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Arthouse cinemas are facing the last picture show

Article by the Telegraph’s chief film critic arguing that the Competition Commission has made a significant error in its handling of the acquisition of Picturehouse by Cineworld. It’s comparatively rare to read a story in which a big company taking over a smaller, independent one is considered to be a good thing, but it’s a compelling argument that Cineworld understands Picturehouse well enough to preserve its ethos – and its loyal audiences.

By David A

University of Surrey: Elec Eng, 1997 - 2001.
Oscar Film Unit: Chairman, 1998; Treasurer, 1999 & 2000; thorn in the committee's side, 2000 onwards.
Union Chairperson. Barefacts Features Editor.
And sometimes, I even studied.