2. 1940’s
The 1940’s was seen as a golden year for movies and
ticket sales reached a all time high. This was because
of a few factors:
There were few other sources of entertainment at that
time for example, no TV and internet. Young people
were looking for escapism and the cinema was a
perfect way to do this.
Little technology meant that going to a cinema with a
big screen with lots of sound and visuals was very
exciting and a welcome escape from work to relax.
3. 1960’s – 80’s
However, by the 60’s ticket sales started to decrease rapidly
due to:
Growth of TV ownership. A lot of the public had TV’s in their
own homes by now and could watch broadcasts for free.
Growth of car ownership also had an effect, seeing as this
aloud citizens to travel and have a greater choice of less
traditional entertainment in different places.
Growth of VHS and video rental nearly killed cinema back in
the 60’s. It became the new fashion to have a video player
and to be able to watch your favorite films in the comfort of
your own home.
4. 1984
However, shortly after this decline, cinema made a
comeback and it was turning point for cinema
The growth in multiplex cinema’s was something new and
they were becoming more accessible to the public.
New cinema technology meant a whole new viewing
experience for the public with things like digital cinema
screens and 3D technology.
The increase of choices of different films, state of the art
technology installed in cinemas, free parking, vast array
snacks in the lobby. Which was all brought over to the UK
much inspired by the American model.
