Like all cinemas in New York, the Angelika in Soho has lain dormant for almost an entire year.
Joe Masher, president of the National Association of Theatre Owners in New York, said he thought at least 60-75% cinemas in the city would reopen Friday.
He predicts business will “bounce back slowly” – especially as people get vaccinated and with Hollywood major film releases.
Actor Liam Neeson planned to personally greet cinemagoers who went to see his film The Marksman at AMC Lincoln Square.