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fromFoleyhoag
10 months ago

How Original! The Oscars and the Craft of Derivative Works

Adaptations of existing art are prevalent among Oscar nominees and successful films, driven by copyright law and derivative works.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Independent films

Steven Soderbergh refuses to make Hollywood epics if they feel like 'Oscar bait.' If he makes one again, he'll cast Timothee Chalamet.

Independent films
fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com
3 weeks ago

Disney's Thunderbolts' rallies Marvel fans for a $76 million opening weekend

'Thunderbolts' marks a positive turn for Marvel, generating $76 million domestically and hinting at a possible revival of superhero films.
Despite lower box office averages post-pandemic, new releases like 'Thunderbolts' shows signs of hope for Marvel's cinematic future.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Independent films

Steven Soderbergh refuses to make Hollywood epics if they feel like 'Oscar bait.' If he makes one again, he'll cast Timothee Chalamet.

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fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Kids sure love video game movies | TechCrunch

"In fact, one anonymous studio executive told the Financial Times that video games have 'replaced comic books as the next frontier of IP to be explored.'"},{
Video games
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Meet the movie theater superfans sick of inflation and making the most of a $20 subscription

AMC's A-List service provides moviegoers with an affordable option in times of rising costs, allowing members to view multiple films weekly and maximize their savings.
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fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Street Fighter Movie Loses Release Date After Finding New Director

Sony Pictures has removed the Street Fighter movie from its release schedule, but this does not necessarily mean the film won't eventually be released.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Nosferatu is making its Peacock streaming debut next week

Peacock announced that Nosferatu, starring Lily-Rose Depp and Bill Skarsgård, will be available to stream on February 21st, along with its extended cut.
Miscellaneous
fromPolygon
7 months ago

Barbarian proved word-of-mouth horror hits are still possible - but it's disappearing from streaming

The marketing for Zach Cregger's high-concept horror movie 'Barbarian' relied heavily on secrecy, hinting at a scary plot while avoiding details to maintain suspense.
Video games
fromIndieWire
8 months ago

'The Wild Robot' Soars, #6 'Megalopolis' Only $4 Million (but Strong IMAX Response)

"The Wild Robot" emerged as a surprising success, debuting at #1 with $35 million, showcasing that original animated features can still resonate with audiences beyond franchise films.
Independent films
fromEngadget
8 months ago

Theater chains will spend $2.2 billlion to lure you back to the movies

Michael O'Leary believes, "This investment of resources is the next step in our industry's ongoing commitment to ensuring that going to the theater remains a unique and special experience for generations to come." The hope is to entice audiences back with upgraded facilities and exciting new activities that enhance the cinematic experience.
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