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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, the panel recaps the early box office results from National Cinema Day and looks at the impact of Warner Bros.’ release schedule changes for Q4. In our feature segment, director Antoine Fuqua joins the podcast to discuss his latest film, The Equalizer 3.

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Weekend Box Office Forecast: THE EQUALIZER 3 Aiming for #2 All-Time Labor Day Debut
Weekend Box Office: GRAN TURISMO and BARBIE Lead National Cinema Day Weekend
Warner Bros. Moves DUNE: PART TWO to March 2024

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:23 National Cinema Day, weekend movies
04:17 Lionsgate and STX deal
06:01 Redding opens Angelika Film Center in Australia
07:18 New board members at Art House Convergence
08:05 B&B Theatres Portland location renovation
09:34 National Cinema Day earnings
11:29 Predictions for upcoming weekend box office
12:52 Summer box office
14:09 Warner Bros. release date changes, Q4 forecast
18:22 Animated LOTR
20:20 Equalizer 3 forecast
21:34 Ongoing strike’s effect on current film promotions
24:01 Connection to the original Equalizer
25:11 Focus on the human qualities of a normal guy
29:21 Changes in the storyline
30:44 Additional film in the franchise
31:54 Collective moviegoing experience

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In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle, Shawn Robbins, and Chad Kennerk discuss this weekend’s second annual National Cinema Day, predicting which films could see the biggest boost from the industry-wide celebration of moviegoing. Later in the episode, the trio runs down the fall slate, highlighting the potential big earners–and big question marks–on the calendar from now through the end of November. In our feature segment, Boxoffice Podcast co-host Daniel Loria speaks with Jeff Geiger of NCG Cinemas, receiving the Statesman of the Year Award at this year’s ShowSouth.

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The Cinema Foundation Announces Second Annual National Cinema Day on Sunday, August 27
Weekend Box Office: BLUE BEETLE Dethrones BARBIE
Precious Mettle: Director Guy Nattiv Brings the Iron Lady of Israel to the Big Screen in GOLDA

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:05 National Cinema Day
04:12 Upcoming weekend movies
05:07 Blue Beetles global debut
06:06 Box office top 5 spots
06:32 Golda
12:59 September film releases and predictions
18:02 The Creator, Dumb Money
19:51 October films run down
22:39 Holiday season film slate
26:04 What are you looking forward to watching?

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle recap the latest box office results and industry headlines for theatrical exhibition. In the feature segment, Daniel Loria interviews Angel Manuel Soto, the filmmaker behind Warner Bros.’ latest DC super hero adventure, Blue Beetle.

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Weekend Box Office: BARBIE Leads for Fourth Consecutive Frame
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Can BLUE BEETLE or STRAYS Dethrone BARBIE and OPPENHEIMER?

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:09 Meg 2: The Trench weekend debut
03:10 Barbie stay at #1 and other box office top performers
07:21 Q2 earnings call for AMC, Cineplex, Reading
15:06 Blue Beetle and Strays weekend debut
21:21 Charm City Kings on going streaming
27:21 Shot at the scale of an IMAX movie
30:16 The fictional city of Palmera City
34:39 Preparations, support, and execution
40:37 Favorite movie theater of all time

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle, Shawn Robbins, and Chad Kennerk discuss Q2 earnings call, Barbie still sitting in the number one spot, and August release list. In our feature segment, Daniel shares his interviews on the success of Angel Studio’s Sound of Freedom becoming the biggest summer surprise hit of 2023.

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B&B Theatres
Weekend Box Office: BARBIE Reaches $1B Global; MEG 2: THE TRENCH Chomps Second Place, TMNT MUTANT MAYHEM Finishes Fourth

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:07 B&B Theatres breaks box office records
03:28 Q2 earnings call update
06:01 Weekend box office numbers
11:11 August film releases and forecast
16:18 Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One box office performance
18:43 Angel Studio’s Sound of Freedom
25:22 The power of word of mouth
29:37 Risky and bold release date
32:09 Campaign put together to support the film
34:00 The Pay It Forward scheme
37:37 Pay It Forward implementation
40:14 Partnerships and community support
43:01 How to deal with problematic patrons

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss schedule changes from Sony, the ongoing success of Barbie and Oppenheimer, and the films trying to knock Barbie out of the #1 spot this weekend. In our feature segment, Rebecca speaks to Eileen Laval, whose ‘PaleFo’ initiative brings the magic of the movies to low-income areas without brick and mortar theaters.

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Weekend Box Office: BARBIE and OPPENHEIMER Earn #7 and #81 Sophomore Frames of All Time
Long Range Box Office Forecast: Can NINJA TURTLES, MEG 2, GRAN TURISMO, BLUE BEETLE, and STRAYS Carry August?
AMC Theatres Posts Best Admissions-Revenue Week in the Company’s 103 Year History

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:03 A new list of release date changes
04:35 AMC posted its best admissions revenue week
06:17 The of the weekend box office numbers
09:02 Two big movies coming out next weekend
11:17 What is the PaleFo cinema?
15:11 How it all started
18:50 The first screening
28:45 What about expansion?
36:44 How can people help?

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Barbie and Oppenheimer created the ultimate double-feature over their shared opening weekend, combining to deliver the highest-earning summer frame on record at the box office. On this week’s episode, Boxoffice Pro’s Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle go over the global box office highlights of the Barbenheimer phenomenon. In our feature segment, Rebecca interviews Royal Corp.’s George and Marianne Abiaad on their inspirational life story that made them a central part of the moviegoing experience for audiences across the nation.

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Weekend Box Office: BARBIE and OPPENHEIMER Combine for Fourth Highest-Earning Domestic Weekend of All-Time, Best Summer Weekend on Record
AMC Theatres and Cinemark Break Summer Weekend Records with BARBIE and OPPENHEIMER
Alamo Drafthouse President Michael Kustermann Promoted to CEO
AMC to Pivot Away from “Sightline at AMC” Variable Pricing Initiative
Royal Corporation

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:11 Big weekend for Barbie and Oppenheimer
02:18 Alamo Drafthouse will have a new CEO
04:16 AMC ends the controversial variable pricing initiative
07:45 Barbenheimer breaks several records
08:43 Barbie $344M worldwide opening weekend
15:22 The Barbenheimer phenomenon
19:11 Top 10 10 highest grossing theaters for Barbie
21:57 Oppenheimer $180.3M global box office gross
27:26 Barbenheimer compliments each other
31:50 Amazing immigration story of George and Marianne Abiaad
37:41 Seeing the exhibition industry as an extended family
39:03 White glove service and high customer interface

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This Week on The Boxoffice Podcast: Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle are joined by Russ Fischer and Chad Kennerk to go over the potential impact of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike on exhibition, the new leadership at Cineworld, and preview the opening weekend for Barbie and Oppenheimer. In the feature segment, Malco’s Larry Etter joins to share highlights from the NAC Expo in Memphis, bringing insights from the world of cinema F&B.

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Cinépolis Executive Eduardo Acuna Chosen as New Cineworld CEO

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:50 Proposed new executives at Cineworld
04:29 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike
17:39 Weekend box office numbers
22:20 Pay-it-forward paying scheme
27:36 Theater Camp opening weekend
29:35 National Association of Concessionaires 2023 convention
33:00 Alcohol and special drinks
36:24 Full service food and beverage in theaters
40:42 A different take on hand to mouth food
44:57 How has the architecture of the concession stand influenced consumer behaviors?

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast: Daniel Loria and Shawn Robbins provide an update on the box office forecast for Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part I’s opening weekend and go over the mid-year report on the domestic market. In the feature segment, Rebecca Pahle interviews Insidious: The Red Door star/director Patrick Wilson on the latest entry of the horror franchise—and his career as an exhibitor through Cinema Lab.

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Cinema Lab
Weekend Box Office: INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR Surprises at #1, Beating INDIANA JONES
Boxoffice Rewind: The Box Office History of the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE Franchise

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:21 Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One debuts
06:27 What worked in the first half of the year?
12:36 Movies that performed but were never expected to hit $200M plus
18:15 What hasn’t worked in the first half of the year?
22:48 End of the year forecast
26:07 Transitioning into film directing
30:15 What was your hometown theater growing up?
32:00 Seeing the film as the actor and as the director
34:05 Reframing the film for the big screen release
36:03 What other genres would you direct?
37:55 Joining the exhibition industry

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Russ Fischer look back on the box office history of the Mission: Impossible franchise. Daniel and Russ discuss the legacy of the franchise after nearly thirty years of entries reaching cinema screens around the world, leading up to the release of this summer’s Mission: Impossible- Dead Reckoning Part I.

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Santikos Entertainment
Santikos Theaters to Become 8th Largest Circuit in North America
Boxoffice Rewind: Tom Cruise at the Box Office

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:02 Santikos Entertainment expands
03:21 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny underperforms during its opening weekend
06:42 New movies opening next weekend
09:28 Mission Impossible, May 1996
36:29 Mission: Impossible 2, May 2000
46:02 Mission: Impossible III, May 2006
52:22 Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, December 2011
01:00:44 Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, July 2015
01:09:29 Mission: Impossible – Fallout, July 2018

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In our final episode of our CineEurope 2023 series, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle check in with Russ Fischer to get his parting thoughts from UNIC’s annual convention for the European exhibition industry. In the sponsored segment, Christie’s VP of Engineering David Kiers joins Rebecca Pahle in a conversation covering the cinema tech leader’s latest plans and priorities. And in our feature segment, Rebecca is joined by Crispin Lilly, the exhibition veteran who was recently named as Showcase Cinemas’ UK Managing Director.

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In our final episode of our CineEurope 2023 series, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle check in with Russ Fischer to get his parting thoughts from UNIC’s annual convention for the European exhibition industry. In the sponsored segment, Christie’s VP of Engineering David Kiers joins Rebecca Pahle in a conversation covering the cinema tech leader’s latest plans and priorities. And in our feature segment, Rebecca is joined by Crispin Lilly, the exhibition veteran who was recently named as Showcase Cinemas’ UK Managing Director.

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ICE Theaters
Christie

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:08 The Flash didn’t work?
04:34 Latest box office numbers
07:16 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny to face challenges
15:25 CineEurope 2023 recap
18:18 Piracy problems in Europe
26:06 Christie products and solutions
31:54 What is an integrated media block?
33:47 High frame rate movies evolution
35:56 Lessening the carbon footprint
37:48 Early years in the cinema industry
41:28 Reopening after the pandemic lookdown
45:53 What was your cinema growing up?
49:00 Why customer service is fundamental
51:49 Slow but steady market recovery

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On this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Boxoffice Pro Deputy Editor Rebecca Pahle runs down Disney’s latest batch of release date changes before speaking with Chief Analyst Shawn Robbins about the underperformance of The Flash and Elemental–and the good news that came out of last weekend’s box office. After a look ahead at this weekend’s potential grosses, we hear from Boxoffice Pro co-host Russ Fischer, live on the ground at CineEurope, to share his insights into the show as it progresses before speaking to Managing Director Guillaume Thomine Desmazures of ICE Theaters, an immersive screening format that’s wowed audiences in an array of global markets. Finally, Pahle speaks with Asger Flygare Bech-Thomsen of Nordisk Film Cinemas, CineEurope’s 2023 International Exhibitor of the Year.

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CineEurope International Exhibitor of the Year: Nordisk Film Cinemas
Weekend Box Office: THE FLASH ($55.1M), ELEMENTAL ($29.5M), THE BLACKENING ($6.0M) All Open Below Lowest Projections

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:49 MCU and Avatar films release has been pushed back
04:09 What went wrong for The Flash
06:10 Two more films from the DCEU extended universe
07:45 Elemental, The Flash underperforms
12:12 No Hard Feelings predictions
14:36 Local cinema, local output
17:10 Controversies in the European exhibition
22:24 Updates from CineEurope 2023
23:33 What is ICE Theaters?
26:18 80 screens worldwide
27:13 Titles that overperformed
29:02 PLF strategies
31:47 Nordisk Film Cinemas recovery process
34:23 Local titles are big
36:37 Supply and demand in the industry
40:43 Recliner seats
45:47 Sustainability efforts

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, sponsored by ICE Theaters and Christie, Rebecca Pahle, Jesse Rifkin, and Shawn Robbins offer box office predictions for a crowded upcoming weekend, which sees The Flash, Pixar’s Elemental, and horror comedy The Blackening all hitting the big screen in wide release, along with Wes Anderson's Asteroid City. In our feature segment, Rebecca speaks with Laura Houlgatte and Phil Clapp of UNIC to provide an overview on the European cinema sector and an advance look at some of the topics being discussed at this year’s edition of CineEurope, starting this Monday, June 19.

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Weekend Box Office: TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS Leads, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Surpasses 2018 Predecessor

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:24 Transformers: Rise of the Beasts debut numbers
06:06 Weekend release slate
09:13 Pixar’s box office performance the past years
11:46 Predictions for Flash and Elemental
15:05 Preview of the summer films slate
18:12 Admission statistics for the European cinema
23:27 National Cinema Day in UK and Ireland
27:02 National Cinema Day in EU
29:25 Increasing regulation and legislation
33:06 Sustainability and resources
34:12 Major topics to be discussed in CineEurope

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle and Jesse Rifkin break down the opening weekend of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse–and what word of mouth could mean for holdover potential, as this weekend the superhero sequel is up against new release Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. In the feature segment, co-host Daniel Loria is joined by Romeo Duchene and Russ Fischer in a look back at the impact of the Transformers franchise.

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AMC Theatres On Demand Taps Fandango’s Vudu as Official Streaming Destination
Weekend Box Office: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Spins a $120.5M Domestic Weekend, $208.6M Global Launch
SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Co-Director Kemp Powers on Miles Morales’ Inter-dimensional Journey

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:59 Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse opening weekend
06:10 Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ upcoming release
09:07 Describe the Transformers franchise
12:24 Hasboro adaptations
16:56 July 2007 - Transformers
40:17 June 2009 - Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
52:41 June 2011 - Transformers: Dark of the Moon
01:01:53 June 2014 - Transformers: Age of Extinction
01:14:10 June 2017 - Transformers: The Last Knight
01:25:11 December 2018 - Bumblebee

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebcca Pahle, and Jesse Rifkin cover the Thanksgiving box office numbers. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to NCG Cinemas CEO Jeff Geiger about NCG’s roots and origins, and strategy of incorporating modern concepts into their theaters.

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Fathom Events
NCG

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
04:15 The Amazon Studios deal?
07:51 Box office numbers for Thanksgiving weekend
12:53 Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery release numbers
18:26 From bowling business to movie theaters
20:53 Family business through the years
24:16 Modern concepts
27:11 Good content + good marketing
28:36 What about alternative content?
30:06 Staying competitive in digital content
31:33 Educating customers of change
34:29 Movie theater pricing
36:10 Getting back to pre-COVID numbers

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Shawn Robbins discuss the latest box office numbers and the latest executive changes over at Disney. In the feature segment, Russ Fischer joins Daniel to talk about the long history of films directed by Steven Spielberg.

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Fathom Events

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:15 Thanksgiving weekend movies
03:09 What can we expect from The Fabelmans?
04:38 Two new titles this week
06:58 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in week three
10:22 Executive shakeup at Disney
14:48 Fathom Events on screening The Chosen’s S3 episode 1&2
18:10 West Side Story
22:48 Jaws
34:29 Close Encounters
41:46 Indiana Jones movies
45:28 Empire of the Sun
53:01 Saving Private Ryan
57:17 Minority Report, Catch Me If You Can
01:04:01 War of the Worlds, Munich
01:09:33 Bridge of Spies
01:14:06 Ready Player One
01:16:38 The Fabelmans

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins cover Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’s box office numbers for its weekend debut. In the feature segment, Daniel interviews Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Events on the box office success of their 2022 offerings as well as plans to distribute more content internationally.

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Fathom Events

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:55 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever opening weekend
10:03 What helps drive concession sales?
12:16 The Fabelmans premiere
16:15 Fathom Events: just about to double last year’s revenue
18:08 Taking content internationally
19:39 Future plans for more growth opportunities
22:32 Quality content plays a huge role
24:25 The business model that works
26:16 Current event programs
29:52 The future of events cinemas

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss Cinemark’s Q3 earnings call and the latest box office numbers with Black Adam staying in the top spot on its 3rd week. In the feature segment, Daniel interviews Mark Mylod on his upcoming film The Menu.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:50 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever forecast
04:03 Black Adam stays at #1 spot on its 3rd week
05:54 Daniel Radcliffe’s Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
08:40 Cinemark’s Q3 report
10:21 Favorite movie theater candy
12:14 AMC ‘s $5 discount promotion
14:16 AMC partners with Zoom to create Zoom rooms
18:11 The Menu
23:22 Adding an Altman touch
26:45 Challenges of putting all characters together for 2 hours
30:34 Coming up with an original idea
33:17 Movie theaters you frequent
34:39 Expectations for The Menu

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins deliver box office forecasts for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Avatar: The Way of Water and the top films on the weekend release of Black Adam. In the feature segment, Rebecca interviews executives from NYC documentary mainstay DCTV on their new Firehouse Cinema.

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DCTV Firehouse Cinema

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:11 Weekend box office’s top 10
04:43 Wakanda Forever forecast
06:39 New films with a breakthrough potential
09:13 Avatar: The Way of Water forecast
11:41 What kinds of movies are we missing?
13:34 AMC to upgrade their laser projection
16:09 DCTV’s The Firehouse Cinema
17:54 Conception and completion took 20 years
24:39 Finding balance between meeting community needs and company resources
30:01 How do you approach inclusive curation?
33:29 We are a community center
35:04 Plans for the first year of operations
38:31 Enhancing the education and enhancing capacity

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Rebecca Pahle, Shawn Robbins, and Jesse Rifkin recap the opening weekend success — and second weekend holdover potential — of Ticket to Paradise and Black Adam. In the feature segment, Rebecca interviews CEO Anthony LaVerde on Emagine Entertainment’s century-old Biringham 8 Theatre, which has been transformed into a haunted walkthrough experience for the month of October.

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Michigan’s Emagine Birmingham 8 Theatre Transforms Into Haunted House for October
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Black Adam and Ticket to Paradise Look to Rejuvenate Fall Box Office

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:27 Ted Sarandos on Netflix investor interview
03:44 Yellowstone season premiere coming to theaters
05:07 Weekend box office numbers
08:03 Box office forecast
11:43 Turning one location into a full Halloween attraction
18:57 Haunted theater F&B
19:31 Staffing, training, and operation
22:14 Customer reactions

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins share updates on the latest batch of release date changes affecting the MCU and discuss the box office potential of new releases Black Adam and Ticket to Paradise. Later in the episode, host Daniel Loria provides an update on the conversations taking place at ShowEast; in our feature segment, Loria interviews NATO Chairman Rolando Rodriguez, being honored with the show's Dan Fellman Show “E” Award.

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Weekend Box Office Forecast: Will the Finale Factor Help Halloween Ends Best Predecessor’s Hybrid Opening One Year Ago?
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Black Adam and Ticket to Paradise Look to Rejuvenate Fall Box Office

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:09 MCU’s release date shake ups
04:21 Prediction for Halloween Ends’ second week
06:36 Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam
09:52 Ticket to Paradise performance
13:05 Industry revenue drops this year
15:18 Sufficient and uninterrupted theatrical releases
17:35 Cinema’s working with streamers
20:11 Theatrical release of Wakanda Forever in France
20:59 Viral marketing
23:44 TikTok to integrate showtime and digital ticketing in stories
24:44 The success of National Cinema Day
29:15 The most iconic visit to a movie theater
31:18 Working at a theater in a new country
34:12 Years of experience as an executive
40:20 Making exhibition more inclusive in the executive ranks
44:47 Calls to action within the team
46:54 Never lost trust in the industry even with the pandemic

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria discuss horror movies’ near-monopoly on the current domestic box office before turning to discussion of Netflix’s Glass Onion, which will be getting theatrical exclusivity before making its streaming debut. Also in the news this week: NATO Executive Director and CEO is set to retire from the trade group in May of 2023. In the feature segment, Rebecca interviews Cameron Mitchell - Executive Director, National Association of Cinema Operators (NACO) - with regards to the status of the Australian and Middle Eastern theatrical markets.

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AMC Reaches Agreement with Netflix, Will Play Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery at Select US and European Locations
Disney Announces Release Schedule Updates: Blade, Deadpool 3, Fantastic Four, Avengers: Secret Wars, & More

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:01 It’s time for horror films
07:59 Netflix films getting theatrical release
14:09 Black Panther not releasing in France?
15:45 Halloween Ends
23:19 Australian content
25:18 Government support during the pandemic
27:17 Loyalty programs and premium cinema experience
31:16 International content is becoming popular
32:59 The Middle East market

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Rebecca Pahle and Jesse Rifkin discuss potential second-weekend holds for overperformer Smile and underperformer Bros, as well as this weekend’s release of the first major family movie since July. The feature is an excerpt from a Geneva Convention panel, moderated by Pahle, at last week’s Geneva Convention. In that panel, Jackie Brennan (NATO, The Cinema Foundation), Valerie Alexander (author/keynote speaker), and Stacy Babl (Marcus Theatres) discuss the changing realities of how to attract and retain employees in the cinema space.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:04 Update on Cineplex and Cineworld
03:20 Latest box office numbers
10:14 Next weekend title releases
13:32 Is recent staffing difficulty going away soon?
14:43 Dealing with Gen Z applicants
16:56 Hiring and retention process since the pandemic
22:27 Sponsorship versus mentorship
29:42 Implementing changes in the industries
33:08 Keeping employees engaged

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer and Rebecca Pahle discuss the holdover potential of Don’t Worry Darling and what the demographics of Avatar’s 2022 re-release may indicate about its December sequel.. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca talk to ICA Chairman Bill Campbell, Founding President Byron Berkeley, and ICA Director Joel Davis about the origin of the Cinema Buying Group and how it helped independent theaters survive the transition to digital projection.

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Premiere Cinemas
Cinema Buying Alliance

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:30 Weekend box office numbers
09:53 Movie releases this weekend
16:07 What is the Cinema Buying Group?
22:44 Going digital poses a threat to small theaters
24:29 Premiere Cinemas joins CBG
27:07 Current plans and programs

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the last week’s film releases date changes and the strong holdover potential for The Woman King and Barbarian. For the Vendor Segment, Daniel talks to Michael Giacinto, Director of Sales at Proctor Companies, about how the company’s visions are providing better service in the concessions space.

In the Indie Focus feature, Daniel moderates a panel discussion pulled from Boxoffice Pro’s recent webinar on the state of dine-in cinemas. Jerry Rakfeldt of Spotlight Cinema Networks introduces.

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Proctor Companies
Dine In Cinema Summit

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:57 What did you watch this week?
06:52 Expectations for Avatar re-release
09:22 Upcoming titles for the Halloween season
13:48 Return of the original Karate Kid franchise
15:10 Next installment of the Searching franchise
16:00 Some schedule shift
23:56 Innovations in theater concessions
25:19 Bars in theaters are money makers
26:54 Dine-in models
31:04 Macro overview of the dine-in space
32:29 Tackling supply chain issues
33:42 Most recent trends
35:58 The the Dine-In Cinema Summit
38:00 Ensuring that dine-in stays a luxury experience
39:46 A lot focus is on content
41:19 Flexible operations matter
43:45 Giving local teams freedom and flexibility
45:13 Special-themed menu items
46:38 The content is always the main feature
48:20 What would you change?

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Russ Fischer discuss Cineworld's Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Disney’s new film announcements, and the highlights for the fall festival season. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Brandon Jones (FILMFROG Marketing) and Rich Daughtridge (ICA President) about the preparations, strategies, and goals for Cinema Week on October 7-13, 2022.

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Disney Announces New Films, Debuts Trailers and Footage at D23 Convention
Cinema Week 2022

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:30 Cineworld files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
04:46 Amazon and Apple going into the movie ticket business?
08:25 Disney announces new movie titles
15:39 What to expect from the upcoming festival season
20:49 More titles for the festival season
36:22 Cinema Week
38:45 How is Cinema Week different?
41:06 Cinema Week theme: Cinema Connects Us
45:32 Unlimited popcorn?

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the recently concluded National Cinema Day and the box office forecast for big title releases this year. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Roberto Quintero, the organizer of CineShow Mexico - an event that brings together independent exhibitors and alternative theaters from Mexico and Latin America - to help address the challenges faced by exhibitors during the pandemic, and now into its recovery phase.

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National Cinema Day
CineShow Mexico
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Barbarian and Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:32 National Cinema Day
06:57 Movie Pass is back!
08:07 Box office weekend numbers
13:40 Forecast for Q3
15:13 Delay in release of new films
16:49 What’s the next hundred million opener?
17:40 Cinema recovery in Mexico
20:22 CineShow Mexico
22:47 History of movie theaters in Puebla, Mexico
25:35 Struggles during the pandemic
29:34 Concessions in Mexico
31:15 Priorities in the Mexican exhibition
35:00 Expectations for the Mexican exhibition in 2023
36:48 CineShow Mexico is a celebration

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle deliver the latest news in the box office including new film schedule lineup, the return of Movie Pass, and several chief executive announcements from a few exhibitors. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to UK Cinema Association’s Phil Clapp and NATO’s Jackie Brenneman to discuss the upcoming National Cinema Day 2022, an all films, all screens, all day event on September 3, 2022.

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National Cinema Day
National Cinema Day Brings $3 Tickets to US Movie Theaters on September 3
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Top Gun: Maverick Chases More History, Spider-Man: No Way Home and Jaws Court Moviegoers for Slow Labor Day Frame
National Cinema Day Coming to the UK on September 3 with £3 Tickets for All Films at Participating Theaters
The Moviegoer’s Guide to Austin, Texas

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:34 Trade show sold out
04:51 Halloween Ends will go day-and-date
05:47 New films schedule changes
09:06 Movie Pass is coming back
11:19 New chief executive announcements
13:40 National Cinema Day 2022
18:42 NATO and UKCA working together
19:35 The National Cinema Day initiative
23:24 What’s in it for the moviegoers?
26:27 Exhibitors joining the event
28:14 Cinemas knows their audience best
31:06 Titles audiences can watch during the event

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk pitch in the numbers of the Q2 earnings call while Daniel, Rebecca, and Jesse Rifkin discuss the weekend’s box office numbers with Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero taking the top spot. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Jeff and Jamie Benson of Cinergy Entertainment about the theater’s history and present marketing strategies.

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Cinergy Entertainment
CinéShow 2022: Visionary Award – Jeff & Jamie Benson, Cinergy Entertainment

What to Listen ForSynergy Entertainment

00:00 Intro
02:20 Welcome to the podcast, Chad!
03:56 2022 Q2 earnings call
14:27 Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero grabs top 1 spot
17:37 Amsterdam gets a new release date
19:21 How it started for Cinergy Entertainment
27:00 Learning from the ground up
29:35 Second phase in exhibition
32:47 Keeping things fresh and entertaining

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle provide insights on the Q2 earnings highlights and the premiere of Prey on Hulu. In the Indie Focus feature segment, Rebecca interviews Cinema Village owner Nicolas Nicolaou about his journey in the neighborhood cinema, working tirelessly to keep his cinemas operational even after the pandemic.

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Spotlight Cinema Networks
Cinema Village
Alpine Cinema
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Beast and Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Aim to Prop Up Another Slow August Frame

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:20 Prey premieres on Hulu
04:15 One new opener in the box office this weekend
05:42 Netflix’s top 10 from the first week of August
08:11 Two new releases next weekend
10:33 Cineworld and IMAX expand their partnership
12:20 Cinépolis to upgrade all its movie theaters
13:44 Emagine Entertainment partners with a live events company
18:08 What drew you to the neighborhood theaters?
22:31 We lost a lot of neighborhood theaters
28:54 Doing renovations on Alpine Cinema
31:29 Future plans for the three cinemas

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle present the Boxoffice Rewind, a new segment where they take us back to the top 10 highest grossing movies of 2009 with Avatar taking the number one spot.

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Weekend Box Office: Bullet Train Arrives at $30M in Domestic Debut

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:49 Discovery and WarnerMedia merger
10:44 #10: Robert Downey Jr.’s Sherlock Holmes
12:49 #9: Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
14:03 #8: The Blindside
18:32 #7: Star Trek
29:10 #6: The Hangover
32:21 #5: Up
34:28 #4: The Twilight Saga: New Moon
38:59 #3: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
41:52 #2: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
44:35 Movies that didn’t hit the top 10
48:47 #1: Avatar

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle provide highlights of the weekend box office, including the debut numbers of DC League of Super-Pets and Nope’s second-weekend holdover; the potential of this weekend’s upcoming films, Bullet Train and Easter Sunday, is also dissected. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks to entertainment executives Melanie Valera and Jeff Wilk, both of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation affiliate Film Row, about that group’s efforts to mold new industry leaders.

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Film Row

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:44 Two movies opening this weekend
06:44 DC League of Super-Pets opens to $23M
09:17 Top 10 chain location with highest ticket sales
11:39 Weekend top 5
14:32 Bullet Train expectations
21:25 How did you get started with Film Row?
25:01 Getting perspective from industry veterans
31:10 Launching the program before the pandemic
35:39 It started with a blank canvas

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss Nope’s opening weekend and Marvel’s new movie late at the ComicCon. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca talk to Byron Berkley, President of Theatre Owners of Mid-America and Diane Feffer, CinéShow's Managing Director, about what the participants can expect during the 2-day event.

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CinéShow
ICA Partners with CineShow for 24th Annual Conference

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:29 Marcus won’t open on new locations with no liquor license
04:21 Nope opens to $44M domestically
11:27 DC League of Super-Pets to debut this weekend
13:27 Marvel announces new releases at ComicCon
23:11 Upcoming Warner Bros. releases
24:02 Warner Bros. has gone through a buyout
30:02 CineShow in Dallas
35:01 Expectations for the CineShow
37:39 4 Star Cinema survives the pandemic
40:08 Exhibition needs diversity of content
42:09 There is something for everyone

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins chat about Jordan Peele’s mystery box movie Nope. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca are joined by Malco’s Larry Etter to discuss the growing market of food and beverage in theaters and the upcoming NAC Expo.

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National Association of Concessionaires (NAC)
Malco Theatres
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Jordan Peele’s Nope

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:37 Jordan Peele’s new horror film, Nope
04:43 What was the opening weekend of Get Out like?
07:39 A look back at Get Out and Us
09:04 Is a mystery box movie sustainable?
13:35 Trends in foods and beverage
15:58 Cinemas scaling their menus
17:55 Can’t find these things in cinemas right now
19:54 Theater food service continues to compete with neighboring restaurants
21:36 The key role alcoholic beverages plays
24:17 F&B concession prices
27:58 The NAC Concession & Hospitality Expo
31:23 F&B on cinema revenue growth

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Jesse Rifkin cover Thor: Love and Thunder’s opening weekend as well as the latest box office numbers, including Minions: Rise of Gru significantly dropping on its second week.

In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation (WRMPPF) Executive Director, Christina Blumer, about the organization’s latest activities to continuously help the industry including an upcoming major event - the Pioneer of the Year Dinner.

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Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation
Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation Promotes Christina Blumer to Executive Director

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:09 Thor: Love and Thunder opens at $302M globally
03:37 Minions: Rise of Gru drops in its second week
05:16 2022 box office numbers are getting better by the week
08:00 What’s going on for Disney?
09:09 Big release schedule changes
15:32 When did you first join Will Rogers?
16:26 Traditional Walk with Will
19:51 Will Rogers Foundation operates 3 distinct program
25:10 Years spent working for the charity
27:16 The Pioneer of the Year Dinner
30:19 Continue serving the people in the industry

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins cover the latest box office numbers with Minions: The Rise of Gru opening at $125M and predictions for Thor: Love and Thunder’s weekend release. Next, Russ Fischer joins Daniel and Rebecca to talk about where MCU is heading after the Avengers: Endgame. In the feature segment, April Wright, director of Back to the Drive-In documentary shares the resiliency of drive-in owners and how the industry is fighting to stay open.

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Weekend Box Office: Minions: The Rise of Gru Earns Best Animated Opening of Pandemic Era
The Biggest Movies Coming to Theaters in July 2022

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:05 Cinépolis USA announces the first IMAX dine-in cinema
04:32 Minions: The Rise of Gru opens to $125M
06:52 What can we expect from Minions: The Rise of Gru
09:00 Thor: Love and Thunder opens this weekend
10:51 What to expect in the coming months
12:06 Box office predictions after summer
13:47 Where does MCU stand right now?
19:00 Did Disney peak with Avengers Endgame?
24:10 What films can appeal to audiences this summer?
25:30 April Wright on Back to the Drive-In documentary
27:07 Why do a documentary on drive-ins?
30:55 The drive-in culture is going to stay
32:55 The first drive-in opened on June 6, 1933
35:35 How to get in touch with April Wright
37:51 Drive-in owners remain resilient

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Rebecca Pahle and Jesse Rifkin discuss a photo-finish for the top spot at the box office between Warner Bros.' Elvis and Paramount's Top Gun: Maverick. In our final dispatch from CineEurope, Daniel Loria is joined by Celluloid Junkie's Sperling Reich to cover the convention's main themes and trends. And in the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Guillaume Thomine Desmazures of ICE Theaters and Renaud Palliere, CEO of India's PVR Cinemas-The Luxury Collection, to chat about the Indian exhibitor's approach to premium formats.

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Showbiz Sandbox Podcast
ICE Theaters
Apex Order Pickup Solutions
ICE Theaters Announces Launch in India with PVR Cinemas Partnership

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:01 Paramount and Warner Bros. released studio estimates for Top Gun: Maverick and Elvis
06:26 Box office top 5
11:01 Premiumization of cinemas
15:58 Marketing of higher ticket prices
23:08 Now, it’s selling tickets to your theater
26:09 PVR Cinemas signing a deal with ICE Theaters
27:07 The PVR network of theaters in India
29:42 Diversification of premium formats
31:24 ICE Theater format combined with Bollywood content

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend’s box office numbers and Lightyear’s debut gross, followed by Daniel chatting with Merrick Edwards of Apex Order Pickup Solutions about the smart food locker technology providing smart solutions to institutions providing delivery service. In the feature segment, Daniel interviews UNIC’s Laura Houlgatte and Phil Clapp about the state of the European market while recovery and the possible future for theatrical exclusivity.

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UNIC
ICE Theaters
Apex Order Pickup Solutions

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:03 Disney Pixar’s Lightyear opens to $50.5M
06:22 Box office weekend numbers
08:43 Pre-pandemic growth of the European market
17:39 The impact of streaming
23:09 If you need to charge more, make the experience worth it
25:26 Staffing and workforce
31:39 What is Apex?
32:42 What makes a smart food locker unique?
36:05 Great solution for delivery service
41:22 The state of the market in Europe
43:52 Cinemas are back in strength
47:01 The challenges in production of domestic markets
48:54 Status of theatrical exclusivity in Europe

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Romeo Duchene provide insights on Jurassic World Dominion’s domestic and overseas box office numbers on its opening weekend. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks with Vue International’s former COO and current Group MD & Deputy CEO, Steve Knibbs, to discuss the recovery status of exhibition in the UK and the company’s efforts to convince more moviegoers to come and visit the cinemas again.

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Vue International
ICE Theaters
Apex Order Pickup Solutions

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:00 Strange World is no longer available for French cinemas
04:07 Netflix signed a 15-month exclusivity deal
09:38 Jurassic World Dominion opens at $143.3 in North America
11:50 Jurassic World Dominion is popular among family viewers
15:05 Jurassic World Dominion opens in 15 markets overseas
20:56 Getting introduced to film exhibition
27:57 Introducing the multiplex model in the UK
30:59 Recovery period is at a much better phase now
34:56 Areas Vue is investing in to maintain steady stream of moviegoers

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Shawn Robbins provide a forecast for Jurassic World Dominion’s weekend debut and Top Gun: Maverick’s record breaking box office numbers. In the feature segment, Russ and Daniel bring us back into memory lane as they go through Jurassic Park’s film evolution throughout the years.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:22 Top Gun: Maverick gains $90M in its second weekend
06:53 Third week forecast for Top Gun: Maverick
08:11 Jurassic World Dominion weekend debut
16:30 June 1993, Jurassic Park
22:12 The visual logo
31:17 May 1997, The Lost World: Jurassic Park
37:43 July 2001, Jurassic Park 3
46:19 June 2015, Jurassic World
52:30 June 2018, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Romeo Duchene discuss the overwhelming success at the box office of Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick. In the feature segment, Rebecca chats with filmmakers that are part of the NATO Young Filmmaker Program about NATO’s mission to continuously connect with all filmmakers in the industry.

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AMC Theatres Celebrates Top Gun: Maverick‘s Record-Breaking Memorial Day Weekend

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:33 Top Gun: Maverick brought back a lot of moviegoers
12:27 The 2-year wait was well worth it
15:49 Overseas forecast for Jurassic World Dominion
19:48 NATO Young Filmmaker Program
22:18 Freedom in a visual medium
24:55 Do you remember the first movie you saw in a theater?
30:15 What is the future for these films?
33:28 What's your CinemaCon experience like?

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins provide their final box office forecast for Top Gun: Maverick’s opening weekend. In the feature segment, we take a stroll into Tom Cruise’s box office history, looking back on his star persona and his films’ box office performance throughout the years.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:13 Forecast for Top Gun: Maverick opening weekend
15:08 1981, Taps, first major role
17:50 1983, Risky Business
18:38 1985, Legend
20:27 1986, Top Gun, The Color of Money
25:32 1988, Cocktail, Rain Man
27:50 1989, Born on the Fourth of July
31:22 1990, Days of Thunder
32:24 1993, The Firm
33:49 1994, Interview with a Vampire
35:14 1996, Mission: Impossible
40:00 1999, Eyes Wide Shut, Magnolia
47:01 2000, Mission: Impossible 2
50:58 Collaboration with Spielberg, Minority Report, War of the Worlds
52:02 2004, Collateral
54:32 2006, Mission: Impossible III
56:54 2007 Lions For Lambs
59:26 2008, Valkyrie
01:02:47 2011, Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol
01:04:17 2012, Jack Reacher
01:08:09 Dark Universe
01:11:53 2017, American Made
01:12:38 2018, Mission: Impossible Fallout

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle share insights from the quarterly earnings call of the top five cinema chains in North America before assessing the box office potential of Downton Abbey: A New Age. In the feature segment, Prospector Theatre’s Executive Director Mike Santini talks to Daniel about the company’s mission of providing stable employment for adults with disabilities.

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Prospector Theatre
Gourmet Popcorn

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:59 On the recent Top 5 US chains earnings call
13:52 Let’s talk about Downton Abbey 2
20:23 The Prospector Theatre’s mission
21:43 Opening more jobs for adults with disabilities
24:16 There needs to be more work spaces for adults with disabilities
27:51 Integrating accessibility to an engaged community
32:01 Aiming to be the best theater
35:17 Regrouping during the height of the pandemic
41:05 Reach out to Prospector to learn about their business model

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Russ Fischer and Rebecca Pahle discuss the box office success of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and what the film indicates about the future of the MCU. In the INDIE FOCUS feature, Rebecca speaks with Moisés Esparza, the Exhibitions Manager at Digital Gym Cinema, to talk about how the company is progressing in reopening their theater in a different location, the challenges of attracting moviegoers in the new location, and why moviegoing should be a community experience.

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Digital Gym CINEMA
Spotlight Cinema Networks

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:12 Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness meets box office expectations
14:35 What’s the next MCU movie slate?
18:34 Watching films as a community
22:23 Reopening at a new location
26:42 Why is the community aspect so important?
33:24 Partnership with Spotlight

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On this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria and Shawn Robbins look at the latest opening weekend forecast for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Can the new Marvel movie cross the $200 million mark over its domestic debut in theaters? The hosts also look ahead to the latest tracking figures for Memorial Day weekend, where Top Gun: Maverick will open alongside The Bob’s Burgers Movie to kick off the summer box office. The world premiere of Top Gun: Maverick has exhibitors raving about the movie—but can the film connect with a younger generation of moviegoers?

In the feature segment, Daniel speaks with Ross Melnick, professor of film and media studies at the University of California at Santa Barbara. Melnick’s new book, “Hollywood’s Embassies: How Movie Theaters Projected American Power Around the World,” looks at how the American conception of the movie theater was exported around the world. In a wide-ranging conversation going over 90 years of theatrical exhibition history, Loria and Melnick draw parallels between film history and today’s multinational expansion of the movie theater business.

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Cinema Treasures

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
04:08 Doctor Strange domestic opening forecast
12:29 Cinema Treasures
15:18 It happened in about a 15-year period
19:15 MGM and Paramount building cinemas overseas
26:24 The export of the American concept of a movie theater
35:44 Decline in building the massive movie houses
41:04 The perception of privatized spaces

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On the final episode of The Boxoffice Podcast’s Daily CinemaCon edition, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins are joined by Boxoffice CEO Julien Marcel in discussing their reactions to the last two studio presentations at this year’s event. Paramount’s world premiere screening of Top Gun: Maverick thrilled exhibitors in attendance and capped off an eventful week at the cinema industry’s most important convention. The hosts also discuss Lionsgate’s presentation, which balanced original titles with established franchises.

In our vendor profile, Daniel reconnects with Guillaume Thomine Desmazures of Ice Theaters to catch up on all the action from the CinemaCon trade show. And in our feature segment, we bring you highlights of the CinemaCon panel session on hiring and staff retention, moderated by NATO’s Jackie Brenneman and featuring insights from B&B Theatres’ Brittanie Bagby Baker, Warner Bros.’ Scott Forman, Paramount’s Pat Gonzalez, and Look Cinemas’

Brian Schultz.

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On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins cover the major titles announced at Disney and Universal’s studio presentations.

Disney kicked off the day’s festivities with extended looks at Marvel’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Pixar’s Lightyear. The presentation ended with an exclusive look at one of the year’s most anticipated films, James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water. but can the film’s release in digital 3D reignite business for the format?

In Universal’s presentation, we caught advance looks at a multitude of upcoming titles—including Jordan Peele’s No, Jurassic World: Dominion, and Minions. The hosts cover all the films showcased at the presentation and delve into their box office prospects moving forward.

Today’s feature interview segment brings highlights from a CinemaCon panel discussion on exhibitor marketing. Hear from Alicia Cook (AMC Theatres), Rich Daughtridge (Warehouse Cinemas), Ben Deighton (Reading Cinemas), and Annelise Holyoak (Cinépolis USA) as they go over the different approaches they’ve adopted in re-engaging moviegoers emerging from the pandemic.

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On today’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins go over Tuesday’s events at CinemaCon 2022. The day began with NATO’s John Fithian pronouncing the end of simultaneous releases as a serious business model during his State of the Industry address. Fithian cited overwhelming piracy concerns as the reason for its demise—at least when it comes to major titles on the release schedule. The hosts break down that statement in relation to the releases showcased during the day’s studio presentations. Neon followed the State of the Industry session with a showcase of three titles, including David Cronenberg’s highly-anticipated return to the body horror genre. Warner Bros. capped off the day with its own presentation, showcasing a number of original titles and its roster of upcoming DC Comics movies. Early footage from The Flash wowed the CinemaCon crowd, while personal appearances from Baz Luhrman and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson kept the event lively.

In our feature segment, Daniel interviews Cinemark CEO Sean Gamble on the value of an exclusive theatrical window. The Cinemark executive speaks on why he believes exclusivity won’t act as a deterrent for cinemas to work with streamers—his circuit already has a working relationship with Netflix—and why cinema’s future will involve a greater variety of programming.

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CinemaCon 2022 is underway as hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins recap a full day of panels and presentations from Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Daniel and Rebecca go over the morning’s panel sessions from international day, including insights from leading global executives and Dune director Denis Villeneuve. Programming was a major topic during the opening day of CinemaCon, with exhibitors discussing the challenges of engaging with moviegoers beyond studio tentpoles. Shawn joins the conversation to recap Sony’s slate presentation, where the studio unveiled early looks at upcoming titles like Bullet Train, The Woman King, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Today’s feature segment welcomes Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob, recipient of the 2022 NATO Marquee Award. Rebecca interviews the head of Canada’s largest circuit to delve into the chain’s diversified strategy as an entertainment destination for Canadian audiences—and how they’ve overcome the challenges of the pandemic.

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On today’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast’s Daily CinemaCon Edition Presented by ICE Theaters, hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins go over their expectations for this year’s event. The trio discusses the movies they hope to see previewed at the studio presentations and the trends they’ll be looking out for at the trade show floor.

Today’s vendor profile segment brings The Boxoffice Company’s Marine Suttle to discuss how ecommerce has shaped the moviegoing experience since audiences returned from the pandemic. And in today’s feature interview, NATO’s John Fithian and MPA’s Charlie Rivkin join Daniel and Rebecca to share their priorities as the cinema industry continues to move forward on the road to recovery.

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle cover the latest box office numbers with Sonic 2 still exceeding industry expectations while Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is off to a so-so start.

In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca talk to Guillaume Thomine Desmazures, ICE Theaters SVP for Sales and Strategy about how the immersive technology has successfully enhanced the moviegoing experience as more and more people don’t mind the pricing difference. They end the episode with a preview CinemaCon 2022 daily podcast schedule happening next week.

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ICE Theaters

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
05:41 AMC Theaters buying more locations
07:14 New title releases
09:05 Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore opens to $43M
10:33 Halfway between niche and moderate title coming out
12:43 Movies making it at the top 5
18:43 What is ICE Theaters?
20:53 ICE Theaters technology in CinemaCon 2022
22:37 Introducing the PLF concept to the public
25:45 Offer people more than what they had during the pandemic
28:03 The perfect balance that brings action on screens
32:02 Preview of next week’s daily CinemaCon podcast

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about the Sonic the Hedgehog 2’s box office numbers on its opening weekend, the performance of the the Fantastic Beasts series as part of the Harry Potter franchise, and the wide release of Everything Everywhere All at Once.

In the feature segment, Daniel talks to CEO Luis Olloqui and Sr. National Director Annelise Holyoak of Marketing & Loyalty at Cinépolis USA about the chain’s focus in providing unique and unforgettable viewing and dining experience for all moviegoers.

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Episode Resources:

Cinépolis USA
Paramount to Screen Top Gun: Maverick at CinemaCon 2022

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:13 Top Gun Maverick screening at CINEMACON
04:26 Forecast for the latest mega franchise films
07:21 The Fantastic Beasts series
16:36 Opening weekend numbers for Sonic the Hedgehog 2
20:30 Morbius dropped on its second week
23:31 Wide release of Everything Everywhere All at Once
28:46 How has the exhibition recovered so far?
32:03 Competing in a competitive niche
38:24 Currently focused on food and beverage
42:34 How has the dine-in cinemas changed since the pandemic?
44:34 Events cinemas are great alternatives
50:07 Invested in the theater’s new look

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the performance of Morbius in its limited screening debut and the expectations for Sonic the Hedgehog 2.

In the feature segment, Russ, Daniel, and Rebecca bring us to memory as they go back to the first film adaptation of a video game, Super Mario Brothers. They discuss how these adaptations evolved over the years and the kind reception the viewing audience had for each film.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:19 Updates on recent mergers and acquisitions
04:06 Expectations for Sonic the Hedgehog 2
09:44 Box office numbers for Morbius
12:15 May 28th, 1993, Super Mario Brothers comes out from Disney
25:41 Christmas weekend in 1994, Street Fighter came out
31:19 Next is Mortal Kombat
36:44 June 15th, 2001 - Lara Croft Tomb Raider
40:49 July 2001 - Final Fantasy
41:24 March 15th, 2002 - Resident Evil
46:28 July 25th, 2003 - Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Cradle of Life
51:40 2016’s Warcraft movie
55:58 December, 2016 - Assassin’s Creed
59:03 Another wave of video game adaptation

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about the latest box office numbers, the 3-hour literary adaptation, Drive My Car’s performance, and predictions for the upcoming release of Morbius.

In the feature segment, we get to listen to Emagine Entertainment CEO Anthony Laverde, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema founder Tim League, and CEO Bob Bagby of the B&B Theaters talk about the constant initiative to push for alternative programming in premium large formats and their takes on the recent M&As.

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B&B Theaters
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Emagine Entertainment

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:40 Drive My Car, a 3-hour literary adaptation from Japan
05:36 The missed opportunity for CODA
09:45 Finally, Morbius is coming out
15:18 Top 5 box office films this week
16:42 Everything Everywhere All At Once gets an IMAX screening
21:00 Alamo Drafthouse’s premium large format
23:38 B&B Theaters exploring premiumization in their circuit
27:40 Imagine Entertainment’s alternative programming
30:35 Reactions to recent mergers and acquisitions

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and SHawn Robbins talk about Cineworld’s 2021 financial report, AMC’s investment in gold and silver mining, and the latest movie release calendar for 2022.

In the Indie Focus feature this month, Rebecca talks to Esquire’s Gary Goldman and Julianne Reisenfeld about the reeling university students into the theater and how the flexibility of the niche screenings have kept the theater afloat.

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Spotlight Cinemas
Esquire Theatre
AMC boss admits $27.9M stake in gold and silver mine likely a surprise to investors

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:10 Buying things you didn’t think of buying
04:30 AMC Theatres bought 22% of Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
07:18 Cineworld’s 2021 financial reports
10:58 Predictions for The Lost City
13:42 Jujitsu Kaizen 0 opens to $17.6 million from 2,286 screens
17:20 The Batman’s theatrical performance
19:25 New films release calendar
26:13 Esquire’s history
28:27 Special niche screenings
30:11 Remaining a part of the Cincinnati community
31:40 Demographic of viewers
34:56 COVID shutdown was just terrible

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle talk about the overperformance of the K-Pop group BTS’s live cinema broadcast as well as a quick view of the 2021 global box office numbers and the need for exhibitors to convert occasional moviegoers into regular customers.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
04:17 BTS Permission to Dance on Stage - Seoul: Live Viewing live cinema broadcast
09:15 Evolution of optimizing spaces like movie theaters
11:45 The 2021 global box office numbers
15:59 Turning occasional moviegoers into regular customers
19:32 Titles skipping theatrical entry

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about AMC’s 2021 Q4 earnings call, namely their newest experiments with variable pricing—and whether or not that contributed to the $134M opening weekend of The Batman, which had only the second $100M+ debut of the pandemic.

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AMC Introduces Variable Pricing for The Batman, Touts Q4 Per-Patron Revenue Higher than Pre-Pandemic 2019
Batman: A Box Office History
AMC Theatres Posts Third-Best Weekend of Past Two Years w/ The Batman Opening

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:11 How Ukraine and Russia’s conflict impact cinemas
02:43 AMC’s Q4 2021 earnings call
04:51 AMC’s variable pricing scheme
08:19 Was there a backlash over AMC’s ticket price increase?
12:36 $134M opening weekend for The Batman
20:51 The Batman is more of a detective story

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Russ Fischer, and Shawn Robbins dedicate an hour to covering the upcoming release of The Batman. The title is expected to become only the second film of the pandemic to enjoy a $100 million opening weekend, and the hosts discuss the film’s overall box office potential in an otherwise slow month of March. In the feature segment, the hosts look back at the box office and cultural impact of Batman at the movies. They cover the franchise’s biggest hits and missteps ahead of the latest entry hitting screens this weekend.

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Weekend Box Office Forecast: The Batman Paces for Second $100M+ Pandemic Debut with Potential for Much More
Batman: A Box Office History
Cinemark Reports $1.51B in 2021 Revenue, More Than Doubling 2020 Figures

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:22 Cinemark Q4 earnings report
02:22 Pre-debut forecast for The Batman
08:10 Tim Burton’s Batman hit theaters in 1989
14:59 Three years later, The Batman Returns debuted
20:18 1995’s Batman Forever
23:43 1997’s Batman and Robin
32:13 2005’s Batman Begins
36:50 2008’s The Dark Knight
44:15 Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy
52:32 Zach Snyder’s Man of Steel
56:53 DC’s extended universe films

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the recent shift in release dates of big titles, a recap on Kinepolis and Cineplex's Q4 earnings report, predictions for the summer slate, and the overperformance of Uncharted and Dog in theaters.

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Weekend Box Office Forecast: Uncharted and Dog Look to Continue Success as Cyrano and Studio 666 Debut

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:12 Did you watch anything in the movies?
02:50 Recap on a few Q4 earnings report
06:04 Recent shifts in title release dates
07:30 Box office predictions this summer
08:59 Uncharted and Dog on their second weekend
11:41 Uncharted overperforms in its debut week
14:47 Sony leads in home entertainment with their PlayStation platform
18:27 Coda for a theatrical re-release

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria talk about the Super Bowl new movie trailers, surprising and not so surprising Oscar nominations, and some of the latest news in the exhibition industry. Shawn Robbins also shares forecast numbers for Uncharted and Dog which will debut this weekend.

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Joachim Trier Returns to Oslo with The Worst Person in the World
Kanye West Netflix Documentary jeen-yuhs to Play in Cinemas Nationwide

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:50 It was a big Super Bowl weekend new movie trailers
10:03 List of nominations from the 94th Academy Awards
17:52 MoviePass to return this summer
25:56 Dine-in cinemas are expanding
28:03 Super Bowl weekend box office numbers
31:17 Movie releases this weekend
33:45 Uncharted / Dog movie release forecast

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria talk about exciting news including Ontario and Quebec finally reopen, a quick peek at last weekend’s box office numbers, MoviePass coming back to life, and the surprising performance of The Worst Person In The World in its opening week.

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Episode Resources:

Joachim Trier Returns to Oslo with The Worst Person in the World
Kanye West Netflix Documentary jeen-yuhs to Play in Cinemas Nationwide

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:30 Ontario and Quebec resumes reopening
03:16 MoviePass is back!
09:34 River Oaks Theater will reopen under Star Cinema Grill
11:46 The core identity of Alamo Drafthouse is still there
15:23 Stats from the Top 5 European markets
18:30 New releases this week
19:12 Netflix’s Kanye West documentary, Jeen-Yuhs
24:07 Moonfall opens to $10M last week
27:44 The Worst Person In The World opens at $135k on 4 screens

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the films purchased after the Sundance Festival and the upcoming titles to look out for in February.

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The Biggest Movies Coming to Theaters in February 2022

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:54 Sundance Festival has changed over time
05:52 List of films bought from the Sundance Festival
13:12 Jackass Forever and Moon Fall will debut this weekend
15:04 More films scheduled for release this month

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend box office numbers, Spider-Man: No Way Home reclaims no. 1 spot, and Paramount’s Mission: Impossible’s new release schedules.

In the feature segment, John Vincent, President of the United Drive-In Theatre Owners Association (U.D.I.T.O.A.) talks about how drive-ins have stayed functional and open during the pandemic and now in the post-pandemic efforts for watchers to keep coming back.

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U.D.I.T.O.A.
Weekend Estimates: Spider-Man: No Way Home ($14.13M) Reclaims No. 1 Spot From Scream ($12.4M)
Paramount Pushes Mission: Impossible 7 to 2023, Mission: Impossible 8 to 2024

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:33 Paramount’s latest shift in title releases
03:48 Weekend box office numbers
08:42 Drive-ins during the early post-quarantine
13:39 Not eligible for government assistance program
16:49 What movies are working best for drive-ins?
20:07 Contractual demands just won’t work
22:02 Built to be an authentic drive-in
25:30 U.D.I.T.O.A. convention

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss Marcus Theaters’ new subscription program, strong Q4 results from Cineworld/Regal, and a successful opening weekend for Paramount's Scream.

In the feature segment, Vincenzo Guzzo, CEO of Cinemas Guzzo, Canada's third-largest circuit, joins the podcast to discuss the latest round of Covid-related closures in Quebec. Guzzo also provides insights on the current status of day-and-date releases and why he believes Quebec's top filmmakers have been defecting to Hollywood.

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State of Subscription: The Modern History Behind Cinema Subscription Programs
Weekend Estimates: Scream Powers to No. 1 w/ $30.6M 3-Day/$35M 4-Day Debut
Cineworld Reports Growth Over Last Sixth Months of 2021
Marcus Theatres to Test New MovieFlex Subscription Program in Ohio and Nebraska Starting Jan. 14
Boxoffice Barometer - Exhibitors' Poll

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:08 It’s our 100th episode!
02:30 Marcus Theaters introduces a pilot subscription program: MovieFlex
06:22 Cineworld’s financial data from the last six months in 2021
09:32 Warner Bros. backtracking from its 2022 slate
10:13 SCREAM opens at $30M over the 3-day weekend
12:53 Top 4 openers overseas this weekend
18:05 Update on Cinemas Guzzo’s theater closures
19:33 Prioritizing comfort to see movies freely
22:03 Threading on random closures
27:35 Forced vaccination remains a hot topic
33:35 Netflix gave people access to unlimited content
37:05 Why are talents willing to leave Quebec?
40:21 What exhibition needs to do to thrive once again

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle go over the latest updates at the box office, schedule changes, and M&A updates. The co-hosts also explore the declining cultural relevance of the Golden Globes—and its potential impact to film culture.

In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, and Chad Villella, who form the filmmaking team known as Radio Silence, responsible for bringing the latest installment of the SCREAM franchise to the big screen. The Radio Silence team provides spoiler-free commentary on their approach to the film, the legacy of Wes Craven, and their personal ties to Scream and the horror genre.

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Weekend Boxoffice Recap
The Next Big Thing: The Rise of Cinema Entertainment Centers
EVO Acquires Showbiz Cinemas

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:05 Weekend feels in NYC
02:30 Update on closures for Canadian cinemas
04:03 Spider-Man: No Way Home reaches $1.5B globally
06:06 Turning Red will go straight to streaming
10:20 EVO Entertainment acquires ShowBiz Cinemas
12:07 What happened at the Golden Globes this weekend
19:23 Scream script reading, plot reveal
22:45 The pressure of creating the next Scream movie
24:43 “Does this feel like a Scream movie?”
28:41 Where are we with thriller horror movies?
31:09 Coming out days before the 25th anniversary of the original film

35:39 Which Scream movie did you first watch?

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle preview the biggest movies scheduled to be released in 2022, providing a quarterly breakdown of what you can expect at theaters throughout the year.

In the feature segment, Rebecca talks to Mark Zoradi, the outgoing Cinemark CEO, about the theater chain’s experience in adapting to the challenges of the pandemic.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:43 Traditional food for the new year
03:05 Spider-Man No Way Home becomes Sony’s highest grossing of all time
04:15 Forecast for Scream’s debut next weekend
05:27 Will Uncharted perform well in theaters?
08:28 New titles to look forward to in March
14:11 Optimism for Q2 film releases
17:20 Summer also has a strong film lineup
18:55 4th quarter title offers
27:09 Exclusive theatrical window significantly reduces piracy
30:03 Tying gaming into the theatrical world
32:16 Status of recovery progress in Latin America
33:31 Putting emphasis on data and consumer loyalty
35:35 Staying in the market more strategically

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria & Rebecca Pahle wrap up the biggest stories, surprises, and disappointments from an eventful 2021 in theatrical exhibition.

Daniel and Rebecca also recap a busy Christmas weekend at the box office—with Spider-Man: No Way Home crossing $1 billion in ticket sales and Sing 2 upsetting The Matrix: Resurrections for second place in North America.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Becomes First $1 Billion Film of the Pandemic
WEEKEND BOX OFFICE: Spider-Man: No Way Home Swings to $81.5M 3-Day/$138.7M 5-Day, Crosses $1B Worldwide; Sing 2 ($23.8M/$41M) Tops The Matrix Resurrections ($12M/$22.5M) for 2nd Place

What to Listen For

00:00 Introduction
01:51 Recent closures & restrictions around the world and what the stats are saying
07:03 Why Spider-Man & Matrix felt new this time around VS previous titles of 2020
11:55 Rebecca & Daniel’s favorite movies they watched in 2021
17:37 Recapping the landmark releases of 2021
19:46 Biggest movie disappointments of 2021
21:15 Reminiscing on the biggest plot-twists in the cinema industry this past year

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the historic opening weekend for Spider-Man: No Way Home, what we can expect from the Christmas box office, as well as new releases like Sing 2 and The Matrix Resurrections.

In our feature segment Rebecca Pahle interviews Greg Laemmle, president of Laemmle Theaters, a Southern California-based chain of independent cinemas that has been around since the 1930’s. Greg shares how they’ve been able to adapt through the years, and what changes he thinks we can expect in the near future.

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Omicron Introduces New Wave of Restrictions for Cinemas Across Several Markets
Weekend Box Office Forecast: Spider-Man: No Way Home Aims for Possible $100M+ 2nd Frame as Sing 2 Tracks to Upset The Matrix Resurrections as Top Christmas Debut

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:58 Spider-Man: No Way Home opens to $260m domestically, what does this mean for the industry?
08:12 How Spider-Man: No Way Home is a reflection of Sony’s commitment to theatrical distribution & exhibition despite new restrictions around the world
12:12 Update on the Cineworld & Cineplex legal situation
14:01 A new law was passed in NYC requiring cinemas to have open caption showtimes in at least 25% of their screenings for any title that runs in cinemas
15:02 What’s coming up for the Christmas box office & what you can expect
20:14 Rebecca’s interview with Greg Laemmle

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Shawn Robbins discuss their outlook for Spider-Man No Way Home’s box office debut. The trio also looks at other releases in theaters this weekend, including Guillermo Del Toro’s Nightmare Alley, and breaks down the underwhelming performance of Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story at the box office.

In the feature segment, Daniel Loria speaks to Cheryl Wannell, the Chief Executive Officer at SAWA - Global Cinema Advertising, about the organization’s efforts during the pandemic to help its members across the sector to get back on track and bring major advertisers back to the pre-show.

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SAWA
Spider-Man: A Box Office History

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:16 Spider-Man No Way Home is not slowing down
04:44 The evolution of Spider-Man in theaters
07:36 Box office forecast for Spider-Man No Way Home
11:00 A new era of superhero franchise
12:30 Guillermo del Toro’s Nightmare Alley
16:17 West Side Story opens to $10.5M
19:26 Additional box office numbers this week
25:43 Cinema advertising has been a bumpy road for recovery
28:12 Where is cinema advertising in 2021?
29:57 Stories of resiliency and innovation
31:09 SAWA’s global efforts to help drive cinema advertising
35:02 Are we at a 2019 box office level?

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Rebecca Pahle and Jesse Rifkin discuss a quiet post-Thanksgiving weekend, which saw Disney’s Encanto maintain its top placement amid a slate of specialty releases.

In the feature segment, Daniel Loria speaks to director Sean Baker about his latest film, Red Rocket, a dark comedy film that follows the life of a washout porn star and his ticket back into the porn industry through an intrigued teenage girl.

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Encanto Remains No. 1 w/ $12.7M Over Slow Post-Thanksgiving Frame

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:01 Special screenings for West Side Story and The Tragedy of Macbeth
02:38 Encanto maintained its top spot
07:03 Funaimation’s Sword Art Online Progressive debuts at the tenth spot
10:13 New specialty titles
13:06 Awards season
15:27 Red Rocket is a dark comedy film
17:12 When was Red Rocket conceptualized?
21:37 A realistic teenager intrigued by the idea of prostitution
26:29 Is there a parallel between the adult industry and theatrical distribution
29:58 Helping films to find their own audience
31:34 Releasing a dark comedy film during the recovery period

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home’s pre-sales numbers and its positively looking box office debut predictions.

In the feature segment, Pahle speaks with Heather Morgan, who as of January 1, 2022 will become the first female president of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation. She speaks about her own personal relationship with moviegoing and the future evolution of Will Rogers.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:18 Spider-Man: No Way Home pre sales tickets
04:25 It’s time for a pre-debut forecast
06:59 Potential of Spider-Man for holiday moviegoing
08:26 Macro figures from the the Thanksgiving weekend
09:53 Encanto’s international numbers
11:44 Are family audiences finally coming back to theaters?
14:41 Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City opened to the low expectation side
19:11 The Will Rogers Pioneers Assistance Fund
21:37 Putting together the executive board
23:41 Financial literacy and money management
26:30 Background with volunteering and charitable work
28:28 Growing up, what’s the nearest theater?
31:52 Staying on the right strategic course
34:09 All businesses need an effective marketing

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss weekend box office numbers and predictions for the Thanksgiving weekend’s new titles.

In this week’s Indie Focus feature, Rebecca and Daniel present some of the key insights from Boxoffice LIVE Sessions’ State of the Art House webinar, featuring expertise from Paul Serwitz (President and COO, Landmark Theatres), Tori Baker (President & CEO, Salt Lake Film Society), Dylan Skolnick (Co-Director, Cinema Arts Centre), Barbara Twist (Director of Partnerships, Vidiots Foundation), and Barak Epstein (President, Aviation Cinemas / Texas Theatre).

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Episode Resources:

FULL VIDEO: Boxoffice LIVE Sessions - State of the Art House 2021
Thanksgiving Box Office Forecast: Will Holiday Moviegoers Feast On Encanto, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, House of Gucci, and Resident Evil?
Cinematic Enchantment: Disney Reunites with Lin-Manual Miranda for Animated Musical Encanto
Interview with Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City Writer-Director Johannes Roberts
Ryusuke Hamaguchi on Adapting Haruki Murakami’s Drive My Car
Weekend Box Office Recap: Ghostbusters: Afterlife Opens to $44M
Interview with Ghostbusters: Afterlife Director Jason Reitman
No Time to Die Becomes Top Studio Title of 2020-2021 at the Global Box Office
This Week on the Box Office Podcast: L.A.’s Iconic Vidiots Plans Its Return In Late 2021
This Week on The Boxoffice Podcast: Sundance at the Art House with The Texas Theatre
Paul Serwitz on the Reopening of NYC Cinemas
Art Houses Fight On: Salt Lake Film Society Launches @homeArts

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:42 Ghostbusters Afterlife opens to $44M domestically
06:12 King Richard debuts at $5.7M
08:17 No Time to Die remains theatrically exclusive
11:16 Latest weekend box office titles
14:28 What to expect during the Thanksgiving weekend?
15:18 Expectations for House of Gucci
18:30 Resident Evil: Welcome to the Raccoon City
21:15 Arthouse theaters stay innovative throughout the pandemic
23:12 Drivers that lead audiences back into theaters
26:25 Title availability compromises the theatrical business
29:00 Netflix and Amazon’s pull on high quality films
31:13 Streaming is a way to gauge what content works
35:00 Marketing arthouses make for a title
37:47 Streamers are not targeting box office numbers
42:39 Creating a welcoming atmosphere for different communities
44:58 There’s still a great need to diversify the audience

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria and Jesse Rifkin discuss the weekend’s box office results and the biggest headlines from the movie theater industry. Cineworld shows signs of recovery as Cinemark registers its best performance for a Netflix title at the box office in their circuit.

In the feature segment, Rebecca talks to Film Hub NI Manager Hugh Odling Smee about the upcoming This Way Up Conference 2021 and the UK film industry’s tremendous effort to bring independent cinemas together to discuss relevant topics including accessibility, diversity, and inclusion.

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Episode Resources:

THIS WAY UP Event Registration
Cineworld Returns to Profitability in October
Red Notice Becomes Cinemark’s Highest-Earning Netflix Title
Heather Morgan Named New President of Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers
Sponsor: Boost your cinema

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:12 Cineworld exceeds its 2019 figures
03:26 Cinemark’s best performing Netflix title, Red Notice
05:37 Will Rogers’ names its first female president
06:23 Eternals stays on the top spot in its second week
08:43 New title releases this weekend
10:52 Upcoming film releases next week
14:14 Bringing independent cinemas together to discuss multiple issues
16:55 Huge focus on film criticism
20:16 The issue on accessibility
23:15 Awareness around being more transparent about the industry’s best practices
26:24 Diversity and inclusion is a work on progress for many organizations
27:08 Online and offline access to the TWU Conference 2021

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle covers AMC’s partnership with Disney+ and a new retail popcorn venture, Marcus Theater’s earnings call, and the current top 5 films in the box office, with Eternals taking the top spot on its opening weekend.

In the feature segment, Rebecca talks to the top executives at Studio Movie Grill, Ted Low, Ted Croft, and Tearlach Hutcheson, about the efforts put in place to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy and the dine-in movie theater chain’s relentless endeavors to maintain the unique experience for every guest.

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Studio Movie Grill

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:10 AMC partners with Disney+ and enters the retails popcorn market
06:11 Marcus Theaters quarterly earnings call
07:15 Eternals opens to $71M domestically
10:42 Dune came in 2nd this week
10:55 Films taking the top spot this week
16:42 Titles to look forward to in December
20:34 Getting out of Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
22:50 Unfortunate timing during the pandemic
23:54 Latest approach to SMG programming
25:14 Looking at high touch and low touch opportunities
28:39 Focus on guest experience and opportunistic growth
31:21 The SMG story is not done

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle recap a quiet Halloween weekend at the box office and discuss important attendance milestones from the month of October. As the Winter approaches, they talk about the potential of event cinema engagements to breakout at the box office in off-peak periods.

In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Alamo Drafthouse’s Tim League on their successful recovery from Chapter 11 bankruptcy as the iconic dine-in chain opens their first New York City location and looks to continue expanding.

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Cinemark Delivers Best COVID-Era Box Office Performance in Month of October
WEEKEND BOX OFFICE: Dune Wins Halloween Frame w/ $15.53M; My Hero Academia Debuts in 4th ($6.4M); Last Night in Soho ($4.22M) & Antlers ($4.2M) Disappoint
AMC’s October Revenue was Highest Since Pandemic
Kinepolis Announces Quarterly Earnings, Touts Across-the-Board Attendance Increase
Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers Sets Fathom Events Pre-Sales Record in First 12 Hours
Iconic Events Releasing Partners with Netflix to Bring The Mitchells vs the Machines to Movie Theaters Nationwide on November 20-21
Long Range Box Office Forecast: Ghostbusters: Afterlife Outlook, Eternals Tracking Softens, and More Updates
Alamo Drafthouse

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:07 Major chains record their highest grossing mark since the pandemic
04:22 The Mitchells vs. the Machines to play in theaters
07:24 Dune retains its top spot on its second weekend
09:41 Update on Halloween Kills and No Time To Die numbers
11:28 My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission opens at $6.4M
14:31 SearchLight’s unique approach for The French Dispatch
15:56 What to expect from the movie Eternals
20:53 Alamo Drafthouse coming out of bankruptcy
24:53 Keeping the audience engaged with the Alamo brand
23:03 Plans to open more branches
23:50 The hardest cinema to renovate and re-open
24:53 Integrating retail spaces in cinemas
26:42 Giving moviegoers another reason to keep going to the theaters
28:47 Creating a micro-community for the audience
30:13 Is cinema a dying industry?

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss Dune’s $41M opening weekend in North America and the success of Wes Anderson’s The French Dispatch in limited release.

In the feature segment, Rebecca talks to Thomas van de Weerd of the (Any)Thing Micro-Cinema about their unique micro-cinema concept, where audiences get to decide which films to watch in a small collection of private auditoriums.

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The (Any)Thing Cinema

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:10 New trailer for Uncharted
04:02 Dune opens at $41M, highest opening for Warner Bros. since pre-pandemic
08:48 International numbers for Dune
10:18 Halloween Kills drops in its 2nd week
13:04 Update on No Time To Die’s box office numbers
15:14 The French Dispatch opens at $1.3M
17:43 Promoting a film with limited release schedule
20:21 New films coming out next week
22:51 How it started for The (Any)Thing Cinema
26:00 Customers decide what movie to play at what time
29:23 Pricing strategy and accessibility
30:47 Why it’s named The (Any)Thing Cinema
32:11 Future expansion plans
33:32 Challenges that come with micro-cinema concept
34:43 Keeping movies available for as long as possible

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss Halloween Kills box office numbers, the disappointing receipts of The Last Duel, the performance of the international market, Disney’s latest round of release date changes, and the forecast of several of this weekend’s new releases, including Dune and The French Dispatch.

In the Indie Focus segment, Rebecca talks to Mary D. Fisher Theatre's Patrick Schweiss about the theater’s efforts to give moviegoers a reason to keep coming to the theaters and their continuous efforts to get in front of as many audience members as possible while recovering from the pandemic.

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Mary D. Fisher Theatre
Spotlight Cinema Networks

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:43 3rd consecutive domestic weekend where box office reached over $100M gross
02:43 Halloween Kills had the highest opening for a day-and-date film of all time
04:02 Shawn’s prediction for Halloween Kills hits the mark
06:40 No Time To Die on its second week
10:27 AMC’s open captio roll-out
13:32 Disney’s release date changes, including the MCU
16:08 Other titles release date changes
20:45 The French Dispatch forecast
22:18 Update on new releases in the international market
24:40 The Batman starring Robert Pattinson
28:25 Turning the most untheatrical building into a theater
32:24 The cultural heart of Sedona
35:20 A blend of a year-round film festival
36:56 Giving people an intense movie experience they would want to talk about
39:06 Maintaining strong relationships with customers
43:40 Transition into and out of the pandemic

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the global performance of Venom: Let There Be Carnage and No Time To Die, and their box office predictions for this week—with several new titles set to hit the big screen. And in line with new film releases, the team goes over the latest trailer launches from The Boxoffice Trailer Network on YouTube.

In the interview segment, Daniel talks to Everyman Cinemas’ Serena Gill about the company’s record earnings through the release of No Time To Die and the lessons they’ve learned from the pandemic.

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Everyman Cinema
The Boxoffice Trailer Network

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:53 No Time To Die tops at $55.2 domestically
08:07 Overseas performance of Venom: Let There Be Carnage and No Time To Die
12:22 Box office predictions this weekend
17:01 On YouTube: The Boxoffice Trailer Network
21:35 CineEurope was a great success
22:34 Stayed in contact and kept the customer engaged throughout the pandemic
24:01 Thinking outside the box
26:05 Special screenings for diverse films in partnership with different brands
27:49 UK industry needs to focus on local British films
30:29 UK exhibition is a thriving marketplace

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the weekend’s box office with Venom: Let There Be Carnage opening at $90M domestically and now the top grossing film in the pandemic, The Addams Family 2 coming in second, and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings leaving the top spot on its fifth week.

In the interview segment, Cinionic CEO Wim Buyens and CMO Carl Rijsbrack join Daniel to talk about using premium technology to enhance the experience for moviegoers with laser projection. Daniel and Rebecca then cover the latest happenings at CineEurope and how distributors and exhibitors can work together to bring more moviegoers back to the theaters by making it more accessible for everyone.

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Cinionic
CineEurope 2021

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:00 Venom: Let There Be Carnage opens to $90M domestically
07:49 Shang-Chi drops down to Top 3 on its 5th week
08:36 The Addams Family opens at 2nd place
11:11 Warner Bros day-and-date releases are not pulling good numbers
13:20 No Time To Die overperforms in international market
18:40 Is moviegoing back?
22:32 First in-person CineEurope event
27:04 The rise of specific markets because of local content
30:30 Premium technology is helping drive moviegoers back
32:48 Laser projectors make a huge difference
36:39 Making moviegoing accessible for all instead of diving more into premium services
39:31 Pricing and mobile/digital ticketing
41:47 Are audiences finally comfortable to come back to the theaters?
44:45 Titles must be well represented by a distributors
46:19 Memoria retains its theatrical exclusivity
48:07 Shorter theatrical exclusivity window will make it easier to screen independent titles

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the weekend box office numbers, as Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings surpasses Black Widow as the highest-grossing movie of the pandemic era while Dear Evan Hansen disappoints in its debut. Shawn Robbins shares his latest box office forecasts on the domestic release of several upcoming high-profile titles like Dune, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, and The Many Saints of Newark.

In the interview segment, UNIC CEO Laura Houlgatte-Abbott and President Phil Clapp join Daniel Loria for a conversation previewing CineEurope 2021, the biggest exhibition convention of the year for European movie theaters. The pair discuss the coming week’s importance and how ripple effects of the US markets have caused collateral damage for exhibitors across Europe.

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CineEurope
Interview with the Director of The Many Saints of Newark
Tech Companies Look to Conventions to Boost Cinemas’ Recovery Effort

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:48 Shang-Chi is now the highest grossing film in the pandemic era
06:14 Predictions for West Side Story’s future release
07:19 Dune’s overseas debut performance
12:42 Can Venom reach $45-65M on its opening weekend?
16:47 European exhibition fairs better this year compared to last year
20:36 The ripple effects of theatrical exclusivity
23:39 More in-person conventions mean the industry is recovering
27:03 Initiatives driven to keep existing audience engaged
31:08 The role of local content in the new normal

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend box office numbers, with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings soon to pass Black Widow as the highest-grossing movie of the pandemic.

In this month’s Indie Focus interview, Daniel and Rebecca talk to Matthew Baizer of Flix Brewhouse—the only first-run movie theatre in the world to incorporate a fully functioning microbrewery—about the cinema chain’s re-opening efforts, coming changes to their operations model, and reinforcing contactless experience for moviegoers.

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Flix Brewhouse

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:42 Shang Chi is now the 2nd highest grossing movie in 2021
07:35 How Cry Macho is fairing in its opening weekend
11:51 Dune debuted at the number 1 spot in its international release
18:05 What 2020 was like for Flix Brewhouse?
21:15 Reopening efforts
24:06 Now, film release dates don’t move around too often
25:50 Out of 9 cinemas, six were re-opened
29:46 Creating an identity in a very competitive industry
35:14 Focus is on mobile and contactless operation

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend box office numbers with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings still holding the number one spot with $35.8 million earnings on its second week. They also talk about Disney’s announcement on the theatrical exclusivity of the remaining 2021 titles, Halloween Kills going day-and-date in theaters and on Peacock, and Paramount’s executive shift.

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Disney Announces Theatrical Exclusivity for Remaining 2021 Films
Shang-Chi Leads the Pack with Best Sophomore Frame of the Pandemic

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:58 Another strong weekend for Shang-Chi, other box office numbers
11:13 Disney to give theatrical exclusivity to remaining 2021 slate
16:41 Halloween Kills will stream on Peacock
23:48 CODA only went out to 101 cinemas locally
26:07 Substantial executive shake up at Paramount

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the $75.5M box office gross for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, a record for Labor Day weekend and the third-highest September release ever. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Aron Gaudet and Gita Pullapilly of STXfilms about their R-rated comedy Queenpins, in theaters this Friday.

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STXfilms
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Shatters Expectations w/ Record-Smashing $71.4M 3-Day/$83.5M 4-Day Opening

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:38 Shang-Chi made $90M on 4,300 screens
10:36 Major title release date changes
14:35 Tom Cruise franchise films getting pushed back
19:27 Expectations for Q4 in the box office
24:43 Queenpins was inspired by a true story
25:51 Production started in October 2020 during the height of the pandemic
27:03 How the pandemic impacted the filming
29:08 Production complications
31:16 What’s the importance of a comedy film hitting the theaters?
34:04 Marketing tips for movie theaters

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the box office performance of Candyman and predictions for Labor Day weekend release Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’, the first MCU film to debut exclusively in theaters since the start of the pandemic. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca speak to Vanessa Amsbury-Bonilla, co-owner of Peterborough Community Theatre—the oldest theater in the state of New Hampshire—about how customer feedback led them to introduce vaccination-required screenings at their cinema.

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Peterborough Community Theatre

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:01 Positive box office weekend debuts
08:00 Independent cinemas have been innovative during the pandemic closures
10:02 The impact of proof of vaccination on cinemas
12:41 The Peterborough Community Theatre
14:51 Primary demographic wants the big screen
16:05 Survey response showed that people want proof of vaccination only screening
18:38 Safer Sundays brought in more ticket sales
21:00 There are nights with zero ticket sold
24:03 No discrimanation, just providing more choices for people
26:22 Knowing regular customers on a personal level
28:36 Numbers and data will tell the comfort level of the patrons

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A recap of a busy final day at CinemaCon 2021, which included studio presentations from Lionsgate and Paramount, Tom Cruise riding a motorcycle off a cliff, and a major filmmaker slamming day-and-date releases.

The episode concludes with a pair of interviews with independent exhibitors: Rich Daughtridge, president of the Independent Cinema Alliance and John Vincent, president of the United Drive-In Theatre Owners Association.

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Full insights and analysis from Universal, Neon, Focus Features, and Disney’s studio presentations at CinemaCon. Followed by an interview with Dolby’s Jed Harmsen and exclusive audio of CinemaCon’s Executive Roundtable Panel, “Globally Speaking: A Look at the International Market,” featuring Mooky Greidinger (CEO, Cineworld & Regal), Alejandro Ramirez Magaña (CEO, Cinepolis), and Veronika Kwan Vanderburg (President of Distribution, Universal Pictures International).

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Full insights and analysis from Tuesday’s State of the Industry speech and studio presentations from Warner Bros. and MGM/UA Presentation Recaps. Interview with Miguel Mier (COO, Cinepolis).

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Opening day recap: global executive roundtable and Sony’s CinemaCon presentation. An interview with Rolando Rodriguez (Chairman, NATO & CEO, Marcus Theatres).

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CinemaCon Preview and Interview with John Fithian (President & CEO, NATO) and Charles Rivkin (Chairman & CEO, Motion Picture Association).

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the opening weekend of Free Guy, next week’s upcoming events–both film releases and CinemaCon—and Disney’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings sticking to a 45-day theatrical exclusivity window. In the interview segment, Rebecca talks to Christie Marchese of Kinema—a platform that uses technology to deliver film, manage and reach audiences, and provide marketing assets to screening hosts—about their goal to make booking of niche and demographic films seamless for local hosts.

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CinemaCon Schedule
Kinema
Kinema Discover

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:44 Free Guy opened above expectations
04:38 More titles coming out this weekend
08:12 Venom and Clifford the Big Red Dog’s theatrical release has been moved
11:33 Families respond well to private rentals
12:13 Shang-Chi sticks to a 45-day theatrical exclusivity window
18:50 Christie Marchese on creating Kinema
22:30 Aiming to help make booking films seamless for local hosts
23:54 Looking forward to individuals and space who are becoming regular screening hosts
26:09 Niche films have a hard time pulling in enough people for multiple-week run
30:17 Building relationships with repeat hosts and bookers
34:10 Currently at 20k hosts, 450 active on the platform
35:07 How to find Kinema and join the community
37:54 The daily CinemaCon podcast next week

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the opening weekend of The Suicide Squad along with other top films in the box office. Brain Schultz of Look Dine-In Cinemas joins the team to talk about his new dine-in theater initiative, the changes the exhibition industry will deal with post-COVID, and the evolution of the dine-in space.

Sponsors: Spotlight Cinema Networks, Mondelez International

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CinemaCon Schedule

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:55 Two weeks away from CinemaCon
04:32 Recent box office numbers with The Suicide Squad’s opening weekend
08:36 New titles that will be exclusive to cinemas: Respect and Don’t Breathe 2
12:44 The panel for Rebuilding and Diversifying the Post-COVID Workforce and Cinemas topic
15:15 Brian Schultz’s first job in the exhibition industry
16:03 Passion for In-theater dine-in space
17:55 Additional tests to continue to evolve and improve
18:57 Food preparations, picking staff, and choosing what film to screen has always been a challenge
21:16 Movies are a platform for opening perspectives
24:27 Cinemas with a distraction-free experience and focus solely on the film
28:29 Change management in larger organizations
29:49 What can the industry do to emerge from the pandemic?
31:23 Spotlight Cinemas’ partnerships is both entertaining and informative

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss Scarlett Johansson’s against Disney over the day-and-date release of Black Widow. Rebecca also recaps the latest edition of the WIE webinar series with insights from future leaders of exhibition. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca discuss the newly announced proof of vaccine requirement for New York City movie theaters. The Boxoffice Company’s Romeo Duchene joins the podcast to talk about France’s experience in implementing proof of vaccination at cinemas, and how audiences and exhibitors have reacted to the new requirement.

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NYC Follows France in Requiring Proof of Vaccination for Moviegoers

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:05 Jungle Cruise opened at $35M in 4310 locations
04:36 Women in Exhibition - the necessity of diversity in programming
09:12 Vaccine Passports, select areas will require vaccination pass
12:24 What does the Vaccine Passport mean for French audience?
15:18 Camelot’s nationwide premiere in France
16:26 Currently, the vaccine pass is creating confusion
18:19 The confusion continues and people are finding answers online
20:34 Implementation of vaccine passport caused a huge drop in moviegoing
21:26 Possible detrimental effects of unclear policies

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle recap the most recent box office numbers and news from Disney before shifting to an interview with Jungle Cruise producers John Davis and John Fox, who discuss the film’s hybrid release model and the presence—or lack thereof—of concrete numbers by which to measure the success of a film’s streaming release. That interview is followed by a recap of Boxoffice Pro’s Giants of Premium Formats LIVE webinar, featuring insights from D-Box and ICE Theaters executives.

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CinemaCon 2021
Video of the Giants of Premium Format Panel
Ice Theaters
D-BOX
Jungle Cruise Long Range Forecast

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:33 Two new films joins the Top 5 in the box office
08:39 It took 6 years for Jungle Cruise to finally debut in theaters
11:29 Being compared to Pirates of the Caribbean adventure movie
15:06 The success metric for Jungle Cruise
17:47 There has to be a fundamental reason why Black Widow dropped in its second week
20:53 Half of the fun of the movie is with the audience’s reaction
22:20 Producers are tasked to make great movies
24:16 Every movie being developed is geared toward theatrical release
27:20 What premium large formats auditoriums mean for the industry
29:17 Ice Theaters ventures into global PLF
31:03 D-BOX offers better watching experience today
32:10 Boxoffice Pro and Women of Exhibition collaborating on a webinar series

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Black Widow’s second box office weekend and NATO’s statement on Disney’s hybrid release strategy. In the main segment, Daniel and Rebecca sit down with Brandon Jones to discuss Cinema Lab’s continuous effort to revitalize moviegoing in community theaters, the challenges of marketing new locations, and the organization's future plans and projects.

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CinemaCon 2021
Cinema Lab

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:16 What’s up with the team this week?
03:36 Box office numbers this week
08:23 A breakdown of the PVOD revenue
11:00 Black Widow’s 2nd week didn’t see much of a drop
14:13 Young audiences are driving ticket sales
15:57 The stances of players that have committed to day-and-date releases
19:04 Black Widow was the summer movie
20:26 This weekend’s box office predictions
22:56 Brandon Jones on revitalizing community theaters
24:17 Cinema Week bounced back after being closed for more than a year
25:30 The Cinema Lab project
27:01 The challenges of marketing new locations
30:39 How can community theaters thrive?
33:21 What’s the future for Cinema Lab in the future?
35:09 There is a willingness to bring theaters in real estate properties
36:55 Loyalty programs are reward programs in a unique way
38:35 Movie theaters owned the relationship with the moviegoers
40:35 Tools to utilize to get in touch with the target audiences
43:49 Most exhibitors only push out the content studios give them

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Black Widow’s opening weekend and assess how its hybrid model may have affected its box office as well as the potential of the future of the MCU.

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CinemaCon 2021
Black Widow Opening Weekend

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:11 Black Widow opens at $80.3M domestically
04:39 Pre-sales are evolving, probably more heavy into the opening days
07:15 More households opted to pay $30 to watch Black Widow at home
10:18 The unvaccinated population remains a factor for moviegoing numbers
14:36 It may not be ideal to open on a weekend with major sports event happening
17:10 Marvel launching phase 4 and introducing new characters
20:09 Disney still weighing how Black Widow would fair in the international market

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about their predictions for Black Widow’s debut, Quentin Tarantino’s purchase of Los Angeles’ historic Vista Theatre, and movies to look forward to from the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.

In the main segment, mK2 Cinemas co-owners Nathanael and Elisha Karmitz discuss the success of the recently concluded Cinéma Paradiso Louvre festival and the concept behind their hotel/cinema Hotel Paradiso, as well are sharing their opinions on the premiumization of cinema and cultural differences between French and American moviegoers.

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CinemaCon 2021
Boxoffice Pro LIVE Sessions: Giants of Exhibition - Premium Formats
Quentin Tarantino’s Vista Theatre Deal
Cinéma Paradiso Louvre
Hotel Paradiso

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
03:16 Predictions for Black Widow weekend debut
04:43 F9 is about to hit the $500M mark in global sales
05:45 Marvel is good at selling the experience of watching their titles
09:07 Vista Theatre is purchased by Quentin Tarantino
12:51 Films premiering at the Cannes Festival
18:41 Nathanael and Elisha Karmitz of mK2 joins our podcast team
20:33 The history of mK2
23:19 Being a brand about film culture
26:16 Cinéma Paradiso Louvre - Outdoor cinema festival
27:45 Hotel Paradiso: the first hotel cinema in the world
32:12 How cinemas can co-exist with other platforms
37:22 Keeping the price low with great experience

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about the box office success of F9 on its domestic debut as well as predictions on two more Universal titles to debut next weekend—one getting theatrical exclusivity one going day-and-date.

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CinemaCon 2021

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:29 Dune is rescheduled to debut on October 22
03:21 Domestic box office hits $1B sales for 2021
05:05 F9 opens at $70M gross in 4179 locations
09:51 We still cannot rush how people are quickly coming back to the cinemas
16:26 A Quiet Place Part 2 drops 32% in its 5th weekend
18:19 Universal is putting out 3 movies within a 2-weekend timeframe
20:48 Predictions for The Forever Purge

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle talk about the top five box office titles of this past weekend, with The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard topping the charts in its first weekend of release. Updates on Arclight/Pacific’s closure is followed by the episode’s main feature: a conversation between Loria and UNIC and UKCA’s Phil Clapp on the status of U.K. cinemas as they emerge from their second round of closures.

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CinemaCon 2021

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:36 The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard opens at 11.6M weekend gross
03:54 Pacific Theaters filed for Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy code
07:13 The Beatles: Get Back will debut as a 3-part series on Disney Plus
08:52 Hotel Transylvania: Transformania is moved to debut on October 1st
11:20 UK cinemas were able to reopen mid-May
13:27 Safeguarding and welcoming of audiences were properly handled
16:44 There’s a form of general business support from the government
21:03 The movie industry is huge ecosystem that includes hourly-wage earners
23:42 Social distancing and 50% capacity limits are still being implemented
28:42 Ensuring that the foundations are in place and continuously helping small theaters
31:52 CinemaCon registration is open!

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about the disappointing opening weekend for In the Heights, Peter Rabbit 2 not pulling in as many family moviegoers as expected, and lessons learned from the first half of 2021.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:35 A Quiet Place Part II crosses $100M mark
02:44 In the Heights’ disappointing opening weekend
07:48 With a title with a diverse cast, there was a struggle with promotion
11:24 Female audience over 30-35 remains the most cautious in going back to the cinemas
15:45 The staying power for family films didn’t help Peter Rabbit 2
18:43 How does a shorter window or lack of exclusivity impact the word of mouth?
22:43 How long will it take for moviegoers to fully come back?
24:40 Recovery of the cinema is directly tied to vaccination efforts
26:27 Even when the US market recovers, it may not mean the same for the international market
28:44 LA theaters are doing well selling tickets
29:54 Which titles will become niche performers?

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss this week’s box office numbers with The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It taking the top spot as A Quiet Place Part II dropped to second place. A trio of family titles round out the top five movies in the domestic market, potentially setting the stage for a strong debut for Sony’s Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway.

Chris Hamel, president of the Gateway Film Center in Columbus, Ohio joins the podcast in the debut edition of our new monthly segment, Indie Focus, presented by Spotlight Cinema Networks. Chris discusses the internal and external challenges of operating an independent theater during the pandemic and shares his optimism on an eventual recovery for the movie theater industry.

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Spotlight Cinema Networks
Gateway Film Center

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:26 It was a battle of the horror sequels in the box office weekend
06:02 Cruella drops on its second week, Untamed joins top 5 films
11:36 The Gateway Film Center is focused on artists and filmmakers
13:21 Earned the trust of legacy art leaders and built meaningful relationships
15:14 Gateway hosts events and serves as a venue for film festivals and screenings
17:49 Understanding the proper health measures required to be a responsible exhibitor
20:31 Concession offered were limited based on safety protocols
25:12 The curatorial aspect is forming a trust and bond with the audience
29:10 Appealing to national brands while maintaining good relationships with local venues

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss how Memorial Day box office marks a turning point for domestic exhibition, the implications of Amazon purchasing MGM, and the steep second week drop of F9 in China.

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Amazon Enters Into Agreement to Acquire MGM
The Biggest Movies Coming to Theaters Memorial Day Weekend and June

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:30 Amazon purchases MGM for $8.45 billion dollars
07:40 The theatrical release predictions for No Time to Die and future Bond movies
09:25 Boss Baby: Family Business will open on July 2 as day-and-date
15:30 Expectations for A Quiet Place Part II opening on limited seating capacity still
16:51 Progressive box office openings with several titles lined up for release
19:15 F9 drops to 85% on its 2nd week in the Chinese theaters
23:05 Cruella’s box office debut
25:33 Disney’s attempt to re-invent old movies

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss promising signs at the overseas box office—including a great reopening weekend in the UK and the first $100 million-plus of the pandemic with F9’s debut in China.

In the feature segment, distribution veteran Bob Berney, CEO of Picturehouse and the former head of marketing and distribution at Amazon Studios, joins Daniel to talk about the current state of theatrical distribution. Berney shares his insights on the current volatility in the market as streaming companies make a play for big movies and major franchises at the multiplex, while specialty players learn to adapt to a market without the influence of the film festival circuit.

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Picturehouse
Amazon Enters Into Agreement to Acquire MGM
The Sound of Silence: A Quiet Place Part II Sound Editors Speak Up
Spiral Adds $4.5M in Quiet Domestic Weekend, F9 Shines in Overseas Debut
F9 Sets New Pandemic Box Office Benchmark with Overseas Debut
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway Takes Top Spot in the Return of UK Cinemas

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:07 The UK market reopens
04:44 F9 opens big in China
07:51 The long-term impact of shortened theatrical exclusivity window
10:58 F9’s performance in other overseas markets
13:31 High stakes for the domestic market over Memorial Day weekend
18:25 Seeing where we are at with recovery efforts
20:42 Picturehouse CEO Bob Berney
27:14 The role of new films in the recovery effort from the pandemic
31:06 Independent films need word of mouth
34:54 The missing piece that will connect indie films to audiences
41:26 Metrics of success for streaming platforms
42:36 Survival of the theatrical experience with renewed competition from streamers

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In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about potential mega mergers among media conglomerates—and why it’s too early to discern their potential impact on the entertainment industry. The hosts also delve into the box office potential of Disney’s Jungle Cruise and Paramount’s A Quiet Place Part II as the long-term future of the theatrical exclusivity window comes into focus.

In the feature segment, we share highlights from the Boxoffice Live Sessions webinar with the organizers of Cinema Week, a campaign designed to engage audiences with the moviegoing experience running from June 22-27.

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Long Range Box Office Forecast: Summer Preview
Cinema Week
Boxoffice Live Sessions
Disney Commits to 45-Day Exclusivity Window for a Pair of Upcoming Titles

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:20 WarnerMedia spinning off of AT&T
06:04 Speculation about MGM to be acquired by a steaming platform
08:40 Cineworld has signed deals with Universal and Disney
09:56 Free Guy and Shang-Chi going under a 45-day window, Jungle Cruise going day-and-date
13:30 Does Jungle Cruise have the potential to become a franchise?
15:24 Disney on franchising movies and shows
16:25 Opening weekend for Spiral
22:20 Cinema Week: a six-day event designed to re-engage moviegoers
23:39 Brandon Jones (FilmFrog Marketing) on Cinema Week
26:09 Attend the next live webinar on May 25th, 9am PST
26:40 Melissa Boudreau on what exhibitors do to re-engage moviegoers
28:50 Exhibitors need to rethink their marketing approach
29:20 Rich Daughtridge on exhibitors to get creative with community engagement and brand promotion

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss a few key points from AMC’s recent earnings call, Zack Synder’s Army of the Dead landing a week-long exclusive theatrical run before it’s Netflix debut, and Cinemark signing an agreement with major studios.

In the main segment, Mitchel Berger, Senior Vice President, Global Commerce at Funimation talks about the rise of anime popularity not just in North America but across other territories and how this new wave of culture has helped in the theatrical recovery efforts.

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Cinemark Confirms Exclusive Theatrical Window for Netflix’s Army of the Dead
Funimation’s Mitchel Berger on Demon Slayer’s Success at the Box Office

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:08 Insights on AMC’s earnings call
04:00 Snyder’s Army of the Dead’s week-long exclusive theatrical run before Netflix debut
07:58 Cinemark signed an agreement with Universal, Warner Bros., Disney, Paramount, and Sony to distribute titles
10:47 AMC, Cinemark, and Marcus: vaccines is the strong factor for recovery efforts
12:17 Wrath of Man opens at $8.1M gross
16:20 Demon Slayer stays at the 2nd place on its third box office week
18:22 Funimation relies on a deeply connected anime fan base
21:28 Streaming services allowed exponential growth of new anime fans
23:34 Demon Slayer continues to bring in moviegoers in different territories
26:38 The future role of anime might have in the box office

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle talk about the latest updates on Demon Slayer’s second week and title changes on some big films. In the main segment, the group shares some of the very interesting insights from exhibition representatives during the Boxoffice Barometer live session.

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Cinemas in France Allowed to Reopen
Demon Slayer Captures No. 1 Spot

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:56 Demon Slayer continues to top box office despite a drop in its second week
03:28 Black Widow is set to open on July 9
04:14 Marvel’s video campaign on visiting movie theaters again
08:38 French cinemas to open at 35% capacity
09:48 The future of private cinema rentals
11:44 The Boxoffice Barometer concept
13:42 Barometer winners for each individual category
14:56 Feature article topics for the next Boxoffice Pro magazine issue
15:58 Tony Adamson on private cinema rental micro cinema trend
18:40 Micro-cinemas remains essential for independent and mid-sized theaters
19:38 Santikos Entertainment has been offering private screenings
21:57 Should exhibitors consider remodeling to cater to more private screenings?
23:30 Marcus Theaters are pushing for private rentals
26:02 Cinépolis USA on post COVID scenario for private rentals
28:45 Private cinema rentals have become pricier
30:19 B&B Theatres: People will still go for private rentals even at a higher rate
33:22 Have you tried the private rental viewing?

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins share their impressions of this year’s Academy Awards: a great shout-out in the pre-show but were movie theaters snubbed during the main broadcast? The panel also also looks at a record weekend at the pandemic box office with the debuts of Mortal Kombat and Demon Slayer. Mortal Kombat delivered the highest opening weekend for an R-rated movie during the pandemic and Demon Slayer emerged as a surprise crossover hit at the box office. What does Demon Slayer’s success tell us about the future potential of anime titles at the box office?

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The Big Screen is Back
Cinema Week
Demon Slayer at the Box Office
Weekend Box Office Results

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:45 Sony announces additional release date changes
04:15 Cinema Week
06.20 Oscars Recap
07:45 The Big Screen is Back and a Successful Pre-Show
09:15 Were Movie Theaters Snubbed During the Main Broadcast?
14:00 Trailer Releases During the Oscars
16:30 Weekend Box Office Analysis
17:00 Mortal Kombat Tops the Box Office
18:00 Demon Slayers Surprises at the Box Office
19.40: Can the Market Build on this Momentum?
21:00 The Future Potential of Anime at the Box Office
23.10: Anime Breaking Through to the Mainstream
24.15 What’s Your Favorite Anime Title?

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer and Rebecca Pahle talk about recent box office updates on Godzilla vs. Kong and the early release of F9 in China. In the feature segment, Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle chat with Moses Babatope, the Group Executive Director at Filmhouse Cinemas and Co-Founder and Managing Director of FilmOne Entertainment—an independent entertainment company focused on the distribution and production of film within and outside the Nigerian territory. They discuss the evolution of the local exhibition landscape both before and during the pandemic, with an emphasis on how local content and robust social media marketing has helped keep theaters afloat.

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Nigeria Box Office Year Book - 2020
How The Fate of Alakada Succeeded in Nigeria
Godzilla vs. Kong Crosses $300M Overseas

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:39 Godzilla vs. Kong is still topping domestic and international box office
03:43 Updates on some movie titles release dates
05:52 International piracy concerns on F9’s early release in China
10:27 The state of the Nigerian exhibition market the past years
14:40 Despite 70%+ drop in box office, new cinema are screening films
17:16 Marketing Nollywood films in Nigeria
20:25 How The Fate of Alakada found success in Nigeria
23:22 Piracy becoming an issue because of title release delays

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Godzilla vs. Kong staying afloat in its second week at the box office. The group also discuss new release dates for several films on the 2021 slate, including several Tom Cruise titles. Closing the episode, the hosts discuss the dissolution of Pacific Theaters and Arclight Cinemas - the iconic California theater chain that was forced to permanently close its doors due to the pandemic.

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Pacific/Arclight Circuit Permanently Closes All Locations
Godzilla vs Kong Weekend Box Office Report
Paramount Moves Back Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible 7; Announces New Star Trek Movie, Bee Gees Biopic

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:13 Godzilla vs Kong stands strong at $70 million domestic
03:50 Can Demon Slayer make it big in the US?
06:02 New release calendar for the 2021 slate
13:35 Pacific and Arclight theaters will be permanently closing
18:08 What could happen to Cinerama Dome?
23:05 Will any of these theaters return in some capacity?

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Shawn Robbins discuss Godzilla vs. Kong’s big opening weekend at the domestic box office, exceeding expectations and lifting hopes for cinemas as audiences begin to return to the movies. The hosts also look at the film’s overseas results, and why the overseas box office still paints an incomplete picture for movies scheduled in the coming weeks.

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Weekend Box Office: Godzilla vs. Kong

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:05 Vaccination roll-outs
02:27 Godzilla vs. Kong domestic opening weekend numbers
08:55 The way out of this pandemic is at a global scale
10:38 Quick update on the reopening of some major global markets
12:17 Statistics on IMAX and premium large format screenings
14:30 Overall sentiment of going to the movies is shifting
16:23 What to expect from the Oscars this year?
18:35 The role of sports in movie marketing campaigns

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Godzilla vs. Kong’s successful international opening weekend and the schedule changes that have occurred over the last week. In the feature segment, Rebecca and Daniel chat with artist and consultant Sadia Pineda Hameed on her Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit—a thorough guide to creating a more welcoming space for all types of cinema audiences.

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Dismantling Structural Inequality In Your Cinema Toolkit
Inclusive Cinema
Sadia Pineda Hameed

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:00 Recalling Disney’s release date shuffles last week
02:40 Nobody ranking number 1 on its opening weekend
03:51 Godzilla vs. Kong international opening
05:44 Viewers would opt for premium experience when going back to cinemas
07:11 Highlights from watching Godzilla vs Kong
09:10 Possible scheduling changes due to rising COVID cases?
12:33 Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit by Sadia Pineda Hameed
15:40 Putting together the Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit
17:56 Individual efforts for change in bigger chains
21:05 The importance of implementing a generalized outreach
23:32 Reinventing cinemas to be more diverse and inclusive
27:14 Equal treatment for all types of audiences in the cinematic spaces

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The Boxoffice Podcast enters its second year with a full house, as co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins break down some major news: the reopening of Regal locations in the U.S., Cineworld/Regal’s agreement with Warner Bros. on a reduced theatrical exclusivity window, and Disney pushing Black Widow and Cruella day-and-date and removing Pixar’s Luca from the domestic theatrical release calendar entirely. In the feature segment, co-hosts Rebecca and Daniel discuss the highlights and key takeaways of Boxoffice PRO’s Giants of Exhibition LIVE session, which welcomed executives from four major circuits to share their thoughts on the exhibition industry.

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Disney Moves Black Widow, Cruella Day-and-Date, Pushes Luca Exclusively to Disney Plus
Regal to Begin Phased Reopening on April 2; Cineworld Strikes Deal to Play Warner Bros. Films Under Shortened Window Starting 2022
Giants of Exhibition 2021

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:05 Regal Cinemas to reopen, makes a deal with Warner Bros.
02:03 Cineworld with Warner Bros. to screen films under 30-45 day theatrical exclusivity window
05:39 Disney surprises us with another shift on its movie release schedule
09:33 Shang-Chi to premier on labor day weekend
11:35 Is Black Widow already past its prime?
13:47 Black Widow might struggle to maximize its theatrical potential
16:24 July might be the big return to movie-going
19:50 Regal on its operation and sanitation strategies
22:55 Cinemark’s efforts to drive business recovery
24:40 The digital disruption happening in the industry
25:33 Cineplex at better marketing of new content
27:26 Take away from the Giants of Exhibition live session

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Shawn Robbins and Rebecca Pahle talk about the weekend’s box office numbers and Avatar returning to the number one spot at the global box office. In the feature segment, co-hosts Rebecca and Daniel Loria discuss an interview with Landmark Theatres’ President and COO Paul Serwitz on the realities of specialty cinemas opening at limited capacity.

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Landmark Theatres
New York City Reopens
Avatar Surpasses Avengers: Endgame in Global Box Office

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:52 Box office numbers over the weekend
03:09 Avatar is back on top due a re-release in China
05:31 LA and NYC have finally reopened
09:06 Cinemark opened its first cinema in Los Angeles County
09:46 Quad Cinema opened its doors in New York City
12:27 Landmark’s Paul Serwitz on getting the right content to bring back viewers
15:09 The challenges of opening at 25% seating capacity
20:23 Decreased capacity means a lot for specialty markets
23:14 Specialty films are dealing with shortened theatrical window

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Rebecca Pahle, and Jesse Rifkin discuss the latest changes to the release calendar and why big movies may come to theaters earlier than expected. In the feature segment, Rebecca and Russ interview the Lume Cinema’s James Anderson Brown and Anthony Hughes to talk about the theater’s tiered re-opening process in the U.K.

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Lume Cinema
Support The Lume Cinema

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:03 Latest updates on some much-awaited films
06:13 Lume Cinema: A quick look back
07:53 It started as an independent cinema 13 years ago
10:03 Getting the community involved and invested
12:50 Will programming change?
16:57 A change in terms of how studios deal with theaters
20:15 Lume Cinema’s reopening plans
25:07 Crowdfunding efforts receives positive response

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins bring some positive news: New York City theaters are reopening at limited capacity, and Tom and Jerry exceeded industry expectations on its opening weekend. Further, they break down last week’s Paramount Investor Day presentation and what it means for a shortened theatrical window.

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Tom and Jerry opening weekend
Paramount shortens their theatrical exclusivity window

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:52 The New York City theater reopening
02:27 Tom and Jerry opens at 14.1M dollars
05:35 On March 5th, AMC to open 13 locations, Showcase with three cinemas
07:08 The future of NYC recovery efforts
10:02 Paramount’s new title release schedules
12:48 Black Widow’s long-range forecast
16:22 Theatrical windows shifting from studio to studio
18:26 Will exhibitors accept film offers from streaming companies?
19:13 Exhibitors should market themselves in the community
22:38 The Paramount Investor Day presentation take-away

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle break down some exciting news: New reopening dates for theaters in New York City, the U.K., and Quebec. In the podcast’s main feature, they speak to Allison Weiland and Steven Dahlmeier of Sioux Falls, South Dakota’s State Theatre, a nearly century-old movie palace, closed in the 1990s, that’s been given a new life mid-pandemic.

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The State Theatre
Images of the Past: Sioux Falls State Theatre
Giants of Exhibition 2021
Navigating Shifting Career Landscapes in Exhibition

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:50 New York City theaters will reopen soon!
04:24 UK has given a timeline on when cinemas can reopen
06:30 Slow response from audiences this week
08:54 State Theatre: a brief history
10:14 State Theatre in reopened in December 2020 and continues its restoration efforts
13:39 What’s in Sioux Falls, South Dakota?
16:00 Programming details for the theater
17:43 What sets State Theatre apart from other local theaters
19:52 Capacity restrictions in South Dakota
20:52 Marketing strategies to sustain movie going
22:50 People are coming in not knowing what they will see
26:27 What else needs to be done with the theater?
28:06 People have been coming with their families
28:56 Register to the Boxoffice Live Sessions!

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This week on The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria speak to The Texas Theatre's Barak Epstein on the legendary cinema's return from Covid closures and its recent participation in the Sundance Film Festival's satellite screens program.

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The Texas Theatre
Sundance Film Festival 2021 Satellite Screens
The Texas Theatre’s Youtube Channel

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:00 Huge box office weekend during the Chinese Lunar New Year 2021
02:30 Recovery update for cinemas across the globe
04:27 The closures of Cinemex theaters in Mexico
05:28 Judas and the Black Messiah opens in 2nd place
09:35 Are family audiences finally coming back to the cinemas?
11:24 Sundance Film Festival satelite screens
12:18 The Texas Theatre: a brief history
19:12 Theater upgrades including a new auditorium on the 2nd floor
21:53 Big investments during the October 2020 re-opening
24:00 Partnership with the Sundance Film Festival
27:32 Three Texas films and the Sundance Film Festival created a lot buzz
30:37 Oak Cliff Festival and other regional neighborhood film festivals

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This week, Daniel and Rebecca talk to guests Brandon Jones and Luke Parker Bowles about their efforts to revive The Bradley Cinema through their ownership group, Cinema Lab. Originally a single-screen theater in Bradley Beach, New Jersey dating back to the earliest days of commercial exhibition, The Bradley is being converted to a three-screen cinema with a live performance space slated to re-open in Summer 2021. Brandon and Luke discuss The Bradley’s history, its recent transformation, and the important role independent cinemas play in their communities.

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The Bradley’s Kickstarter Campaign

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro.
00:46 Super Bowl trailer recap.
06:10 Cinema Lab’s The Bradley Cinema.
10:26 The struggles of community cinemas during the pandemic.
13:22 Considering financial viability while reviving community cinemas.
17:33 Gaining community support through a successful crowdfunding campaign.
21:47 Streaming won’t give you the moviegoing experience theaters can offer.
29:48 Challenges cinema marketers face during the pandemic
33:27 The Bradley to reopen as a three-screen theater in summer

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This week, Russ and Rebecca talk with two executives from Charlotte Film Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing a dedicated art house space to the Charlotte, North Carolina, left without one after the closure of the decades-old Manor Theatre in spring 2020.

President Brad Ritter and Program Director Jay Morong of the Charlotte Film Society talk about the rich history of the Manor Theatre as well as building a new art house space from the ground up—including their planned changes to the traditional programming model.

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Charlotte Film Society
The Fundraiser
Manor Theatre History

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:22 Latest news on AMC’s stock market price
04:00 What’s the end game for AMC’s latest stock price
07:13 The Little Things premiere week
08:58 We are joined today by Brad Ritter and Jay Morong of Charlotte Film Society
10:56 The lack of art houses in Charlotte
14:02 The Manor Theatre’s rich history
19:03 Efforts to bring back art houses in Charlotte
21:49 Finding the right space to revive an art house
24:12 Despite COVID, fundraising response has been positive
30:09 How theater programming has changed over time
36:05 Opening plans for the Manor Theatre
43:32 Programming plans for the opening
44:43 Consistency with what the audience would want to see
48:40 The target is to showcase as many unique films as possible
54:34 Theatrical window changes can reinvent film bookings

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This week, Russ, Daniel, and Shawn discuss sweeping release date changes for big movies from major studios, beginning with the James Bond tentpole No Time to Die. They offer predictions on titles that will remain theatrical versus moving to PVOD or day-and-date release, and discuss the degree to which studios are banking on mass vaccination.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:25 New, numerous changes to the 2021 release slate
03:58 MGM: No Time to Die and The Addams Family 2
07:03 Will No Time To Die remain a theatrical release?
09:14 Paramount and the power of Tom Cruise
14:39 Godzilla vs. Kong's move up to March
17:56 Ironically, Warner Bros. has the biggest theatrical releases in Q1
19:58 The Universal and Focus Features slate
22:02 Black Widow is still scheduled a for May 7 theatrical release
22:11 Changes to the 20th Century Studios and Searchlight slate
24:48 Sony’s Connected goes to Netflix
26:24 Update list of Sony's release dates
30:28 Studios are banking on the vaccine roll-out

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This week, Daniel and Rebecca talk to Luis Castelazo, the Chief Financial Officer at CMX Cinemas. The North American division of Mexican operator Cinemex, CMX Cinemas became one of the ten largest theater chains in the U.S. shortly after opening in 2017. More recently, in April of this year it became the first top-ten chain to file for Chapter 11 following the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic; they emerged from bankruptcy in December.

In an open letter published in December, Castelazo advocated for lower film rentals in response to the trend towards shortened theatrical exclusivity windows, which he argues could have a serious effect on theater attendance. In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, he discusses the evolution of CMX Cinemas and the need for a hard look at the film rental status quo.

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CMX Cinemas Website
CMX Open Letter

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
02:05 Wonder Woman 1984 drops in its 4th weekend
05:51 Welcoming Luis Castelazo of CMX Cinemas
06:17 How CMX Cinemas became one of the top 10 circuits
10:45 Navigating the changing pandemic landscape
15:24 Viable solutions for exhibition on the road to recovery
17:36 New theatrical arrangements could save the industry
19:23 Did the day-and-date release affect WW84's box office?
21:01 Can the industry recover with shortened windows?
22:51 What causes drops in attendance?

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This week, Russ and Rebecca talk to Maggie Mackay, the Board Chair of the Vidiots Foundation, a non-profit community video store and movie theater. Vidiots is dedicated to inspiring interaction through film by providing access to a diverse collection of more than 50,000 DVD and Blu-ray discs and rare VHS tapes.

They talk about the history of Vidiots as a video store and the planned opening of a movie theatre space in Eagle Rock on the east side of Los Angeles, the status of Los Angeles art house theaters, and keeping the moviegoing community together despite the lure of streaming.

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Vidiots Foundation Website
Click here to donate
Vidiots is on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook

What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:59 Welcoming Maggie Mackay
04:20 What is Vidiots?
07:29 Plans to open and exhibition space details
11:30 What's the atmosphere like in LA for art house theaters?
16:31 Vidiots as a place to get movies that people aren't seeing anywhere else
19:23 People go to video stores when they have access
23:13 The challenges of fundraising
25:26 When can Videos open?
31:15 The rich experience of going to the video store

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Happy New Year! In this week’s episode, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn take a look at the box office returns for Wonder Woman 1984 and the impact of its availability on HBO Max. Additionally, they discuss how Warner Bros. is releasing box office information, and offer an overview of the possible major film releases coming this spring.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
00:59 What’s your New Year’s resolution?
02:46 Quick rundown of the first two weekends of Wonder Woman 1984 box office
08:21 Warner Bros. not releasing enough box office data
11:23 Theatrical run is almost serving as like a marketing push
13:15 The impact of Wonder Woman 1984 through HBO max, before movie theaters are even open
17:08 Can we expect No Time to Die to be released soon?

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In this week’s episode, Russ, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn step away from news to discuss their few theatrical experiences in 2020, the culture of theater-going versus streaming at home, a slate of excellent films to watch wherever you can, and what to look forward to in 2021.

Happy New Year!

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:46 The best moviegoing moments in 2020.
11:59 Were you able to see new films before and during the pandemic?
18:55 Some of the early titles derailed by the Coronavirus.
20:46 A lot of viewing choices at home, and friend circles versus criticism.
23:00 Did you have any great at-home viewing experiences in 2020?
30:02 What movies do you look forward to watching in 2021?

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In this week’s episode, Russ, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn discuss Warner Bros. announcement to stream the entire 2021 film slate on HBO Max, what was covered in Disney’s Investor Day presentation, and the responses from different circuits on the recently announced streaming plans of the major studios.

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What to Listen For

00:00 Intro
01:03 How does everyone feel about year 2020 ending
04:22 Warner Bros. moved its entire slate day-and-date on theatrical and HBO Max in 2021
10:01 How circuits respond to Warner Brother’s announcement
14:25 Should film rental be reduced from the current 57%, if the window between a theatrical release and a streaming release is reduced?
18:51 Disney announced its pivot to streaming on Disney Investor Day
27:17 Update on Avatar 2
31:11 What upcoming project was announced in the Disney Investor Day
34:48 What titles in the first quarter can help in the recovery?

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In this week’s episode, Russ, Daniel, and Rebecca talk to John Fithian, CEO of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO). They discuss the recent updates in the passing of the next stimulus package, shifts to the theatrical exclusivity window, and the communication strategy in promoting a safe return to cinemas.

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00:00 Intro
01:48 What's at stake with the next stimulus package?
10:48 What is slowing down recovery efforts in the US?
14:19 Reactions to shifts in theatrical exclusivity
17:49 Different proposals during the pandemic to change how movies are released
21:55 Fallout from Warner Bros. HBO Max plans
24:06 Timeframe for recovery in the US
28:20 Campaigns to promote a return to cinemas

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In this week’s episode, Russ, Rebecca, and Shawn talk about the box office numbers of The Croods: A New Age on Thanksgiving weekend, updates on the release schedule of some upcoming movies, the possible outcome of Wonder Woman 1984 domestic theater release, and the upcoming Boxoffice Podcast anniversary.

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00:00 Intro.
01:35 Boxoffice on Thanksgiving weekend
02:47 The Croods: A New Age in the box office
07:17 Universal moved The 355 to 2022
07:55 Can The Croods: A New Age play long enough in theaters?
09:35 Where is 2020 going to end in the box office?
10:48 Updates on Monster Hunter and News of the World
13:02 The impact of Wonder Woman 1984 release
17:54 Possible numbers for Wonder Woman 1984 opening weekend and domestic theater run
24:01 What classic movie you'll watch in a theater
27:25 Will there be more movie release schedule changes?
30:09 Domestic industry to possibly restart by April 2021 - John Fithian
31:10 We need to have an anniversary episode
32:42 Look forward to our guest next week!

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In this week’s episode, Russ, Daniel, and Rebecca talk about Cinemark’s shortened theatrical window deal with Universal, and break down recent statements from leading distribution executives on PVOD, theatrical exclusivity windows, co-existing with streaming, and reaching out to non-regular moviegoers.

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00:00 Intro.
02:48 Cineplex joins AMC, Cinemark in offering private rentals.
04:17 Cinemark signs shortened theatrical window with Universal.
08:20 What happens to smaller and low performing films?
11:31 Details on “Cinemark’s Dynamic Window.”
14:42 Distributors certain theatrical windows will shrink.
17:41 How do exhibitors co-exist with streaming platforms?
21:58 A lack of marketing spend for new releases.
24:51 Appealing to more moviegoers.
27:13 How to reach people who don't go to the cinema anymore.
30:14 Unity between exhibition and distribution is critical.
33:28 Don't forget to take the survey!

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In this week’s episode, Russ and Rebecca talk about Cinemark’s Q3 earnings call, the future of title by title negotiations, and updates on Disney’s release schedule.

Rich Daughtridge, President and CEO of Warehouse Cinemas, joins Daniel and Rebecca to discuss opening in the theater in the midst of a global pandemic; how their SkyVUE concept changes the moviegoing experience; the theater’s visuals, designs, and restaurant-like food selection; and reaching out to audiences through social media marketing.

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00:00 Intro
00:56 Check out our survey!
01:20 Cinemark earnings call - dynamic theatrical windows
04:19 The future of title by title negotiations
07:17 Additional Disney release schedule changes
09:40 Let's meet Rich Daughtridge of Warehouse Cinemas
11:05 Why Warehouse Cinemas opened during Covd
13:42 The Everyday Hero brand for warehouse Cinemas
16:20 What's the SkyVUE concept?
22:32 The Movie-Matters marketing movement
25:08 The special drink for Unhinged movie screening
27:23 Convincing the Department of Commerce that movie going is safe
30:06 Attendance arc at Maryland theater
31:35 Visuals and design feels like a slick restaurant
33:22 Information sharing and best practices in catering moviegoers
38:21 Free Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA) membership for six months
39:40 Don't forget to check out our quick survey!

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In this week’s episode, Daniel and Rebecca discuss the latest updates from Q3 earnings calls, including AMC Theatres, Marcus Theatres, IMAX, and Kinepolis.

Laura Houlgatte Abbott, CEO of UNIC, Europe’s cinema trade association, joins the podcast to talk about the second round of closures across the continent.

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00:00 Intro
01:51 Answer the survey and leave us a feedback
02:43 Q3 recap
04:10 Many AMC locations in the US are on weekend-only schedule
07:05 Marcus Theatres reports Q3 figures
08:46 Q3 earnings call for IMAX
12:28 Kinepolis Q3 earnings call
14:04 Which markets under UNIC are closing?
15:25 Has the situation escalated to full closure?
16:34 The second cycle of closure in Europe
18:10 A deadline should be set for reviewing the safety measures
20:06 What's the impact on local studios ordered to shut down?
21:38 What has the European section learned from the initial shut down?
24:02 Some territories, with available new titles, are more successful than others
27:42 European state aid is making a difference

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In this week’s episode, Rebecca, Russ, and Shawn touch on Studio Movie Grill’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy announcement, new restrictions—including, in some cases, closures—among European cinemas and what the slate holds for Q4 2020.

Rebecca and Russ talk to Lela Meadow-Conner, the Executive Director of the Film Festival Alliance (FFA) — a collaborative global community for mission-driven film festivals, about the effect of the shutdown on the fall festival scene, virtual programmings of local festivals, and how festivals can work together with their exhibitor partners.

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00:00 Intro
00:42 Don't forget to take the survey!
01:03 What we will discuss today
01:29 Studio Movie Grill announced Chapter 11 bankruptcy
04:04 Some European cinemas face closure
05:19 Other regions in Europe are dealing with restrictions, some are enforcing curfews
07:32 Freaky and Croods are the major releases until December
10:28 Ghostbusters pushed to June next year
11:19 Christmas time still packed with movie releases
13:46 Who's excited to see Wonder Woman?
15:04 Regional film festivals are still promoting movies
16:02 The effect of COVID shutdown on the fall festival circuit
17:32 The innovations by the festival circuit
19:51 The importance of the audience as a stakeholder in festivals
21:19 Volunteers make up the core of every film festivals
24:39 The future of relationships between festivals, physical theaters, and distributors
27:31 What's the point of festivals for filmmakers?
29:39 Film festivals have this trusted curatorial voice
31:32 Marketing timeline has changed, catching people's attention is the key
33:58 A lot of festivals still have good programming
35:44 Inviting everyone to join the quick survey!

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In this week’s episode, Daniel, Rebecca, and Jesse Rifkin, Boxoffice Pro analyst, discuss the top 5 films in this week’s box office, Two Hearts’ massive YouTube trailer views, and New York state's new reopening guidelines.

Rebecca and Daniel talk to Joe Masher, the current National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) Treasurer and COO of Bow Tie Cinemas -- the oldest theater circuit in North America, about the political conflict hindering the reopening of theaters in New York city and the guidelines set for some theaters to open in New York state.

Join us to find out more about the developing NATO appeal for cinemas to finally re-open.

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[00:00:50] Movie theaters to reopen in New York state, except NY city area
[00:04:20] This week's Top 5 box office
[00:06:20] Two Hearts film ranked 6th place
[00:07:26] Chris Charalambous on acquiring titles and deciding the release dates
[00:09:28] Two Hearts' YouTube trailer views
[00:10:57] Loren Schwartz on marketing a movie in this pandemic
[00:12:59] The importance of a diverse film calendar
[00:14:20] How attainable it is to adapt to safety standards
[00:18:10] Theaters can reopen in counties with 2% or less infection rate
[00:18:49] Strict air filtration upgrades in theaters
[00:21:00] Complicated and complex air handling guidelines
[00:22:46] Instead of regional, reopening should be based on county numbers
[00:26:18] You can't close down borders between the boroughs
[00:27:31] The Aurora theater in East Aurora, New York
[00:29:54] New York city lost most of its Art Houses
[00:31:10] Lawsuits and the continued closure of theaters in other states
[00:34:24] When is New York city going to reopen?
[00:36:32] There must be a good list of titles for theaters to remain open

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Inclusivity Initiatives Hispanic Heritage Month, Disney on New Streaming Ecosystem

In this week’s episode, Russ and Daniel analyze a dramatic week in the cinema industry, going over the role major studios and exhibition circuits are playing amidst a major shift in the theatrical distribution model.

Daniel talks to Rolando Rodriguez, CEO of Marcus Theatres––the fourth-largest cinema chain in the United States––and the new Chairman of the National Association of Theatre Owners, about the importance of embracing diverse audiences on the occasion of Hispanic Heritage month.

Join us to find out about the latest developments affecting the movie theater industry, and how cinemas are navigating the financial fall-out from the Covid-19 pandemic.

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[00:01:09] No Time to Die is pushed to 2021.
[00:03:02] Cineworld closed all their screens.
[00:07:40] When Universal dropped Trolls World Tour to PVOD
[00:12:23] Disney's new streaming ecosystem
[00:15:16] VUE International shows flexibility on windows
[00:16:00] Rolando Rodriguez on theatrical exclusivity
[00:17:41] Is Disney totally out of theatrical exhibition?
[00:21:36] Keeping up with cinematic universes
[00:23:17] Meet Rolando Rodriguez, CEO of Marcus Theaters & NATO Chairman
[00:24:54] What role do Latin American audiences play in the industry?
[00:27:54] 26% of frequent moviegoers are Hispanic
[00:32:02] How to see more diversity within the exhibition industry?
[00:39:05] The enthusiasm of Hispanic audiences
[00:40:40] Hispanic consumers: a regional or national conversation?
[00:43:25] The importance of Hispanic consumers to the economy
[00:46:18] Diverse audiences engage with diverse content
[00:50:13] Reinforcing existing habits and customs into the US market
[00:52:14] Affordable entertainment for underserved communities
[00:53:52] Reconnecting with a lost audience
[00:54:49] The lack of product while theaters are open
[00:56:14] Underserved communities lack an outlet or any form of entertainment

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The Karo Film Group is a leading motion picture exhibition company owning and operating 31 modern movie theatres comprising of 197 screens in Moscow, the Moscow region, St. Petersburg, Nizhniy Novgorod, Samara, Kazan, Kaliningrad and Surgut and serves nearly 12 million visitors per year.

In today’s episode, Rebecca and Daniel sit down with Olga Zinyakova, President of Karo Films and Paul Heth, Karo’s Executive Chairman & CEO. They talk about the introduction of modern style cinemas in Russia, smart programming films to drive viewership, Karo's plans for 2021, and Cineworld's temporary closure.

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[00:00:44] No Time to Die release date delayed
[00:01:55] Cineworld to temporarily suspend operations beginning October 8th
[00:04:57] Other exhibitors might announce temporary closure too
[00:07:25] One movie isn't enough to bring people back in cinemas
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[00:10:07] The Russian market in the exhibition industry
[00:11:37:] Paul Heth: How he revived the Russian film industry
[00:15:21] The partnership with Ikea
[00:18:49] Update on Russian cinema status after reopening
[00:21:45] What happened right after the Russsion market reopened?
[00:26:23] Smart programming of films drive more viewership
[00:28:48] The KARO Black Premium offers
[00:31:00] KARO Art: bringing first-time filmmakers festival products
[00:32:55] Many city cinemas have poor movie-going experience
[00:37:43] The effect of movie schedule changes in the Russian market
[00:42:03] Disney booked dates for their products until 2028

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We Are Parable started out as an intention to screen their favorite film in their local cinema. Seven years later, the husband and wife tandem created an avenue of cinematic events focused on creating unique film viewing experiences for Black audiences in the UK.

In today’s episode, Rebecca, Russ, and Shawn talk to Anthony Andrews, the Co-Founder of We Are Parable. They uncover how the company started out, award-winning director Spike Lee’s involvement with them forming key relationships within the industry, attracting vulnerable and targeted audiences to visit cinemas again, and a little bit on Disney’s update of new movie releases.

Listen to how independent cinemas are performing in the UK!

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[00:00:50] Take part in the Boxoffice Podcast survey.
[00:01:22] Fourth weekend of Tenet's release.
[00:03:20] List of the latest movie release dates.
[00:04:29] Reaching $100 million for the next four to six weeks domestically may not happen.
[00:06:38] From no new release to multiple product releases into the Thanksgiving weekend.
[00:08:54] How Death of the Nile will perform?
[00:10:12] Disney's strategy this year.
[00:12:22] Soul didn't get pushed to Disney Plus.
[00:14:00] Reception of the BTS (South Korean boyband) movie
[00:15:04] There are a couple of big film anniversaries this year.
[00:16:23] Get to know We Are Parable.
[00:18:26] What We Are Parable does to sell screenings as events?
[00:22:02] Do the same audiences return to every event?
[00:23:36] What convinced you to create events around black cinema as a viable business?
[00:27:33] The next event with Spike Lee was held in a 400-seat cinema planned within 3 days.
[00:30:00] We Are Parable has formed key relationships after the Spike Lee event.
[00:34:20] Distributors are reaching out to organizations to reach particular target audiences.
[00:36:06] How distributors will attract specific and vulnerable audiences to come watch in cinemas again.
[00:40:25] How did the We Are Parable first in-person screening after shutdown go?
[00:44:32] We try to communicate and alleviate some concerns of the audience.
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In today’s episode, Rebecca, Daniel, and Shawn talk to Tori Baker, Salt Lake Film Society (SLFS) President and CEO. They discuss the @homeArts initiative, maintaining audience loyalty to local art houses, the importance of reinforcing theatrical behavior, and what state virtual screening is currently at.

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[00:01:20] Tenet is at a 35% drop from last week with a little over $25 million worldwide.
[00:03:00] Tenet successfully opened in Japan at 50% theater capacity, less than a million in Mexico with 88% seating capacity.
[00:04:57] The current number one movie only made under $5 million domestically.
[00:06:22] Drive-ins' domestic market share for Tenet.
[00:08:18] New Mutants showed some staying power, down just 22% from last weekend.
[00:10:43] The Salt lake Film Society launched SLFS@Home program.
[00:11:55] Where does virtual theatrical go?
[00:13:11] Immediate Accelerator studio: reinforcing theatrical.
[00:16:51] Launching was delayed because tests were being done, booking power of the technology was also increased.
[00:20:08] With virtual theatrical, theaters should maintain their brand and audience.
[00:21:00] Audiences are loyal to the independent and art house local to their community.
[00:22:31] The importance of reinforcing theatrical behaviors.
[00:25:01] People will donate above and beyond if you're the home of a certain cause they support.
[00:27:15] The underserved audiences can enjoy these virtual screens.
[00:32:33] The exclusivity of appointment viewing.
[00:36:38] The power of cinemas in local communities.

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In today’s episode, Russ, Shawn, and Rebecca discuss Tenet’s gross on its second weekend, list of major films to open in November and December, and counterprogramming that can potentially reel in more people into theaters.

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[00:01:11] Tenet dropped to $6 million on the second weekend, from a little over $9 million the previous week.
[00:04:30] Tenet's real gross income with US and Canada openings combined.
[00:06:06] Studios and exhibitors are still too dependent on detailed release figures.
[00:08:29] Wonder Woman 1984 release date has been pushed in December.
[00:09:53] List of movies set to come out in late September and towards the end of the fourth quarter.
[00:14:21] Black Widow's delayed release will affect the release of future Marvel movies.
[00:16:04] Freaky and Connected movies might help bring some people back in theaters.
[00:18:37] Contenders are lining up in time for the festival and award season.
[00:19:27] New film releases are more of a symbolic solidarity with exhibition types of releases.
[00:22:21] We will need more than just one movie to pull everybody back to theaters.
[00:24:30] What horror films to expect in October?
[00:25:15] Other interesting films that have huge potential to bring people in theaters before 2020 ends.
[00:26:55] Mulan reaches $23 million gross in China.
[00:29:02] Free Guy and The Croods: New Age will open in December.
[00:31:28] What movies are you eager to see in the theaters?
[00:33:55] Tenet has grossed over $200 million globally.

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In today’s episode, Russ, Daniel, and Shawn discuss Tenet’s opening week in local theaters, controversy surrounding Disney’s Mulan, and why new wide releases are important to the industry’s recovery efforts.

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[00:01:09] How was your movie going experience?
[00:01:39] Casinos are operating at reduced capacity in New York, no regular basic timeframe for cinemas to reopen.
[00:02:20] Tenet is nearing a $115 million benchmark after two weekends in the global box office.
[00:06:23] The directing style and artistry of Christopher Nolan.
[00:07:43] Mulan released on Disney Plus.
[00:09:10] Tenet might become a blueprint for Wonder Woman and many other movies in the future.
[00:12:08] Tenet can't play in drive-ins where indoor theaters aren't open.
[00:13:58] Nolan's films do well with adults about 25 years old and older.
[00:15:13] The impact of COVID-19 to the entertainment and media industry.
[00:17:28] The controversy surrounding Mulan and its lead star.
[00:20:30] Mulan will open on China and Russia, Tenet is nearing its third weekend globally.
[00:21:35] One more new wide release in the US market to further help the industry recover.
[00:23:05] Communicating to audiences that theaters are already opening remains a challenge.
[00:24:20] The future of theaters isn't dependent on how Tenet performs.
[00:25:40] Lesser promotional ads for new movies play a big part in the effectiveness of word-of-mouth and audience outreach.

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In today’s episode, Russ, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn discuss California’s safer economy blueprint at 25% capacity in select counties, successful films pre-COVID, international film festivals, and Paramount and Disney’s list of releases pushed back in 2021.

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[00:01:31] Tenet opened internationally with a promising start.
[00:02:45] Tom Cruise helped promote Tenet by posting a video of himself watching the film in a theater on social media.
[00:04:07] Which movie star can convince you to watch a film.
[00:06:11] California governor released a safer economy blueprint where in some counties can allow theaters to open at 25% capacity.
[00:09:17] 62% more or less of the domestic market is open.
[00:10:20] Disney is still waiting on reopening plans of major circuits.
[00:12:18] Can there be a new film that might have a 2nd and 3rd weekend better than its opening week?
[00:15:09] Paramount mostly vacated their 2020 releases.
[00:19:21] The Personal History of David Copperfield was released on 1,360 screens over the weekend.
[00:22:14] In this recovery effort, the word of mouth promotes movie-going experience watching the film and going to the cinemas.
[00:23:12] Frank Rodriguez, head of distribution at Searchlight said they are completely committed to theatrical and didn't venture into the PVOD space.
[00:25:06] Nomad Land which is well received on the critic circuit.
[00:25:39] Venice and Toronto International Film Festival are actually having physical film festivals in September.
[00:27:08] What does the festival season look like this year?
[00:30:42] What movies have broken through the cultural conversation in 2020?
[00:31:21] Farewell to Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman.
[00:33:34] Hamilton and The Host have made some noise in 2020.
[00:36:43] Bad Boys For Life and Invisible Man were shown pre COVID and grossed well.
[00:37:28] Movies now have bigger opportunities to perform after release because there aren't many new films being released.
[00:39:16] It's all about the fact that films will have longer screens, gross figures can't be compared.
[00:42:12] Tenet can screen for weeks.
[00:44:31] It makes sense to delay Kingsman's release in February.

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In today’s episode, Russ, Daniel, and Rebecca discuss reopening progress in China and UK, guidelines and safety protocols being implemented, and stringent mask-wearing in auditoriums.

Tune in for more local and global reopening updates.

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[00:01:37] China experienced $100 million plus new title launch.
[00:03:44] Unhinged has rolled out in the global box office.
[00:05:48] Majority of screens in the UK have opened up on July 4.
[00:06:58] UK's Cinema First launched the Love Cinema Campaign.
[00:08:14] Cinema First is concerned about how safe moviegoers feel during the reopening.
[00:11:13] Wearing of masks or face covering is essential when moving around in common areas, hallways, and lobbies.
[00:14:09] Guidelines that either meet or exceed CDC provisions.
[00:17:42] Potential risk factors in any activity: distance, dose of potential virus, and duration.
[00:20:21] As we become comfortable with the safety protocols, we become less vigilant about the protective measures.
[00:22:30] How thorough theaters are with in-theater mask enforcement?
[00:27:30] No published study yet that links an outbreak to cinemas.
[00:30:36] Make sure standards and protocols are adhered to for the future of the industry.
[00:32:13] A lot of air filtration systems in US theaters are at par with the most stringent retail systems.
[00:34:11] Not everyone knows the difference between different exhibitor auditoriums.

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[00:01:17] Movie theaters are opening again.
[00:02:49] Cineplex already has 80% of their theaters open.
[00:03:12] AMC theaters open with special Centennial pricing.
[00:03:33:] Big reopenings for big theater chains.
[00:04:25] Redding International: the ups and downs of reopening and closing their theaters.
[00:06:17] Recent New Zealand COVID outbreak.
[00:07:02] Cinema chains in the US are launching their own streaming VOD platforms.
[00:08:37] Independent art house exhibitors banded together to show films with technology cinema.
[00:10:44] Cinemas in New York and New Jersey still aren't opening.
[00:14:03] What are considered essential when it comes to businesses reopening?
[00:16:16] The potential second shutdown of cinemas in any region.
[00:17:36] Films showing in Canada: domestic film in Quebec, Russell Crowe's Unhinged, and Paramount's SpongeBob.
[00:19:05] Harry Potter: The Sorcerer's Stone re-release opened with $13.6 million in China.
[00:20:59] Re-release of Inception in 15 screens in Saudi Arabia (for a limited basis) grossed $186,000.
[00:22:05] The unexpected well-received Greenland film in the international box office.
[00:23:48] Gerard Butler might be our new Alfred Hitchcock.
[00:25:22] The roles domestic titles will have in the market.
[00:27:34] Audience engagement campaigns pop up to save adversely affected cinemas.
[00:29:20] One interesting engagement campaign happened in Japan.

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In today’s episode, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn discuss the multi-million dollar losses of theater chains, Q2 investor meetings, how international exhibitors are bouncing back, the PVOD shortened window deal, and new film releases.

Tune in to hear how cinemas are dealing with theatrical limitations.

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[00:01:24] Reopening dates for Cinemark and Marcus.
[00:02:54] AMC theaters reported $561.2 million loss
[00:04:04] AMC has new PVOD shortened window deal with Universal
[00:05:31] With streaming, the streamers will advertise their own platforms.
[00:07:27] PVOD dates of films won't be released until 10 days or two weekends into the film's theatrical run.
[00:08:30] Imax auditoriums are more favorable to social distancing
[00:09:04] Peninsula earned Imax its first million since the pandemic began.
[00:11:15] South Korea, Japan, France, and China's older Hollywood release are doing well.
[00:12:43] The Paramount Decrees are done for.
[00:14:46] It's expensive and a little risky to own or buy a movie theater chain.
[00:16:18] Multinational global circuits acquisitions are on pause due to the pandemic.
[00:20:45] For the rest of the year, theaters might reopen in limited terms.
[00:22:55] Now, the opening weekend can't be a way to measure a film's success.
[00:23:57] Any film that does well in theaters won't be rushed to PVOD.
[00:24:48] Universal Studios doesn't have a long list of films coming out any time soon.

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In today’s episode, we speak with Logan Crow, an avid and lifelong enthusiast of art house cinemas and founder of the Frida Cinema. Film streaming has gained a new height, theater Drive-Ins are now more family-oriented, and non-profit movie houses are more likely to survive than for-profit cinemas.

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Sustainability seems scarce these days, how do circuits remain open without new products?

We spoke with the CEO of Classic Cinemas Chris Johnson, a veteran in running circuit chains and whose family is heavily involved in the cinema sector. They closed their theaters in June, clearly imperceptive that it may remain closed for a while longer. Even with their efforts to adhere to the health department’s safety protocols, staying open was a losing battle.

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[00:02:00] Tenet's new release date: September 3rd
[00:04:15] Movie theaters across the world have reopened but are waiting for new releases from US studios.
[00:05:50] Chris Johnson's family involvement and history in the cinema sector.
[00:08:06] For a big circuit, what challenges did the past months pose for Classic Cinemas?
[00:10:52] Reach out to everyone (Health Department, Authorities, etc) before you open to make sure that it fits safety protocols.
[00:13:01] Tivoli (in Illinois) negotiated 50% capacity but was only allowed 50 people max with one screen.
[00:14:28] You have tenants that rely on the traffic you provide them, without the traffic, nearby businesses close.
[00:16:19] All experiencial destinations rely on each other. They like to cluster to create a one-stop entertainment area.
[00:20:05] The future of this industry shouldn't rely on the release of one film.
[00:22:52] "I want to avoid opening and closing, opening and closing. I want to be able to sustain." - Chris Johnson
[00:24:54] It's not about the movie going but about what you saw when you watched the movie. It's about the experience of watching in the cinema.
[00:27:11] When the virus threat subsides, the industry will be different, but it will be strong.
[00:29:] Next week: Interview with Freda Cinema

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Theaters closing again will hurt consumer confidence, so what are they doing to weather the storm?

We spoke with Byron Berkley, the president & treasurer of the Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA) and an independent exhibitor himself. The expectation was for small exhibitors to run on repertory content until big studios put down new releases, but the coronavirus has turned weeks of anticipation to months of struggle.

Listen to hear how corporate decisions are affecting independent exhibitors!

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[00:00:51] Tenet release date is pushed back and removed from the release schedule
[00:02:00] Independent Cinema Alliance and the independent theaters they represent and support in the country.
[00:05:06] "We didn't anticipate the increase of virus infection that brought in changes and we've been bouncing back and forth between requirements and regulations." - Byron Berkley
[00:06:34] It's easier for independent cinemas to remain open for a time, and close again if they need to.
[00:07:45] Most indoor theaters have only sold a few tickets, since most anticipated films aren't being released.
[00:09:30] It's not like in the US where independent cinemas have a large representation across the country.
[00:10:38] Major circuits operations will survive, they are all highly leveraged financially.
[00:12:15] What can studios do to help independent cinemas? There's only so much the studios can do to help.
[00:13:08] Ways that the industry could change a few things in the coming months after cinemas open up to make it easier for independent cinemas to recover.
[00:15:04] Independent cinemas complaint on studio policies: They don't always want to make all pictures available at all times.
[00:15:27] The National Association of Theater Owners released a campaign called Save Your Cinema, which is asking moviegoers to help independent cinemas.
[00:16:21] The entire industry wants to make sure that the re-opening effort is done as safely as possible.
[00:17:28] Daniel: "There isn't a big independent presence in the places I lived in until North Carolina where my parents frequented the carousel theater."
[00:18:38] The Manner Twin (acquired by Regal) in Charlotte
[00:20:30] Independent cinemas are essential for people to find a love for film.
[00:21:35] Cinemas are job generators and job creators for a lot of teenagers. It is a first time job for a lot of folks.

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Is shifting to a drive-in model the best thing theaters can do right now?

Today we’re talking to Doreen Sayegh, she’s been in the business for over 30 years, but the COVID crisis forced her to close the doors of her family operated Cranford Theater. Despite recent lawsuits between major theaters and New Jersey, she’s made a very successful pivot into starting (and selling out tickets) for her new theater, the Cranford Theater Drive-In.

Hear how she’s dealing with the changing movie-going market!

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What will the rest of the year look like for cinemas?

Today on the Boxoffice Podcast: Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle review the last six months of 2020, the realistic possibilities of contactless theaters, and the transition to paid VOD for major films.

Listen in to hear the adaptive marketing initiatives of leading film exhibitors!

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How are independent exhibitors holding up?

Today, on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle, with guest Anthony Fykes; discuss the history of Next Act Cinema, how the sense of community helped build the theater’s brand, and the programming that captivated movie-goers.

Listen in to hear how local art house cinemas are doing right now!

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Support Fundraising Campaign
Next Act Cinema Website

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Round & round the release carousel goes, but what are the effects of the ever-changing dates?

Today on the Boxoffice Podcast: Spongebob goes PVOD, release dates across the board continue to shift, and most importantly despite substantial losses in the first quarter of 2020 box office results are now trending upwards.

Listen in for the latest cinema news & numbers!

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If cinemas open as planned, would you feel comfortable enough to go?

On this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast: Insights and implications of Tenet’s new release date, Cineworld dropped it’s planned acquisition of Cineplex, Little Women’s box office report, along with continued concerns around what the movie going experience will look like in the coming months.

And on a lighter note, the movies we couldn’t bear finishing and a few we walked out on.

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Theaters are reopening, what’s next?

Today on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle give us an update on recent news of theaters opening around the country, the strategies behind event cinemas in a world of social distancing, along with sound bytes from Bernadette McCabe (Fathom Events), Letha Steffey (EVP), and Marc Allenby (CEO, Trafalgar Releasing)

Listen in to hear how event cinema is dealing with current challenges!

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Are you curious about the progression of movie theaters reopening?

On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guests Rebecca Pahle discuss the current scope of reopenings, with statements from guests of Boxoffice Pro Live Sessions, Darek Heat, Marianne Abiaad, Rob Lehman, and Jason Ostrow.

Tune in to hear the details on current cinema reopening procedures.

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Episode Resources:

Boxoffice PRO LIVE Sessions: Planning for Sanitation Around Reopening
Star Cinema Grill Announces Reopening Plan for Remaining Locations
Studio Movie Grill to Open First Theaters on June 19; Hires Former AMC Executive as Head of Revenue and Marketing
Cinemark Announces Four-Phase Reopening for U.S. Movie Theaters, Starting June 19
Kinepolis Group to Reopen Cinemas in Multiple Countries Throughout June
Reading International Announces Phased Cinema Re-Openings in Australia, New Zealand
50% Capacity, Face Masks Optional: Guidelines for the Reopening of French Cinemas

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Ready to head back to theaters, but concerned about the sanitary procedures at the concessions?

On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guests Rebecca Pahle and Senior Vice President of Malco Theatres, Larry Etter, discuss new food and beverage trends, pricing, and guidelines.

Listen in to hear how concessions will change post-COVID.

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Long Range Box Office Tracking 2020
Malco to Reopen Memphis Summer Drive-In Theater on May 15

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How will cinema productions shutdown affect the movie business for the foreseeable future?

On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Anousha Sakoui of the LA Times, will discuss how Covid-19 has altered the Hollywood production pipeline, anticipated protocols on film sets, and an analysis of release schedule logistics.

Tune in to learn about guidelines for productions during the pandemic!

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Long Range Box Office Forecast: Proposed Changes and Strategies for the 2020 Release Calendar
COVID-19 and the Box Office: Industry Analysts on the 2020 Release Calendar, PVOD, and Theatrical Exclusivity

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Did you know that drive-in theaters are finally making a comeback?

In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Chris Eggertsen, discuss the resurgence of drive-in movie theaters, their history, and modernizing the drive-in experience.

Listen in and head to the drive-in with us!

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Parking Lot Cinema: How Movie Theaters Are Converting to Drive-Ins During the Pandemic
Malco to Reopen Memphis Summer Drive-In Theater on May 15
Tribeca Enterprises, Imax, and AT&T Announce Nationwide Summer Drive-In Series
Cinema Technology Community Releases Drive-In Movie Screenings Guide
This Week on The Boxoffice Podcast: Social Distancing in Cinemas and the 2020 Release Calendar

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After weeks of closures how will social distancing affect our return to the cinemas?

In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Shawn Robbins, discuss some world-wide theaters reopening dates, social distancing procedures that will be applied to movie-going, and the upcoming movie release schedule.

Tune in to be prepared to get back to the cinema experience!

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How Movie Theaters Are Redefining Sanitation Standards Post-Covid-19
National CineMedia Survey Finds Enthusiasm for a Return to the Movies
Cinergy Entertainment to Reopen Texas and Oklahoma Theaters May 8th and May 11th
Parking Lot Cinema: How Movie Theaters Are Converting to Drive-Ins During the Pandemic
Tribeca Enterprises, Imax, and AT&T Announce Nationwide Summer Drive-In Series

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Will streaming from home replace the movie going experience?

On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with Shawn Robbins and special guest Damon Wolf, CMO and Head of Global Distribution of Lionsgate, discuss a few theater’s plans to reopen, the genesis of Lionsgate Live, and how the industry has endured as an important facet of the human experience.

Listen in as we all anticipate the return to theaters!

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CMX Cinemas, the 8th Largest Circuit in North America, Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Texas Governor to Allow Stay-At-Home Order to Expire, Theaters Ponder Re-Opening
Two Texas Circuits to Open Select Movie Theaters This Saturday
ShowBiz Cinemas to Open Texas and Oklahoma Locations on May 18
Lionsgate Live Website

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What will it take for movie theaters to be able to return to normal once they reopen?

Today on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria go over White House guidelines and prospective processes, potential worldwide reopening dates, and what movies might be available at those times.

Tune in to stay in the know of the procedures for cinema reopenings.

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Cinemas Listed Under ‘Phase One’ of White House’s Plan to Reopen the Economy
Georgia Governor to Allow Theaters to Reopen as of Monday, April 27
NATO On Early State Reopenings: “New Wide Release Movies Are Unlikely To Be Available”
IFC To Make 200 Films Available to Cinemas for Free

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How are European theaters handling the pandemic?

On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer with Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle, expand upon key topics from the Boxoffice Live Sessions webinar with the International Union of Cinemas - such as what the UNIC is, the European stimulus package for cinemas, and promotional campaigns to help moviegoers return to cinemas.

Listen in for more information on Europe’s plans to reopen their cinemas!

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Boxoffice LIVE Sessions Recap: UNIC’s Insights on the European Cinema Market
Long Range Box Office Tracking

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What is the “new normal” of the cinema industry?

On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, along with statements by Matthew Bakal from Atom Tickets and Jeff Rosenfeld from Cinemark, discuss theaters newest strategies to generate income, if these strategies will stick around, and what companies are focusing on for the future.

Listen in to learn how to support recovery of the movie business!

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Atom Tickets Webpage
Cinemark Webpage
Long Range Box Office Tracking: Which Films Are Most Likely to Be Rescheduled Next Amid COVID-19’s Impact on the 2020 & 2021 Calendars

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What do the coming months have in store for the movie business?

On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with Rebecca Pahle discuss the LIVE Sessions webinar.

In the webinar John Fithian and Patrick Corcoran answer important topics and questions on NATO actions, long-term impact, and what recovery will look like.Tune in to stay informed on what’s next for the cinema industry!

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Boxoffice Pro LIVE Sessions: NATO’s John Fithian on the State of the Cinema Industry During the COVID-19 Crisis
NATO of California/Nevada Establishes $1.25M Relief Fund for Theaters
Long Range Box Office Tracking Amid COVID-19 Impact on 2020-2022 Calendars

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Can virtual solutions enable theaters to stay open at this time?

On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria with special guest Richard Lorber of Kino Lorber, discuss Virtual Theatrical as an alternative to a straight-to-video, how movie theaters can sign up for it, and ways moviegoers can continue to support their local movie theaters.

Tune in to learn about the Virtual Theatrical solutions for the current state in the industry!

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Kino Marquee’s Virtual Theatrical Site: https://kinonow.com/bacurau-mfa-houston
How Kino Marquee’s Virtual Theatrical Model is Helping Cinemas Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
Five Tips for Staying in Touch With Customers During the Coronavirus Shutdown
Alamo Drafthouse is Making Its Food Recipes Available Online as Part of ‘At Home’ Initiative
AMC Theaters On Demand Site: https://www.amctheatres.com/about/on-demand

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How can movie theatres stay in touch with their customers during this time?

On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria along with Rebecca Pahle, discuss the NATO stimulus package, how cinemas are staying in touch with moviegoers, and how theaters can continue to bring in revenue in this uncertain time.

Listen in to learn some tactics for cinemas and consumers to help each other weather the storm!

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Long Range Box Office Tracking: The Impact of COVID-19 on Springtime & Summer Moviegoing in the U.S.
NATO Applauds Senate Passage of Movie Theater Aid Package
Baltic Cinema Chain Cinamon to Donate Concessions to Local Charities
Sensible Cinema Software Offers Discounts for Independent and Family-Owned Theaters in Need
UNIC Statement on COVID-19’s Impact on the Cinema Industry
GUEST COLUMN: Going to the Movies Saved Me, Now It’s Time to Save “The Movies”

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Worried about the future of the cinema industry?

On this premiere episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria go over their thoughts on current events affecting the industry, potential future implications, and what some in the community have done to help the cinema industry.

Tune in to hear how we can support the cinema community in these uncertain times.

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Springtime Moviegoing in the U.S.
How to Handle Temporary Closures on Google During the COVID-19 Crisis
Theater Owners Urge Passage of Stimulus Legislation Before Congress to Aid Workers and Business Continuity
NATO Statement on Coronavirus and the Movie Theater Industry
UNIC Statement on COVID-19’s Impact on the Cinema Industry
CJCinemaSummit Recap: Exhibitor Resources in the Fight Against COVID-19

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