AMC revamps West Oaks cinema with reclining seats, dining options

With the recent completion of AMC Theatres’ renovation of the West Oaks 14 cinema, visiting Ocoee’s West Oaks Mall theater now will feel like a whole new experience.

The theater, at 9415 West Colonial Drive, now features new movie screens, upgraded sound systems, a new lounge area, an expanded dining menu and reclining seats.

“With a press of a button, guests are able to sit back and adjust to their seats to their preference allowing them to enjoy their movie in the most comfortable way possible,” said Kimberly Sanden, AMC’s corporate communication coordinator. 

The theater renovations — a multi-million dollar project — began in May and were completed in mid-September, Sanden said.

The renovations also include a slight increase in ticket prices, from between $3.99 and $5.99 to $4.49 and $8.99.

The theater also is now able to support online features such as reserved seating and ticketless entry through the AMC mobile app, Sanden said. Anyone who purchases their tickets through the app can scan their ticket directly from their mobile device when they enter.

“Guests are now able to purchase tickets online at amctheatres.com, through the AMC mobile app or at the box office,” Sanden said. “When purchasing their tickets, guests will asked to choose their seats from a screen, which mimics the layout of the auditorium where they will be watching their movie. This has been a wildly popular amenity as guests no longer have to stress about where they are going to sit or arriving extra early to get their preferred seat.”

And for movie-goers 21 or older, AMC now offers adult beverages.

“Also new at this theater is the AMC MacGuffins Bar, offering guests over 21 years old to order a beer, wine or premium cocktail to enjoy with during their movie or before and after at the brand new lounge area,” Sanden said.

Steven Maksin, CEO and founder of the Moonbeam Capital Investments LLC, believes the renovations will bring more visitors to the mall.

 “West Oaks Mall is very pleased to be able to offer the community a state-of-the-art movie theater, which brings additional foot traffic to the mall, stimulates the local economy and improves the quality of life in the Ocoee area,” he said.