‘Shaft’ on Independence Day: The Film That Changed History on July 4th Weekend 1971
When MGM released “Shaft” in 1971, it proved that a Black film made by a Black Director for a Black audience could be a huge hit.
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Alamo Drafthouse Moves Into Large-Scale Layoffs, Including Creative Director Mike Sampson
The layoffs may include up to half of the corporate staff. “This is a devastating step to take,” a spokesperson said.
‘Blade Runner’ Anniversary: The Weekend When ‘E.T.’ and ‘Star Trek II’ Crushed Ridley Scott
Why did “Blade Runner” struggle at the box office? Too much of a good thing was only one issue faced by Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic.
‘Da 5 Bloods,’ ‘The King of Staten Island,’ and ‘Becky’ Are This Week’s Blockbusters
Only the Kevin James thriller is available in theaters; Spike Lee’s drama is a Netflix Original, and Judd Apatow’s comedy is strictly PVOD.
‘Psycho’ Turns 60 This Week: How the 1960 Release Created an Iconic Film
Alfred Hitchcock made a prestige film on a B-movie budget, with a release strategy stolen from William Castle. It was the hit of his career.
For Theaters Seeking Normalcy, Adding ‘David Copperfield’ to August Means Almost as Much as ‘Tenet’
Armando Iannucci’s Dickens adaptation will gross a fraction of Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster, but the good news is worth its weight in gold.
California Rules for Theater Reopenings Challenge Exhibitors and Audiences
“Tenet” may make its July 17 debut, but how the audience will feel about the COVID-19 theatrical experience remains to be seen.
Universal Continues VOD Reign with Upcoming ‘The King of Staten Island’
Major studios dominate VOD charts, but there’s also a lot of love for Russian dystopian thrillers and off-brand titles like “Body Cam.”
At the Amazing 1984 Box Office, Movies Like ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Gremlins’ Grew into Blockbusters
Meantime, “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” was at number three, and went on to gross $500 million.
Why NATO Promises Most Global Theaters Will Be Open for ‘Tenet’ by July 17
The National Association of Theater Owners is throwing out upbeat numbers to reassure studios and exhibitors that “Tenet” can still happen.
As AMC Theaters Signals It Could Go Under, Studios Won’t Lose Its Best Screens
Could the world’s largest exhibitor collapse? Sure — but that messaging is also meant to scare studios.
Return to Theaters Webinar: From ‘Tenet’ to Drive-Ins — Highlights
Execs Chris Aronson, Dori Begley, Bob Berney, Ted Mundorff, and John Vanco debated the challenges of reopening theaters at our video panel.
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Nick Cordero, Broadway Actor, Dies at 41 After Coronavirus Complications
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Pharrell Williams Explores Hometown Gospel in New Netflix Series
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Sam Mendes & Netflix Set Up 500K Fund To Support UK Theater Workers
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Darren Criss Breaks Down Royalties' 'Wild West' Journey to Quibi, Teases 'Endless Playground' of Season 2 Ideas
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Alfred Hitchcock best movies: 25 greatest films ranked from worst to best