Extended lockdown to see the return of drive-in movies
The company has earmarked three locations in Hillcrest, Durban and Umhlanga.
Drive-in movies, a popular entertainment option of yesteryear, are soon to be resurrected.
With the extended lockdown across South Africa and the importance social distancing even after lockdown, drive-in movies may create a low-risk entertainment option for people desperate to get out of the house.
While they do not yet have a date, the organisers of Splashy Fen Music Festival have announced the creation of Parkflix – a modern-day model of the classic drive-in concept.
“Right now there is a need for innovative and creative thinking in our industry; and we’ve been working around the clock to create feasible new outlets for fans, artists and workers within the entertainment field,” said Stu Berry of Impi Concept Events.
“We are extremely excited to be launching Parkflix, in association with Splashy Fen, and working closely with government to get the concept up and running as soon as we can,” said Berry.
The company has earmarked three locations in Hillcrest, Durban and Umhlanga for the shows, including movies, music and other productions.
The venues will also provide options for drive-in church meetings, weddings and even funerals.
Depending on the venue, up to 250 vehicles can be accommodated at a time; with attendees arriving in their cars and tuning in via their FM radio sets.
The entertainment will be displayed on large screens, giving attendees no reason to leave the car – other than to visit the bathroom.
“We have already met with government and are all aligned in terms of this new potential offering. Together we are all very excited to launch this as a concept that meets all of the requirements and regulations pertaining to each of the Lockdown Level’s being implemented,” said Berry.
Berry said he believed Parkflix would open up the opportunity to create safe spaces, offering attendees a form of community that is very low risk – lower then the risk people are currently taking in going to shop for groceries.
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