Guest Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 47 minutes ago, Emblazon said: They would make significantly more money if they released it on streaming first. Or simultaneously. There is literally no evidence of this being true. It could be, or it might not. Uncharted waters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emblazon Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 1 hour ago, sblfilms said: There is literally no evidence of this being true. It could be, or it might not. Uncharted waters. There is a little bit: https://www.slashfilm.com/trolls-world-tour-vod-sales/ Charge more than $20. No competition. The first tent pole released straight to VOD. Literally everything in its favor. On the other side, releasing internationally first will only lead to rampant piracy, and I’d be surprised if 10% of moviegoers return to the theater in September. They’re going to take a huge hit. It all just seems rather goofy all because Nolan demands 70mm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Listen, my Plex needs some new movies. Release it digital 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brick Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 I can understand and respect Nolan, or any filmmaker, not wanting to release their movie to streaming first, and insisting that it comes to theatres first. The movie was shot and edited to be seen on the biggest screen possible, with ear shattering sound. It's a spectacle movie. However, just don't force it out until the pandemic is completely died down. Once there's a vaccine even. I can wait. There's a bunch of other movies that I'm waiting on too, like Mulan, Black Widow, A Quiet Place Part II, etc. I can wait for this. Although I do find it a little funny that other countries have been handling the pandemic much better, and are in a better position to re-open their theatres, but because of the idiots in charge of America fucking up on the regular, as a sort of punishment, America is getting this movie last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLeon Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Maybe I'm part of the problem, but I'm seeing this shit in a theater as soon as I'm able. It's really not that much about this movie specifically any more. I just really miss going to movie theaters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 On 7/28/2020 at 1:41 AM, TheLeon said: Maybe I'm part of the problem, but I'm seeing this shit in a theater as soon as I'm able. It's really not that much about this movie specifically any more. I just really miss going to movie theaters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Just got the term sheet from Warners. This movie is definitely going. 8 week minimum engagement for 3-8 screen theaters. Normal minimums for WB flicks is 2 weeks. Most industry estimates have it opening in single digits to low 10s domestically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 Also, it will actually start 8/31 with screenings in the evenings only before opening unrestricted 9/4. This term sheet is WILD 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneticBlueprint Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 6 minutes ago, sblfilms said: Also, it will actually start 8/31 with screenings in the evenings only before opening unrestricted 9/4. This term sheet is WILD 😂 That's insane. I love hearing the ins and outs of being a theater owner and your relationships with the movie houses. Thanks for being a poster here. Haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 50 minutes ago, sblfilms said: Also, it will actually start 8/31 with screenings in the evenings only before opening unrestricted 9/4. This term sheet is WILD 😂 Is WB maintaining its usual % cut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 32 minutes ago, Emperor Diocletian II said: Is WB maintaining its usual % cut? Higher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 1 hour ago, sblfilms said: Higher I beg your pardon...?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 19 minutes ago, Emperor Diocletian II said: I beg your pardon...?!? Yeah...it’s something else man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CitizenVectron Posted August 17, 2020 Author Share Posted August 17, 2020 18 minutes ago, sblfilms said: Yeah...it’s something else man. Is it correct to say that WB is taking 63% gross? I read that elsewhere. What is the normal cut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 42 minutes ago, Emperor Diocletian II said: I beg your pardon...?!? AT&T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 6 hours ago, sblfilms said: Also, it will actually start 8/31 with screenings in the evenings only before opening unrestricted 9/4. This term sheet is WILD 😂 Nolan CAN'T be happy about this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 The Tenet Blu-ray/4k box should say "movie was so good people died to see it!" #YOLO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodporne Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 Nobody really cares that much, Chris. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Apparently AT&T wanted to either go PVOD or hold the flick until June/July 2021. Warner went back and forth with them for two months before arriving at this whacky scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Movie theaters still aren't open in NY or LA which are the two biggest markets in The States. It's interesting because NY has gotten the pandemic down to South Korean levels and is opening up Gyms. It probably could open movie theaters with certain limitations but they haven't yet. No word on when theaters will open in Jersey either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLeon Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Again, maybe it’s because I work in a building with hundreds of people every day, but I don’t feel like sitting in a theater at 25-30% capacity is like playing Russian Roulette. The AMC I usually go to has reserved seating and well-spaced recliner seats. I’m not going to be rubbing shoulders with anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 8 minutes ago, TheLeon said: Again, maybe it’s because I work in a building with hundreds of people every day, but I don’t feel like sitting in a theater at 25-30% capacity is like playing Russian Roulette. The AMC I usually go to has reserved seating and well-spaced recliner seats. I’m not going to be rubbing shoulders with anyone. People are going to have their masks off so they can eat and drink their concessions, and it doesn't take long for everyone's COVID breath to spread out and fill the room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Comscore just announced that Warner will not be allowing aggregate box office data on Tenet. They are NOT bullish on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number305 Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 3 minutes ago, sblfilms said: Comscore just announced that Warner will not be allowing aggregate box office data on Tenet. They are NOT bullish on this. What are the odds I can watch this in my house before the end of the year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinIon Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 47 minutes ago, sblfilms said: Apparently AT&T wanted to either go PVOD or hold the flick until June/July 2021. Warner went back and forth with them for two months before arriving at this whacky scheme. Why do I get the feeling that this is far from the last time that AT&T and Warner disagree about movie distribution? I have to imagine that there are analysts looking at that WarnerMedia revenue number and thinking it would be just fine to cut a little off there if the much bigger Mobility number can go up. Hell, right now WarnerMedia makes about as much money as cable TV does for AT&T. Still hoping that the local drive in gets it. I think that's probably my best bet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 hour ago, number305 said: What are the odds I can watch this in my house before the end of the year? 100% The only question is how long before. I think the handshake agreement here is 90 days., but if it ends up being terrible for theaters to be open, it's in everybody's interest to kick it out and move on to the next flick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number305 Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 minute ago, sblfilms said: 100% The only question is how long before. I think the handshake agreement here is 90 days., but if it ends up being terrible for theaters to be open, it's in everybody's interest to kick it out and move on to the next flick. That is brutal... Have you seen this yet? I'm guessing during normal times this would be close to a billion dollar movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 I keep checking my Regal & Fandango apps almost daily for if/when movies will be shown and still nothing at all (live in NYS) so this sucks. I miss the hell out of the theater experience and really want to get back to another routine of normalcy for my life regardless of whatever precautions are in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 hour ago, SoberChef said: I keep checking my Regal & Fandango apps almost daily for if/when movies will be shown and still nothing at all (live in NYS) so this sucks. I miss the hell out of the theater experience and really want to get back to another routine of normalcy for my life regardless of whatever precautions are in place. My understanding from various sources is NYS is currently planning to keep cinemas closed until January 2021. Could be sooner, but that is the inclination of the governor's office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 minute ago, sblfilms said: My understanding from various sources is NYS is currently planning to keep cinemas closed until January 2021. Could be sooner, but that is the inclination of the governor's office. SHUT...THE...FRONT DOOR! Are you freaking KIDDING ME!? How/when/where/why did you hear this!? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 hour ago, SoberChef said: SHUT...THE...FRONT DOOR! Are you freaking KIDDING ME!? How/when/where/why did you hear this!? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO One of my industry pals is a lobbyist for NATO NY and has been pressing to get theaters open. He is not confident that you'll be able to enter a movie theater before 2021 there. Also, the lawsuit in NJ got thrown out and that would likely have been the basis for litigation moving forward in other states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Considering the size of the NYS theater market, Cuomo is going to face severe pressure from the entire industry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexy_shapiro Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 All of the drama behind this has left a bad taste in my mouth. At this point, does releasing it in theaters even make sense for keeping something in the conversation? A big release like Hamilton on Disney + feels like the kind of pandemic streaming event WB should be aiming for with Tenet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remarkableriots Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 44 minutes ago, sexy_shapiro said: All of the drama behind this has left a bad taste in my mouth. At this point, does releasing it in theaters even make sense for keeping something in the conversation? A big release like Hamilton on Disney + feels like the kind of pandemic streaming event WB should be aiming for with Tenet. Hamilton with a low $11.5 Million budget is easier to write off compared to Tenet with a $205 Million budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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