Greek cinemas insist on intermissions, even for Nolan's Odyssey

In Greece, intermissions remain non-negotiable even for Christopher Nolan's nearly three-hour 'The Odyssey', a tradition that family-run cinemas say is critical to survival. The 5-10 minute breaks, once standard since the 1960s, allow patrons to smoke, use the loo, or buy refreshments. With no government support, concession revenue during intermissions is crucial, and the practice persists especially at open-air summer cinemas.