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Noncontrolling Interests (Components Of Noncontrolling Interests) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries | $ 4,607 | $ 4,098
Angelika Center [Member] |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries |  | 1,737
Australia Country Cinemas [Member] |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries | 532 | 601
Shadow View Land And Farming LLC [Member] |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries | 1,862 | 1,912
Sutton Hill Properties [Member] |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated subsidiaries | $ 2,213 | $ (152)

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