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Miscellaneous | Other Kinds of Whatnot

Why Did So Many Movie Theaters Have Funky Carpets in the 1990s?

If you frequented movie theaters in the 1990s, you may remember the funky, galactic carpets that were once ubiquitous. It turns out their design served a practical (and disgusting) purpose.

Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous Chicago

The 7 Best Movie Theaters In Chicago : Chicagoist

This year's best theaters list features a few repeats along with some new additions. As always: debate; dissect; and discuss.

Miscellaneous | Chicago Suburbs

Spicing Up The Suburban Movie Scene

Chicagoans have access to tons of great cinema. Suburbanites? Not so much. We've gone searching for cinephile solutions outside Chicago city limits.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Movie theaters may encourage cell phones as '2nd screens'

Movie theaters may encourage cell phones as '2nd screens' Moviegoers are used to the long pre-show routine of film industry trivia, concession stand ads and trailers for coming films. The movie industry is working on ways to make smartphones, tablets and