Post by gato on Jan 11, 2024 7:39:00 GMT -5
I had no idea that since 2016, the Americans with Disabilities Act has mandated that movie theaters provide closed captioning for all digital movies. Moreover, they have to let the public know of the rule, and have personnel on hand to assist patrons with the necessary equipment.
And here I thought theater personnel were just there to sweep up the after-show popcorn residue.
Equipment? Yes. Two types. Via special eyeglasses or using a flexible arm with a screen, (Captiview) anchored on the armrest or in the cupholder. The CC's are transmitted to these receivers.
I haven't been going to theaters regularly for at least a couple of years, but I don't recall seeing any of the stuff mandated as I've described.
www.3playmedia.com/blog/why-advocates-are-calling-out-closed-captions-at-movie-theaters-and-festivals/#:~:text=ADA%20Requirements%20for%20Movie%20Theaters,Act%20(ADA)%20Title%20III.
And here I thought theater personnel were just there to sweep up the after-show popcorn residue.
Equipment? Yes. Two types. Via special eyeglasses or using a flexible arm with a screen, (Captiview) anchored on the armrest or in the cupholder. The CC's are transmitted to these receivers.
I haven't been going to theaters regularly for at least a couple of years, but I don't recall seeing any of the stuff mandated as I've described.
www.3playmedia.com/blog/why-advocates-are-calling-out-closed-captions-at-movie-theaters-and-festivals/#:~:text=ADA%20Requirements%20for%20Movie%20Theaters,Act%20(ADA)%20Title%20III.
