The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) has recently experienced a wave of resignations, raising concerns about the organization’s leadership and its impact on the industry. Jerry Pierce, the Tech Advisor for NATO, has decided to step down following the dismissal of EVP and General Counsel Jackie Brenneman. This article will analyze the reasons behind
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In what seems to be a battle of its own making, Warner Bros is poised to take the number one spot at the box office this weekend with its new DC superhero film, Blue Beetle. The movie is expected to have an opening weekend of $28 million to $32 million, which would end Barbie’s three-week
As the film industry grapples with ongoing strikes and concerns about major release date changes, a glimmer of hope emerges with the announcement of the premiere date for the highly-anticipated movie “Foe.” Directed by Garth Davis, known for the critically acclaimed film “Lion,” this Amazon Studios production is set to hit theaters on October 6th,
Exciting news for theater enthusiasts! The highly-anticipated Broadway revival of The Wiz has found its leading lady in the talented Nichelle Lewis. After an extensive search that involved reviewing over 2,000 auditions, Lewis emerged victorious and secured the coveted role of Dorothy. Her incredible talent and captivating performances caught the attention of the production team
The film industry is currently experiencing a wave of releases, with films hitting the theaters one after another. However, there is a growing concern about the discomfort among talented actors in promoting these films, even independent productions that have waivers or do not require them. This reluctance from stars to step into the limelight is
AMC Entertainment, the renowned theater chain, is shaking up its executive team with the appointment of Ellen Copaken as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Marketing. Copaken, who previously served as the VP of Growth Strategy at AMC, has been credited with leading the successful launch of the AMC Perfectly Popcorn in over 2,600 Walmart stores
The Will Rogers Picture Pioneers Foundation is organizing a special screening of Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back on August 30th at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. This event aims to raise funds for its charity, which provides support to various national health and social service programs, as well as financial assistance to members of
AMC Entertainment, the world’s largest movie theater chain, is facing a potential financial crisis if it fails to raise enough funds amidst ongoing Hollywood strikes. Despite reporting a surge in second-quarter earnings and record-breaking sales for June and July, the company is embroiled in a legal battle with shareholders in Delaware Chancery Court. The court’s
The horror genre has always been a favorite among moviegoers, and no film has exemplified this more than Insidious: The Red Door. Directed by Patrick Wilson and starring a talented ensemble cast including Rose Byrne, Ty Simpkins, Lin Shaye, and Leigh Whannell, this film has taken the world by storm, becoming the biggest horror movie
In a weekend filled with a diverse selection of specialty films, CatVideoFest, alongside notable indie releases such as Shortcomings and Passages, captured the attention of arthouse and adult audiences. These independent films have not only added to the buoyant box office but also faced the formidable competition posed by blockbusters targeting similar demographics. However, despite