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Steven Spielberg's Casting of Djimon Hounsou in 'Amistad' Marks a Turning Point in Actor's Career

Steven Spielberg's Casting of Djimon Hounsou in 'Amistad' Marks a Turning Point in Actor's Career

Steven Spielberg's Casting of Djimon Hounsou in 'Amistad' Marks a Turning Point in Actor's Career

How Strong Early Reviews Can Turn A Limited Film Release Into A Wider Push

How Strong Early Reviews Can Turn A Limited Film Release Into A Wider Push

A look at how Hollywood marketing machines pivot to turn a quiet film release into a major success after receiving unexpected praise from critics.

How Counterprogramming Can Help A Film Stand Out In Late August

How Counterprogramming Can Help A Film Stand Out In Late August

Discover the insider strategies film distribution executives use to navigate the crowded late-summer release schedule and turn a profit.

Gen Z's Influence on Hollywood: Changing Cinema Attendance Patterns

Gen Z's Influence on Hollywood: Changing Cinema Attendance Patterns

Gen Z's Influence on Hollywood: Changing Cinema Attendance Patterns

How Home Video And Cable Turned The Shawshank Redemption Into A Hit

How Home Video And Cable Turned The Shawshank Redemption Into A Hit

Discover how The Shawshank Redemption went from a 1994 box office failure to a beloved classic, changing how Hollywood calculates a film's success.

Anthony Hopkins’s Two Oscar Wins—And Why His 2021 Victory Surprised Viewers

Anthony Hopkins’s Two Oscar Wins—And Why His 2021 Victory Surprised Viewers

A deep dive into Anthony Hopkins's six Oscar nominations and two surprising wins, revealing what his journey tells us about the Academy's unpredictable voting patterns.

Record-Breaking Weekend for U.S. Box Office Driven by 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'

Record-Breaking Weekend for U.S. Box Office Driven by 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'

This Day in History: The Sixth Sense Began Its Journey to Movie History

This Day in History: The Sixth Sense Began Its Journey to Movie History

Released on August 6, 1999, The Sixth Sense quickly became a major box office success. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, the film captivated audience...

Academy Marquee Theater List to Highlight Cinematic Cultural Anchors

Academy Marquee Theater List to Highlight Cinematic Cultural Anchors

Academy Marquee Theater List to Highlight Cinematic Cultural Anchors

Coen Brothers Unlikely to Direct James Bond Film Despite Industry Speculation

Coen Brothers Unlikely to Direct James Bond Film Despite Industry Speculation

Coen Brothers Unlikely to Direct James Bond Film Despite Industry Speculation

Olivia Wilde’s ‘The Invite’ Nears $40 Million Globally, Becoming a Rare Hit Summer Comedy

Olivia Wilde’s ‘The Invite’ Nears $40 Million Globally, Becoming a Rare Hit Summer Comedy

Olivia Wilde’s “The Invite” has become one of today’s rare indie comedies to connect at the summer box office. Sandwiched between big-budget blockbusters like “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” A24’s “The Invite” has climbed to $20 million in North America and $15.7 million internationally from 36 markets after three weekends in wide release. […]