The end of an era is upon us as the 88-year-old Albany Twin theater in Solano Avenue closes its doors permanently. The Bay Area movie theater scene has been on a brutal journey, with the recent permanent closure of the Westfield Centre mall movie theater. The closure of the Albany Twin comes as a blow to the community and cinema enthusiasts in the area.
Landmark Theatres, which has been operating the Albany Twin since 1994, could not negotiate a new rental agreement with the property owner, leading to its closure. As the pandemic continues to take its toll on movie theaters across the country, the Bay Area has witnessed the permanent closure of several cinemas in recent years. While some Landmark Theatres locations remain in operation, the closure of Albany Twin will surely be felt by the local community. Continue reading the complete article on SFist →
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