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Posted by: Good Boy Racer Jun 23 2009, 12:11 PM

Just thought i might start a topic about the new cinema coming to Newbury. I don't see any topics on it at the moment, so i hope you don't mind.

What's your thoughts on this cinema and do you think it's going to be a success?

Reading the NWN paper, i read that it will be ready during Late October early November? I just hope it's in time for the new SAW VI, very exciting stuff.
Has anyone heard what shops are going to be placed in there and when advertising starts? Love to know this.

Here's my thought on the cinema, i think it's going to be a success and a success for Newbury. So much easier than to travel to Basingstoke for example, driving down the dangerous A339 road.

7 screens i think i read... hard to imagine when you think of the space there is to build it there... ODEAN in Basingstoke still wins though, i think theres about 9+?, But 7 is good enough for me.

Posted by: Wicca Jun 23 2009, 12:19 PM

It'll be nice to get a bus in, watch a movie, have a few drinks afterwards then go home on the bus, instead of travelling to Reading all the time.

Posted by: GMR Jun 23 2009, 12:20 PM

I am looking forward to the cinema coming. The last time I went to a film was in Reading a couple of years ago. I went with my son to watch Die-hard 4.

Posted by: Andrea Jun 23 2009, 12:23 PM

Really looking forward to this! I rarely go out to the cinema because of the distance I'd have to travel. I usually go to the cinema for about 8pm or 9pm and once the movie is over, it's quite late. The last thing I want to do after watching a movie is spend 20+ minutes driving home. Definitely going to be a good thing for Newbury, will give kids something different to do.

I believe the real question will be when the cinema will REALLY be open for business wink.gif

Posted by: GMR Jun 23 2009, 12:37 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 23 2009, 01:23 PM) *
Really looking forward to this! I rarely go out to the cinema because of the distance I'd have to travel. I usually go to the cinema for about 8pm or 9pm and once the movie is over, it's quite late. The last thing I want to do after watching a movie is spend 20+ minutes driving home. Definitely going to be a good thing for Newbury, will give kids something different to do.

I believe the real question will be when the cinema will REALLY be open for business wink.gif



They say Novememberish.... maybe we should add a couple of months on laugh.gif

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 23 2009, 01:01 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jun 23 2009, 01:37 PM) *
They say Novememberish.... maybe we should add a couple of months on laugh.gif


I know what you are saying, looking at the state of the place now it is hard to see how they can finish it by November (anybody involved the project feel free to set us straight). I can't wait though, love going to the cinema but certainly don't go as much as i'd like because of the travelling.

Posted by: TallDarkAndHandsome Jun 23 2009, 01:10 PM

Is it the case that the Parking for this Cinema is going to be underground? If so, I hope that the area is well lit and patrolled by Cinema staff as it will beome a mecca for alcoholics, thieves and drug users otherwise.

Posted by: AmieB Jun 23 2009, 01:11 PM

Cant wait. Especially to see the new Saw movie. I really hope they have some nice restaurants there, and not too expensive. Its definatly a good thing for Newbury, and think of all the jobs it will provide.

Whats the betting the council will put evening parking up? Not that I would drive in as I like to have a drink! All though its still cheaper to park here in the evening than Reading. I went for a meal and then the cinema there and the car park come to about £8!!

The new cinema can only be a good thing for Newbury !

Posted by: GMR Jun 23 2009, 01:28 PM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 23 2009, 02:01 PM) *
I know what you are saying, looking at the state of the place now it is hard to see how they can finish it by November (anybody involved the project feel free to set us straight). I can't wait though, love going to the cinema but certainly don't go as much as i'd like because of the travelling.



I agree... I also have been waiting for the DVD's to come out before seeing the film. But will be looking forward to it. I wanted to see the Watchmaker, Star Trek and Wolverine... now I'll have to wait until they are out on DVD.

Posted by: GMR Jun 23 2009, 01:29 PM

QUOTE (TallDarkAndHandsome @ Jun 23 2009, 02:10 PM) *
Is it the case that the Parking for this Cinema is going to be underground? If so, I hope that the area is well lit and patrolled by Cinema staff as it will beome a mecca for alcoholics, thieves and drug users otherwise.



If we do have such problems then it will put people of going.

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 23 2009, 01:53 PM

QUOTE (TallDarkAndHandsome @ Jun 23 2009, 02:10 PM) *
Is it the case that the Parking for this Cinema is going to be underground? If so, I hope that the area is well lit and patrolled by Cinema staff as it will beome a mecca for alcoholics, thieves and drug users otherwise.


One problem scenario I can see happening regularly on a Friday/Saturday night is sober people coming out of the cinema around 11ish to be greeted by the drunks either heading to liquid or hanging around Montys and Chicagos.

Posted by: TallDarkAndHandsome Jun 23 2009, 02:05 PM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 23 2009, 02:53 PM) *
One problem scenario I can see happening regularly on a Friday/Saturday night is sober people coming out of the cinema around 11ish to be greeted by the drunks either heading to liquid or hanging around Montys and Chicagos.


Exactly my thoughts Gumbo. I can just see the scene now. You have had a pleasant soberish evening with you girlfriend / wife and come out to be greeted by drunken yobbos that have been refused entry to Liquid and after you have managed to circumnavigate them without getting 'involved' you then have to run the risk of a dimly lit car park full of druggies.

But then again - Perhaps my glass is half empty when it should be half full? rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jun 23 2009, 02:21 PM

I vote get rid of liquid! biggrin.gif

I have to admit, I have a hard time understanding how they're going to fit 7 screens, restaurants, car parking, and whatever else on that tiny corner plot. Although admittedly I haven't read much into the plans of the area... are they taking over some of the kennet centre for some restaurants? huh.gif

I would love to see a Nandos in there!

Posted by: Good Boy Racer Jun 23 2009, 02:29 PM

QUOTE
QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 23 2009, 02:53 PM)
One problem scenario I can see happening regularly on a Friday/Saturday night is sober people coming out of the cinema around 11ish to be greeted by the drunks either heading to liquid or hanging around Montys and Chicagos.

Exactly my thoughts Gumbo. I can just see the scene now. You have had a pleasant soberish evening with you girlfriend / wife and come out to be greeted by drunken yobbos that have been refused entry to Liquid and after you have managed to circumnavigate them without getting 'involved' you then have to run the risk of a dimly lit car park full of druggies.

But then again - Perhaps my glass is half empty when it should be half full?


I just only thought of that! Can you imagine the chaos of drunks and druggies trying to get in the cinema after leaving liquid or where ever else they came from??? I can see this being a real problem, so security may be in need for the place!

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 23 2009, 03:08 PM

Come on people be positive.

Newbury at night is no worse and quite possibly better than other, larger nearby towns.

Personally I have been mostly using the cinema at Didcot recently. Only 20 or so minutes away and right next to Sainsburys so parking is not a problem.

Bring it on, it's been over 10 years since we've had a purpose built cinema, which is dreadful given the population of the catchment area.

Let's hope it is sensibly priced too and maybe they could show older films too as well as the new releases. Cult classics, all time greats, music films that sort of thing.

Posted by: TallDarkAndHandsome Jun 23 2009, 03:18 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 23 2009, 04:08 PM) *
Come on people be positive.

Newbury at night is no worse and quite possibly better than other, larger nearby towns.

Personally I have been mostly using the cinema at Didcot recently. Only 20 or so minutes away and right next to Sainsburys so parking is not a problem.

Bring it on, it's been over 10 years since we've had a purpose built cinema, which is dreadful given the population of the catchment area.

Let's hope it is sensibly priced too and maybe they could show older films too as well as the new releases. Cult classics, all time greats, music films that sort of thing.


Agree with you entirely Bill on the need for a Cinema. I am certain they are building it in the wrong location though. Wait and see.

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 23 2009, 03:27 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 23 2009, 04:08 PM) *
Come on people be positive.

Newbury at night is no worse and quite possibly better than other, larger nearby towns.

Personally I have been mostly using the cinema at Didcot recently. Only 20 or so minutes away and right next to Sainsburys so parking is not a problem.

Bring it on, it's been over 10 years since we've had a purpose built cinema, which is dreadful given the population of the catchment area.

Let's hope it is sensibly priced too and maybe they could show older films too as well as the new releases. Cult classics, all time greats, music films that sort of thing.


Don't get me wrong Bill1 I want the cinema and am really looking forward to it but I also know Newbury on a Friday night and at times it isn't a pretty place. Like Andrea I haven't seen the plans so maybe this wont be a problem but we'll see. In Reading and Basingstoke both areas are well lit and you don't really have to walk past loads of drunks to get to your cars, hopefully Newbury will be the same.

Posted by: Andy Jun 23 2009, 04:35 PM

QUOTE (TallDarkAndHandsome @ Jun 23 2009, 02:10 PM) *
Is it the case that the Parking for this Cinema is going to be underground? If so, I hope that the area is well lit and patrolled by Cinema staff as it will beome a mecca for alcoholics, thieves and drug users otherwise.



I thought the multi-storey was to remain open late to accommodate the parking?

Posted by: Road User Jun 24 2009, 07:15 AM

QUOTE (Andy @ Jun 23 2009, 05:35 PM) *
I thought the multi-storey was to remain open late to accommodate the parking?



I am very much looking forward to the new cinema. I normaly go to the Odeaon in Basingstoke. I prefer to watch films without lots of mobile phones going off and little kids whinging or crying so my husband and I go on Saturday afternoons. The cinema usually has only a handful of people in it and they tend to be ones who actually want to see the film and not just take up space chatting to their mates on the phone. This also elimnates the problem of drunken abusive yobs spoiling the film or throwing up on your shoes as you leave the cinema. wink.gif


Posted by: AmieB Jun 24 2009, 07:56 AM

QUOTE (Road User @ Jun 24 2009, 08:15 AM) *
I am very much looking forward to the new cinema. I normaly go to the Odeaon in Basingstoke. I prefer to watch films without lots of mobile phones going off and little kids whinging or crying so my husband and I go on Saturday afternoons. The cinema usually has only a handful of people in it and they tend to be ones who actually want to see the film and not just take up space chatting to their mates on the phone. This also elimnates the problem of drunken abusive yobs spoiling the film or throwing up on your shoes as you leave the cinema. wink.gif


I dont think I have ever seen a film with little kids whinging or crying inless i've gone to watch a cartoon, which therefore would expect it..... smile.gif

Posted by: James_Trinder Jun 24 2009, 12:20 PM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 24 2009, 08:56 AM) *
I dont think I have ever seen a film with little kids whinging or crying inless i've gone to watch a cartoon, which therefore would expect it..... smile.gif


It's all the fault of the stupid 12A certificate, which replaced the PG and 12 certificates. Therefore your average 12A film is now like your average PG film used to be with mothers bringing in small children to watch action films and the like. It particularly makes a mockery of films that involve a lot of tension.

Posted by: Road User Jun 24 2009, 12:27 PM

QUOTE (James_Trinder @ Jun 24 2009, 01:20 PM) *
It's all the fault of the stupid 12A certificate, which replaced the PG and 12 certificates. Therefore your average 12A film is now like your average PG film used to be with mothers bringing in small children to watch action films and the like. It particularly makes a mockery of films that involve a lot of tension.



The last film I saw that had crying kids in the theater was The Dark Knight/Batman movie. It was too frightening for small children and they didn't understand what was happening. Not really the film to take a four year old to but them some parents are idiots! Glad I didn't have to deal with the nightmares that must have brought on! So No it wasn't a cartoon it was an adult film. But then I have been to see cert 18 movies and have seen parents bring children in car seats.
I hate to think what those poor kids will be like when their older and have flash backs to the violent and frightening images on the screen..... blink.gif .

Posted by: AmieB Jun 24 2009, 12:44 PM

QUOTE (Road User @ Jun 24 2009, 01:27 PM) *
The last film I saw that had crying kids in the theater was The Dark Knight/Batman movie. It was too frightening for small children and they didn't understand what was happening. Not really the film to take a four year old to but them some parents are idiots! Glad I didn't have to deal with the nightmares that must have brought on! So No it wasn't a cartoon it was an adult film. But then I have been to see cert 18 movies and have seen parents bring children in car seats.
I hate to think what those poor kids will be like when their older and have flash backs to the violent and frightening images on the screen..... blink.gif .


Children in car seats.... unsure.gif

Posted by: GMR Jun 24 2009, 01:13 PM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 24 2009, 01:44 PM) *
Children in car seats.... unsure.gif



removable car bucket seats that you can carry around with you. You obviously never had kids. laugh.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 24 2009, 04:21 PM

"The last film I saw that had crying kids in the theater was The Dark Knight/Batman movie. It was too frightening for small children and they didn't understand what was happening. Not really the film to take a four year old to but them some parents are idiots! Glad I didn't have to deal with the nightmares that must have brought on! So No it wasn't a cartoon it was an adult film. But then I have been to see cert 18 movies and have seen parents bring children in car seats.
I hate to think what those poor kids will be like when their older and have flash backs to the violent and frightening images on the screen..... . "


So an 18 year old with ID may be refused alcohol if people with him/her appear to be underage and have no proof, but babies and toddlers are being allowed into Cert 18 films?????

Surely not.


Oh and GMR your comment to Amie B wasn't very nice, she was showing her astonishment, which I share, not asking what a car seat was! In fact if you took the trouble to read her profile you'd see that she has a toddler of her own.

You want to be careful GMR making crass jokes about people not having kids could really upset someone, if it was true but they couldn't have children for medical reasons.

Posted by: Road User Jun 24 2009, 08:13 PM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 24 2009, 01:44 PM) *
Children in car seats.... unsure.gif



Yes, those devices to prevent children from becoming missiles when travelling in vehicles. My friend bought one for her daughter so she could be sure her grandson would be safe. Theirs has a fixed frame that is permanently fixed in her car and the seat can be taken out and allows you to carry them around and put them in shopping trolleys or in my case cinema seats. Being a mother AmieB I am surprised you haven’t heard of them.

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 24 2009, 08:17 PM

QUOTE (Road User @ Jun 24 2009, 09:13 PM) *
Yes, those devices to prevent children from becoming missiles when travelling in vehicles. My friend bought one for her daughter so she could be sure her grandson would be safe. Theirs has a fixed frame that is permanently fixed in her car and the seat can be taken out and allows you to carry them around and put them in shopping trolleys or in my case cinema seats. Being a mother AmieB I am surprised you haven’t heard of them.


For crying out loud! angry.gif angry.gif

She knows what a chuffing car seat is.

She is amazed adults take their little ones to see 18 certificate films in them.

Posted by: Road User Jun 24 2009, 08:26 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 24 2009, 09:17 PM) *
For crying out loud! angry.gif angry.gif

She knows what a chuffing car seat is.

She is amazed adults take their little ones to see 18 certificate films in them.



Calm down dear it's only a forum...... wink.gif tongue.gif laugh.gif

Unfortunately I am no longer surprised by anything...... dry.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 24 2009, 08:29 PM

QUOTE (Road User @ Jun 24 2009, 09:26 PM) *
Calm down dear it's only a forum...... wink.gif tongue.gif laugh.gif

Unfortunately I am no longer surprised by anything...... dry.gif


Well you aren't the first to jump down her throat today.

I suggest you read why people are typing what they are before having a go at them.

Posted by: Road User Jun 25 2009, 07:04 AM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 24 2009, 09:29 PM) *
Well you aren't the first to jump down her throat today.

I suggest you read why people are typing what they are before having a go at them.



Bill1 I am one of those people who can't have kids....... dry.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jun 25 2009, 07:42 AM

Bill, I think they were just joking around, not being serious and not meaning to be hurtful to Amie. tongue.gif

At least, that's what it seemed to me when I initially read them.

Posted by: AmieB Jun 25 2009, 07:56 AM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jun 24 2009, 02:13 PM) *
removable car bucket seats that you can carry around with you. You obviously never had kids. laugh.gif


Duh, I knew what you meant. I was shocked that people do that.

Posted by: AmieB Jun 25 2009, 08:01 AM

QUOTE (Road User @ Jun 24 2009, 09:13 PM) *
Yes, those devices to prevent children from becoming missiles when travelling in vehicles. My friend bought one for her daughter so she could be sure her grandson would be safe. Theirs has a fixed frame that is permanently fixed in her car and the seat can be taken out and allows you to carry them around and put them in shopping trolleys or in my case cinema seats. Being a mother AmieB I am surprised you haven’t heard of them.


OMG i know what they are!!! I used one for my son. I wrote my post in saying that im shocked people take their babies to the cinema.

Posted by: AmieB Jun 25 2009, 08:03 AM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 25 2009, 08:42 AM) *
Bill, I think they were just joking around, not being serious and not meaning to be hurtful to Amie. tongue.gif

At least, that's what it seemed to me when I initially read them.


They weren't joking, they just didn't read my post properly and felt the need to jump right back at me.

Thank you Bill..... smile.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 08:25 AM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 25 2009, 09:03 AM) *
They weren't joking, they just didn't read my post properly and felt the need to jump right back at me.

Thank you Bill..... smile.gif



My pleasure.

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 25 2009, 08:35 AM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 25 2009, 09:01 AM) *
OMG i know what they are!!! I used one for my son. I wrote my post in saying that im shocked people take their babies to the cinema.


The Corn Exchange once did special screenings for Mums with babies (not sure if they still do). Personally couldn't think of anything worse than trying to watch a movie with a room full of screening tots! blink.gif

Posted by: AmieB Jun 25 2009, 09:07 AM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 25 2009, 09:35 AM) *
The Corn Exchange once did special screenings for Mums with babies (not sure if they still do). Personally couldn't think of anything worse than trying to watch a movie with a room full of screening tots! blink.gif


Totally agree! My son doesn't sit still/quiet for 10 seconds, but if you were going to the corn Exchange particulary for that screening then you would expect it.

I dont know how the cinema allowed people in with babys in car seats - odd one to me.

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 09:15 AM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 25 2009, 09:35 AM) *
The Corn Exchange once did special screenings for Mums with babies (not sure if they still do). Personally couldn't think of anything worse than trying to watch a movie with a room full of screening tots! blink.gif



"Screening tots"? Were they showing the films or just starring in them? laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: Good Boy Racer Jun 25 2009, 09:51 AM

The topics about the newely awaited Cinema... not about babies and missiles.

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 09:52 AM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 25 2009, 08:56 AM) *
Duh, I knew what you meant. I was shocked that people do that.



You mean you knew what "he" meant as I didn't make the original comment. Anyway, I do apologise. I was just trying to be helpful.

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 25 2009, 10:10 AM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 10:15 AM) *
"Screening tots"? Were they showing the films or just starring in them? laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif


What with your comment about Newbury roadworks and this post I see you are in full pedant mode at the moment Bill1........keep up the good work!

Posted by: Darren Jun 25 2009, 10:13 AM

I hate cinemas.

Way too expensive
Daylight robbery for food and drink - woe betide anyone trying to sneak bag of supermarket-bought Maltesers (other sweets are available)
Too much chatting and not enough watching.
Someone who has seen it 20 times before insisting to tell their mates what happens next.
Surly staff who have no concept of customer service
lousy films with very little plot that rely on effects rather than story.


Posted by: Gumbo Jun 25 2009, 10:21 AM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
Way too expensive


Agree

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
Daylight robbery for food and drink - woe betide anyone trying to sneak bag of supermarket-bought Maltesers (other sweets are available)


Agree but you will find clever people take in their own.

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
Too much chatting and not enough watching.


Don't generally find this but then again I don't go to the cinema during half term wink.gif

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
Someone who has seen it 20 times before insisting to tell their mates what happens next.


Nope never experienced this, if it was somebody I knew though I would tell them shut up.

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
Surly staff who have no concept of customer service


True but you get this everywhere so just bounces off of me

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
lousy films with very little plot that rely on effects rather than story.


Surely depends what you see?

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 10:54 AM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 25 2009, 11:10 AM) *
What with your comment about Newbury roadworks and this post I see you are in full pedant mode at the moment Bill1........keep up the good work!




Why thank you.

Sometimes you just have to be in a lighter mood. It just about keeps one sane tongue.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 10:57 AM

Don't think there is much point in inviting Darren for a night out at the cinema.

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 11:06 AM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 11:13 AM) *
I hate cinemas.

Way too expensive
Daylight robbery for food and drink - woe betide anyone trying to sneak bag of supermarket-bought Maltesers (other sweets are available)



The food at cinemas are too expensive.... that is why most people bring their own in. Cinemas don't do a strip search. Just put your food in another bag.

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 25 2009, 11:20 AM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 11:57 AM) *
Don't think there is much point in inviting Darren for a night out at the cinema.


laugh.gif

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 11:23 AM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 11:57 AM) *
Don't think there is much point in inviting Darren for a night out at the cinema.



You never know, he might enjoy your company.... if nothing else wink.gif

Posted by: Ally_HP Jun 25 2009, 11:36 AM

I think the new cinema will bring new life to the town, because i should think there will be swarms of people going to Newburys cinema. Plus when the films finish people will want to visit the shops on the way. ( thats if its during the day time) so i think the shops will pick up too.

I also got told that the cinema is being built into the 2nd floor of the kennet centre... which few people know about exists!! so i think thats where some screens will go.

I for one am very excited about the cinema, as people said, it wont be so arduous having to go to Reading or Basingstoke. Just hop on a bus and go into newbury. Lets hope some nice food outlets go with it e.g. Nandos yummy

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 11:58 AM

QUOTE (Ally_HP @ Jun 25 2009, 12:36 PM) *
I think the new cinema will bring new life to the town, because i should think there will be swarms of people going to Newburys cinema. Plus when the films finish people will want to visit the shops on the way. ( thats if its during the day time) so i think the shops will pick up too.

I also got told that the cinema is being built into the 2nd floor of the kennet centre... which few people know about exists!! so i think thats where some screens will go.

I for one am very excited about the cinema, as people said, it wont be so arduous having to go to Reading or Basingstoke. Just hop on a bus and go into newbury. Lets hope some nice food outlets go with it e.g. Nandos yummy



I agree, we must look at the cinema in a positive light and hope it brings in a lot of money for the town.

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 01:13 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jun 25 2009, 12:58 PM) *
I agree, we must look at the cinema in a positive light and hope it brings in a lot of money for the town.



What?

You mean like I wrote days ago?

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 01:16 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 02:13 PM) *
What?

You mean like I wrote days ago?



I am just paying homage to great minds thinking alike my friend wink.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: Darren Jun 25 2009, 05:06 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 11:57 AM) *
Don't think there is much point in inviting Darren for a night out at the cinema.


How very dare you cool.gif

How can they call it cinema the days. Only one film, no cartoon to start off with and no ushers with trays of warm orange juice and melting ice creams. Boo I say, Boo!!! angry.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 06:30 PM

"Albatross"!

Posted by: Darren Jun 25 2009, 06:32 PM

"Gannet on a stick!!"

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 07:01 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jun 25 2009, 07:30 PM) *
"Albatross"!



A great record by Fleetwood Mac. laugh.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 25 2009, 07:06 PM

"Gannet ripple."

"Stormy Petrel on a stick"

Posted by: GMR Jun 25 2009, 09:21 PM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 06:06 PM) *
How very dare you cool.gif

How can they call it cinema the days. Only one film, no cartoon to start off with and no ushers with trays of warm orange juice and melting ice creams. Boo I say, Boo!!! angry.gif



And don't forget intermission.... or the lack of it. Oh, and the organ at the beginning of the films laugh.gif

Posted by: Iommi Jun 25 2009, 09:41 PM

And who can forget...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCo1Ffn9_u8

Posted by: blackdog Jun 25 2009, 11:43 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jun 25 2009, 12:06 PM) *
The food at cinemas are too expensive.... that is why most people bring their own in. Cinemas don't do a strip search. Just put your food in another bag.


Can't anyone last a couple of hours without eating? Why eat in a cinema?

Posted by: blackdog Jun 25 2009, 11:46 PM

QUOTE (Ally_HP @ Jun 25 2009, 12:36 PM) *
I also got told that the cinema is being built into the 2nd floor of the kennet centre... which few people know about exists!! so i think thats where some screens will go.


You got told wrong. All the screens are going on the 1st floor of the new structure.


Posted by: JMH Jun 26 2009, 08:27 AM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 25 2009, 06:06 PM) *
How very dare you cool.gif

How can they call it cinema the days. Only one film, no cartoon to start off with and no ushers with trays of warm orange juice and melting ice creams. Boo I say, Boo!!! angry.gif


Yeah, and no smoking either!

Posted by: JMH Jun 26 2009, 08:29 AM

Oh, and my partner is going to have to teach our kids the trick of one person paying then letting all their mates in the fire door! laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: dannyboy Jun 26 2009, 08:41 AM

QUOTE (blackdog @ Jun 26 2009, 12:43 AM) *
Can't anyone last a couple of hours without eating? Why eat in a cinema?



captive audience. Make em pay over the odd for something they don't need. Marketing 101

Posted by: JeffG Jun 26 2009, 09:10 AM

QUOTE (Iommi @ Jun 25 2009, 10:41 PM) *
And who can forget...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCo1Ffn9_u8

Lol. I remember when it was "Pearl, Dean and Younger"

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 26 2009, 09:34 AM

If you are a Newburian and of a certain age you surely can't forget the Captain Beakys advert. I also seem to remember one for the Ellorra. Would love to see some of those classics make a comeback smile.gif

Posted by: GMR Jun 26 2009, 09:54 AM

QUOTE (blackdog @ Jun 26 2009, 12:43 AM) *
Can't anyone last a couple of hours without eating? Why eat in a cinema?



To some it is part of the atmosphere. They go together like Laurel and Hardy..... at least to some.

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 27 2009, 09:07 PM

QUOTE (Gumbo @ Jun 26 2009, 10:34 AM) *
If you are a Newburian and of a certain age you surely can't forget the Captain Beakys advert. I also seem to remember one for the Ellorra. Would love to see some of those classics make a comeback smile.gif


Indeed.

Also the nasally policeman saying very slowly "Excuse me sir I'd like a word with you, it's about your exhaust" laugh.gif

Oh and the silk cut "extra stubborn stains" Boer War one. laugh.gif laugh.gif

Also bring back the lava lamp style muzak screen. tongue.gif

Posted by: Darren Jun 28 2009, 02:58 AM

Does no-one throw popcorn at the screen anymore?

Posted by: GMR Jun 28 2009, 10:49 AM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 28 2009, 03:58 AM) *
Does no-one throw popcorn at the screen anymore?



Yes, kids laugh.gif

Posted by: AmieB Jun 29 2009, 10:34 AM

QUOTE (JMH @ Jun 26 2009, 09:29 AM) *
Oh, and my partner is going to have to teach our kids the trick of one person paying then letting all their mates in the fire door! laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif


smile.gif that was my trick at the old cinema!

Posted by: dannyboy Jun 29 2009, 01:06 PM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jun 29 2009, 11:34 AM) *
smile.gif that was my trick at the old cinema!



Funny how a group of kids having a bit of fun in their cars in deserted car parks = outrage, but kids breaking the law by effectively stealing a cinema ticket is fondly remembered as school holiday larks.

Posted by: GMR Jun 29 2009, 06:32 PM

I went past there today and it is coming on quite a bit.

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 11:57 AM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jun 29 2009, 07:32 PM) *
I went past there today and it is coming on quite a bit.



Getting the outside done is the quick part. It's sorting out the inside that seems to take ages!

Posted by: Good Boy Racer Jun 30 2009, 12:09 PM

Yeah, not forgetting eletrical, furniture, vents etc... I wonder if any naughty kids have managed to get in there at night and look around inside... so tempting (If something like this happens and its in the NWN its not me because im not like that!)

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 12:59 PM

I'll eat my pants if it's done by the planned date tongue.gif

Posted by: Darren Jun 30 2009, 01:20 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 01:59 PM) *
I'll eat my pants if it's done by the planned date tongue.gif


No there's a challenge. Live on Newbury TV I hope.

Posted by: Simon Jun 30 2009, 01:54 PM

QUOTE (dannyboy @ Jun 29 2009, 02:06 PM) *
Funny how a group of kids having a bit of fun in their cars in deserted car parks = outrage, but kids breaking the law by effectively stealing a cinema ticket is fondly remembered as school holiday larks.



Lol Very true Dannyboy, I remember pretty much all the stuff i got upto in that cinema would be slated on here at the moment. But I think that goes for all of us, what ever we did as kids, were the good ol' days, but the kids doing it today are out of order, loutish and chavs wink.gif

Oh and Andrea, your on with that bet. Ill have the ketchup ready.....make sure you have ure small pants on lol huh.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 02:14 PM

haha! Oh please!! It'll never happen because the Cinema won't be completed in a few months time!

Posted by: GMR Jun 30 2009, 02:20 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 12:57 PM) *
Getting the outside done is the quick part. It's sorting out the inside that seems to take ages!



I agree... there is still a lot more work to be done.

Posted by: Simon Jun 30 2009, 02:21 PM

Ok if you feel so strongly Andrea.............put your money where your mouth is.

I think you should have to upload photographic evidence of you eating your pants on here if it is completed on time lol

Posted by: Darren Jun 30 2009, 02:23 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 03:14 PM) *
haha! Oh please!! It'll never happen because the Cinema won't be completed in a few months time!


You're no fun. laugh.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 02:42 PM

I'm very tempted! Can anyone confirm when the actual planned opening date is? Is it October?

Posted by: GMR Jun 30 2009, 02:44 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 03:42 PM) *
I'm very tempted! Can anyone confirm when the actual planned opening date is? Is it October?



According to the news reports it will be either October or November.

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 03:04 PM

According to the original news report by Newbury Today, the cinema was to open it's doors summer 2009. laugh.gif

First day of Autumn is September 22nd, so if the cinema is done by then, I WILL eat my pants, I'll film it and put it on youtube!

Posted by: Gumbo Jun 30 2009, 03:09 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 04:04 PM) *
According to the original news report by Newbury Today, the cinema was to open it's doors summer 2009. laugh.gif

First day of Autumn is September 22nd, so if the cinema is done by then, I WILL eat my pants, I'll film it and put it on youtube!


Anyone from the company responsible for the build on here? if so log off and bl**dy get on with it!

Posted by: GMR Jun 30 2009, 03:11 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 04:04 PM) *
According to the original news report by Newbury Today, the cinema was to open it's doors summer 2009. laugh.gif

First day of Autumn is September 22nd, so if the cinema is done by then, I WILL eat my pants, I'll film it and put it on youtube!



According to somebody who works in the planning of the cinema it will probably be more likely November; but the early part.

Posted by: Darren Jun 30 2009, 03:18 PM

depends on how finished is defined. I say one all major building work has finished biggrin.gif

Posted by: GMR Jun 30 2009, 03:22 PM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 30 2009, 04:18 PM) *
depends on how finished is defined. I say one all major building work has finished biggrin.gif

True laugh.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jun 30 2009, 03:25 PM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jun 30 2009, 04:18 PM) *
depends on how finished is defined. I say one all major building work has finished biggrin.gif


Once the doors are open to business wink.gif

Posted by: Darren Jun 30 2009, 04:46 PM

Nope. That's open. You said finished. Could be months between the 2.

Posted by: Bill1 Jun 30 2009, 04:58 PM

QUOTE (Andrea @ Jun 30 2009, 04:04 PM) *
According to the original news report by Newbury Today, the cinema was to open it's doors summer 2009. laugh.gif

First day of Autumn is September 22nd, so if the cinema is done by then, I WILL eat my pants, I'll film it and put it on youtube!


Apparently you can get flavoured ones wink.gif

Posted by: AmieB Jul 1 2009, 07:45 AM

Ann Summers does some candy thongs, try them Andrea! You can get the bra to match too wink.gif

Posted by: Darren Jul 1 2009, 08:25 AM

biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

This all works for me. Now, where did I put my Polaroid and 16mm?

Posted by: Simon Jul 1 2009, 08:28 AM

Thats cheating Amie, Andrea will need to eat a normal pair of pants if the Cinema is not finished.

I hope she doesnt wear massive granny pants or she may be chewing for quite a while laugh.gif

Posted by: dannyboy Jul 1 2009, 10:32 AM

QUOTE (AmieB @ Jul 1 2009, 08:45 AM) *
Ann Summers does some candy thongs, try them Andrea! You can get the bra to match too wink.gif


I had some of those. They were a tight fit. I didn't realise when I put them on that some of the candy is chocolate coated.

Posted by: AmieB Jul 1 2009, 10:47 AM

QUOTE (dannyboy @ Jul 1 2009, 11:32 AM) *
I had some of those. They were a tight fit. I didn't realise when I put them on that some of the candy is chocolate coated.


In this heat they would melt everywhere... tongue.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 1 2009, 11:20 AM

QUOTE (Darren @ Jul 1 2009, 09:25 AM) *
biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

This all works for me. Now, where did I put my Polaroid and 16mm?


16mm? Please stop bragging laugh.gif

Posted by: Darren Jul 1 2009, 11:51 AM

Oh OK, 8mm. sad.gif

Posted by: Andrea Jul 1 2009, 12:54 PM

No need to get too excited. There's no way the cinema will be done by the end of September laugh.gif

Posted by: Darren Jul 1 2009, 08:44 PM

Contractor bribed, workers paid off, palms greased, wheels oiled.

Would M'dam care for the red or white wine with her 'lingerie al mode"?

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 02:30 PM

The new cinema is coming on well.


http://img37.imageshack.us/i/s4200009h.jpg/


http://img37.imageshack.us/i/s4200012.jpg/

Posted by: Good Boy Racer Jul 3 2009, 06:22 PM

QUOTE
The new cinema is coming on well.


WOW, That building must give you a Cinematic View of Newbury if your right up on the roof.
After looking at the pictures, it's given me a thought of something... drunken or drugged or both throwing bricks/stones at the glass... easily done, but i blooming well hope not. Let's not give any ideas... laugh.gif

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 07:15 PM

QUOTE (Good Boy Racer @ Jul 3 2009, 07:22 PM) *
WOW, That building must give you a Cinematic View of Newbury if your right up on the roof.
After looking at the pictures, it's given me a thought of something... drunken or drugged or both throwing bricks/stones at the glass... easily done, but i blooming well hope not. Let's not give any ideas... laugh.gif



It is looking very well. I hope it is completed on time for some good films.

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:06 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 08:15 PM) *
It is looking very well. I hope it is completed on time for some good films.


Such as?

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:15 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:06 PM) *
Such as?



There are supposed to be some good marvel superhero films coming out soon.

Posted by: Iommi Jul 3 2009, 08:16 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:06 PM) *
Such as?

You know, all those remakes and CGI films.

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:15 PM) *
There are supposed to be some good marvel superhero films coming out soon.

I must be psychic! tongue.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:18 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:15 PM) *
There are supposed to be some good marvel superhero films coming out soon.



Flippin' ****, nobody asked my permission.

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:20 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:18 PM) *
Flippin' ****, nobody asked my permission.



Damn, they should have.... you probably would have looked attractive in your underpants on the big screen.

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:25 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:20 PM) *
Damn, they should have.... you probably would have looked attractive in your underpants on the big screen.


No!!!!!!!!

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:27 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:25 PM) *
No!!!!!!!!



What!!? You don't look attractive in your underpants or that you won't be on the big screen?

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:29 PM

I go commando!

Now I go get my life back on track. *Runs away*

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:36 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:29 PM) *
I go commando!

Now I go get my life back on track. *Runs away*



Do you also black up as well? (i.e. so you won't be recognised by the enemy) laugh.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:37 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:36 PM) *
Do you also black up as well? (i.e. so you won't be recognised by the enemy) laugh.gif


No need bro!

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:44 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:37 PM) *
No need bro!



Because you are doing it at a blind person's club?

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 08:45 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:44 PM) *
Because you are doing it at a blind person's club?


Can't see it myself!

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 08:48 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 09:45 PM) *
Can't see it myself!



That is what they said, as well! wink.gif

Posted by: Bill1 Jul 3 2009, 09:31 PM

QUOTE (GMR @ Jul 3 2009, 09:48 PM) *
That is what they said, as well! wink.gif



Er yes

Posted by: GMR Jul 3 2009, 09:34 PM

QUOTE (Bill1 @ Jul 3 2009, 10:31 PM) *
Er yes



Exactly tongue.gif

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