Our beautiful multiplex: Milton Keynes council fights to save landmark cinema The Point

• The Point, once the UK’s first US-style multiplex, is facing demolition as developers plan to replace it with a new housing scheme. This iconic building, which opened 40 years ago, has been a significant part of Milton Keynes' cultural landscape, featuring 10 screens and various entertainment options, but is now closed and under threat amidst a dispute involving local campaigners and heritage groups.
• The potential loss of The Point highlights the ongoing tension between urban development and heritage preservation. As local authorities and community advocates strive to save this landmark, the situation underscores the importance of cultural landmarks in maintaining a city’s identity and history, raising questions about the value placed on such sites in the face of modernization.

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