Cinerama came about soon after people realized that the could watch television instead of having to go to movie theaters. These gigantic theaters provided an experience on a scale that could not be matched. They were the visual equivalent of watching three movies at once, because that is essentially what they were: a front movie and two side movies fused. But the cost of cinerama apparently outweighed the benefits, and so Hollywood decided to just go with wider films. Mark my words: technology will soon eliminate some of the enormous financial burdens associated with creating such films and venues like this one will become more of the norm.
But for now, it's the best place to watch eye-candy films. And with theater prices so expensive anyway, you might as well spend the extra dollar for for the very best experience.
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