The Metro Theater, a historic site on the Upper West Side, has been largely empty since 2005, but is now on track for revitalization, aiming to restore indie cinema.
Ira Deutchman, co-founder of the Upper West Side Cinema Center, emphasized urgency as the organization tries to raise an additional $4.5 million by the January 2025 deadline.
Mark Levine highlighted the challenges faced in linking prospective tenants to a reality beyond vacant space, noting that unrealistic lease terms discouraged potential partners.
After a long struggle, the theater's future appears promising as a nonprofit seeks to breathe life into the iconic venue, potentially revitalizing the community's cinema experience.
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