# Dylan Skolnick Returns as Cinema Arts Centre Director

> Dylan Skolnick returns to lead Cinema Arts Centre after board fired him for misconduct amid protests and boycotts.
- Title: Dylan Skolnick Returns as Cinema Arts Centre Director
- Summary: Dylan Skolnick returns to lead Cinema Arts Centre after board fired him for misconduct amid protests and boycotts.
- Keywords: cinema arts centre, dylan skolnick, protests, boycotts, board of directors, misconduct, IndieWire
- Source: IndieWire — https://indiewire.com/news/general-news/dylan-skolnick-returning-director-cinema-arts-centre-protests-1235226136
- Author: Brent Lang
- Published: 2026-11-08T14:31:52+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cinema arts centre, dylan skolnick, protests, boycotts, board of directors, misconduct, entertainment, culture
## Dylan Skolnick Firing
Dylan Skolnick was fired by the Cinema Arts Centre board in September for misconduct.
## Board Justification
The board called Skolnick a dysfunctional and disloyal manager with a conflict of interest from freelance film buying.
## Skolnick's Response
Skolnick said he informed previous board members of his freelance work but admitted current leadership was unaware.
## Reinstatement Agreement
The board and mediator agreed to Skolnick's return after meetings, welcoming him back to the Cinema Arts Centre.
## Key takeaway

Dylan Skolnick is reinstated as Cinema Arts Centre director following protests and boycotts over his September firing for misconduct.