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America's Abandoned Drive-in Theaters Explained
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The Drive-in Theatre, an iconic American entertainment venue, emerged in the early 20th century as a novel way to enjoy movies from the comfort of one's car. Conceived by Richard Hollingshead Jr. in 1933, the concept quickly gained popularity, providing families with a unique cinematic experience. Its peak came in the 1950s and 1960s when it became a cultural phenomenon, offering a blend of leisure and convenience during the post-war boom. However, with the rise of multiplex cinemas and home entertainment systems, drive-ins faced a decline in the late 20th century. Despite this, nostalgic sentiment and a desire for outdoor experiences have led to a resurgence in recent years, with many drive-ins adapting to modern technology while preserving their classic charm. Today, these outdoor theaters continue to evoke a sense of nostalgia while providing a distinctive cinematic experience under the stars.
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The Drive-in Theatre, an iconic American entertainment venue, emerged in the early 20th century as a novel way to enjoy movies from the comfort of one's car. Conceived by Richard Hollingshead Jr. in 1933, the concept quickly gained popularity, providing families with a unique cinematic experience. Its peak came in the 1950s and 1960s when it became a cultural phenomenon, offering a blend of leisure and convenience during the post-war boom. However, with the rise of multiplex cinemas and home entertainment systems, drive-ins faced a decline in the late 20th century. Despite this, nostalgic sentiment and a desire for outdoor experiences have led to a resurgence in recent years, with many drive-ins adapting to modern technology while preserving their classic charm. Today, these outdoor theaters continue to evoke a sense of nostalgia while providing a distinctive cinematic experience under the stars.
IT’S HISTORY - Weekly Tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash.
» CONTACT
For brands, agencies, and sponsorships: itshistory@thoughtleaders.io
Socash on Insta 👉 ryansocash
To Submit your episode idea, send a short description and a small image here 📧 its.history.official@gmail.com
» CREDIT
Scriptwriter - Ryan Socash,
Editor - Karolina Szwata,
Host - Ryan Socash
Music/Sound Design: Dave Daddario
» NOTICE
Some images may be used for illustrative purposes only - always reflecting the accurate time frame and content. Events of factual error / mispronounced word/spelling mistakes - retractions will be published in this section.
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is that.. "The Continental" from john wick movies?
Southern Pacific and their subdivision Sprint has a fascinating history
Keys is not that nice at least not for public access
I like your content, but my god do you butcher the names of the Staten Island bridges.
Back in the early 1980’s we had the South Bay drive in. My friend had a green Plymouth fury. Two guys in the Front seat and three more in the trunk. Also I remember being in the backseat going south on I-5 in San Diego and looking out the window at a drive in and seeing boobies on this massive screen. Hilarious. Pretty cool for an 8 year old. Different times.good times.
Thanks for the shout out to the DeKalb Oasis. The Starbucks didn’t reopen after Covid 😔 The outdoor/patio area where you can watch the cars go by on 88 is a unique experience.
There’s the Glen Drive-In Theatre in Queensbury NY. It’s a great experience and I always go when visiting friends there. ❤
Beautiful drive but scary at times if you notice recent repairs. Can't imagine living in areas where you're solely dependent on the Hwy, esp with children in the household.
I'm just passing by I was looking for something else but I will answer your question as to how it ended up destroyed polluted a wasteland… It's what man does with everything because he is selfish hateful jealous overall he would kill to possess another man's possessions. Before I leave when New York was settled there was one Lake the supplied water to the very first settlement And yes you guessed it They polluted their only water source.Maybe I'll come back like I said I was just looking for something else
many plants could use the areas for manufacturing today and keep areas clean with standards of the day - neglect is what makes it appear nasty today. It isn't economical to pay NYC salaries for basic manufacturing jobs
"Peninsula island" isn't a thing. It's literally one or the other.
It's all about MONEY. $$$
i think chandler az has a few in its train museum
BAYONNE NJ.!!!!!! Nothing NY about it. Thank you
Now we know how democrats are created!
I am lucky enough to live near both Shankweiler's and Becky's. Shankweiler's was the second to open in the USA and still operates today. I prefer Becky's, however, since they have 2 screens often offering triple features.
I remember when the river caught fire in ohio.... 1980s.
Wish I lived back in those days. NYC is a cesspool now.
Ain’t forgotten to me. A stump puller made that canal. Bet Yerrrrrr😊
Two years later, the New Jersey is in dry dock, getting cleaned up and a fresh coat of paint
OK... I'll bite... What is the situation with the cows?
Majority Report listener here
I LOVE NY
Why no mention of the indigenous people that were no doubt massacred and displaced.
Or the indigenous people that were displaced by those indigenous people.
ITS ALWAYS GGOD TO HAVE PARTS PLANES IF NEEDED!!
14:50 "To this point the Cubs had never played a night game before" Just oof. The Cubs had played many night games before. They had played in Cincinnati, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Boston, Milwaukee, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, San Diego, and Montreal. I do not have the time to count how many games. Please correct your statement and say "a home game before" and be closer to correct by hundreds and hundreds of games. Please.
Hope for new stadium
10:33 What's with the PIttsburgh footage?!? Again, please explain.
I was born in the Metropolitan Hospital in NYC.
looks good to me
Since when do Lutheran seminaries have temples on their property? Is 'temple' a buzzword necessary for an algorithm? Please explain.
He goes from being a high school grocery store clerk, to a college dropout (or was it high school?), to working in the merchant marines, then is a failure as a paint salesman. Starts a construction company, then boom! he’s the builder and owner of the Hancock Center in Chicago. Something tells me you could have explained that last step just a little bit more.
The oasis was a great idea and pretty unique. Like most human beings, I don't like big change like this either. As I get older, watching things that were significant in my life disappearing or being labeled as 'obsolete' is a bit depressing. We all go through it during our lives, but that doesn't make it easier. Some change is needed, but I feel like some change is just done for the sake of change alone. Many great ideas and options have disappeared even though they were useful.
Say “carousel” 😅
I live not too far away from the Harvest Moon in Gibson City, IL. Always a fun visit to catch a film there.
Rubber tires take away the efficiency of the railroad, and an elevated track assures huge expense and difficulty in getting out of the skybus, like if it breaks down. The stupidity of this idea, at it's core, is just embarrassing.
I used to go to the underground with my parents as a kid but now Atlanta is totally trash
I bet I can use a life straw and drink from it
Aunt Anna's 😂😂😂
Asian construction outshines us. Japan could step in and change how we build infrastructure. Cooperation of both America and Japan could help in rebuilding
I always called them the food bridge and it was a regular stop on the way to six flags. Sad to see them go. I hope the two remaining stick around for awhile.
Had 2 drive ins here locally (Williamsport Pa) only 1 still open, the Pike Drive In, a 3 screener. The smaller 2 screener closed.
And the same thing as the rest of the world,,
We have a pond that I call Poop Lake. I think we just hate water.
im 42 and have only lived in the usa and have never been to a drive in
Having such a big road take up all of that valuable water front space is sad
Holland, Holland🇳🇱
Gowanus is a perfect metaphor for New York in general. Gross...
I used to work in Underground Atlanta in the early 90's. It was a LOT of fun, but I'm not sure what's offered there now. It really is funny hearing mispronounced names of counties and politicians.
I fell into that canal launching a kayak. I live to tell the tale (I still feat turning into toxic avenger though).