Frequently
Asked Questions
What
is Cinemobile?
Cinemobile is a large truck which transforms into a 100
seater state of the art cinema, fully heated, air conditioned
and with Dolby Surround Sound. Mobile cinemas have been
in existence in France for the past 20 years. Our machine
was born in 2001, having been built by a French company
called Toutenkamion (French word for “all in the
truck”). Mobile cinemas also operate in Scotland
and Eastern Europe.
Essentially the truck unfolds in 45minutes to become a
fully operational cinema. Watching the machine transform
from truck to Cinemobile is entertainment in itself!
Who picks the films?
Film selection is based on several criteria, the main
one being Print Availability. Certain numbers of prints
are available in the country when a film is released.
Cinemobile must wait for an available copy to become available
from a Distributor (e.g. Buena Vista, Eclipse, Warner,
U.I.P., Twentieth Century Fox etc, Distributors own the
rights to screen the film). Cinemobile never screen films
which exceed Cert 15PG, another criteria for print selection.
We generally six films at each location, screening three
times each day, early afternoon, matinee and evening.
Films are constantly updated to ensure audiences see the
most recent films.
Schools are provided with a list of curriculum based titles
from which they can programme the machine. Groups are
also invited to request titles of their choice, where
we can secure a print we will screen their requested film.
What are Film Certs?
Film Certs are classifications assigned to films by the
Irish Film Censor.
These Certs are
G
A
film classified as 'General' should be suitable for children
of school going age. Not every child will respond in the
same way to particular themes, scenes and images. What
might amuse one child may upset or frighten another, so
parents, who know their own children best, should decide
what is appropriate.
PG
A
film with a 'PG' cert may be watched by unaccompanied
children of any age. However, because some element within
the overall film might be unsettling for younger children,
parents are strongly advised to satisfy themselves in
advance as to whether the film is appropriate for their
younger children. This website provides information on
each film released and links to a range of other sites
which provide detailed content info and film reviews.
12A
Films
classified as 12A are likely to feature more mature themes,
e.g. involving crime, conflict, relationships, etc., but
young persons of twelve and over will already be familiar
with them from their television viewing.
15A Films classified in this category are considered to
be suitable for those of fifteen and upwards. They may
also be seen by younger children provided a parent or
adult guardian accompanies them.
16
Films
classified in this category are considered to be suitable
for persons of sixteen or over. Children under this age
cannot be admitted to cinemas.
18
We
operate on the basis that, as adults, persons who are
eighteen and over should be free, subject to the law,
to watch what they wish.
Where does Cinemobile tour to?
Cinemobile has been on the road since 2001. At that time
locations were chosen based on the following criteria:
· Geographical location - locations
must be a certain distance from the nearest cinema.
We do not want to encroach on any ones business; we
want to bring a service to towns without access to cinema.
· Infrastructure - Does the
location have a large accessible parking space. Sometimes
it’s the supermarket car park; other times the
Mart, GAA or Church car park.
· Audience - Are there schools,
youth groups, theatre groups, active retirement groups
etc-people who will attend screenings?
Over
the past four years our schedule has changed however we
try to return to towns a minimum of twice each year, generally
every five months. We are always delighted to hear from
new communities, towns and festivals seeking our presence.
Cinemobile
is also available for private hire, corporate launches
and festival events.
How much does it cost to see a
film in Cinemobile?
Day time tickets price is €5.00; evening screenings
are €7.00 per person.
Do
I have to Book?
Bookings are required for groups of 10 or more. Schools
are invited to book in advance and may choose from a recent
cinematic release or a curriculum based title.
Cinemobile is wheel chair accessible.
Bookings can be made by contacting our office on 091 751
629. Alternativly any questions may be e-mailed to us
at info@cinemobile.ie
How
can I keep up to date on Cinemobile’s activities?
Subscribe
to our free E-Zine, which is distributed bi-monthly, by
e-mailing us on info@cinemobile.ie
requesting to be added to the E-Zine distribution list.
