The line graph illustrates the percentage of cinema attendance in Australia across four different age groups (14-24, 25-34, 35-49, and 50+) from 1998 to the present, with projections extending to 2018.
Overall, younger age groups consistently show higher cinema attendance compared to older groups throughout the period. While the 14-24 group dominates in terms of attendance, a steady upward trend is observed across all age groups, with projections indicating continued increases, particularly among the older demographics.
In 1998, approximately 90% of 14-24-year-olds went to the cinema, making them the most frequent moviegoers. Their attendance peaked slightly above 90% in the early 2000s, dipped slightly around 2006, and is projected to rise again to nearly 100% by 2018. The 25-34 age group followed a similar pattern, maintaining attendance between 80% and 85%, with a small projected rise by 2018.
The 35-49 age group started much lower, at around 60%, but showed a gradual increase, reaching approximately 70% in recent years and is expected to continue climbing. Meanwhile, the 50+ group had the lowest attendance in 1998 (around 40%), but experienced a steady and significant increase, projected to reach over 60% by 2018.
In conclusion, while cinema remains most popular among the youngest group, older age groups have shown growing interest over time, narrowing the attendance gap.