ROThe Grand Rex cinema in Paris, renowned for its Art Deco style and status as one of the world's most famous cinemas, is selling some of its blue velvet seats at a public auction. The seats, priced between €30 and €60 depending on their design, come from one of the smaller halls undergoing renovation. The main hall, which holds up to 2,700 people, has historically been a major cultural landmark. Originally built in 1932, the cinema was occupied by Nazis during World War II and later hosted iconic films like 'Pinocchio' and 'Gone with the Wind.' Recently, the cinema faced criticism over high ticket prices for premieres, including a €50 charge for a screening of 'Marty Supreme,' which was deemed excessive by some outlets. The cinema defended these prices as necessary to cover costs related to hosting such events.
Bias read (Center): The article focuses on a cultural event involving the sale of historic cinema seats and does not engage in political commentary, debate, or framing that would indicate a particular ideological stance. It provides historical context and quotes from the cinema’s management without evident bias.
