Cinema solutions illuminate CGV’s flagship theatre

SEOUL – Christie^® is proud to announce that CGV, South Korea’s largest cinema chain, has elevated its flagship SCREENX Theatre with Christie CineLife+ Series CP4455-RGB pure laser projectors and Christie Mystique™ Cinema software. This state-of-the-art enhancement offers audiences an immersive cinematic experience like never before.

Located at Times Square in Seoul, the CGV Yeongdeungpo SCREENX Theatre houses the world’s longest fixed projection screen, certified by the Korea Record Institute. Spanning 72 meters (236 feet) in width and reaching a height of 13.9 meters (45.6 feet), this venue is now powered by dual Christie CP4455-RGB projectors illuminating its impressive 25-meter (82-foot) central screen. Specifically designed for premium large-format (PLF) auditoriums, the CP4455-RGB offers 4K resolution, 55,000 lumens of brightness, Christie Real|Laser™ illumination technology with an integrated cooling system and sealed optical path for exceptional performance.

Renowned for producing vivid, true-to-life visuals, the CP4455-RGB projectors ensure outstanding 2D and 3D presentations in this 462-seat theatre. Christie Mystique Cinema software complements this setup by providing precise sub-pixel alignment for seamless dual projection, achieving flawless image quality and uniform brightness. As the first theatre in Seoul to introduce the SCREENX PLF system, this auditorium is redefining the immersive cinema experience.

“We’re thrilled to bring a new level of cinematic immersion to our audiences with the addition of Christie’s cutting-edge CP4455-RGB pure laser projectors and Mystique Cinema,” said a spokesperson from CGV. “This enhancement reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of cinematic visuals. With our flagship SCREENX Theatre now equipped to deliver breathtaking 4K visuals, auto calibrated within minutes for precise projection, we’re offering moviegoers an experience they won’t find anywhere else.”

Han Kim, executive director for APAC, Cinema, Christie, commented, “This flagship auditorium at CGV Yeongdeungpo already sets a global standard in cinema, and we’re pleased to partner with CGV to elevate the audience experience further. With the Christie CP4455-RGB projectors and Mystique Cinema, CGV will achieve an unprecedented level of immersion and quality, giving audiences a visual experience that matches the grandeur of this extraordinary auditorium.”

Christie CineLife+ Series cinema projectors feature ultra-fast Series 4 processing electronics, pushing the boundaries of cinema projection by bringing premium large-format capabilities to mainstream cinemas. These DCI-compliant projectors deliver stunning color and contrast, offer high efficiency, and ensure a long operational life. Capable of reproducing 2D and 3D content at 4K resolution and up to 120 frames per second, CineLife+ projectors introduce a new era of vibrant, high-performance cinema experiences for audiences everywhere.