Drafthouse Films has recently acquired the rights to Caligula: The Ultimate Cut, a groundbreaking 4K Ultra HD reconstruction of the infamous Tinto Brass film. This new version, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023, features never-before-seen footage, alternate takes, and camera angles that promise to provide viewers with a fresh perspective on this
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Film Movement has recently obtained the North American rights to “Close Your Eyes” directed by Victor Erice, a highly acclaimed Spanish director. The film, officially selected for prestigious film festivals including Cannes, Toronto, NYFF, San Sebastian, and BFI London, has garnered attention and critical acclaim. Winning a special citation from the National Society of Film
Legendary/Warner Bros.’s Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. After an impressive $80M Easter weekend start, the movie is projected to have a strong second weekend with a -55% to -60% drop, bringing in between $32M-$36M. The Adam Wingard directed Monsterverse title has already accumulated
Doug Liman’s modern take on the classic 1980s film, Road House, has proven to be a massive hit on Prime Video. With over 50 million viewers tuning in over the first two weekends, the reboot has shattered records for Amazon’s original movie releases on the platform. This success is a testament to the hard work
The first quarter of 2022 has proven to be a tough time for Hollywood. Major entertainment companies like Disney and Paramount Global have faced challenges that have adversely affected the industry. Disney’s decision to end its battle with Florida and focus on investor Nelson Peltz has raised concerns about the company’s future direction. On the
In a refreshing turn of events, the specialty market has seen a mix of films from various genres making waves. From Hollywood blockbusters to Tollywood and Bollywood films, the box office has been abuzz with a diverse range of offerings. The success of films like Late Night With The Devil, Tillu Square, and Crew showcases
The spinoff film, Chantal in Fairyland, has taken the German box office by storm with an impressive start. It has secured the title of the best Easter holiday launch day ever for a local movie and the best opening day of the year for all films. With Thursday gathering 160K admissions and a 43% share
Rumors have been circulating that the beloved Alamo Drafthouse Cinema chain is up for sale. With 41 locations across 13 states, this cinephile circuit has become a destination for moviegoers seeking a unique experience. While some studios have been approached with a sales pitch, no bidders have emerged as of yet. The asking price remains
As Broadway’s spring season kicks off, recent newcomers are drawing strong audiences and making quite an impression. Two shows had their opening nights during the week ending March 24, with promising results. An Enemy of the People, starring Jeremy Strong, Michael Imperioli, and Victoria Pedretti, played to standing room only crowds at Circle in the
Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda 4 had an impressive weekend at the international box office, raking in $55.3M from 69 markets. This added to its overseas running total of $135M, bringing its global earnings to $268.2M. The film performed exceptionally well in China, with $25.7M generated, including previews from the previous session. China has historically
IFC’s Late Night With The Devil has exceeded all expectations with its distributor’s largest opening weekend to date, bringing in an estimated $2.8+ million across 1,043 screens. This impressive performance has solidified Late Night as the sixth highest-grossing film at the domestic box office. Prior to this weekend, the distributor’s top opening films included Watcher,
George Lucas’ Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is set to receive a 25th-anniversary re-release by Disney on May 3, coinciding with the celebration of Star Wars day on May the 4th. This re-release will bring back memories for fans of the iconic franchise and provide an opportunity for new generations to experience
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Sony’s sequel to Jason Reitman’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife, had an impressive start with $4.7M from Thursday night previews at 3,561 theaters. This figure is comparable to the previews of the previous installment, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, which opened during the pre-Thanksgiving 2021 frame amidst lingering Covid fears. The movie also surpassed the previews of the
As A24’s latest dystopian U.S. movie, Civil War, approaches its release date of April 12-14, industry analysts are predicting an opening weekend box office of $18M-$24M. This estimate comes at a time when the film industry is still recovering from the effects of the recent strike, making it difficult to accurately forecast audience turnout. Despite