Cinemark Opens New Kirkland Theater At Totem Lake Friday

KIRKLAND, WA — Starting Friday, Eastside moviegoers have a new spot to catch both the classics and the latest releases on the silver screen. Cinemark Totem Lake promises an "elevated moviegoing experience" for the Kirkland area, looking to draw film fans out of their living rooms with state-of-the-art technology, comfy chairs and the smell of fresh popcorn.

"Movie fans in the greater Kirkland area can now enjoy an enhanced entertainment experience in our fan-favorite luxury loungers with larger-than-life on-screen action with sight and sound technology that cannot be replicated at home," said Mark Zoradi, Cinemark's CEO. "We are pleased to be opening this theatre at a time when our communities need an entertaining escape most."

On opening day, the theater's offerings will include new releases like "Tom & Jerry," "Chaos Walking," and "The Courier," with advance tickets on sale for "Godzilla vs. Kong," ahead of its March 31 release. The theater is also screening fan favorites like "A League of Their Own."

Cinemark highlighted a few amenities Kirkland moviegoers can expect:

• A Cinemark XD auditorium.
• Electric-powered, plush, oversize recliners in all auditoriums.
• Reserved seating throughout the theatre with convenient online and kiosk ticketing
• A fully immersive viewing environment with wall-to-wall screens and heightened sound systems in all auditoriums.
• 4K digital projection powered by Barco projectors with RealD 3D capability.
• An inviting, open lobby, complete with a full-service, traditional concession stand that offers everyone’s favorite moviegoing snacks and drinks.
• A Cinemark café offering specialty coffee and ice cream options that will open in the coming weeks.
• An arcade, complete with a variety of fan-favorite games.

In accordance with state and local coronavirus guidelines, Cinemark has implemented several health and safety measures for staff and visitors, including:

• Each auditorium is extensively disinfected between showtimes with products identified by the EPA to be effective in eliminating COVID-19.
• Theatres have staggered showtimes and limited capacities to maximize physical distancing.
• Seat-Buffering Technology automatically blocks seats adjacent to a party upon ticket purchase.
• Face masks are mandatory for all guests within the theatre and may only be removed for eating and drinking in the auditoriums. Face masks are required for all employees.
• All public and high-touch spaces are thoroughly sanitized frequently.
• Ample supplies of seat wipes and hand sanitizer are available for customer use.
• Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets online and use contactless payment methods for a more contact-free experience. With that, cash payments options will be limited.
• Cinemark’s advanced, three-point air quality standard is designed to deliver an abundant supply of fresh outdoor air, maintain optimal circulation and eliminate pollutants.

• Increased fresh-air rate. Cinemark is substantially raising the fresh-air rate of building HVAC systems by constantly utilizing supply fans to increase the total volume of fresh, outside air flowing into theatres.
• Smart-flow air circulation design. Each auditorium within the theatre has its own HVAC system, which consistently diffuses fresh air from the ceiling down toward the floor where it is then returned to the filtration equipment, constantly refreshing the air.
• Elimination of pollutants. Cinemark utilizes MERV filters in its HVAC systems to capture the majority of particles and pollutants.

When Washington reaches its third reopening phase Monday, indoor capacity for theaters and most other indoor establishments will double to 50 percent. Moviegoers looking to stay within their pod can also book private watch parties for a film of their choice, with costs ranging from $99 to $149.

More information on tickets, showtimes and private parties are available on the Cinemark website.