Call it a reboot, a remake or the sequel. Just like a fan-favorite movie, one iteration wasn't enough for Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. About a year into operating under new ownership, this version of Alamo has everything people liked about the original , alongside some new components.
The Texas-born theater chain was a pioneer in dine-in theaters, known for its movie parties, film series and strict policy on not texting or talking during the movie. The movie industry and theaters of all types struggled during pandemic-era restrictions that were followed by multiple labor strikes. In June 2024, local franchisee-owned locations — Cedars, Denton, Lake Highlands, Las Colinas and Richardson — shut down abruptly , with employees informed by text and left without final paychecks.
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