Hey, it might only be 5%, but it’s a start.
State media CGTN reported that 486 theaters were open for business on Friday. On Monday, financial publication Caixin said the number had risen to 507, representing less than 5% of all cinemas in commercial operation prior to the virus outbreak.
China Theaters Begin to Reopen as Coronavirus Threat Recedes – Variety
If we look at the timeline, China closed theaters first, about 45 days ago, so if they are starting to reopen as the virus recedes, then we’re about 45 days out in the United States from seeing the same situation occur here.
Meanwhile, in Washington state where we reside, they just put a two-week order for people in non-essential businesses to stay at home. Both of our regular jobs are considered essential, so this will have no impact on us, but just thought I’d throw that out there.
45 days. It gets better. Theaters reopening anywhere sounds like life starting to return to normal.
Movies, Movies, Movies 