The COVID-19 pandemic has put movie theaters across the country at risk of going dark for good, according to the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) and SaveYourCinema.com.
From small independent screens to nationwide exhibitors, local theaters employ over 150,000 people and have formed a cornerstone of the American experience for generations.
Without swift action from Congress your favorite theaters could close forever, depriving audiences of the magic of movies for years to come.
You can can urge Congress to keep movie theaters alive until they can fully reopen. Fill out the form letter in the following link (https://saveyourcinema.com/#takeaction) to tell your legislators that you demand action to save local movie theaters now.
OTHER WAYS TO HELP:
Buy a Gift Card from your favorite theater
It’s a great way to show support during this difficult time, and you can use it as soon as your theater opens again.
See if your local theater offers private rentals
Moviegoers around the country are enjoying the big screen experience with family and friends thanks to a private rental at their favorite theater.
NATO represents over 35,000 movie screens in all 50 states. The movie-going experience is at the heart of everything we do as we work with lawmakers and film distributors to protect, innovate, and improve the movie theater experience for audiences everywhere.