In a groundbreaking move, Utopia has announced its partnership with Lionsgate for the theatrical release of Francis Ford Coppola’s dystopian epic, Megalopolis. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the traditional approach to movie distribution and marketing strategies in the industry. Francis Ford Coppola expressed his confidence in the partnership with Lionsgate and Utopia, emphasizing their
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The long-awaited Warner Bros sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, seems to have high expectations with a projected outlook of $65M-$75M based on three-week tracking. However, it is suggested not to be surprised if the movie surpasses these expectations due to the strong momentum building in the box office. Recent box office trends have shown that long-delayed sequels
The New York State Supreme Court recently set a November 8 auction date for properties owned by Charles Cohen’s Cohen Realty Enterprises. This includes the U.S. Landmark and UK Curzon arthouse cinema chains he acquired in 2018 and 2019. These properties have been under scrutiny after Fortress Credit Corp. sued Cohen for defaulting on a
Deadpool & Wolverine has officially crossed the $1B global box office milestone this weekend, with $1.029B+ through Sunday. The international box office portion of the Marvel/Disney collaboration is $535.2M and the domestic box office is $494.3M, adding up to a total of $1,029.5M. This achievement makes it only the second U.S. R-rated movie ever to
Independent films have always held a special place in the hearts of cinema enthusiasts. They often offer unique storytelling perspectives and showcase the talents of up-and-coming filmmakers. In recent years, the landscape of independent cinema has been evolving, with new distributors and filmmakers entering the market. This shift has provided more opportunities for original independent
The box office is in for a surprise this weekend, as a feature adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel, “It Ends With Us,” is making waves and garnering attention. The film, starring Blake Lively and directed by Justin Baldoni, has already accumulated an impressive $7 million in previews on its opening day. Industry insiders are comparing
The Featherweight, a new film from Appian Way Productions, is set to hit theaters in September. Directed by filmmaker Robert Kolodny, the movie tells the story of legendary boxer Willie Pep, a two-time World Featherweight champion. The film made its debut at the Venice Film Festival, where it received rave reviews and a standing ovation.
James Mangold’s latest project, A Complete Unknown, is set to make waves in the film industry as it delves into the life of iconic musician Bob Dylan. Starring Timothée Chalamet as Dylan, the movie traces the singer’s journey from humble beginnings in Minnesota to becoming a revolutionary folk singer in West Village. The narrative promises
Disney made some adjustments to their release schedule this morning, including the removal of a Marvel Studios movie set for July 24, 2026. This change has left fans speculating about what this could mean for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In addition to the Marvel movie delay, the limited release of “A Real
Thursday at the box office saw Deadpool & Wolverine pulling in an impressive $18 million, setting a new R-rated record for a non-preview Thursday. The film ended its first week with a total of $298.5 million, outperforming other Marvel hits like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. With a
The entertainment industry has seen its fair share of challenges in recent times, with Hollywood strikes impacting the release schedule of major films. Marcus Theatres, like many other exhibitors, felt the effects of a soft April and May. However, CEO Greg Marcus remains optimistic about the future, noting that a positive shift was observed in
The continuous success of Marvel Studios and Disney’s Deadpool & Wolverine is undeniable. Despite initial doubts about the viability of the theatrical experience, the movie has consistently proven naysayers wrong. With a daily box office of $24M, Deadpool & Wolverine has exceeded expectations and continues to make waves in the industry. The film’s running domestic
AMC Theatres, in collaboration with Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Vision, has announced the release of the highly anticipated concert film, Usher: Rendezvous in Paris. This cinematic experience will be hitting theaters worldwide on September 12 for a limited 4-day weekend run. The movie, directed by Anthony Mandler, captures the legendary 8-time Grammy winner during
Over the past weekend, Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine shattered records with its outstanding box office performance. The film raked in an impressive $438.3 million globally, marking it as the highest-grossing R-rated opening of all time. Domestically, it conquered the charts with a staggering $205 million, surpassing the previous record set by Deadpool in 2016.
In an exclusive reveal just moments before Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Shawn Levy, and Kevin Feige took the stage at Comic-Con’s Hall H, it has been reported that the highly anticipated movie “Deadpool & Wolverine” is on track to break records for a preview night for an R-rated film. Box office sources are projecting an
Imax experienced a decrease in revenue and profit in the last quarter, with sales dropping by 9% to $89 million for the three months ending in June. Despite the decrease, Imax was able to surpass Wall Street estimates. Adjusted EBITDA fell by 14% to $31 million, while adjusted earnings per share were reported at 18
AMC Entertainment, a giant theater chain, recently reported a significant revenue decline in the second quarter. The company saw total revenues of just over $1 billion, a decrease from $1.35.9 billion in the same quarter last year. This decline was largely attributed to the impact of the Hollywood actors and writers strikes, which resulted in
Regency’s historic Westwood Village and Bruin theaters are set to close this week as their leases come to an end. This marks the end of an era for these iconic theaters, which have been cherished by the Hollywood community and patrons alike. Regency Theatres President Lyndon Golin expressed gratitude for the opportunity to steward these
Hollywood has long lamented about the lost moviegoing audience in the middle and southern parts of the U.S., claiming that the industry does not cater to their interests. However, the recent success of Twisters, a movie reboot featuring a weather phenomenon impacting the heartland, proves that there is a significant demand for films that resonate
The Twisters reboot, a new take on the 1996 Amblin feature co-written by Michael Crichton, has stirred up quite a buzz. The movie starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones has garnered positive reviews, with a certified fresh rating of 78% and an impressive 94% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. This is a significant improvement from