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Genoa Cinema's New Beginning
After 20 years, the San Pietro cinema in Quinto, Genoa closes. Following community support, a cinema chain plans to take over, ensuring its continued operation.
Italian
Italy
EntertainmentCommunityCinemaSaleChangeOwnership
San Pietro CinemaCircuito GenovaAlesbet S.r.l.Genoa Church
Savino ColagiacomoAlessandro Giacobbe
- Why did the San Pietro cinema close?
- The San Pietro cinema in Quinto, Genoa, closed for four months after its previous owner, Savino Colagiacomo, ended his 20-year tenure. The church that owns the building rejected a plan to convert the space into parking and is now negotiating with Circuito Genova to take over.
- What will happen to the cinema's equipment?
- The cinema's equipment, including the screen, projector, and cash register, will remain in the cinema, as it was owned by the previous operator.
- How did the former owner feel about leaving the cinema?
- Savino Colagiacomo, the former owner, expressed his disappointment at leaving the cinema, which he considered a community hub. He made multiple offers to the church, but they were unsuccessful due to a higher offer from Circuito Genova.
- What organization is planning to take over the cinema's operations?
- Circuito Genova, a cinema chain, is negotiating to take over the San Pietro cinema. They plan to conduct a site visit soon to determine when they can begin operations.
- What initial plan for the cinema was rejected, and what caused the change of plans?
- The church initially considered selling the cinema to build a parking lot, but a local petition with 8,000 signatures prompted them to reconsider and keep the cinema operational.