mkpeReport

top analysis covering digital cinema, 3-D, HFR, and laser illumination

Executive Summary

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  • Technology Matters (Again). In its first 6 years, “one system could play all” was the rule for digital cinema.
  • DCI could step into a yucky mess if it doesn’t carefully think through its policies related to CTP testing.
  • SMPTE is being pushed into higher frame rates.
  • ISDCF continues to pursue the SMPTE DCP transition with its Plugfest and with KDM guidelines.
  • Cinema audio processors may be vanilla in nature, but it’s the icing that counts.
  • RealD has had better days than it is currently experiencing, but its long term challenges may not be those seen today.
  • Screenvision buys UniqueScreen Media.
  • The Full HD 3D Glasses Initiative is launched.
  • Marcus Theatres is rolling out digital cinema in a blink.