What is another word for movie palaces?

Pronunciation: [mˈuːvi pˈalɪsɪz] (IPA)

The term "movie palace" refers to a grand, opulent movie theater that was popular in the early 20th century. These theaters were designed to resemble palaces with ornate architecture, plush seating, and impressive sound systems. Synonyms for movie palaces include grand theaters, movie theatres, cinemas, picture houses, and film palaces. These terms all evoke a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of cinema when attending a movie was considered a special event. Nowadays, with the rise of modern multiplexes and streaming services, movie palaces have become rare and cherished treasures of the past.

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Famous quotes with Movie palaces

  • Los Angeles has the greatest concentration of surviving movie palaces in the United States, yet most residents have never been inside one of them.
    Leonard Maltin

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