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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AMC Thinks We Have Another Barbenheimer With Lilo And Stitch And M:I, And I Can't Get Over The Name
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. In the modern Hollywood landscape, it is exceedingly rare to have more than one major movie release on the same weekend. Studios don't like anything that might hinder box office success, leading all studios to try and stay out of each other's way. There are exceptions, of course, as we saw a couple years ago with Barbie and Oppenheimer. Now we're there again thanks to Lilo & Stitch and Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. When Barbie and Oppenheimer shared a release date, it was such an unusual move that it got its own nickname, Barbenheimer. Whether because of the shared release date or in spite of it, both movies went on to great success, leading to one of the biggest box office weekends in recent memory. It's no surprise that AMC Theaters is looking to recreate that magic this weekend with two more big releases in what the theater chain has dubbed Stitchpossible. As names go, it's not a bad one, even if it now means I'll have the Kim Possible theme song stuck in my head all day with the name replaced. Now I want an animated series where Stitch is a secret agent doing all sorts of wild stunts in order to stop the villains. Whether or not we're in for another Barbenheimer remains to be seen, but the possibility certainly exists. Lilo & Stitch is exactly the sort of Disney live-action remake that tends to make a boatload of money. It's a largely faithful to the original remake of an already popular Disney movie that's old enough to be nostalgia bait for Gen X. While things are a little less clear for Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, the movie still has the potential to hit its own blockbuster numbers. The previous film in the franchise, Dead Reckoning, was something of a box office disappointment, but the film was still dealing with pandemic fallout. Speaking of Fallout, the movie in the series before that one was the highest-grossing of the franchise. Add to it the fact that this is being billed as the last Mission: Impossible movie for Cruise, and audiences may turn out to say goodbye. Barbenheimer certainly proved that having competition at the box office is not a guarantee of failure. It was clearly felt that Barbie and Oppenheimer would appeal to audiences that were different enough that they wouldn't cannibalize each other's box office. That was true, but even the audience that wanted to see both largely did. If the same thing happens here, and it certainly can, we could have another big weekend at the box office. Although you can be sure whoever wins will tell everybody about it.
Geek Dad
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Win a Digital Copy of ‘Stand Your Ground'
Epic Pictures' action thriller film Stand Your Ground is currently playing in select AMC Theaters, and is coming to Video on Demand on 5/27. Director Fansu Njie brings his love of action and horror films and unique perspective as a celebrated Swedish director to this American story of revenge. The film marks the second time he and star Daniel Stisen ( Those About To Die ) have collaborated, following their global success with the Netflix hit, Last Man Down . Stand Your Ground stars Stisen, the former world-renowned bodybuilder champion turned actor, alongside Fargo 's Peter Stormare. Stisen stars as Jack Johnson, a former Special Forces operative who returns home with his pregnant wife (Roxi Kravitz), only to face a tragic attack, spearheaded by local crime lord Bastion (Peter Stormare), leads to her murder. When Jack kills one of the assailants in rage, just outside their home, he is imprisoned for six years. Upon release, he discovers the culprits were sons of Bastion. Seeking vengeance, Jack targets Bastion's eldest son, Leon (Michael Billington), who masterminded the attack. Using the Stand Your Ground law, Jack lures Leon into a trap, leaving him comatose. Bastion retaliates, sending assassins, but Jack, fortified in his home, fights them off. Molly (Isobel Laidler), Bastion's conflicted daughter, and town Sheriff, Dwayne (Patrick Regis), confront her father, who refuses to stop, leading to an explosive final showdown in which Jack confronts both his enemies and his own humanity. Here's a trailer: In support of the release, Epic Pictures is giving away 3 digital codes for Stand Your Ground. If you'd like to win a copy, simply fill out the form below. Entries close at midnight on May 26th, at which time the winners will be drawn. Codes will be redeemable via Apple TV beginning 5/27. Good luck! Daniel Stisen in Stand Your Ground . Image by Epic Pictures. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Gizmodo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
You Can Now Eat Popcorn Out of a Moving, Talking Mickey Mouse at Disneyland
While Disney fans await the arrival of Walt Disney's high-tech robot this summer for Disneyland's 70th anniversary, an interactive Mickey Mouse that can blink and talk while you eat popcorn out of its head is now available for purchase. io9 was on hand to demo the latest in the popcorn bucket arms race, which started at Disney theme parks before becoming the hottest movie theater souvenir. While AMC Theaters' Dune sandworm popcorn bucket seemed like the peak of out-there and bonkers snack vehicles, Disney is back with a robo-upgrade. Check out the moving and blinking bucket you can dig into while engaging in fun conversation starters with a simple 'Hey Mickey?' Sure, it's pre-programmed with a handful of phrases but the real treat is the moving head and blinking eyes. It's astounding and a little creepy but in a cute way, at least. What's unhinged is that the interactive setting responds to your voice when you ask it the magic question—and it's definitely got some kinks to work out. I literally screamed at it and it ignored me, but could somehow hear its cast member friend. Maybe I needed to take my voice down an octave or two in my best Gaston impersonation to be perceived by robot Mickey Mouse. While we don't see movie theaters adding voice activations to their buckets, unless maybe they do it for M3GAN, this is a delightfully wacky addition to the popcorn bucket hall of fame. We can only imagine what popcorn buckets will do by the time Disneyland turns 80. Find your talking and moving Mickey Mouse popcorn bucket this summer at the Disneyland Resort.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
National CineMedia Inc (NCMI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Revenue Declines and ...
Q : Has the strength of pacing seen in Q4 weakened in Q1, and how is it affecting the upcoming quarter? A : The pipeline remains active, but there are headwinds in certain categories like government and auto due to tariff discussions. The pacing has softened slightly since Q4, reflecting uncertainty impacting advertisers' decisions. However, the scatter business is performing well, with bookings more than double compared to last year. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO; Ronnie Ng, CFO) Government policy shifts and tariff uncertainties have led to reduced government ad spend and delayed ad spending decisions across various categories. The first quarter of 2025 saw a 7% year-over-year decline in total revenue, primarily due to a weaker box office performance and advertiser uncertainty regarding tariffs. NCMI's programmatic and self-serve platforms are gaining traction, with programmatic revenue contributing 3% of total revenue for the first quarter. The introduction of new products like Bullseye and Blueprint, powered by artificial intelligence, strengthens NCMI's innovative solutions for advertisers. NCMI has secured a five-year extension of its contract with AMC Theaters, enhancing its advertising inventory and modernizing lobby video screens. The company has reinstated its dividend and is committed to generating long-term value for shareholders through a share repurchase program. National CineMedia Inc ( NASDAQ:NCMI ) is well-positioned as the leading platform in cinema advertising with a strong competitive edge and attractive industry tailwinds. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript . Story Continues Q: Are you planning to be more flexible with upfront commitments given the current environment? A: While advertisers are expected to be more flexible in future upfront negotiations, we plan to adhere to current cancellation policies for the next two quarters. The upcoming upfront period may see more advertisers buying closer to air dates, and we are prepared to compete in the scatter market with our programmatic and self-serve capabilities. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) Q: How is the ability to deliver ads quickly helping with monetization during strong box office periods? A: Quick ad delivery is beneficial when movies outperform, allowing us to capitalize on increased demand. With programmatic capabilities, we can deliver ads within 24 hours, improving utilization and monetization during high-performing film releases. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) Q: What is the incremental revenue opportunity from the new AMC agreement, particularly with the Platinum Spot? A: The new AMC agreement allows us to sell Platinum across the entire network, enhancing growth potential. While specific dollar amounts aren't disclosed, Platinum's growth was significant in 2024, and we expect greater impact in the second half of 2025. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO; Ronnie Ng, CFO) Q: How is NCMX helping compete with other digital video platforms, and what feedback are you receiving from advertisers? A: NCMX's data and targeting tools allow us to compete effectively with digital media companies. Advertisers appreciate the ability to deliver outcome-based results. Our new product, Blueprint, enhances targeting capabilities by using construction data to reach high-intent consumers. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) Q: How does the strong upcoming film slate affect media buyers' interest in placing ads with NCM? A: The strong film slate, including titles like Mission Impossible and Jurassic World, generates excitement and positive buzz, attracting advertisers. The consistency and quality of upcoming releases are expected to drive increased interest and ad placements. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) Q: What are the current trends in advertising categories, and how are they impacting NCM? A: There is a pause in brand awareness advertising due to economic uncertainty, while performance-based categories like CPG, pharma, and travel continue to invest in marketing. NCM's platform is well-suited for delivering measurable outcomes, attracting advertisers in these sectors. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) Q: Can you provide more details on the new product, Blueprint, and its impact on NCM's offerings? A: Blueprint uses real-time renovation permit data to target homeowners engaged in remodeling projects, offering brands a unique opportunity to reach high-intent consumers. This addition strengthens NCM's competitive edge in delivering targeted advertising solutions. (Thomas Lesinski, CEO) For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
High levels of toxic chemicals found in paper receipts
(NewsNation) — New research has found that paper receipts from major retailers in the United States have a high level of bisphenol S, which has been linked to cancer and reproductive problems. Some receipts reportedly have such a high level of bisphenol S that holding one for 10 seconds can cause the skin to absorb the toxic chemical and violate California's safety threshold. The new findings are being used in legal action aimed at forcing retailers to stop using receipt paper with bisphenol S, or BPS. The Center for Environmental Health nonprofit has sent violation notices to 50 retailers — including AMC Theaters, Dollar General and Burger King — that have reportedly exceeded California's Proposition 65 limits. What does RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' movement aim to do? Bisphenol is a class of chemicals used in a variety of consumer products, such as food packaging, fabrics, toys and cookware. The use of bisphenol A, which has also been branded as toxic, is no longer widely used, and food companies now advertise when packaging is BPA-free. BPS is added as a coating to thermal paper to develop ink on receipts. The Center for Environmental Health urges companies to use a safer alternative to BPS, such as vitamin C thermal paper. The violation notices give companies 60 days to respond by switching to paper that does not use BPS — or include a warning that alerts consumers to its toxicity. If there is no response, the nonprofit can sue the companies in a California state court under Proposition 65 and ask a judge to order the changes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
