The Grinch that stole Castro ChristmasOver the period of four days last week Warner Brothers held the Castro hostage for the U.S.
premiere of "The Matrix Resurrections" ["Castro businesses sidelined by 'Matrix' premiere's parking impacts," online, December 17]. () This happened with virtually no notice or outreach to the business or residential communities and had lasting impacts on the livelihoods of both groups.
Especially the merchants, who were coming off another lackluster year for sales amid the continuing pandemic. This occurred during the week before Christmas where we merchants expected good sales and many visitors to the Castro to shop and dine.