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DESCRIPTION OF THE SAVOY PICTURE HOUSE 'Plymouth's Super Cinema' not only had a full orchestra but also tempted patrons with its cafe and tea lounge, which could be entered without paying admission to the theatre, and its 1,400 armchairs. It was an imposing reinforced concrete building, some 160ft long and 60ft high with an operating room that could be shut off from the rest of the house when necessary. The circle was 60 feet long. The usual claims were made that the screen was visible from every corner of the house. The interior decor was of black, cream and old-gold which the press described as 'aesthetic and restful'. The auditorium was lit by both gas and electric lamps controlled centrally and in addition to a system of fans to keep the air in constant motion, a spray of cold air could be added to keep the atmosphere crisp and refreshing. In winter, hot air could be introduced to aid the radiators.
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