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Ben De Luca, the 90-year-old owner of Summergarden cinema in Bowen, is selling his beloved theater after 64 years. The longest-running cinema in North Queensland, it has been a local landmark since 1948. Bens passion for movies began in school and he has cherished memories of hosting the Australia premiere for Baz Luhrmanns film in 2008. However, with streaming services taking over, Ben feels the industry has changed and hopes a new owner will keep the cinemas legacy alive.

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