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cinema

[sin-uh-muh] / ˈsɪn ə mə /


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This explains why my brain reflexively associated Ritchson’s latest work in a movie classic cinema buffs would likely dismiss as trash, with one of the greatest performers of early 20th century cinema.

From Salon Aug. 22, 2026

His influences and idols were eclectic; he was an English rock fanatic and a salsa obsessive; he loved everything from Hollywood westerns and gory B-pictures to European art-house cinema.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 21, 2026

Paramount and other groups, including cinema chain owners and some Hollywood unions, have agitated for a settlement to curtail months of uncertainty over whether the deal will go through.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

"If the index reaches 4,000 tomorrow I will go to the cinema to support this movie," one Weibo user wrote.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

“You and she’d get on. We’re going to the cinema next week, actually. Maybe I should bring her round for something to eat after?”

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins

"I knew Homer was from these lands, but I didn't know he was specifically from Izmir. We are incredibly lucky," said teacher Safak Tosun outside one of the city's cinemas where the film is showing.

From Barron's Aug. 17, 2026

It urged cinemas to "act as gatekeepers for the audience, and clearly reject films that are obviously not up to standard instead of letting films like Niu Lai run rampant".

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Over the weekend, a commentary by state-owned Beijing News warned that cinemas risk "losing the trust" of viewers if they "continue to lower their standard" with additional screenings of Niu Lai.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

The couple spent their courtship sharing fun Covid-era activities, like stealing toilet paper, enjoying empty cinemas and stadiums, and taking selfies in front of dumpster fires, all to the tune of Taylor Swift’s “Love Story.”

From Salon Aug. 1, 2026

The women are coming home from the cinemas, laughing, and the men, singing, from the pubs.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt




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