Dave McNary Film ReporterThe National Association of Theatre Owners is imploring Congress to enact federal relief legislation to save local movie theaters hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.NATO said Monday that the situation is dire and noted that the industry cannot continue to operate in its current state.
It pointed out that even in places where movie theaters can reopen, low-capacity mandates and an “anemic” film slate means theaters simply cannot draw the necessary audiences to make them operationally viable.“American movie theaters need help now,” said John Fithian, NATO president and CEO.
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