Since its re-release on August 15, Laika’s acclaimed 2009 stop-motion animated film Coraline has garnered more than $51 million at the global box office through this weekend. In partnership with Fathom in the US and Trafalgar Releasing internationally, the film is offered in stunning, newly remastered 3D as well as 2D formats.
Last month, after a long career with Barco and then Cinionic, Wim Buyens announced that he had founded the organization Cinema Coach and, at the same time, been named chairman of the board of Procella Audio. According to Buyens, Cinema Coach is unique in many ways. “We are dedicated to transforming and reimagining the cinema and entertainment landscape by fostering a dynamic ecosystem of innovation and collaboration,” he said. “Our goal is to address current challenges and unlock new opportunities in this industry. We facilitate collaboration between tech entrepreneurs and industry experts, utilizing strategic advisory services and tailored technological solutions specifically for the entertainment sector. Our work involves connecting with industry experts and tech innovators to drive advancements, providing tailored strategic advice to enhance operational efficiencies and customer experiences, and developing and implementing cutting-edge technological solutions to address industry challenges and explore new opportunities.” I recently spoke via email with Buyens about those challenges and opportunities. Here is that conversation.
The beloved River Oaks Theatre, a cherished Houston landmark since 1939, will reopen its doors on October 3, presented by Culinary Khancepts, an affiliate of locally owned Star Cinema Grill, which acquired the theater in 2022. In celebration of the imminent reopening, the River Oaks Theatre will light up its iconic marquee tonight at dusk and will remain illuminated through the reopening and beyond.
Some of the biggest and brightest names in cinema from all five continents are coming together in October for a free new global webinar series about film, moving pictures, and cinema careers for the next generation of industry professionals.
Crunchyroll has announced that tickets for the idol-driven, coming-of-age film Trapezium are now on sale and have unveiled the official trailer for audiences in the United States and Canada. The film, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, will be released for one-day-only in select theatres on September 18 and will only be available in Japanese with English subtitles.
Cinépolis, the leading Mexican film exhibition company, and CJ 4DPlex have announced the opening of the first MacroXE ScreenX theatre at its Escala Morelia complex (Plaza Morelia), in the state of Morelia, Michoacán.
The Independent Cinema Alliance announced today that it has formed a relationship with Fandango that will enable ICA members to access significant savings on essential business products and services through the ClubBuy group purchasing program.
The advanced digital content delivery company KenCast has named Dr. Henrik Axelsson as its CEO. He takes over as the company marks a significant milestone, celebrating the retirement of its founder and former CEO Dr. William E. Steele.
For the 24th consecutive year, Christie Digital Systems will be the Official Digital Projection Partner at the 49th annual Toronto International Film Festival, which runs September 5-15 in theatres throughout the city.
The Kinepolis group has announced the opening of Luxembourg's first cinema equipped with ScreenX technology, set to open its doors October 2 at Kinepolis Belval.
