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# Retro Movie-Themed Bars
Liverpool's 'Arthouse Bar' is Inspired By Classic Black-and-White Films

By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-17 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moviethemed-bar
References: [liverpoolecho](http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/exclusive-first-look-signature-livings-11629031) & [signatureliving](http://www.signatureliving.co.uk/)

Signature Living, a hotel company that specializes in providing themed and well-decorated accommodations in the city of [Liverpool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-carlo-liverpool), is launching a new movie-themed bar whose artwork draws its inspiration from the classic black-and-white films of the 1920s and 1930s.

Dubbed the Arthouse Bar, this establishment features a ceiling plastered with scenes and depictions from classic movies. The bar offers a [comprehensive cocktail menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deja-vu-cocktail-menu) that includes a number of themed beverages such as the Marilyn Monroetini, Cherry Grant and Charlie ChapGin. Customers can enjoy these delicious and nostalgically named beverages in a bar environment that accurately mimics classic interiors of the first few decades of the 20th century.

This movie-themed bar is a great example of the proliferation of classic and retro pop culture references into modern nightlife destinations looking to stand out from the crowd.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.2/10
- Popularity: 35% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Retro-themed Bars:** The rise of retro-themed bars presents opportunities for businesses to cater to consumers seeking nostalgia and unique experiences in their nightlife.
- **Themed Accommodations:** The popularity of themed accommodations allows for innovative hospitality businesses to create immersive environments that appeal to a specific target market.
- **Classic Movie Revival:** The resurgence of interest in classic black-and-white films is an opportunity for entertainment companies to tap into nostalgia and offer related experiences.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of retro-themed bars and themed accommodations by offering unique and immersive experiences to guests.
- **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can seize the opportunity presented by the revival of interest in classic movies by creating innovative experiences and content that cater to this nostalgic audience.
- **Nightlife:** The nightlife industry can embrace the trend of retro-themed bars to attract customers seeking a nostalgic and distinctive social experience.

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