July 7, 2024FilmTakeComments Off on Screens to Streams: The Evolution of Film Release Windows in Europe (Part Two)
Europe’s film sector has relied on territoriality and rigid release windows to maximize the economic potential of films. Part Two explores the EU’s capitulation to the major studios, the post-lockdown theatrical landscape, and public support rules to preserve traditional release windows.
June 11, 2024FilmTakeComments Off on Hollywood’s Summer Slump: Sequel Saturation and Box Office Blues
So far, 2024 has seen a dramatic decline in theatrical revenue, exacerbated by the absence of major releases due to delays associated with industry strikes. Box office numbers have suffered significantly, with fewer original films to draw audiences back to theaters.
September 12, 2021FilmTakeComments Off on Movie Theater Attendance Roars Back to Life Despite Ongoing Restrictions
Embracing this day-and-date strategy follows seismic industry shifts last year that led WarnerMedia to release all its films on HBO Max when theaters were more or less closed due to lockdowns.
