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From the Editor....

Welcome to CinemaRecord 65 - my first as returning Editor
since family commitments necessitated Ian Smith graciously taking
over from me - way back in 2002!
Ably assisted by Bill Kerr’s computer-graphics expertise, Ian’s
contribution has been both considerable and inspiring –
particularly in furthering historical research, an area in which
(happily) he will continue to work.
We are indeed indebted to, and sincerely thank Ian for all of his work in producing and
advancing the quality of our CinemaRecord magazine.
As a long-time cinema worker (see CR35), I am personally very keen to ensure that these
pages continue to suitably reflect our goals as a Historical Society of Cinema & Theatre’s
The official journal of the Cinema And by having a strong focus on documenting the history of the industry here in Australasia.
Theatre Historical Society Inc. Subjects covering film stars; Directors and the actual movies are well represented
Australia elsewhere in a myriad of web-sites; print media and fan clubs, so I feel it is OUR job to
ISSN 1443-3664 • Published quarterly research and record the often untold stories… those not only of the theatre buildings
★ themselves, but also of the people who operated; serviced; supplied and even attended them.
Editor: Kevin Adams Whether as Projectionist or Patron; Professional or Personal - we ALL have a story to
★ tell and these pages are the place for them to be recorded for future generations.
In this first edition back, I have delved extensively into my own collection in a hope to
CinemaRecord Artwork:
inspire you the reader to share your own treasures with us – be they stories, photographs or
Bill Kerr, Optimum Design 9347 6969 personal recollections…they all assist us to paint a greater picture of our rich heritage.
★ With your help, I hope to ensure that this quarterly tome is jam-packed full of news;
The main aim of CATHS and this stories; memories; photographs and history.
publication is to accurately document and Help CATHS bring History to life here in your CinemaRecord. - Kevin Adams, Editor.
create an archive of the history of
cinemas and theatres.
Input in the form of articles, NOW SHOWING!
constructive criticism, and substantiated
dispute of printed matter is welcome, and
necessary to enable us to reach our 4 Letters & Newsreel
objective. 8 Corio Theatre Geelong - Mike Trickett
Opinions expressed are those of the The story of a lost deco treasure
Editor or contributors, and unless
14 Glenelg Beach Memories - Postscenium
expressly stated so, are not necessarily Reminiscences of places, people and Picture-Shows
those of the Cinema And Theatre
19 Brighton Bay Cinemas - Brian Miller
Historical Society Inc.
Evolution of a suburban Pioneer
Articles printed in CinemaRecord
20 90th Birthday for a Picture Show Man
should not be reproduced without the
The cinema career of Cyril White
permission of the author or the editor.
22 Lorne Goes to the Pictures - Graeme McCoubrie
All photos are from the collection of Four venues catered for a holiday mecca
the person or organisation stated. Every
26 Camers 65 and the Metro Bourke St. - Eric White
effort has been made to trace the
ownership of copyright. In the event of The special process used to film Ben-Hur
any questions arising as to the use of any 28 Roy Touhy - Ross King
material, the author and publisher will be A lifetime in Picture Shows and Pubs
happy to make the necessary corrections 31 Hoyts in New Zealand - David Lascelles
in future printings. A glimpse of some of Hoyts venues
Contributions and suggestions for
CinemaRecord are most welcome. Please
contact the Editor if you are planning COMING SOON
to write an article for the magazine.
We may be able to assist you with
information, contacts, etc and it will help • Majestic Theatre - Wellington
us with forward planning. The largest picture show in town
★ • Plaza Theatre - Northcote
Picture Theatre and Playhouse
Contact: Kevin Adams
• Projecting at the Athenaeum
Telephone: (03) 9465 6942
Showing movies for Hoyts
Email: cinemarecord@hotmail.com
Postal Address: PO Box 476,
Images in this publication are from CATHS Archive unless credited to another source.
Bentleigh, Victoria, 3204
Cover: Exterior of the Corio Theatre, Geelong (Vic).
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