Audience members are asked to sit separately in cinemas in Lishui, Zhejiang province. [Photo/lsnews.com.cn]

Some cinemas in Lishui in East China's Zhejiang province reopened on July 20 after the China Film Administration lifted restrictions that were introduced in late January to curb the spread of COVID-19.

At a cinema in Liandu district, supplies such as disinfectants and detergents were placed at the entrance. Before entering the cinema, people are required to wear a mask, register their personal information, have their temperature taken and show their health code.

"We haven't seen a movie for more than six months," said a citizen surnamed Liu. "I am very excited that the cinemas have reopened. I'm going to take my child to watch a movie."

According to the guideline released by the China Film Administration, all tickets – which are sold for alternative seats – should be reserved online with buyers providing proof of identity. Viewers are required to wear masks during the entire screening.

Also, at every screening of a film no longer than two hours – the theater is required to sell no more than 30 percent of seats.