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===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
'''AMC Theatres''' is an American movie theater chain, founded in 1920 when Maurice, Edward, and Barney Dubinsky acquired the Regent Theatre in | '''AMC Theatres''' is an American movie theater chain, founded in 1920 when Maurice, Edward, and Barney Dubinsky acquired the Regent Theatre in owntown Kansas City, Missouri. The chain was renamed to Durwood Theatres after acquiring theaters in Kansas City and nearby areas; in 1969, when the chain began further national expansion, it gained another name in American Multi-Cinema, which would be shortened to AMC in 1979. The chain, headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, is currently the largest global film exhibitor. AMC and competitor [[Regal Cinemas]] co-founded and previously owned the movie studio [[Open Road Films]]. | ||
===1st Opening (May 1980-1983)=== | ===1st Opening (May 1980-1983)=== | ||
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'''Availability:''' Currently in use at AMC theatres, typically playing after the 2019 post-trailers bumper and during commercial breaks on TV networks. | '''Availability:''' Currently in use at AMC theatres, typically playing after the 2019 post-trailers bumper and during commercial breaks on TV networks. | ||
'''Legacy:''' This opening is known for being the subject of certain memes. | |||
[[Category:Animations on Silicon Graphics]] | [[Category:Animations on Silicon Graphics]] | ||