In today’s episode, Russ, Daniel, and Rebecca discuss reopening progress in China and UK, guidelines and safety protocols being implemented, and stringent mask-wearing in auditoriums. Tune in for more local and global reopening updates. ** The Boxoffice Podcast is moving to Thursdays starting September 1st, 2020 ** Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ What to Listen For [00:01:37] China experienced $100 million plus new title launch. [00:03:44] Unhinged...
Aug 31, 2020•36 min•Ep. 25
What to Listen For [00:01:17] Movie theaters are opening again. [00:02:49] Cineplex already has 80% of their theaters open. [00:03:12] AMC theaters open with special Centennial pricing. [00:03:33:] Big reopenings for big theater chains. [00:04:25] Redding International: the ups and downs of reopening and closing their theaters. [00:06:17] Recent New Zealand COVID outbreak. [00:07:02] Cinema chains in the US are launching their own streaming VOD platforms. [00:08:37] Independent art house exhibit...
Aug 24, 2020•32 min•Ep. 24
In today’s episode, Daniel, Rebecca, and Shawn discuss the multi-million dollar losses of theater chains, Q2 investor meetings, how international exhibitors are bouncing back, the PVOD shortened window deal, and new film releases. Tune in to hear how cinemas are dealing with theatrical limitations. ** The Boxoffice Podcast is moving to Thursdays starting September 1st, 2020 ** Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ What to Listen For [00:01:24] Reopening ...
Aug 17, 2020•23 min•Ep. 23
In today’s episode, we speak with Logan Crow, an avid and lifelong enthusiast of art house cinemas and founder of the Frida Cinema. Film streaming has gained a new height, theater Drive-Ins are now more family-oriented, and non-profit movie houses are more likely to survive than for-profit cinemas. Tune in and learn what has been keeping art houses open! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/...
Aug 10, 2020•51 min•Ep. 22
Sustainability seems scarce these days, how do circuits remain open without new products? We spoke with the CEO of Classic Cinemas Chris Johnson, a veteran in running circuit chains and whose family is heavily involved in the cinema sector. They closed their theaters in June, clearly imperceptive that it may remain closed for a while longer. Even with their efforts to adhere to the health department’s safety protocols, staying open was a losing battle. Listen in to hear how the pandemic continuo...
Aug 03, 2020•35 min•Ep. 21
Theaters closing again will hurt consumer confidence, so what are they doing to weather the storm? We spoke with Byron Berkley, the president & treasurer of the Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA) and an independent exhibitor himself. The expectation was for small exhibitors to run on repertory content until big studios put down new releases, but the coronavirus has turned weeks of anticipation to months of struggle. Listen to hear how corporate decisions are affecting independent exhibitors! ...
Jul 27, 2020•23 min•Ep. 20
Is shifting to a drive-in model the best thing theaters can do right now? Today we’re talking to Doreen Sayegh, she’s been in the business for over 30 years, but the COVID crisis forced her to close the doors of her family operated Cranford Theater. Despite recent lawsuits between major theaters and New Jersey, she’s made a very successful pivot into starting (and selling out tickets) for her new theater, the Cranford Theater Drive-In. Hear how she’s dealing with the changing movie-going market!...
Jul 20, 2020•35 min•Ep. 19
What will the rest of the year look like for cinemas? Today on the Boxoffice Podcast: Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle review the last six months of 2020, the realistic possibilities of contactless theaters, and the transition to paid VOD for major films. Listen in to hear the adaptive marketing initiatives of leading film exhibitors! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 18
How are independent exhibitors holding up? Today, on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle, with guest Anthony Fykes; discuss the history of Next Act Cinema, how the sense of community helped build the theater’s brand, and the programming that captivated movie-goers. Listen in to hear how local art house cinemas are doing right now! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: Support Fundraising Campaign Next A...
Jul 06, 2020•33 min•Ep. 17
Round & round the release carousel goes, but what are the effects of the ever-changing dates? Today on the Boxoffice Podcast: Spongebob goes PVOD, release dates across the board continue to shift, and most importantly despite substantial losses in the first quarter of 2020 box office results are now trending upwards. Listen in for the latest cinema news & numbers! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/...
Jun 29, 2020•24 min•Ep. 16
If cinemas open as planned, would you feel comfortable enough to go? On this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast: Insights and implications of Tenet’s new release date, Cineworld dropped it’s planned acquisition of Cineplex, Little Women’s box office report, along with continued concerns around what the movie going experience will look like in the coming months. And on a lighter note, the movies we couldn’t bear finishing and a few we walked out on. Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine ht...
Jun 22, 2020•31 min•Ep. 15
Theaters are reopening, what’s next? Today on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle give us an update on recent news of theaters opening around the country, the strategies behind event cinemas in a world of social distancing, along with sound bytes from Bernadette McCabe (Fathom Events), Letha Steffey (EVP), and Marc Allenby (CEO, Trafalgar Releasing) Listen in to hear how event cinema is dealing with current challenges! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine http...
Jun 15, 2020•44 min•Ep. 14
Are you curious about the progression of movie theaters reopening? On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guests Rebecca Pahle discuss the current scope of reopenings, with statements from guests of Boxoffice Pro Live Sessions, Darek Heat, Marianne Abiaad, Rob Lehman, and Jason Ostrow. Tune in to hear the details on current cinema reopening procedures. Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: Boxoffi...
Jun 08, 2020•34 min•Ep. 13
Ready to head back to theaters, but concerned about the sanitary procedures at the concessions? On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guests Rebecca Pahle and Senior Vice President of Malco Theatres, Larry Etter, discuss new food and beverage trends, pricing, and guidelines. Listen in to hear how concessions will change post-COVID. Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: Long Range Box Office Track...
Jun 01, 2020•29 min•Ep. 12
How will cinema productions shutdown affect the movie business for the foreseeable future? On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Anousha Sakoui of the LA Times, will discuss how Covid-19 has altered the Hollywood production pipeline, anticipated protocols on film sets, and an analysis of release schedule logistics. Tune in to learn about guidelines for productions during the pandemic! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.c...
May 25, 2020•27 min•Ep. 11
Did you know that drive-in theaters are finally making a comeback? In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Chris Eggertsen, discuss the resurgence of drive-in movie theaters, their history, and modernizing the drive-in experience. Listen in and head to the drive-in with us! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: Parking Lot Cinema: How Movie Theaters Are Converting to Drive-Ins During the Pand...
May 18, 2020•30 min•Ep. 10
After weeks of closures how will social distancing affect our return to the cinemas? In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with guest Shawn Robbins, discuss some world-wide theaters reopening dates, social distancing procedures that will be applied to movie-going, and the upcoming movie release schedule. Tune in to be prepared to get back to the cinema experience! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources:...
May 11, 2020•32 min•Ep. 9
Will streaming from home replace the movie going experience? On this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with Shawn Robbins and special guest Damon Wolf, CMO and Head of Global Distribution of Lionsgate, discuss a few theater’s plans to reopen, the genesis of Lionsgate Live, and how the industry has endured as an important facet of the human experience. Listen in as we all anticipate the return to theaters! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxoffic...
May 04, 2020•28 min•Ep. 8
What will it take for movie theaters to be able to return to normal once they reopen? Today on the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria go over White House guidelines and prospective processes, potential worldwide reopening dates, and what movies might be available at those times. Tune in to stay in the know of the procedures for cinema reopenings. Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: Cinemas Listed Under ‘Phase One’ of Wh...
Apr 27, 2020•35 min•Ep. 7
How are European theaters handling the pandemic? On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer with Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle, expand upon key topics from the Boxoffice Live Sessions webinar with the International Union of Cinemas - such as what the UNIC is, the European stimulus package for cinemas, and promotional campaigns to help moviegoers return to cinemas. Listen in for more information on Europe’s plans to reopen their cinemas! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine htt...
Apr 20, 2020•27 min•Ep. 6
What is the “new normal” of the cinema industry? On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, along with statements by Matthew Bakal from Atom Tickets and Jeff Rosenfeld from Cinemark, discuss theaters newest strategies to generate income, if these strategies will stick around, and what companies are focusing on for the future. Listen in to learn how to support recovery of the movie business! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subs...
Apr 13, 2020•32 min•Ep. 5
What do the coming months have in store for the movie business? On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria, with Rebecca Pahle discuss the LIVE Sessions webinar. In the webinar John Fithian and Patrick Corcoran answer important topics and questions on NATO actions, long-term impact, and what recovery will look like.Tune in to stay informed on what’s next for the cinema industry! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episod...
Apr 08, 2020•34 min•Ep. 4
Can virtual solutions enable theaters to stay open at this time? On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria with special guest Richard Lorber of Kino Lorber, discuss Virtual Theatrical as an alternative to a straight-to-video, how movie theaters can sign up for it, and ways moviegoers can continue to support their local movie theaters. Tune in to learn about the Virtual Theatrical solutions for the current state in the industry! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Maga...
Apr 06, 2020•43 min•Ep. 3
How can movie theatres stay in touch with their customers during this time? On today’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria along with Rebecca Pahle, discuss the NATO stimulus package, how cinemas are staying in touch with moviegoers, and how theaters can continue to bring in revenue in this uncertain time. Listen in to learn some tactics for cinemas and consumers to help each other weather the storm! Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine: https://www.boxofficepro.co...
Mar 30, 2020•18 min•Ep. 2
Worried about the future of the cinema industry? On this premiere episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer and Daniel Loria go over their thoughts on current events affecting the industry, potential future implications, and what some in the community have done to help the cinema industry. Tune in to hear how we can support the cinema community in these uncertain times. Subscribe to the Boxoffice Pro Magazine https://www.boxofficepro.com/subscribe/ Episode Resources: The Impact of COVID-19 ...
Mar 23, 2020•25 min•Ep. 1
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