New Phoenix movie theater opens with ‘film cutting’ at Governor’s Square Mall | PHOTOS

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Phoenix Theatres celebrated the grand opening of their Clarksville location Thursday with a marching band, buffet, live music, a “film cutting” and premieres for the Mission Impossible and Lilo & Stitch movies.

The fully renovated theaters at Governor’s Square Mall now include Dolby ATMOS sound and 4K projection. Every auditorium will feature 100% heated reclining seats with reserved tickets available. Plus, the lobby has been fully renovated and expanded.

“We wanted to do something truly spectacular and enhance the cinema experience to a new level,” said Jordan Hohman, Vice President of Project Development for Phoenix Theatres, in a news release. “Each auditorium will feature Dolby 7.1 digital sound and loudspeaker systems, and presented for the first time in Clarksville, we will be introducing Dolby ATMOS, the latest innovation in immersive sound technology.”

Combining Dolby ATMOS with Christie’s 4K Digital Cinema projection and newly developed micro-perforated screens will provide the viewer with the clearest and largest possible picture and the most immersive movie-going experience, the release said.

Thursday’s reception featured a visit and performance by the Montgomery Central High School marching band and cheerleaders, a buffet by mall neighbor Dave & Busters, and live jazz music.

What to expect in new theater

The old AMC theater was fully gutted – from seats to screens, from carpets to ceilings. Everything has been replaced with the latest theater technology and amenities.

“One of the standout features is the unique ‘black box’ design,” Hohman said. “The auditoriums are equipped with absorptive paneling, isolating wall structures, black acoustical drapes, black seats, and black carpet. These features are designed to enhance the color accuracy of the picture on screen, reduce reflection of ambient light and provide a distraction-free environment, thereby elevating the overall viewing experience.”

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Heated reclining seating is a customer favorite and a signature feature in all Phoenix Theatres. Cory Jacobson, owner of Phoenix Theatres, says he is excited for the company to introduce this amenity to Clarksville-area customers.

“When we discovered several years ago the newest feature available was heated seats, we thought this would make the experience even more comfortable and perfect to warm everyone up on a chilly day or even in the middle of summer,” he said in a news release.

Giving theaters character

Phoenix Theatres has, “always strived to find unique ways to give our theatres character,” Jacobson continued. “Movie theaters in the past were synonymous with big jazzy entrances, adding an element of showmanship to movie-going. Our new theater at Governor’s Square Mall needed to develop a character all its own and now features a new glass entranceway that enhances the size of the new lobby.”

“We have had the pleasure of working with Phoenix Theatres at multiple locations in our portfolio. There is no doubt they offer moviegoers a truly premier theatre experience. They are best in class,” said mall owner Cafaro Company Senior Vice President Bill Miklandric.

The theater officially opened to the public on Friday with the premiere of Walt Disney’s live action version of “Lilo & Stitch” and Paramount Picture’s “Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning” featuring Dolby ATMOS. These films will kick off the busy summer blockbuster film season that will include: “Thunderbolts,” “How to Train Your Dragon,” “Karate Kid: Legends,” “F1,” “Superman,” “Jurassic World: Rebirth,” and “Fantastic Four: First Steps.”

For showtimes and more, go to the Phoenix Theatres website.

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