AMC Bans Masks, Fake Guns from Theaters After Colorado Shooting

AMC Theatres announced on its Facebook page Friday that masks, fake weapons and costumes that make other moviegoers "uncomfortable" won't be allowed inside its theaters following that claimed the lives of at least 12 people.

AMC Glendora showed "The Dark Knight Rises" in several midnight screenings Friday and several other showtimes are planned throughout the day and night. 

AMC's full statement:

AMC Theatres is deeply saddened by the Aurora tragedy. Movie going is part of our social fabric and this senseless act shakes us to our core. We’re reinforcing our security procedures with our theatre teams, which we cannot discuss in detail for obvious, safety reasons. Local law enforcement agencies, our landlords and their and our local security teams are stepping up ...nationwide to ensure we provide the safest environment possible for our guests. We couldn’t be more grateful for their collective support.

At this time, our show schedules circuit-wide will not change. We will not allow any guests into our theatres in costumes that make other guests feel uncomfortable and we will not permit face-covering masks or fake weapons inside our buildings. If guests wish to exchange or refund any tickets, we will honor our existing policy and do as our guests wish. We are taking necessary precautions to ensure our guests who wish to enjoy a movie this weekend can do so with as much peace of mind as possible in these circumstances.