Subsection 2: Allocation of sums held in the automatic cinema exhibition account

The sums entered in the automatic cinema exhibition account are invested to finance works and investments contributing to:1° The modernisation of existing cinematographic establishments, in particular by improving the technical conditions of operation or comfort of existing cinemas or by creating new cinemas;2° The creation of new cinematographic establishments located in mainland France and the French overseas departments.

The sums entered in the automatic cinema operating accounts grouped into circuits are invested to finance work and investments contributing to:1° The modernisation of a cinema provided that it is integrated into this circuit;2° The creation of a new cinema intended to be integrated into this circuit.

The works and investments concern :1° The acquisition and installation of projection equipment;2° The technical improvement of projection conditions, including the use of new projection techniques;3° Accessibility for disabled people;4° Technical studies and technical inspection of cinemas;5° The construction, improvement, refurbishment and fitting out of buildings;6° The purchase, replacement and installation of equipment necessary for the continuity of operation or the modernisation of equipment, provided that this equipment is not…

The sums entered in the automatic cinema operating account or in the automatic cinema operating accounts grouped together in circuits are also invested to finance training for staff and volunteers of cinemas, helping to modernise the establishments.

The training courses cover:1° The use, upkeep and maintenance of digital projection equipment;2° Catering for the disabled;3° The use of new tools and methods relating to data processing, electronic communication and digital marketing.