“The Manitou”: The 70mm Engagements |
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| Compiled by: Michael Coate | Date: 12.02.2017 |
 The following is a reference / historical listing
of the 70-millimeter presentations of “The Manitou” in North America. These were
arguably the best cinemas in which to experience this motion picture. “The Manitou” was among nine confirmed first-run films released in 1978 with 70mm prints for selected engagements. A single 70mm print was reportedly struck for selected bookings. The Avco Embassy release was directed by William Girdler and starred Tony Curtis, Michael Ansara and Susan Strasberg. The 70mm print of “The Manitou” featured Six-Track Dolby Stereo (“A” encoded Baby Boom format) and full-frame imagery blown up from anamorphic 35mm. Opening date … city — cinema (duration in weeks) [notes] 1977-12-09 … Louisville, KY — Showcase 8-plex (sneak preview) 1978-04-26 … Salt Lake City, UT — Trolley Corners Triplex (7) 1978-07-14 … Chicago, IL — McClurg Court (2) 1978-11-03 … Cheektowaga, NY — Holiday 6-plex (2) The information in this article was principally referenced from film industry trade publications and regional newspaper promotion, with thanks to Louis Bornwasser. International 70mm engagements of this title have not been accounted for in this article. If you believe this article contains any errors or omissions, please consider emailing the author or editor. |
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