and get rid of that rediculous middle isle.

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Mike Croaro
Master Film Handler

Posts: 394
From: Millbrae, CA
Registered: Apr 2005

posted 07-08-2006 05:02 PM

Hi Folks:

Was at the Aquarius last night for "Who Killed the Electric Car". They appear to be renovating the bathrooms and possibly expanding them. They have removed the last 3 rows of seats from the large auditorium and built a large "box" which connects to the back wall where the bathrooms are. Projector shoots picture "over" the big box and down to the screen. Seats, carpet, screens, etc. all the same.

The owner of the buiding has posted some sort of a legal letter on the outside poster case stating that they will not be responsible or liable for any changes to the property.

Mike

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