I remember when the Chinook theatres opened in 1999: who would have thought the Egyptian motif lifted from the "Mummy" (which was quite popular at the time, though who can say why) would become such an eyesore and lame. Teens these days must be wondering why the dumb decor?
As a multiplex experience, Chinook is the best you can ask for. A surprisingly tight lobby - just try coming here on Harry Potter's opening day and finding even an inch to breathe, it will feel like you're riding the escalator to your doom - extremely overpriced food vendors (and amazingly the only Tim Horton's in the entire mall!) - surly teens and ticket rippers from all walks of life - huge screens, including the massive IMAX auditorium on which to see the latest Hollywood disasters, in 3D, in surround, in awe! They have also introduced D-Box in some of the theatres though I haven't experienced it.
There is something communal about joining the masses for the latest massively hyped movie event: jostling for space, lining up like cattle at an abattoir, blearing and being force-fed popcorn, mouth-breathing and chortling through the entire experience. Bring lots of face masks because believe me: the ratio of teens in this place for the new Twilight can bring a savage tear to your eye.