Digital Video Overtakes Theatrical
Last year was the first year that global viewers spent more on online video streaming services than attending movie theaters.
Distribution
Downfall of European Distribution
The European Commission’s Digital Single Market strategy will destroy Europe’s independent film and television market in favor of global technology companies.
Monopolies Win Again
AT&T finally won its two-year anti-trust litigation against the United States Justice Department to acquire Time Warner.
NEW: Film Advance Series
The Film Advance Series includes 941 minimum guarantee advances from 75 films released around the world over the last 5 years.
Film Advance Report (Vol. 1)
The Film Advance Report (Vol. 1) includes 321 minimum guarantee advances from 19 films released around the world over the last five years.
Film Advance Report (Vol. 3)
The Film Advance Report (Vol. 3) includes 324 minimum guarantee advances from 28 films released around the world over the last five years.
Film Advance Report (Vol. 2)
The Film Advance Report (Vol. 2) includes 296 minimum guarantee advances from 28 films released around the world over the last five years.
Amazon Vies for Landmark Theaters
Amazon is preparing to acquire Landmark Theaters according to unnamed sources. Fewer and fewer Americans are going to the theater, but those that do are spending more and more.
Netflix’s European Expansion: France
France has always been on the front lines against Netflix’s expansion in Europe, but its calculated indifference is waning.
2018 Trends: State of the Industry
For three straight years, television and home video markets in the United States have lost subscribers. This downward trend is accelerating and shows no signs of abating.