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It was built in 1929 as 1150 seat, single screen sound theatre. It was one of only 15 atmospheric theaters built in Canada, meaning that it’s ceiling was painted to resemble a night sky with sparkling stars. 

Eaton's 9th Floor
Ben's Deli

Stand at the corner of De Maisonneuve and Metfcalfe and you’ll see the St. Martin Hotel. It was only just 8 years ago that you’d find Bens Restaurant, a place once known as “the” place to get smoked meat in Montreal. 

It was built in 1929 as 1150 seat, single screen sound theatre. It was one of only 15 atmospheric theaters built in Canada, meaning that it’s ceiling was painted to resemble a night sky with sparkling stars. 

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