Major Russian Cinemas Cancel Screenings After Crocus City Hall Incident
In the wake of the deadly attack near Crocus City Hall, a number of prominent Russian cinema networks halted their scheduled screenings for consecutive days. Official notifications about the cancellations were released through the networks’ Telegram channels, providing the public with timely updates on cinema operations during this period of crisis.
Among the networks announcing cancellations were Formula Kino, which operates cinemas in Moscow and the surrounding Moscow region; Cinema Star, with locations in Moscow, Reutov, Kolomna, Tula, Kaluga, Orel, Tver, and St. Petersburg; Karo, serving Moscow and the broader Russian cities of St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg; and Kinomax, based in Moscow. The announcements indicated that all screenings across these networks were suspended as investigators and city authorities responded to the incident and prioritized emergency services for those injured.
During the evening hours of the incident, a group of armed individuals opened fire on attendees at a concert held by a picnic group near Crocus City Hall, located in the Moscow region. The attack was followed by multiple explosions and a fire that affected the venue and its surroundings, prompting swift actions from emergency responders and medical teams. The event led to a broader postponement of public gatherings and a heightened state of alert as authorities began the investigation and assessed security measures for similar venues across the city.
Alexey Khripun, a senior official responsible for the capital’s health system, stated that all possible resources were being mobilized to support the victims. He noted that twelve hospitals in the Moscow area were receiving patients from the incident and that medical teams were coordinating care to stabilize those affected while safeguarding broader public health operations. The response reflected a unified effort by city leadership to manage the crisis and ensure rapid medical assistance for those in need.
Media outlets reported on the evolving situation, with ongoing coverage detailing the responses of law enforcement, emergency services, and hospitality and entertainment sectors as they adjusted to the security implications of the event.
Earlier communications highlighted cautions about fraudulent schemes aimed at exploiting the Crocus victims and their families. Public figures and industry representatives urged the public to exercise vigilance and to verify any offers of assistance through official channels. The aim was to protect those seeking to help from scammers while sustaining legitimate relief efforts in the aftermath of this tragedy.