movie palaces

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Scope note
Cinemas with ornate architecture and interior decoration, emerging in the 1920s. The exterior of the movie palace is often outfitted with a marquee and an upright, showcasing the cinema's name.
movie palaces
Accepted term: 09-Mar-2026