Barnstorm Theater in Brownwood.

[Taltarzac725]

The Villages - Florida's Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community (https://www.thevillages.com/entertainment/movie-theaters/barnstorm-theater)

I sure miss going to this movie theater. Anyone have any reliable information on when it will re-open?

[Stu from NYC]

Apparently never.

[retiredguy123]

Apparently never.
How reliable is your information?

[dewilson58]

How reliable is your information?

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Keefelane66]

I heard from a reliable source “The Villages Grown Supermarket and Bodega”.

[Taltarzac725]

It seems odd that they would not be doing everything they can to get another movie theater open especially with Summer blockbusters coming and the very large population of the Villages of retirees and their visiting relatives and friends. It would be profitable IMHO to open them.

[Keefelane66]

It seems odd that they would not be doing everything they can to get another movie theater open especially with Summer blockbusters coming and the very large population of the Villages of retirees and their visiting relatives and friends. It would be profitable IMHO to open them.
You are right Taltarzac from the posts I’ve read on TOTV which seems like a minority of replies against Hollywood. I’ve read the same about NFL.
Most I talk to feel the opposite but steam Hollywood Movies and watch the NFL. It’s not my show I’ll let the Morse family decide.
Personally we haven’t been to a Villages Theater in 2 years, completely satisfied with streaming. Hold button, rewind, bathroom within 20 feet, soda, beer, wine in the fridge.

[retiredguy123]

It seems odd that they would not be doing everything they can to get another movie theater open especially with Summer blockbusters coming and the very large population of the Villages of retirees and their visiting relatives and friends. It would be profitable IMHO to open them.
Maybe, but I hate movie theaters because of the noise that other people make. Why don't they allow people to bring their own headphones so they can block out the noise.

[Taltarzac725]

For movies like Thor, Elvis, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Avatar, etc., you really need a big screen with Surround Sound or an upgrade of that to really experience the movie. I do have to get up when nearing the two hour mark though as my prostate is not what it used to be. Summer Movie Calendar 2022 << Rotten Tomatoes – Movie and TV News (https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/prev/summer-movie-calendar-2022/)

[gatorbill1]

The Villages - Florida&apos;s Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community (https://www.thevillages.com/entertainment/movie-theaters/barnstorm-theater)

I sure miss going to this movie theater. Anyone have any reliable information on when it will re-open?

Maybe when the pandemic is over??

[Taltarzac725]

Maybe when the pandemic is over??

There are many mask less customers in grocery stores of late. I donated blood Thursday and we did not have to wear a mask until we neared the bus where we would be donating. This was at the Polo Fields.

And we went to the movie theater to see The Lost City around late March 2022 and I only saw a few people with masks and the theater had only a few empty seats. Think 278 or so of the seats were all taken. Auditorium 1 of the Old Mill Playhouse seats 300.

[JMintzer]

Maybe when the pandemic is over??

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[Stu from NYC]

How reliable is your information?

Just my thoughts. Thinking that if they were going to reopen would have done so by now. My guess is they are trying to find a new use for the property.

[vintageogauge]

I think the last time I went to a movie theatre was a Saturday matinee featuring The Bowery Boys.

[Taltarzac725]

I think the last time I went to a movie theatre was a Saturday matinee featuring The Bowery Boys.

Now. That was a long time ago.

They really cannot sell the Villages on things to do if they leave only one movie theater open with a population of the Villagers getting higher every day.

[Stu from NYC]

Now. That was a long time ago.

They really cannot sell the Villages on things to do if they leave only one movie theater open with a population of the Villagers getting higher every day.

Apparently less and less of the population going to movies these days. Been to the theater in the villages 3x in just over two years and once was a freebee so does not really count.

[Bogie Shooter]

Now. That was a long time ago.

They really cannot sell the Villages on things to do if they leave only one movie theater open with a population of the Villagers getting higher every day.

Have people been denied a ticket due to sell out?

[rustyp]

Apparently less and less of the population going to movies these days. Been to the theater in the villages 3x in just over two years and once was a freebee so does not really count.

Probably will be converted into age restricted apartments dependant upon the results of the SS experiment.

[Taltarzac725]

Probably will be converted into age restricted apartments dependant upon the results of the SS experiment.

I would not put it past them.

[Keefelane66]

I thought the VHA had a lot of pull with the Developer maybe they might be helpful

[JSR22]

I thought the VHA had a lot of pull with the Developer maybe they might be helpful

The VHA supports the developer.

[Stu from NYC]

I thought the VHA had a lot of pull with the Developer maybe they might be helpful

Write this down, The developer first priority will be to do what is in the best interest of the developer. Hopefully we the residents of the villages comes second.

[Bogie Shooter]

Write this down, The developer first priority will be to do what is in the best interest of the developer. Hopefully we the residents of the villages comes second.

Yes, there has been a lot of that over the last 30 years.

[Tvflguy]

Would take a lot of stars lining up in a very special way to get us into a movie theatre soon. I was a member of MoviePass years ago and saw literally 150 movies in a year back them. Some several times over. The cost was like $10 month, unlimited movies until they changed plans for new members. People say that I caused them to go out of business….

[Keefelane66]

Would take a lot of stars lining up in a very special way to get us into a movie theatre soon. I was a member of MoviePass years ago and saw literally 150 movies in a year back them. Some several times over. The cost was like $10 month, unlimited movies until they changed plans for new members. People say that I caused them to go out of business….
No you weren’t they were relying on people purchasing and not going. When their experiment was failingI couldn’t believe a hedge fund jumped in to infuse cash trying to keep it going.

[Taltarzac725]

Would take a lot of stars lining up in a very special way to get us into a movie theatre soon. I was a member of MoviePass years ago and saw literally 150 movies in a year back them. Some several times over. The cost was like $10 month, unlimited movies until they changed plans for new members. People say that I caused them to go out of business….

Funny.

[VApeople]

Apparently never.

Maybe it was attracting too many townies.

[thevillages2013]

Maybe when the pandemic is over??

It’s over Fauci just hasn’t called you yet

[Stu from NYC]

It’s over Fauci just hasn’t called you yet

If he calls me will that count?

[coffeebean]

Maybe when the pandemic is over??
Dr. Fauci has made the claim that the pandemic is over. Dr. Fauci stated Covid is now endemic (just like the flu is endemic).

[Stu from NYC]

Dr. Fauci has made the claim that the pandemic is over. Dr. Fauci stated Covid is now endemic (just like the flu is endemic).

Well you have even days and you have odd days.

[gsegal95]

Very sadly, I believe the Brownwood Theater will go the way as the Spanish Springs theater

[noslices1]

The Villages - Florida&apos;s Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community (https://www.thevillages.com/entertainment/movie-theaters/barnstorm-theater)

I sure miss going to this movie theater. Anyone have any reliable information on when it will re-open?

Probably when they reopen the theater in Spanish Springs. Oh wait, aren’t they making that into apartments?

[Worldseries27]

Couldn't agree more.
Having a modern movie theatre to call our own, within our villages, is what lends a sense of grandeur to our lifestyle choice here .
To not have it anymore is evidence of decline.
Someone once said, " your either first or your last"
we'll see.

[rrtjp]

Lol, love The Bowery Boys.

[rrtjp]

I think the last time I went to a movie theatre was a Saturday matinee featuring The Bowery Boys.

Love The Bowery Boys, I still watch their movies today. Lol.

[JerseyGurl]

The focus is on expansion and development south of 44 and south of the turnpike not renovation.

[GOLFER54]

I rent movies from Redbox kiosks weekly, they even have deals where they take a $1.25 off and I often end up paying as low as 79cents. You can find kiosks at Publix, Walmart, Walgreens, Circle-K in Lady Lake as well as many other places. You can even order the movie you like online, go to kiosk, put in your credit card and movie will come out. You have to return it by 9Pm the following day. Enjoy !

[midiwiz]

Maybe when the pandemic is over??

it has been.....

[Sabella]

Probably the morse family wants to turn the theater into apartments.

[Freeda]

We have always gone (1-3 times per week) to the AMC at the mall in Leesburg. We have talked to lots of Villagers there that have started going there. The experience is so much better, in many ways, for those of us who prefer movies on a big screen; and much less expensive if you subscribe to their A-list program. ($23.49 with tax per month for up to 3 movies per week). All recliners, advanced reserved seating, large modern screens etc. Yes, it's a bit of a drive, but well worth it; and we have the time; plus, we combine the movie outings with other errands, dining out, etc.

[Freeda]

The AMC in Leesburg has headphones you can borrow for free to listen to the movie through.

[Driver8]

That's my reason for not going to the show. Too many self absorbed people who think the world revolves around them.

[Freeda]

For movies like Thor, Elvis, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Avatar, etc., you really need a big screen with Surround Sound or an upgrade of that to really experience the movie. I do have to get up when nearing the two hour mark though as my prostate is not what it used to be. Summer Movie Calendar 2022 << Rotten Tomatoes – Movie and TV News (https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/prev/summer-movie-calendar-2022/)

The AMC in Leesburg has the big screens and cutting edge sound technology. It's the largest movie chain in the world. We are very lucky to have one so near.

[Eg_cruz]

The Villages - Florida&apos;s Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community (https://www.thevillages.com/entertainment/movie-theaters/barnstorm-theater)

I sure miss going to this movie theater. Anyone have any reliable information on when it will re-open?
Go to Ocala Epic, such a great theater

[dewilson58]

Maybe less and less people are supporting the wacko's in Hollywood like Baldwin, Baldwin, Smith, Cosby, Spacey, Gibson..............oh it goes on and on.

:popcorn::popcorn:

[Freeda]

Agree; Epic is also awesome. The AMC in Leesburg is closer, depending on where you live in The Villages, and is much less expensive if you join their A-list program. There is also a very nice Epic in Mount Dora; but, again, it's a farther drive.

[Chi-Town]

The Barnstorn Theater was definitely worth the ride. Hope it opens soon.

[Waltdisney4life]

How did we go from talking about the movie theater to masks socialist please give it a rest.

[airstreamingypsy]

It’s over Fauci just hasn’t called you yet

Actually he has called it over.

[PugMom]

For movies like Thor, Elvis, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Avatar, etc., you really need a big screen with Surround Sound or an upgrade of that to really experience the movie. I do have to get up when nearing the two hour mark though as my prostate is not what it used to be. Summer Movie Calendar 2022 << Rotten Tomatoes – Movie and TV News (https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/prev/summer-movie-calendar-2022/)

i agree. some films are just MADE for the big screen. remember "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'? perfect example on the musical numbers, trying to watch it on tv doesn't cut it, you really need the impact of cinemascope

[airstreamingypsy]

I thought movie theaters were going the way of landlines. We can be in the comfort of our homes and watch 1,000s of movies, not sure why anyone wants to go out and do the same thing.

[Stu from NYC]

The AMC in Leesburg has headphones you can borrow for free to listen to the movie through.

That is great to hear thank you for the info

[Stu from NYC]

The Barnstorn Theater was definitely worth the ride. Hope it opens soon.

Would think the restaurants in the squares get additional revenue from folks going to the movies and than dinner so surprised they would not be putting pressure to reopen.

[Madisond]

I agree it is not as fun without the big screen and surroundsound! Sitting in the dark movie theater with my popcorn and soda part of the summer experience!

[croughwell]

Lord Fauchi said the pandemic is over.........

[Taltarzac725]

Would think the restaurants in the squares get additional revenue from folks going to the movies and than dinner so surprised they would not be putting pressure to reopen.

Me too. Especially with the blockbusters where you need to buy your ticket a few days ahead like the Star Wars movies and A Star is Born.

[Rich42]

Same time as they complete the promised remodel of Spanish Springs theater—never! Streaming makes theaters unnecessary, more space for their stupid apartments!

[Taltarzac725]

Same time as they complete the promised remodel of Spanish Springs theater—never! Streaming makes theaters unnecessary, more space for their stupid apartments!

There is also the community feeling at a movie theater. It is fun to hear and see the reactions of the audience to a film being shown.

[affald]

A very reliable source at the ministry of truth says all three village theatres and other village properties will be used for section 8 housing. It certainly is the morally correct thing to do. ;)

[Rodneysblue]

Every time we have wanted to go see a movie there was a long line outside the building, so we went home. I don't mind waiting on line if it's moving, but they always seem stagnant and hardly advancing.

[Taltarzac725]

Every time we have wanted to go see a movie there was a long line outside the building, so we went home. I don't mind waiting on line if it's moving, but they always seem stagnant and hardly advancing.

I usually buy my tickets ahead of time for films I expect will have a large group of moviegoers.

[Mellow]

Now. That was a long time ago.

They really cannot sell the Villages on things to do if they leave only one movie theater open with a population of the Villagers getting higher every day.

They will probably open another movie theater in the new area as a selling feature for new home buyers. Seems what they close in the north section, opens up in the south

[Keefelane66]

I heard the Barnstorm will be turned into the new improved Katie Belles or a church on the square

[jmpalladino]

It seems odd that they would not be doing everything they can to get another movie theater open especially with Summer blockbusters coming and the very large population of the Villages of retirees and their visiting relatives and friends. It would be profitable IMHO to open them.

Ok, folks let's look at the facts before you all continue to bad-mouth the developers. There has been very limited content available to show in the theaters due to the pandemic. The production of movies was shut down for a very long time in the US. There was some production overseas. Now recall it takes time to produce movies, sometimes two years or more. If there is limited content to show, ie movies, and all such new movies can be shown in one theater, would you open up two additional movie showhouses at this time? Second, I have been to the theater at Summter 5 times in the last two months, and at none of the showings was it more than half full, would you open the other two show houses, under this fact if you owned them. Come on folks know the facts before you continue to wine....

[Taltarzac725]

Ok, folks let's look at the facts before you all continue to bad-mouth the developers. There has been very limited content available to show in the theaters due to the pandemic. The production of movies was shut down for a very long time in the US. There was some production overseas. Now recall it takes time to produce movies, sometimes two years or more. If there is limited content to show, ie movies, and all such new movies can be shown in one theater, would you open up two additional movie showhouses at this time? Second, I have been to the theater at Summter 5 times in the last two months, and at none of the showings was it more than half full, would you open the other two show houses, under this fact if you owned them. Come on folks know the facts before you continue to wine....

We went to a $5 Mondays showing of The Lost City and there were really only the front two rows open. There were single seats spread out here-and-there in the upper rows.

Many showings I have gone to here in the Villages since June of 2005 have been near to full.

[Bogie Shooter]

Ok, folks let's look at the facts before you all continue to bad-mouth the developers. There has been very limited content available to show in the theaters due to the pandemic. The production of movies was shut down for a very long time in the US. There was some production overseas. Now recall it takes time to produce movies, sometimes two years or more. If there is limited content to show, ie movies, and all such new movies can be shown in one theater, would you open up two additional movie showhouses at this time? Second, I have been to the theater at Summter 5 times in the last two months, and at none of the showings was it more than half full, would you open the other two show houses, under this fact if you owned them. Come on folks know the facts before you continue to wine....

And many of the whiners haven't gone to the movies since moving to the villages. But it's such thrill to bash the developer at every chance...............................

[Taltarzac725]

And many of the whiners haven't gone to the movies since moving to the villages. But it's such thrill to bash the developer at every chance...............................

I would think that the developer and their agents would be pushing having movie theaters here as a selling point-- OPEN movie theaters.

[Bilyclub]

And many of the whiners haven't gone to the movies since moving to the villages. But it's such thrill to bash the developer at every chance...............................

I've gone to a comedy show at the Old Mill and hands down it was the worst show I ever paid to attend.

[Taltarzac725]

I've gone to a comedy show at the Old Mill and hands down it was the worst show I ever paid to attend.

Maybe the performers needed masks!

[Freeda]

Sorry to disagree but all through the pandemic, other than about three months in mid-2020 when the AMC in Leesburg was closed, there were new movie releases every week. The idea that movies were not being released as a reason to explain theaters in TV staying closed is inaccurate. I wonder if at least one reason that the theaters here are not all being reopened is that the developer realizes that the cost of ongoing upgrades etc to keep up with the cutting edge technology in the industry, in order to compete with the customer experience at the large theater chains, is not cost effective. Of course people's streaming movies at home (which we do, also) is another consideration that The Villages may be considering, but for many of us the large screen experience cannot be matched even on our big screen home tv's.

Also, the AMC has some showings that have open captioning (subtitles) for the hearing impaired; their website shows which showtimes offer this.

Plus, for those interested, there is a bar so you can take a cocktail, wine, or beer into the theater. Plus a full concession area. And you can reserve your exact seat online days in advance.

I think we are lucky to have this; lots of areas in FL don't have an AMC nearby; especially since with A-List the movies can each cost as little as $2.

Plus the mall has a huge entertainment complex just down the hall from the movie theater; it looks like a mini Las Vegas - neon lights, bowling, indoor go carts, sports bar/cafe, huge arcade, billiards etc.

[Mleeja]

The theater is not opening because the Developer is trying to kill Brownwood!

[Stu from NYC]

I've gone to a comedy show at the Old Mill and hands down it was the worst show I ever paid to attend.

We went to one a few months ago and had a great time. However the food they were serving did leave something to be desired but will be going back.

[Bogie Shooter]

The theater is not opening because the Developer is trying to kill Brownwood!

Well, that brings it full circle.:ohdear:

[Freeda]

The theater is not opening because the Developer is trying to kill Brownwood!

Ha ha. It would take alot to kill BW! Very busy there, daytime and evening.

[Rsenholzi]

It is permanently closed.

[Taltarzac725]

It is permanently closed.

According to whom?

[TheDuke]

Has anyone considered starting an online petition drive? Maybe that would indicate that there's interest in re- opening the theater.

[Rsenholzi]

It is permanently closed.

[dewilson58]

It is permanently closed.

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[JMintzer]

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Well, they DID say it twice... So, it must be true! :icon_wink:

[Taltarzac725]

Has anyone considered starting an online petition drive? Maybe that would indicate that there's interest in re- opening the theater.

Good idea.

[Stu from NYC]

Good idea.

Better idea would be to keep filling up the existing theater so the owners think there is a business to be had.

[Taltarzac725]

Better idea would be to keep filling up the existing theater so the owners think there is a business to be had.

Top Gun: Maverick will probably fill those seats at the Old Mill Playhouse. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSqVVswa420

[Carla B]

Maybe AMC could take over Barnstorm, since they seem to know how to operate a movie house. A populous town like The Villages with no movie theater does seem incomplete.

[Taltarzac725]

Maybe AMC could take over Barnstorm, since they seem to know how to operate a movie house. A populous town like The Villages with no movie theater does seem incomplete.

We have the Old Mill Playhouse but that is now a good distance from the southern parts of the Villages. Great idea though.

[davem4616]

Just my thoughts. Thinking that if they were going to reopen would have done so by now. My guess is they are trying to find a new use for the property.


I think you're right on that. With all the streaming that is available now perhaps they're keeping a close eye on the number of folks going to the one theatre that is open..... and IMHO that'll be the bellwether as to when and if the one in Brownwood reopens as a movie house

but I'm sure they've got a couple of alternatives that they're looking at

[Freeda]

Many areas of the new sections are nearly as close (at least, in driving time) to the AMC at the Leesburg mall as they are to the Old Mill in Sumter Landing. And the experience at AMC is much better, at the same (or, it can be, much less) cost.

[GpaVader]

My 2 cents worth, having attended one movie at SL, yes it was affordable at $5 a ticket but it was no way to watch Spiderman's last movie. Poor picture, sound and having the guy in front of you crushing your legs. They need to invest some money to improve the screen and sound quality. The next load of money is to at least space the seats out more. I would prefer the reclining seats but I can live with the seats they have but space them out so the guy in front of me doesn't end up in my knees and how about a little space for people to get by to use the restroom....

With the new developments and the age of the people they want in Middleton, you would think this would be a must have or do.

[jimjamuser]

You are right Taltarzac from the posts I’ve read on TOTV which seems like a minority of replies against Hollywood. I’ve read the same about NFL.
Most I talk to feel the opposite but steam Hollywood Movies and watch the NFL. It’s not my show I’ll let the Morse family decide.
Personally we haven’t been to a Villages Theater in 2 years, completely satisfied with streaming. Hold button, rewind, bathroom within 20 feet, soda, beer, wine in the fridge.
Good post. The traditional Hollywood movie is facing enormous competition from streaming services. Which produce their own movies and have the advantage of making a whole series or even several seasons of a series. Sometimes a story needs more time to be told comprehensively than can be done in the 2 hours or less typical Hollywood movie.
..... and I find that so-called "2nd string" actors are just as good as the big buck "superstars". Take, for example, JJ Abrams in "Counterpart" - he was perfect in that role - could DiCaprio have made that series any better - I don't think so! Take Josh Brolin in Prime's "Outer Range" - he is perfectly believable in his role as are all the other actors in that series. It is the writers and directors that make a good movie or series. A superstar actor just means that it will be a big-budget movie.

[jimjamuser]

Maybe, but I hate movie theaters because of the noise that other people make. Why don't they allow people to bring their own headphones so they can block out the noise.
I always wear earplugs. Especially for the early warmup advertisements.

[jimjamuser]

For movies like Thor, Elvis, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Avatar, etc., you really need a big screen with Surround Sound or an upgrade of that to really experience the movie. I do have to get up when nearing the two hour mark though as my prostate is not what it used to be. Summer Movie Calendar 2022 << Rotten Tomatoes – Movie and TV News (https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/prev/summer-movie-calendar-2022/)
I saw Avatar at a theater and that was one movie that needed the immersive feeling of a big screen and surround sound. Many other movies are fine on a small TV screen. "The Expanse" had some BIG immersive scenes - yet it was made for TV. I feel that the writer and the director MAKE a movie or series.

[Two Bills]

The theater is not opening because the Developer is trying to kill Brownwood!

No. Brownwood is next month.
Developer's Killing Spanish Springs this month!

[jimjamuser]

I think the last time I went to a movie theatre was a Saturday matinee featuring The Bowery Boys.
That's a lot of missing out on MANY good movies, if true.

[jimjamuser]

Dr. Fauci has made the claim that the pandemic is over. Dr. Fauci stated Covid is now endemic (just like the flu is endemic).
I hope that this does not bring all the Dr. Fauci haters out en mass with their tar and feathers.

[jimjamuser]

it has been.....
Tell that to people in China. And in the US of A, there is still the prospect of long Covid for millions?

[jimjamuser]

Maybe less and less people are supporting the wacko's in Hollywood like Baldwin, Baldwin, Smith, Cosby, Spacey, Gibson..............oh it goes on and on.

:popcorn::popcorn:
I have never been interested in a movie star's personal life because it clouds over their performance and ruins my viewing enjoyment. I know that there are many people that take the opposite view. There are many magazines devoted to scandal and every aspect of Hollywood stars' personal lives. I see all the magazines at a checkout register and I just think, "what a waste of paper".
.........Some "stars" support good causes, like recently one actor was raising money for displaced children in and out of the Ukraine. That's a good thing. But, I am not going to care if an actor gets drunk and causes a problem.

[Stu from NYC]

No. Brownwood is next month.
Developer's Killing Spanish Springs this month!

How come lake sumter is getting spared?

[jimjamuser]

I thought movie theaters were going the way of landlines. We can be in the comfort of our homes and watch 1,000s of movies, not sure why anyone wants to go out and do the same thing.
Going out and being SEEN out reinforces the human NEED for social interplay. It probably goes way back to caveman times when group survivability was greater than individual survivability. Retired people no longer have workgroups so they need to create other groups. "Dressing up" to go out also adds to the overall idea of doing something important with ones's life (in retirement).

[jimjamuser]

How did we go from talking about the movie theater to masks socialist please give it a rest.
Strange dislike of socialists. Bear in mind that the US has integrated socialism and capitalism. The US Social Security System and even Obama Care are important examples of that blending. Some people prefer things to be perfectly black and white, but that does not really exist.
........Actually, by living in a planned retirement community, a member of that community is taking advantage of the socialism aspects of that community.

[jimjamuser]

There is also the community feeling at a movie theater. It is fun to hear and see the reactions of the audience to a film being shown.
Good point!

[Bogie Shooter]

Going out and being SEEN out reinforces the human NEED for social interplay. It probably goes way back to caveman times when group survivability was greater than individual survivability. Retired people no longer have workgroups so they need to create other groups. "Dressing up" to go out also adds to the overall idea of doing something important with ones's life (in retirement).

Work groups?
Hey Jimmy what about them 3000+ clubs?

[END OTT]

It seems odd that they would not be doing everything they can to get another movie theater open especially with Summer blockbusters coming and the very large population of the Villages of retirees and their visiting relatives and friends. It would be profitable IMHO to open them.
Probably waiting for Eastport and Wildwood non-restricted community. You would have a greater selection of movie goers

[Ken Nelson]

OK, so where is the best place to watch a movie? Big screen, surround sound, comfy seats????? near Brownwood (oh, and good popcorn!)

[JMintzer]

I have never been interested in a movie star's personal life because it clouds over their performance and ruins my viewing enjoyment. I know that there are many people that take the opposite view. There are many magazines devoted to scandal and every aspect of Hollywood stars' personal lives. I see all the magazines at a checkout register and I just think, "what a waste of paper".
.........Some "stars" support good causes, like recently one actor was raising money for displaced children in and out of the Ukraine. That's a good thing. But, I am not going to care if an actor gets drunk and causes a problem.

I would hardly call what most of the above listed actors did as "getting drunk and causing a problem"...

[JMintzer]

How come lake sumter is getting spared?

They can't find it because no one knows how to spell it!

[JMintzer]

OK, so where is the best place to watch a movie? Big screen, surround sound, comfy seats????? near Brownwood (oh, and good popcorn!)

Leesburgh AMC...

[Freeda]

OK, so where is the best place to watch a movie? Big screen, surround sound, comfy seats????? near Brownwood (oh, and good popcorn!)

The AMC theater at the mall in Leesburg. The local Old Mill theater here is no comparison; nor were the other two theaters that are now closed. I think the developer realized that.

[photo1902]

Leesburgh AMC...

Is Leesburgh near Lake Sumpter? :1rotfl:

[jimjamuser]

Work groups?
Hey Jimmy what about them 3000+ clubs?
We are talking about the same thing. By workgroup, I meant - before retirement. The TV Land 3000 clubs are the after retirement situation, not working, just retiring,

[jimjamuser]

I would hardly call what most of the above listed actors did as "getting drunk and causing a problem"...
Not the ones that I mentioned in the post. I was thinking about one of the early popular Australian actors that got drunk and had a police confrontation.

[meme5x]

It’s a dirty shame that the movie theaters in Spanish Springs and Brownwood are closed! What a treat to see something on the big screen, especially on a very hot day. Seems many of the old traditions are fading away.. streamed movies just aren’t the same.

[NotGolfer]

Watching a daytime talk show out of NYC....not The View! They brought up movies and it was said no one goes anymore due to streaming and home movie set ups. I think Covid changed a lot with our culture.....shopping, movies, travel and more.

[wisbad1]

How reliable is your information?
I heard it from the guy building the Costco store lol

[Taltarzac725]

It’s a dirty shame that the movie theaters in Spanish Springs and Brownwood are closed! What a treat to see something on the big screen, especially on a very hot day. Seems many of the old traditions are fading away.. streamed movies just aren’t the same.

I agree with that. The Villages has a huge population of retirees who also get a lot of visits from their family members from all over the place. Movie theaters would be quite a draw especially for those tired of Disney's offerings near Orlando.

[Stu from NYC]

I agree with that. The Villages has a huge population of retirees who also get a lot of visits from their family members from all over the place. Movie theaters would be quite a draw especially for those tired of Disney's offerings near Orlando.

Proof is in the pudding as they say. Not enough support from villagers to make reopening a worthwhile endeavor.

[fishon]

I bet you could put a lot of apartments in those big theater buildings.
Just sayin’.

[Nick B]

A very reliable source at the ministry of truth says all three village theatres and other village properties will be used for section 8 housing. It certainly is the morally correct thing to do. ;)
Making fun of the poor. Typical R villager.

[affald]

Making fun of the poor. Typical R villager.


Respected? Resourceful? Radiant? Resourceful? Rejuvenated? Reflective? Reasonable? All of the above? Thank you and thank God .

[Stu from NYC]

Making fun of the poor. Typical R villager.

You might wan to lighten up think he was making a joke.

[coffeebean]

I thought movie theaters were going the way of landlines. We can be in the comfort of our homes and watch 1,000s of movies, not sure why anyone wants to go out and do the same thing.

I prefer to go to the movie theater for the large screens which are so much larger than a big screen TV in your living room. Also......there is no comparison to the sound systems in movie theaters. The experience is so much more immersive in a movie theater.

I saw Spielberg's West Side Story on the big screens in movie theaters (3 times) and purchased the Blu-Ray. I haven't seen the film on my big screen TV at home yet but I'm sure I will not enjoy it nearly as much as in the theaters which are equipped for block buster films like that. There is no comparison to a home theater, IMHO.

[coffeebean]

There is also the community feeling at a movie theater. It is fun to hear and see the reactions of the audience to a film being shown.

I was in a theater when the audience broke out in thunderous applause when the film ended. I believe it was "The Producers" with Mathew Broderick and Nathan Lane. There was much laughter through out the film too so yes, agree that is is so much more fun with audience reaction.

[coffeebean]

It is permanently closed.

How do you know this for sure?

[coffeebean]

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[coffeebean]

How come lake sumter is getting spared?

LSL is the best town square and because I am a 9 minute golf cart ride from there. Just my opinion.

[coffeebean]

Watching a daytime talk show out of NYC....not The View! They brought up movies and it was said no one goes anymore due to streaming and home movie set ups. I think Covid changed a lot with our culture.....shopping, movies, travel and more.

I hope I see it change back in my lifetime. Streaming movies at home is not the same as the immersive experience in a modern movie theater such as the AMC theater in Leesburg. There is truly no comparison.

[Taltarzac725]

I prefer to go to the movie theater for the large screens which are so much larger than a big screen TV in your living room. Also......there is no comparison to the sound systems in movie theaters. The experience is so much more immersive in a movie theater.

I saw Spielberg's West Side Story on the big screens in movie theaters (3 times) and purchased the Blu-Ray. I haven't seen the film on my big screen TV at home yet but I'm sure I will not enjoy it nearly as much as in the theaters which are equipped for block buster films like that. There is no comparison to a home theater, IMHO.

West Side Story is one movie I wanted to see on a movie screen but did not get around to it.

[Stu from NYC]

I hope I see it change back in my lifetime. Streaming movies at home is not the same as the immersive experience in a modern movie theater such as the AMC theater in Leesburg. There is truly no comparison.

Agree with you but people seem to be voting with their feet to not go to a movie theater

[Taltarzac725]

Agree with you but people seem to be voting with their feet to not go to a movie theater

There have been a lot of people at some movies at the Old Mill Playhouse especially on Mondays. Mondays are $6 a seat. Used to be $5.

[JMintzer]

There have been a lot of people at some movies at the Old Mill Playhouse especially on Mondays. Mondays are $6 a seat. Used to be $5.

But can they remain profitable on $6 tickets?

Mondays are the discount days. Of course they will be more crowded on Mondays... It's the Tuesday-Sunday that are the problem...

[Stu from NYC]

There have been a lot of people at some movies at the Old Mill Playhouse especially on Mondays. Mondays are $6 a seat. Used to be $5.

If they did not pay these so called stars ridiculous amounts of money to star in movies would they be able to charge 5-6 bucks?

Would think that would drive demand up quite a bit

[Topspinmo]

For movies like Thor, Elvis, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Avatar, etc., you really need a big screen with Surround Sound or an upgrade of that to really experience the movie. I do have to get up when nearing the two hour mark though as my prostate is not what it used to be. Summer Movie Calendar 2022 << Rotten Tomatoes – Movie and TV News (https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/prev/summer-movie-calendar-2022/)


Fury IMO was the best movie to see in theaters with good sound IMO.

[Topspinmo]

Strange dislike of socialists. Bear in mind that the US has integrated socialism and capitalism. The US Social Security System and even Obama Care are important examples of that blending. Some people prefer things to be perfectly black and white, but that does not really exist.
........Actually, by living in a planned retirement community, a member of that community is taking advantage of the socialism aspects of that community.


If we pay in for 45 plus year’s it’s not socialism, now it I was freeloader and got same benefits then it’s socialism for the freeloader.

Agree OHC socialism for one that don’t pay.

[Taltarzac725]

Fury IMO was the best movie to see in theaters with good sound IMO.

I have seen Fury twice in a theater and many times on Blu-Ray. Great film. Fury - Rotten Tomatoes (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fury_2015)

I saw Saving Private Ryan seven times in movie theaters but had been going to extreme discount movie theaters in Pasco County and the Clearwater, FL area for the later showings.

[coffeebean]

West Side Story is one movie I wanted to see on a movie screen but did not get around to it.

Hopefully, the movie will be on the big screens in the theaters again in the future when more of the older people feel comfortable in a movie theater again.

[Freehiker]

There needs to be some decent movies being released to draw people into theaters. There haven’t been a lot of big-budget blockbuster type movies in a long time.

[JMintzer]

There needs to be some decent movies being released to draw people into theaters. There haven’t been a lot of big-budget blockbuster type movies in a long time.

Released in 2021:

Spiderman: No Way Home

Bond: No time to Die

Licorice Pizza

Dune

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

West Side Story

Free Guy

Just to name a few...

Released in 2022

The Batman

Dr Strange in the Multiuniverse of Madness

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dubledor

Uncharted

The lost City

All of the above were $100+ Million movies... Spiderman is over $800 Million

[Normal]

I think the last time I went to a movie theatre was a Saturday matinee featuring The Bowery Boys.. I liked the Dead End Kids myself.Angels with Dirty Faces

[Normal]

The Villages - Florida&apos;s Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community (https://www.thevillages.com/entertainment/movie-theaters/barnstorm-theater)

I sure miss going to this movie theater. Anyone have any reliable information on when it will re-open?

Don’t worry, it won’t go to waste. There are 300 new homes going up near it every month.

[goodwillie]

Maybe it was attracting too many townies.

Just what is the matter with townies as you put it, it is because of townies spending money in the villages during the off season that keeps things going. You Village peolpe are snooties.

[Stu from NYC]

Just what is the matter with townies as you put it, it is because of townies spending money in the villages during the off season that keeps things going. You Village peolpe are snooties.

Me thinks you are generalizing a bit too much.

[photo1902]

Released in 2021:

Spiderman: No Way Home

Bond: No time to Die

Licorice Pizza

Dune

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

West Side Story

Free Guy

Just to name a few...

Released in 2022

The Batman

Dr Strange in the Multiuniverse of Madness

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dubledor

Uncharted

The lost City

All of the above were $100+ Million movies... Spiderman is over $800 Million

I saw the Hiker's post as well, and thought it was a gross underestimation of movies being released.

[Bilyclub]

Released in 2021:

Spiderman: No Way Home

Bond: No time to Die

Licorice Pizza

Dune

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

West Side Story

Free Guy

Just to name a few...

Released in 2022

The Batman

Dr Strange in the Multiuniverse of Madness

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dubledor

Uncharted

The lost City

All of the above were $100+ Million movies... Spiderman is over $800 Million



Most movies now have budgets over 100 million. May 27th is the Top Gun sequel. We'll see how that goes.

[JMintzer]

Most movies now have budgets over 100 million. May 27th is the Top Gun sequel. We'll see how that goes.

Most? Not really. Most "blockbusters"? Most certainly., But they also give returns that dwarf their budget.

The new Spiderman, for instance, was a $300+ million film. But it's already grossed $1.8 BILLION!

[Freehiker]

Released in 2021:

Spiderman: No Way Home

Bond: No time to Die

Licorice Pizza

Dune

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

West Side Story

Free Guy

Just to name a few...

Released in 2022

The Batman

Dr Strange in the Multiuniverse of Madness

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dubledor

Uncharted

The lost City

All of the above were $100+ Million movies... Spiderman is over $800 Million

$100 million isn’t a blockbuster.