Canada has outdated zoning that makes Cineplex a monopoly. Provinces like BC also have multiple expenses that prohibit a thriving independent film scene. Government has gotta get on updating these eventually!
NEW: Imagine Cinemas Carlton says A24 has withdrawn Matt Johnson's TONY "due to antiquated 'clearing' practices, ones that still exist in Canada because of the hegemonic theatrical exhibition market share." Worth noting that NIRVANNA was huge hit for Carlton, playing for months.