Podcasts about movie theaters

In this episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, Daniel Loria, Chad Kennerk, Rebecca Pahle, and Albert Lawrence discuss the year's biggest stories, trends, and moviegoing moments in theatrical exhibition for 2025. On the Story of the Year, the team discusses the potential sale of Warner Bros. and its implications for the industry at large. Warner Bros. is named Distributor of the Year for an all-time-great-caliber slate, and independent filmmaker is recognized as the Industry Figure of the Year for his defense and promotion of the theatrical experience. The Viral Marketing Campaign of the Year goes to A Minecraft Movie's Chicken Jockey, and Sony's Demon Slayer Infinity Castle is singled out as the box office surprise of the year. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss the standout performances of 2025, and their favorite movies and movie-going moments of the year.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:00 The Power of Collective Moviegoing02:15 2025 Industry Recap and Episode Overview03:10 Story of the Year Warner Bros Sale06:05 Netflix and Theatrical Windows Shift07:00 Movie of the Year Debate Minecraft vs Ne Zha 209:30 Industry Figure of the Year and Consolidation12:20 Exhibition Trends Event Cinema and Anime15:55 Distributor of the Year Warner Bros20:05 Viral Marketing of the Year Log Truck Campaign24:00 Viral Moviegoing Moment Chicken Jockey26:05 Anime Breakout and Demon Slayer Box Office28:50 Biggest Box Office Disappointments of 202533:00 Best Performances of the Year39:00 Favorite Moviegoing Moments48:00 Best Needle Drops in Movies51:30 Top Movies of 2025

Gen Z moviegoing attendance grew by 25 percent over the last 12 months, according to Cinema United's Strength of Exhibition report. IndieWire executive editor Ryan Lattanzio breaks down the report's findings and explains the factors that encourage people to become "habitual" moviegoers, defined as those who see at least six films a year.

Send us a textWe've got Erin on the red carpet at the 2025 SFFilm Awards Night at Fort Mason in San Francisco! From SFFilm, we've got return guests Executive Director Anne Lai and Director of Programming Jessie Fairbanks. We've also got SFFilm award nominees actress Wunmi Mosaku (from Sinners!!) and director Scott Cooper (from Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) plus actress Odessa Young and designer Zac Posen.  Support your local film festival! Support independent film! Go and watch a movie in a theater!Follow SFFilm HEREFollow Wunmi Mosaku HEREFollow Scot Cooper HEREFollow Odessa Young HEREFollow Zac Posen HERE Support the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without you! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Support Bitch Talk here! Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram, Threads, and Substack Listen every Monday at 7 am on BFF.FM

Will Avengers: Doomsday Be Good plus The Future of Movie Theaters

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Barco, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle cover the latest industry news and preview upcoming releases like Avatar: Fire and Ash, along with its premium technology offerings. Then in the feature segment, Daniel talks to Barco Cinema's vice president of marketing Adam Cassels to discuss the evolution of premium cinema technology, including the rollout of HDR by Barco.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:20 Warner Bros Acquisition Fallout04:25 Global PLF and Cinema Tech News08:10 Mega Entertainment Centers vs Micro Cinemas12:35 Zootopia 2 Hits One Billion13:20 Christmas Corridor Box Office Forecast14:05 Avatar Fire and Ash Opening Outlook19:50 SpongeBob The Housemaid and David26:00 Christmas Day New Releases29:05 Barco Cinema Interview Begins33:10 Laser and HDR Explained38:20 How HDR Changes Moviegoing45:20 Future of Premium Large Format51:00 Episode Wrap and Year End Preview

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz welcomes Jon M. Chu on the opening day of Wicked: For Good, a film that generated exciting audience reactions during test screenings. From his family's Chinese restaurant in Silicon Valley to directing one of the most anticipated musicals in Hollywood history, Jon's journey reveals how generosity, gratitude, and respect for storytelling shape extraordinary movies.The Most Explosive Audience Reaction Ever (00:29): Kevin describes how Wicked test screenings produced reactions unlike anything he'd experienced. The Risk of Adapting a Broadway Phenomenon (03:57): After 20 years of failed attempts by other directors, Jon wasn't sure he should take on Wicked. But Elphaba's lyrics, "something has changed within me," convinced him to take on the project.The House of Stories: A Silicon Valley Restaurant (18:40): Jon's family restaurant, Chef Chu's (now 56 years strong), became "a house of stories,” an intersection where customers shared beginnings and endings while Silicon Valley engineers dreamed of the future.The Spielberg Meeting and the Costume Chest Pitch (29:52): After creating a musical short, Steven Spielberg saw it and invited Jon to Dreamworks. Jon describes the hilarious pitch meeting that included a trunk full of costumes.Finding Cynthia and Ariana: No Chemistry Read Required (41:15): When casting Wicked, Jon was guided by the saying, "It's about the girls, stupid." Cynthia Erivo brought vulnerability and dignity to Elphaba, while Ariana Grande proved to be the perfect choice.The Fiyero Tree Nest: What Cinema Is All About (46:10): Jon breaks down every intentional choice in the intimate scene between Elphaba and Fiyero.What's Next: From Dr. Seuss to Britney Spears (52:59): Jon's upcoming slate includes Oh, The Places You'll Go!,Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the Britney Spears biopic based on The Woman in Me, and a live-action Hot Wheels movie.The Sacred Space of Movie Theaters (56:11): Jon delivers a passionate defense of theatrical exhibition, "You have to put your phone down, sit in the dark with strangers and live through someone else's eyes for two hours.”Jon Chu shows how great art can come from a foundation of gratitude, generosity received and given forward, and unwavering commitment to stories that challenge us to become who we want to be. Host: Kevin GoetzGuest: Jon ChuProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment)For more information about Jon M. Chu:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_M._ChuIMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0160840/Instagram: For more information about Kevin Goetz:- Website: www.KevinGoetz360.com- Audienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678- How to Score in Hollywood: https://www.amazon.com/How-Score-Hollywood-Secrets-Business/dp/198218986X/- Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Substack: @KevinGoetz360- LinkedIn @Kevin Goetz- Screen Engine/ASI Website: www.ScreenEngineASI.com

It's been an unseasonably warm December, and that means the risk of wildfires is relatively high. So, producer Olivia Jewell Love and producer Paul Karolyi discuss how Xcel Energy is preparing for a possible pre-emptive power shutdown this week. Plus, we unravel the mystery of the street safety signs that were hacked last Friday to read “Cars Ruin Cities” and respond to listener questions about movie theaters, tipping, and South Park's latest take on Denver.   Paul talked about the controversy around Xcel's unannounced pre-emptive power shutdowns last year.  What do you think about all these hacked street signs? What would you put on one? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Denver Health Aura Frames - Use code CITYCAST for $35 off Denver Botanic Gardens Foothills Animal Shelter Cozy Earth - Use code COZYDENVER for up to 20% off Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

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Episode 180 of Kliq This bounces between old school habits and modern chaos, with Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver kicking things off on a very specific hill: paper tax documents, physical records, and why trusting everything to "the cloud" feels like inviting trouble. From there it turns into a surprisingly personal holiday conversation, with Kevin talking about why Christmas hits differently for him, and Sean pitching a very "classic TV special" solution that Kevin immediately wants no part of. It is funny, but it is also real in the way this show is at its best. Then the curtain pulls back on Kevin's at home setup and it becomes its own kind of comedy. Spotty cell reception, an ocean view bathroom routine, DirecTV, DVR logic, and a mindset that basically says if you can avoid leaving the house, you should. It is the most Kevin Nash segment possible. The back half goes everywhere in the best way. NFL misery, wrestling lore, commentary talk, and the kind of audience driven questions that send the conversation into unexpected lanes, including a game that absolutely sounds like it should not work on a wrestling podcast and somehow does. If you are in the 11SOFT Club, this one feels like hanging out in the room for the whole ride. For everyone else, go to kliqthistv.com and join the crew for early, ad free episodes and the full pre show vibe. ButcherBox — Go to ButcherBox.com/NASH for free protein in every box for a year, plus $20 off your first box and free shipping. BlueChew — Visit BlueChew.com and try your first month free with promo code NASH, just pay $5 shipping. Get Blitzed — Save 15% at Get-Blitzed.com with code KLIQ at checkout. Ridge Holiday Sale — Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and get up to 47% off at Ridge.com/KLIQ with code KLIQ. 00:00 Kliq This #180: The Death of the Cinema a 00:56 Paper Tax Documents 03:23 Coping with Christmas 07:31 The cell reception at Kev's house 11:52 DET Lions 15:59 BREAK BUTCHERBOX 18:25 Corruption 18:57 Hegseth 23:53 Watergate 26:45 Roy Cone 27:41 skid ratio 33:12 JR and King 35:09 DVR 36:20 Kliq This at The Gathering 36:58 paperwork to become a church 38:14 BREAK BLUECHEW 40:58 www.KliqthisTV.com 41:25 Harry Chapin's "Sequel." 53:25 Randy Orton 57:02 Randy Orton 01:02:01 BREAK Get Blitzed 01:04:37 Porn Name or WWE wrestler? 01:08:55 Netflix/WBD merger 01:24:02 BREAK RIDGE WALLET 01:26:55 Movie offer 01:28:57 Samoa Joe for LA Knight 01:29:25 Phillip Rivers 01:32:04 Pope TNA 01:32:49 WW3 match 01:33:29 Unmasking Rey Mysterio 01:36:57 Similar to "Beast in Me" 01:37:50 OUTRO

Top Stories for December 13th Publish Date: December 13th PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, December 13th and Happy Birthday to Ted Nugent I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Suwanee recognizes Eagle Scout projects Suspect arrested after road rage incident leads to stabbing on I-85 in Gwinnett Peachtree Corners Town Center's movie theater is third major closure of 2025 Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk Break 1: THE STRAND HOLIDAY STORY 1: Suwanee recognizes Eagle Scout projects At November’s City Council meeting, Suwanee took a moment to shine a spotlight on three incredible Eagle Scouts who poured their time, energy, and heart into projects that made the community a little brighter. “Thank you to these young leaders for their creativity and dedication,” the city shared. Here’s what they accomplished: Jocelyn Carsley (Troop 5109) transformed the barn at White Street Park with a kids’ activity area and a colorful mural. Meredith Carsley (Troop 5109) built observation decks for better views at city events. Colin Kenney (Troop 608) revamped the landscaping around the “Mommy” sculpture at PlayTown Suwanee. Amazing work, all around! STORY 2: Suspect arrested after road rage incident leads to stabbing on I-85 in Gwinnett A man accused of stabbing another driver in a road rage clash last month has been arrested, Gwinnett County police announced. The incident happened on Nov. 13 along I-85 South. Peter Chai, the victim, told officers he got into a heated exchange with a white van. Things escalated fast. According to police, the van’s driver, Yoandry Rincon, got out, approached Chai’s window, and stabbed him in the chest. Chai fought back—grabbing a bat from his car—which sent Rincon running back to his van. Chai was hospitalized but has since recovered. Rincon? He’s now in Gwinnett County Jail, facing aggravated assault charges. STORY 3: Peachtree Corners Town Center's movie theater is third major closure of 2025 It’s been a tough year for Peachtree Corners Town Center, and now there’s more bad news to close out 2025—CMX Cinebistro has shut its doors. The theater, which opened in March 2019, quietly disappeared from the CMX website, though it was still being hyped on social media just a few months ago as the go-to spot for date nights and family outings. This marks the third big closure in six months. Lazy Dog left in July, blaming parking headaches, and Uncle Jack’s Meat House followed in August. For a six-year-old development, it’s starting to feel like a rough patch. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets - DTL HOLIDAY STORY 4: Housing Matters: HUD pauses changes to housing grants after lawsuit The cost of living is crushing, and it’s forcing people into impossible situations—cramped hotel rooms, shelters, or worse, the streets. Here’s the latest on housing and homelessness: HUD’s Homeless Aid Shake-Up Hits Pause The Trump administration’s plan to cap grants for permanent housing and programs like those supporting transgender communities has been put on hold after a lawsuit. Critics say the changes would displace 170,000 people. HUD now promises a revised policy by January. Atlanta Food Bank’s Big Push With demand up 70%, the Atlanta Community Food Bank is racing to collect 10 million meals by year’s end. A $100,000 match doubles every donation. Housing Market Stalls New home listings dropped 1.7%—the sharpest decline in two years. Buyers and sellers are waiting, unsure of what 2026 will bring. STORY 5: Kim Peeples makes a lifelong impact on Brookwood’s theater family For Kim Peeples, music isn’t just a career—it’s her heartbeat. She retired from Brookwood High in 2019, but let’s be honest, she never really left. This year, she hit a milestone: her 100th musical production, “String,” which won the region one-act competition. Peeples’ journey with Brookwood started in the early ’80s, when she was fresh out of college and working under her middle school chorus teacher, Lori Ziecker. “Lori was everything,” Peeples said, her voice catching. “She passed in May, but her influence is everywhere.” Over the years, Peeples became a cornerstone of Brookwood’s theater and choral programs, working alongside the Lindahl family—first Ken and Patty, and now their daughter, Laura. And family is exactly what Brookwood has been to Peeples. From directing “Evita” in 1990 to the award-winning “1940s Radio Hour” in 1998, and more recent productions like “Ragtime” and “Bright Star,” her passion has left an indelible mark. We’ll be right back. Break 3: Kia Mall of Georgia And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk - Interview - We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: VILLA RICA WONDERLAND TRAIN- GCPS Hiring Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Movie theaters are seeing less and less turnout to see movies, which has Howie asking " When's the last time you went to a movie theater"?  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Christie, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the weekend box office, as well as break down what's known and unknown about the Warner Bros. acquisition. Then in the feature segment sponsored by Christie, Rebecca talks to Allan Fernandes, product manager at Christie Digital Systems about Christie's new RGB H2 projectors, as well as Christie's variable dynamic range (VDR) technology, set to launch in early 2026.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:23 Netflix's Winning Bid03:12 Paramount's Countermove05:07 Theatrical Stakes06:42 Guilds Push Back07:55 The “Sh*t Sandwich” Reality08:47 Political Opposition10:14 Industry-Wide Consolidation12:03 Sarandos' Theater Claims14:26 The 17-Day Window Problem17:03 Filmmaker Support Gaps19:12 Paramount's 30-Film Promise21:34 Preparing for Change22:18 Box Office Highlights24:13 Avatar Forecast25:32 Christie's New RGBH Projector30:47 Inside Christie VDR37:12 APAC Tech Innovation

Is Netflix About to Own All of Entertainment? | Karel Cast 25-165 Netflix is reportedly pursuing a massive takeover of Warner Bros./HBO Max — and Hollywood is panicking. Warner Bros is one of the last legacy studios keeping theaters alive, producing films designed for the big screen. If Netflix buys it, everything changes. Will movies skip theaters entirely? Will only Marvel-level blockbusters survive at the box office? Are traditional dramas, comedies, and mid-budget stories about to vanish from theaters forever? Or… are we just clinging to nostalgia? Most people say they love the theater experience — but box office numbers don't lie. What would it take to get audiences back? Plus: What is Trump's endgame in Venezuela? It isn't complicated. He wants Maduro gone, wants the oil-rich nation reshaped to his demands, and won't stop until regime change aligns with his “America First” ambitions. But is that foreign policy — or imperialism in disguise? The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel. Catch The Karel Cast Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. #KarelCast, #NetflixNews, #WarnerBros, #HBOMax, #MovieTheaters, #StreamingWars, #HollywoodNews, #EntertainmentIndustry, #MediaTakeover, #FilmIndustry, #BoxOfficeDecline, #TrumpNews, #VenezuelaCrisis, #ForeignPolicy, #AmericaFirst, #PoliticalCommentary, #StreamingFuture, #CinemaLovers, #NewsAnalysis, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/ENuTPbNZq6E

Welcome back to another episode of Poppin' Off (About Pop Culture)! In this episode we're sharing our very predictable Apple Music Replays. Then we're getting into the Golden Globe nominations, streaming services trying to acquire Warner Bros, the "Mother Mary" trailer, and "That's Showbiz, Baby! The Encore." It's all going down, so get ready to pop off with us!Follow us on Instagram:Poppin' Off About Pop Culture (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@poppinoffaboutpopculture⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Maggie's socials:Twitter: kale queen (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@literallymaggie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Instagram: ✨maggie✨ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@literallymaggie_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Stephen's socials:Twitter: stephen gaedcke (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@sgaedcke99⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Instagram: Stephen Gaedcke (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@sgaedcke99⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and leave a comment. We want to hear from you!

Film critics Travis Hopson and Chris Bumbray discuss the industry-shattering news that Netflix has acquired Warner Bros.! What will this mean for the theatrical experience? Will movies on the big screen survive? All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#Netflix #warnerbros #NetflixWarnerBrothers

Some movie theater owners fear they'll be forced out of business because of the Nexflix-Warner Brothers merger. More with Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, screen and stage actor Yunus Quddus stops by The Hub on Hollywood studio, Netflix deal with Warner Bros may be a dealbreaker for movie theater industry, "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" are heavy favorites this awards season, and "Mad Men" 4K mistake! The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast offers insights into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huge discussion going on with the streaming giant Netflix acquiring Warner Bros. I'm baffled but here to express my feelings to you all. Follow @kevin27wrld

The deal is done. Netflix will purchase Warner Bros. Discovery for $82 billion. Yet another corporate monopoly drives a nail through Hollywood's coffin. It was bad enough when Disney bought Fox, Star Wars, and Marvel. Now, Netflix will be among the most powerful corporate monopolies, replacing what Hollywood used to be.America gave up on Hollywood because Hollywood gave up on America. The result is empty movie theaters all over the country—one bomb after another. Of course, Warner Bros. knew. You'd have to be an idiot not to know. Does anyone think Netflix is sweating the online memes accusing it of being too woke? No, they aren't. They are making too much money to care. With streaming, there is no free market pressure, no quality control. You don't have to motivate people to leave their homes. You don't need big stars to drive box office, and best of all, you can ignore the silent majority that has tuned you out long ago. Hate the trans agenda being shoved down everyone's throat? Too bad. Your boycotts are a drop in the bucket at Netflix. It's the perfect solution to Hollywood's problem. They can have everything they want — a virtue signaling paradise — and never have to worry about big budgets or low box office ever again. That's the easy way out. The truth is harder to swallow. They destroyed themselves. They wrecked their brand and alienated their audience. Hollywood built a ship of failure when it split into two divergent paths around 2003, after the Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings franchises brought in ungodly profits not just here but around the world. The branding was the key, the IPs. For years, they dominated the global box office and brought people to movie theaters across the country.Meanwhile, in the other Hollywood, in the “prestige” niche lane where the Oscars live, things began to get smaller, more isolated, more aligned with politics, especially under Barack Obama. His win influenced almost everything, as he loves to put out his top-ten lists every year and even has a deal with Netflix. These two Hollywoods existed side by side like the First Class section of the airplane vs. Coach, where they “let them eat Marvel.” You can see the rise and fall in one image, from Box Office Mojo:This year might mean that, for the first time since 2020, China will dominate the Worldwide box office rather than Hollywood, unless Jim Cameron can bring Avatar: Fire and Ash over the 2 billion mark.In 2019, Hollywood put out over 900 movies. Last year, just 624, and many of them bombed. So what happened? 2020 happened. The one-two punch of COVID and the Great Awokening brought Hollywood to its knees. The Oscar race this year is loaded with unwatchable movies that swirl around things almost no one outside the bubble of Hollywood cares about, identity mainly. Mothers' caterwauling their oppression, like Die, My Love, If I had Legs I'd Kick You, and even One Battle After Another feature women who seem to hate their children. The people who run Hollywood are still mostly rich white men, but they must always genuflect, with women or people of color as shields to protect them from accusations of sexism or racism by the mob online. The rise of female directors who get these jobs for no other reason except that they're female has transformed a once-great industry into a DEI film school. Every couple is interracial. Every movie must have significant actors of color. The GLAAD lobby demands representation everywhere. Why would anyone want to pay money to have them shove their ideology down our throats?Success doesn't even matter to them. That they project “goodness” is all they care about now, their status inside utopia. The EndAs I drive across this country, I sometimes see a multiplex in a mall. It looks as deserted to me as the old drive-ins once did, and I can't help but think this really is the end for movie theaters. They'll go the way of the record store, limited to enthusiasts in the big cities. Everyone else will numbly scroll through Netflix for whatever they can find, but it will never have the same cultural impact as a great movie when we're all under one roof, sharing a story.It's yet more separation, more isolation, more internet, more social media, less of what we all need as a society.“The Future is Coming, and You Aren't In It”After COVID ended for rational Americans, we all wondered whether people would return to the movies. The paranoid mask-wearing Liberals did not. Even Peggy Noonan noticed.In 2022, a miracle arrived in the form of Tom Cruise starring in Top Gun: Maverick. It made so much money that it wiped clean the argument that Hollywood was over and movie theaters were dying. Although it was nominated for Best Picture, it lost to the woke screed, Everything Everywhere All At Once. That was a sign that Hollywood was not ready for the iceberg right ahead.The following year showed promise, with “Barbenheimer,” “Oppenheimer,” and “Barbie” becoming cultural sensations on TikTok. The Oscars did the right thing and gave their awards to Oppenheimer. Though things seem to be moving in the right direction, it's too little, too late. Audiences don't trust Hollywood anymore, and I can't blame them. Of all the Warner Bros. movies that were successful this year, the Oscar will likely go to the anti-ICE, pro-ANTIFA, anti-Trump rallying cry, One Battle After Another. No film in recent memory has better captured the singular worldview of the progressive Left.As Curtis Yarvin wrote for The Spectator:Fundamentally, One Battle is a religious film. It is entirely set in the fantasy landscape of the great American religion, progressivism, the 20th-century evolution of our ancient Puritan tradition. If you are a true believer, imagine watching Battlefield Earth without being a Scientologist. For non-progressives, One Battle may be necessary viewing. It displays the interior landscape of the narcissistic narrative of our world's dominant cult of power. We seldom get to strap a GoPro to the inside of a lib's forehead. And he continues:So this film is out there – recruiting damaged people by presenting them as romantic heroes in a propaganda fantasy. Few will kill. But many will clap. When bad movies succeed, as One Battle will, they diagnose something bad in the audiences they entertain. Corrupt art is the pathognomonic mark of a corrupt society. Shitty people will watch this shitty film, and love it. Shitty journalists have already given it a standing ovation – the politics makes them hard, like Lockjaw. This evil is at the very heart of our culture.As Leonard Cohen noted: “I have seen the future, brother. It is murder.” Murder is as old as Cain. The anonymous internet is young. Nobody asked for the combination. But they'll get it.So, of course, the critics have gone nuts for it. It IS religious for them. It's already won many awards and is on track to win Best Picture. Trust me, Hollywood has no desire to save itself. One Battle After Another cost upwards of $140 million and only made $70 million in the US, with the bulk of its profits made overseas on Leonardo DiCaprio's name, which is why it's assumed he demanded his usual fee of $20 million. Old Hollywood understood that you don't reward failure with film awards. New Hollywood cares less about the money and more about the message. The public used to matter because the box office did. No wonder WB is selling out after watching one bomb after another this past year. Why wait for bankruptcy? Why not cash out now on a high note?This is the kind of thing Hollywood pumps out now:And therein lies the problem. They forgot it wasn't about them. They believed their own publicity. They fell in love with their own image, like Narcissus. They began to believe they were important. We loved movies and celebrities for what they gave us, not for who they are. We don't care. We don't need them to fix us. Or teach us. Or lecture us. Or scold us. We just need them to entertain us. Well, now the billionaires have arrived to prove to them how little they matter when it comes to the bottom line. And if you think that's bad, wait until the AI tsunami wipes out half the industry. The audience was always their best hope for survival. As long as we showed up, Hollywood and its stars had power. Now that audiences have vanished, well, the ship is made of iron, and it will sink.Who knows, maybe Congress or Trump can stop the merger. That still won't fix the fundamental problem of what Hollywood has become and why the public turned away. On the upside, the giant hole Hollywood leaves behind, like the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs, might open up movie theaters to a new breed of filmmaker. Maybe they can make movies Hollywood or Netflix never would - trashy comedies, cheap horror, romantic comedies, Dirty Harry movies. Who knows, maybe we can Make Hollywood Great Again. What better way to rebuild a counterculture?Altamont, Illinois, 8:42AM. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

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In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, Frank breaks down the massive news that Netflix is buying Warner Bros in an 82.7 billion dollar deal and explains what that means for fans, creators, and theaters. He walks through exactly what Netflix is getting, from DC Studios and HBO Max to Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, and a huge library of franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.Frank also looks at the fallout around antitrust concerns, why Paramount is suddenly complaining after its own mergers, and how this deal could lead to layoffs and shorter theatrical windows. Finally, he talks about what everyday viewers can expect as HBO Max and Netflix eventually merge into a single experience and how this shifts Netflix's approach to original voices and “nobodies” with big ideas.00:00 – Netflix buys Warner Bros overview, antitrust concerns, and Paramount's complaints00:22 – How Geek Freaks will cover the creative and monopoly side of the story00:38 – What Netflix is actually buying: film studio, TV, animation, DC, HBO, games, and major franchises01:11 – Warner Bros becomes a label under Netflix and why that could help new projects01:34 – The future of theatrical releases, 30 day windows, and the risk to struggling theaters02:10 – Expected layoffs, overlapping positions, and how Netflix treats big franchises02:43 – What this means for you as a viewer and the likely merger of HBO Max into Netflix“The biggest news of the day in entertainment is going to be the fact that Netflix is buying Warner Brothers.”“Paramount is complaining that this is a trust and that the bidding war was unfair, which is hypocrisy on high.”“WB will become a label underneath Netflix. Think of how Star Wars and Marvel are underneath Disney.”“If you only have to wait 30 days to watch a movie from the comfort of your own home, that is going to deter a lot of people from seeing things in theaters.”“WB will survive. It will be a branch of Netflix, and big properties are under Netflix now.”If you enjoyed this breakdown of the Netflix and Warner Bros deal, help us keep Geek Freaks Headlines going strong.Subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines on your favorite podcast appLeave a rating and review to help other geeks find the showShare this episode with a friend and post your thoughts using #GeekFreaksHeadlinesAll news discussed in this episode comes from coverage gathered through GeekFreaksPodcast.com, which we use as our central hub and source for entertainment news.Stay connected with Geek Freaks across the web:Website – Geek Freaks news, episodes, and articles at GeekFreaksPodcast.comFacebook – Search for The Geek Freaks PodcastThreads & Instagram – Find us at @geekfreakspodcastTwitter – Follow @geekfreakspod for up to the minute reactionsPatreon – Support the network and get bonus content by searching Geek Freaks Podcast on PatreonWe want to hear what you think about Netflix buying Warner Bros.Do you see this as a win for fans, or a step toward too much consolidation in HollywoodAre you more or less likely to see DC and HBO projects in theaters with a 30 day windowSend your questions, comments, and hot takes for future episodes:Message us on social mediaReach out through the contact page at GeekFreaksPodcast.comYour questions may be featured on a future episode of Geek Freaks Headlines.Geek Freaks Headlines, Geek Freaks Podcast, Netflix buys Warner Bros, Warner Bros Discovery, DC Studios, HBO Max, Streaming wars, Entertainment news, Movie industry news, Geek culture podcastTimestamps & TopicsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesCall To ActionLinks And ResourcesFollow UsListener QuestionsApple Podcast Tags

Come in and join us today for a Banter Episode! We will be talking about various films, video games, television, and other media we have been consuming recently. Talk to you soon!All our links at https://linktr.ee/TJsMixTapeCome on in and have a listen! What do you think of this movie? What are others like it you enjoyed? We'd love to hear from you! Please like, follow, subscribe, share.

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Qube Wire, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the Thanksgiving holiday and take a weekend-by-weekend look ahead at the holiday 2025 box office. In the sponsored segment, Daniel speaks to Alan Christensen and Mark Waterston of Qube Cinema to discuss cloud-based distribution service Qube Wire and the recent expansion of their network domestically. Rebecca then interviews Emma Tammi, the director behind Blumhouse and Universal's Five Nights at Freddy's, in advance of the sequel's December 5 release.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 00:34 Episode Overview: Zootopia 2 + December Lineup09:54 Thanksgiving Box Office Results10:00 Zootopia 2's Domestic Opening11:03 Global Performance & China Records13:52 AMC & Regal Thanksgiving Records15:54 Wicked for Good Week 2 Drop Analysis18:12 Should Wicked Become a Franchise20:35 December Box Office Outlook20:45 Five Nights at Freddy's 2 Projections22:14 Avatar Fire and Ash Presales23:10 December Counterprogramming Strategy24:44 Christmas Day Releases Overview29:00 Cube Cinema Sponsored Segment47:00 Interview Emma Tammi (FNAF 2)47:59 FNAF 1 Box Office Breakout52:35 Animatronics with Henson Creature Shop

Grab your popcorn — daily movies are back in Burlington. The city hasn't had a dedicated movie theater since Merrill's Roxy Cinema closed last year.

Messiah McCall discusses the top pop culture moments from the week of 11/25/25 - 12/02/25.  Follow the Social Media Community: https://www.instagram.com/beholdpopculture?igsh=MWM4NWlpbm8wZnhzMw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr  Timestamps: 
0:00 Intro 0:22 Wicked For Good Dominates the Movie Theater 
7:12 Shedeur Sanders arrives with a bang!
 12:21 Disappointing NFL Teams (Chiefs, Eagles, Ravens) 15:00 Detroit Pistons Run The East 18:57 Stranger Things is Concluding 21:40 Arc Raiders Surprises Gaming World

A decades-old theater in the Northwoods is shutting its doors. It's not the only Wisconsin cinema facing hard times. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is launching a new major in public policy. And, we'll hear from a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter from Appleton who is out with her first solo album.

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Irwin, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend of Universal's Wicked: For Good and preview the Thanksgiving holiday, with Zootopia 2 opening from Disney. In the feature segment, Rebecca speaks with Irwin's Jack Powers about the December 2 release of the company's new seating option Spectrum Aura. Learn more at irwinseating.comGive us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 00:00 Holiday Rush & Cleaning Challenges for Theaters00:17 Wicked for Good's Opening & Thanksgiving Weekend Preview01:00 Awards-Season Catch-Up: New & Noteworthy Releases04:39 Wicked for Good: Fan Response & Act Two Concerns07:25 Weekend Outlook: Thanksgiving Play Patterns & Forecasts08:11 Wicked's Global Opening Numbers & Top Markets12:00 Premium Formats Break Records (IMAX, 4DX, ScreenX)12:45 Circuit Highlights: AMC, Regal, Marcus & International Records16:30 Feature Interview Intro: Jack Powers of Irwin Seating18:00 How Seating Impacts Operations During Peak Season24:00 Designing Comfort & Capacity for Modern Moviegoers26:45 New Product Spotlight: Spectrum Aura & Faster Auditorium Cleaning31:12 Renovations, Durability & Future-Proofing Theaters37:10 Aura Launch Details

On this week's episode: Brendan Fraser announces return to the "Mummy" franchise, Pope Leo blesses cinema, all-you-can-eat movie theater challenge, Star Wars fans demand the return of Ben Solo, Toy Story 5 plot and details, and more! The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast insights into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Irwin Seating, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend of Lionsgate's Now You See Me, Now You Don't and forecast the November 21st release of Universal's Wicked: For Good. In the feature segment, Rebecca speaks with Greg Heckmann, the director of marketing for Maya Cinemas, about key initiatives including the chain's Young Cinema Professionals workshop.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:00 What the Maya Interview Covers02:00 Weekend Box Office: Frankenstein, Running Man, NYSM 303:24 Oscar Isaac's Ska Band & Frankenstein Reactions06:59 Running Man Review & Performance07:49 Now You See Me 3: Strong Opening & Franchise Strength09:35 Wicked For Good Tracking: Baseline 135M10:40 UK & US Presales Break Records11:58 High-End Forecast: 180M–210M Possibility14:05 Expected Range: 145M–175M Opening Weekend15:10 Why Many Viewers Will Wait for PLF on Thanksgiving16:57 Behind the Scenes: New Songs & Expanded Story17:35 Wicked as a Cultural Holiday Event19:55 Economic Strain & Moviegoing as the Affordable Alternative21:58 Why Theaters Still Offer the Best Value for Families22:40 2025 Thanksgiving Outlook: Narnia's IMAX Exclusivity24:00 Should Wicked Become a Holiday Double-Feature Tradition?25:25 Harkins Re-Release Success Story26:00 Transition to Feature Interview27:00 Interview: Maya's New Young Cinema Professionals Program29:15 Maya's Community & Holiday Food Bank Initiatives31:00 Why Investing in Young Workers Matters33:20 How Pandemic & Strikes Affected Youth Entry into Exhibition35:10 Anime & Event Titles Bringing Younger Audiences Back36:00 Sending Young Cinema Workers to the CinemaCon Fall Summit38:40 First Impressions from the Selected Participants41:10 Plans to Expand the Program Next Year

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For episode 631 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Wesley Ellul, President & Head of Strategy at TechnotainmentWesley is a serial entrepreneur and digital strategist with 20+ years in entertainment, media, and gamification. He co-founded Quizando, one of the first live crowd-engagement platforms, and has worked alongside Steven Spielberg and Ron Howard. Recognized by Forbes Argentina's 40 Under 40 and described by Technotainment founder Nyhl Henson as “this generation's Ted Turner,” Wesley is a leading voice in interactive entertainment. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(1:19) Who is Wesley Ellul?(8:33) What is Technotainment?(17:10) Streaming, podcasting & gaming use-cases(21:58) Partnerships(24:49) Future of Entertainment(28:32) AI in Entertainment(32:34) How technology will change the Movie Theater experience(35:56) Technotainment website & socials 

On this episode of the podcast we built the perfect 90s trip to the movies in our This or That segment, revisited the glory days of the Nextel chirp phone, and chose between our childhood role models Bob Ross, LeVar Burton, and Mr. Rogers. We celebrated the iconic duo of ham and cheese Hot Pockets and the original PlayStation, dug into the memory banks for the forgotten fruity drink Burple and its wild accordion-style container, and talked Stone Cold Steve Austin's legendary Got Milk! ad. We remembered the Choco Taco, had a blast with the new Super Retro Hotline, enjoyed a fantastic mailbag, officially debuted the Walkbuster Movie Club with The 'Burbs, hit Tuck's Music Corner, and packed in a ton more nostalgia.Merch link: https://superretropod.com/product-category/sub-shop/⸻Today's episode was brought to you by Salty Water. Hydrate Your Inner Warrior! Support our sponsors:IG: https://www.instagram.com/drinksaltywater/Buy: https://tinyurl.com/4c4kz9ceWebsite: https://drinksaltywater.com/⸻Arcade1upWebsite: https://arcade1up.com/Use "KeepinitRetro10" for 10% off Discord: https://discord.gg/superretroMaster list on our NES collection: https://superretropod.com/nes-game-list-super-retro/Join our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMP4yO-dFGayGUkT_MVYrhQ/joinEmail: SuperRetroPod@gmail.comAll things Super Retro: https://linktr.ee/superretroInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/superretropodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superretropod

Bob built a toilet nest - Mikey told us about a Cat medicine expert - Bob is goofin around on Facebook marketplace - The Gangs didn't want us growing up - Wicked Deuce - Renegade Rhonda and Steelers Creed - Sneaking pants burritos into the Movie Theater past the Candy Cops - Have anything fun for the show... Want to say hi... Listen on iHeartRadio click the little mic and leave us a talkback messageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barna Donovan, a professor of communication and media studies at St. Peter's University, offers a compelling perspective on the evolving landscape of cinema, firmly rejecting the notion that the art form is dead. With a rich background in film studies from the University of Miami, Donovan delves into how interconnected cinematic universes, such as Marvel, have reshaped storytelling and audience engagement, reflecting a significant shift rather than a decline. As a staunch advocate for independent cinemas and original content, he emphasizes the role of neighborhood theaters in celebrating film as an art form and creating vibrant community events that draw audiences in. Through his teaching, Donovan equips the next generation of filmmakers and media professionals with the tools to navigate this dynamic industry, encouraging them to embrace innovation while preserving the essence of cinematic storytelling.00:06:16) The Rise of Cinematic Universes and Theaters(00:08:31) Rise of Streaming Platforms among Young Audiences(00:12:00) Influence of Streaming on Filmmaking Autonomy(00:21:47) Interconnected Universe Concept Shapes Audience Engagement Trends(00:23:45) Interconnected Superhero Film Overload(00:26:37) Marvel's Gimmicks: A Threat to Storytelling(00:31:44) Creative Downturn in Film Industry(00:51:54) Socially Engaging Movie Theaters for Generation Z(00:57:46) Community Events and Original Content Advocacy

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the latest news in theatrical exhibition, including promotions at both Cinergy and AMC Entertainment, as well as the opening of Film Alley Breckenridge. For the feature segment, our friends at Cinema United bring us The Running Man panel from CinemaCon 2025, with stars Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Colman Domingo, and director Edgar Wright in a conversation moderated by Jacqueline Coley.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 

In early October, film buffs around the region received some bittersweet news… The historic Egyptian Theater in Capitol Hill – which had been closed for repairs – would not reopen as a public theater. The Seattle International Film Festival decided to end its lease, saying it was a difficult decision but that it just wasn’t financially feasible. This comes on the back of the closing of the Grand Illusion and AMC 10 theaters in the U-District. In an era of streaming services and movie studio consolidations… What DOES it take to keep the independent theater scene thriving? GUESTS: Beth Barrett - Artistic Director SIFF Kenny Alhadeff - Owner, Majestic Bay Theater Chase Hutchinson - Freelance Writer and Movie Critic RELATED LINKS: For SIFF, Seattle’s Cinerama was a marquee purchase. Has it paid off? SIFF lays off staff amid financial challenges Seattle movie theater update: SIFF will end lease at historic Egyptian Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two articles caught our attention. The first was in The Hollywood Reporter about a new movie theater concepts with private rooms and high end food in New York. The second was a story about the power of IMAX in the movie industry, per the Wall Street Journal.  In this episode, Joe Pine, Aransas Savas, and Dave Norton discuss the evolving landscape of the movie theater experience, particularly in light of the pandemic's impact. They explore new concepts in Hollywood, such as premium movie theaters and IMAX, and how these innovations cater to changing consumer preferences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of customization, personalization, and the need for theaters to create engaging experiences that resonate with audiences. The hosts also provide valuable insights for experience strategists on how to adapt to these trends and enhance the overall consumer experience. Takeaways The pandemic significantly impacted the movie theater industry, leading to a decline in attendance. Premiumization is a key trend in the film industry, focusing on enhancing the overall experience. Customization and personalization are crucial for attracting audiences back to theaters. Consumers decide the 'when' or the situation, then watch the movie Theaters need to innovate and create engaging environments to compete with home viewing. Experience strategists should measure the money value of time (MVT) in their offerings. The integration of social components can enhance the movie-going experience. Chapters 01:23 Hollywood's New Movie Theater Concepts 02:38 The Impact of the Pandemic on Movie Theaters 04:47 Premiumization in the Film Industry 06:40 Customization and Personalization of Movie Experiences 08:57 Consumer Preferences Post-COVID 11:38 The Role of IMAX and Alternative Experiences 16:41 Innovations in the Theater Space 20:15 Key Takeaways for Experience Strategists   Read More: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/inside-metro-private-cinema-tim-league-movie-theater-1236311204/ https://www.wsj.com/business/media/imax-movie-release-trend-6f4587a2?st=PKpj1G&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink Podcast Sponsors: Learn more about Stone Mantel https://www.stonemantel.co Sign up for the Experience Strategist Substack here: https://theexperiencestrategist.substack.com  

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest news in distribution and exhibition, including the announcement that Belgium-based Kinepolis has signed an agreement to acquire the operations of U.S. cinema chain Emagine Entertainment. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Flix Brewhouse's Chris Randleman to preview the 2025 Holiday box office.What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:02 Halloween Stories & Why Classic Horror Still Hits03:15 When Prestige Directors Go Nuclear – Bigelow's Bold New Film05:46 The Box Office Slump No One Saw Coming08:03 Power Moves & Shake-Ups Across Hollywood11:00 Who Will Buy Warner Bros? The Industry's Biggest Question14:03 Chris Randleman: Inside the Theatrical Trenches15:12 What Went Wrong This Fall at the Movies?16:43 Can November Turn Things Around?18:53 Hidden Gems & Underdogs of Awards Season21:03 Why Wicked Could Save the Holiday Box Office25:46 How Gen Z Is Quietly Reviving Moviegoing28:16 The Return of the Family Blockbuster30:07 Streamers Want Theaters Again — But Do They Get It?36:08 How Horror and Spectacle Keep December Alive41:12 Betting on Variety: The Secret to a Strong Holiday Slate45:09 Can Feel-Good Stories Win Christmas 2025?50:35 The Box Office Comeback We've Been Waiting For55:16 2026–2027: The Rebirth of Theatrical Movies

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the ongoing challenges at the October box office and how Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc surpassed expectations. Then in the feature segment, Daniel speaks to Joe Garel of Western Film Services on exhibition strategies for navigating the current downturn at the box office.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:05 October Box Office Struggles Begin03:14 Chainsaw Man's Surprise Success06:00 Roof Man and Theatrical Highlights07:03 Weak Openings for New Releases09:00 The Worst October Since 199812:03 Delayed Releases and Scheduling Issues13:25 Relying on Re-releases to Fill the Gap15:56 Meet Joe Garel of Western Film Services17:05 Finding Underserved Audiences (Filipino Film Success)20:00 Flexible Booking and Alternative Programming21:10 Pricing Strategy and Audience Behavior23:25 Smarter, Audience-Driven Programming24:55 Why the Market Is Struggling26:45 The New Formula: Dynamic Booking & Showmanship28:40 Reviving Showmanship in Cinemas29:50 Sports as the Next Big Opportunity (FIFA Test)33:00 Event Cinema and Concert Success34:20 Reaching Younger Audiences Raised on Screens36:15 Targeted Marketing and Community Connection39:00 Partnering with Influencers & New Content (Paris Hilton Doc)41:00 The Power of Local Outreach & Email Lists43:00 Bringing Back Nostalgia and Themed Screenings44:45 Pricing Barriers and Attendance Decline

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the ongoing October box office slump, with consecutive sub-$100 million weekends, and cover the latest news in theatrical exhibition, including the social media announcement that AMC is discussing plans to screen Netflix titles, starting with the re-release of KPop Demon Hunters. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 00:26 Catching Up on Awards Season Films04:00 “The Black Phone 2” Review & Discussion05:36 Netflix's “Frankenstein” Theatrical Run07:05 AMC–Netflix Partnership Announcement11:00 Cinema Industry Leadership Updates12:38 Landmark Cinemas Renovation13:48 Cineplex Streamlining & CEO Transition14:47 Vista Group Launches “React”16:00 Barco Expands HDR by Barco17:09 The October Box Office Slump18:02 New Releases & Weekend Forecast20:15 Angel Studios Swaps “Zero AD” for “David”

The I Love CVille Show headlines: Benefactors Buy Violet Crown To Save The Movies Is It Smart To Buy A Downtown Movie Theater Bldg? Virginia Film Festival Starts 38th Year In CVille The Flats Apartments On West Main Sell For $107M Is UVA Student Housing The Best Real Estate To Own? Planning Commissioner Rory Stolzenberg Resigns Economic Impact Of UVA Football Is Significant If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

Sean and Amanda begin the show by honoring the legendary actor Diane Keaton, who passed away at 79 last Saturday (3:19). Then, following a disappointing box office performance from a handful of new weekend releases, they have an extensive conversation around what audiences want from movies at the movie theater (9:54). They form a rubric from their main takeaways and apply it to ‘Tron: Ares' (14:53), ‘Roofman' (29:47), and ‘After the Hunt' (0:00). Finally, they briefly cover Rebecca Miller's new documentary miniseries, ‘Mr. Scorsese,' a thorough exploration of Martin Scorsese's fascinating and iconic career (46:54). They then have Miller herself on to talk through the incredible journey and process from start to finish (1:14:18). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Rebecca Miller Producer: Jack Sanders Unlock an extra $250 at linkedin.com/thebigpicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk recap the latest news in theatrical exhibition, including the debut of Tron: Ares. Daniel Loria speaks to Cinepolis CEO Alejandro Ramirez Magana about the Morelia Film Festival, celebrated for its support of independent and global cinema. Rebecca talks to Josh Frank, the creator of Silents Synced about the upcoming Silents Synced release A Woman of the World vs Pearl Jam, arriving in theaters on November 7.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:13 Tron: Ares Review and Discussion04:00 Upcoming Weekend Forecasts06:01 Tracking Update: Wicked: For Good07:03 Genre Releases – Predator: Badlands & The Running Man07:28 Transition to Independent Cinema Segment08:01 Interview with Alejandro Ramirez & Daniela Michel – Morelia Int'l Film Festival09:00 Why Is It Important for Exhibitors to Support Independent Cinema?11:00 How Did the Morelia Film Festival Begin?14:00 How Did Mexican Cinema Rebuild Its Industry?21:00 How Did Cinépolis' Distribution Arm Emerge from the Festival?23:00 What Can Audiences Expect from This Year's Morelia Lineup?25:55 Transition to Second Interview – Silent Synced26:00 Who Is Josh Frank and What Is Silent Synced?27:00 How Did the Idea to Pair Pearl Jam with A Woman of the World Begin?29:00 What Makes This Silent Film Unique?33:00 How Do Modern Audiences Respond to Silent Films?37:00 What Challenges Do Independent Cinemas Face Today?

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss whether the Knicks could ever land Giannis Antetokounmpo, Alex Pereira's dominant win at UFC 320, the future of the UFC, and more! (5:22). Then, Wesley Morris joins to talk about people returning to the movie theaters, Sean Penn's career, and Paul Thomas Anderson's ‘One Battle After Another' (01:06:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ariel Helwani and Wesley Morris Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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