The Northgate cinema's closure dealt a significant blow to the ambitious redevelopment proposal by Merlone Geier Partners, which envisioned a vibrant town square with a new cinema at its heart.
With 1,422 planned residences surrounding shops and dining areas, the theater was a vital attraction planned to draw visitors and enhance community engagement in the redevelopment project.
Ross Guehring, speaking on behalf of Merlone Geier, expressed disappointment upon learning that Cinemark chose not to renew its lease, leading to the cinema's abrupt closure after 50 years.
The closing of the Cinemark Century Northgate raises questions about the viability of movie theaters in the Bay Area, reflecting broader trends in cinema attendance and community engagement.
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