With Cheap Tickets and Lax Etiquette, a Theater Builds an Older Fan Base

The New York Times12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

The Hollywood Classic cinema in Seoul has gained popularity among older audiences, as the demographic of 70-year-olds now surpasses that of people in their 20s, according to The New York Times. The theater's affordable ticket prices and relaxed etiquette have contributed to this trend.

Share:XRedditLinkedIn

Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
38 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100

Score BreakdownRisk 35

Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 38 days - proven survivor

Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.

Breaking Similar stories

Anti-Lindy Similar stories