The highly anticipated movie, Deadpool and Wolverine, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, is creating a buzz even before its release. According to sources in the box office industry, the movie is on track to shatter records for preview night numbers for an R-rated film. Initial projections suggest that Deadpool and Wolverine could bring in
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Imax recently reported a decrease in both revenue and profit for the last quarter. Sales fell by 9% to $89 million, but despite this decrease, the company managed to beat Wall Street estimates. The adjusted EBITDA was $31 million, down by 14%, and the adjusted earnings per share came in at 18 cents, compared to
AMC Entertainment, one of the largest theater chains in the world, reported a significant drop in revenue for the second quarter of the year. The company's total revenues for the quarter ended June 30 decreased to just over $1 billion, down from $1.35.9 billion in the same period last year. The decline in revenue can
Marvel Studio's Deadpool & Wolverine is set to open this weekend, showcasing an impressive rebound for the post-strike box office and breathing new life into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Following a slump last November with The Marvels, the studio is gearing up for a potentially record-breaking opening with a projected range of $160M-$170M in domestic
Regency's iconic Westwood Village and Bruin theaters are facing closure this week as their leases come to an end. While the Westwood Fox Village is slated for a renovation following a filmmaker-led initiative earlier this year, the fate of the historic Bruin theater remains uncertain. With no savior in sight for the 1937 cinema, which
Independent films are proving to be a solid choice for moviegoers this weekend, with Vertical's Widow Clicquot providing a refreshing alternative to the typical summer blockbuster fare. The film, directed by Thomas Napper, is based on the true story of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot, a pioneering businesswoman in the champagne industry. Starring Haley Bennett, Widow Clicquot
The reboot of the 1996 film Twisters seems to be off to a promising start, earning around $7 million in preview sales from both Imax/PLF showtimes and early previews. The film, starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones, has garnered positive reviews, with a 78% critics score and an impressive 94% audience score on Rotten
Tokyo-based Kino Films has recently signed a distribution agreement with Lionsgate and GK Films for the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, titled “Michael.” While Lionsgate will handle the domestic release, Universal is set to distribute the film internationally, except for Japan where Kino Films is expected to release it in 2025. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, “Michael”
India's film industry is buzzing with excitement as the sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD has emerged as the highest-grossing film for the first half of 2024. Starring industry legends like Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Prabhas, the movie raked in an impressive $92.3M at the local box office. This success has not only brought accolades
IMAX has recently announced a new partnership with Muvi Cinemas, Saudi Arabia's largest exhibitor, to open four new IMAX With Laser locations in the country. These new locations will be strategically placed in some of the biggest commercial centers, with two in Riyadh, one in Jeddah's Mall of Arabia, and the first IMAX system in
Greta Gerwig, known for her exceptional vision and storytelling, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Pioneer of the Year Award. This prestigious honor, presented by the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation, recognizes individuals in the motion picture industry who have shown outstanding leadership, service to the community, and commitment to philanthropy.
In a surprising turn of events, A24's drama Sing Sing, featuring Colman Domingo, has made its mark as the third highest limited opening film of the year. The film, set against the backdrop of the Sing Sing Correctional Facility, grossed an impressive $137,119 on just four screens, resulting in a per screen average of $34.3k.
The Despicable Me/Minions franchise has once again proved its dominance in the global box office with the release of Despicable Me 4. The latest installment has helped the franchise surpass the $5 billion mark, making it the first animated franchise ever to achieve this milestone. With an estimated $136 million in its second weekend, the
The official trailer for Paramount's Gladiator II has taken the internet by storm, garnering an impressive 128M views in the first 24 hours across various platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and more. This outpaced the 24-hour post trailer debut traffic of the studio's own Top Gun: Maverick, which previously held the record with