But film-goers take heart in news that another operator, CineArt, will take over space and offer screenings with upgraded facilities
Hong Kong film-goers snapped up discounted tickets for the final day of operation of Golden Harvest’s MegaBox cinema on Sunday, with some disheartened fans finding comfort in the news that another theatre chain will take over the space soon.
In the afternoon, the seven-screen cinema was bustling with long-time regulars and others who were simply nearby residents, eager to snap up HK$40 (US$5) tickets for most screenings.
The operator announced last week it was closing, becoming the latest in a string of cinemas to close in the city and the fifth so far this year.
It added CineArt would open a new cinema in the shopping centre next month with upgraded design and facilities.
