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flag Newcastle’s historic Tower Cinema, reopened after years of closure with 1970s-style revival, sold out its first weekend.

flag Keith Turnbull, who managed Newcastle’s Tower Cinemas for 24 years and helped open it in 1976 with Jaws, returned this week as the historic King Street venue reopened after years of closure. flag The revived cinema, restored with 1970s-style decor under new owner Peter Sourris, features reclining seats, food and drink service, and unique programming to stand out from multiplexes. flag Despite initial technical issues and challenges like limited parking, the first weekend sold out, drawing crowds for classic and contemporary films. flag The Turnbull family’s 42-year connection to the theater, including seven children who worked there, remains central to its legacy, with son Andy now serving as site manager. flag The revival aims to offer a premium, community-focused movie experience amid rising streaming competition and declining box office trends.

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