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Article: Archive: Magnificent example of an art deco movie palace; Ross Reyburn savours the nostalgia of the Odeon Sutton Coldfield and takes a look at how it is today.(Features)
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- The Birmingham Post (England)
- Article date:
- February 22, 2003
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Byline: Ross Reyburn
Filmgoers of the 1930s would find today's interior a puzzle. But outside the Odeon Sutton Coldfield retains its art deco appeal as an outstanding example of the cinema palaces created by Birmingham entrepreneur Oscar Deutsch.
The impressive 1930s main foyer, with its striking pendant lights and rear wall mural showing a film tripod above actors in period costumes, is no more. Today you find a modern multi-screen foyer with sweets, popcorn and hot dogs available as well as tickets. But outside what was regarded as one of the finest ...
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