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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Redbox, Crackle And Other Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment Assets Set For Post-Bankruptcy Auction
Redbox's signature DVD kiosks will soon light up again, at least in a legal sense. The video retailer went bankrupt last year along with the rest of its parent company, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment. More from Deadline Just For Laughs Festival Sets Dates For Montreal Return In 2025 After Bankruptcy Wiped Out 2024 Edition Showtime Accused Of Stealing 'Yellowjackets' Idea From 2015 Film Shares Of Dish Network Owner EchoStar Plunge As Q2 Results Prompt New Talk Of Bankruptcy Risk Later this month, the trademarks and assets of the company (kiosks included) will change hands in a foreclosure sale at the offices a New York City law firm. Along with Redbox, one notable brand in the mix is Crackle, an ad-supported streaming service launched 20 years ago and long operated by Sony Pictures Entertainment. Hundreds of films formerly controlled by Screen Media, a longtime specialty film label, are also included in the sale. (See a full list of assets HERE.) The auction will take place at 10 a.m. on April 23 at the Hudson Yards offices of Milbank LLP. After investors opted to cut their losses on the enfeebled Chicken Soup entertainment group (a spinoff from the still-extant publishing company), the company wound up in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. It abruptly liquidated, laying off 1,000 employees with no severance or benefits, and idling about 24,000 Redbox kiosks. Separate from the bankruptcy, employees are pursuing legal action against Bill Rouhana, the former chairman and CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment. In addition to engineering the reckless $375 million acquisition of Redbox, with most of the purchase price coming in the form of debt, Rouhana is accused by former workers of acting 'in his own self-interest' and is alleged to have 'deceived and manipulated the company' and its employees. Auctions are a staple in all bankruptcies, but they have a colorful history in the entertainment business. One recent example followed the meltdown of the Weinstein Co. following the litany of accusations against Harvey Weinstein. The company's assets ended up being acquired out of bankruptcy in 2018 by Lantern Capital. Lantern, previously unknown in entertainment circles, then teamed with veteran production executive Gary Barber to launch Spyglass Media Group. Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More Brad Pitt's Apple 'F1' Movie: Everything We Know So Far Sign in to access your portfolio
Campaign ME
06-03-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Barn's coffee chain appoints Horizon FCB Saudi as lead agency
Saudi Arabia-based coffee chain Barn's has chosen Horizon FCB Saudi as its lead agency. Horizon FCB Saudi will collaborate with Barn's on all strategic initiatives, creative development, social media efforts, and paid media campaigns, strengthening the brand's position as one of the Kingdom's most beloved and pioneering coffee chains. Through this partnership, Horizon FCB Saudi Arabia will focus on delivering innovative and impactful campaigns that bolster Barn's status as a top local brand within Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing coffee culture. The agency will lead strategic social media initiatives, create engaging content, and establish meaningful consumer connections through high-profile collaborations, including Barn's sponsorship of Esports World Cup champions, Team Falcons. Tony Rouhana, VP of Horizon FCB Saudi Arabia, commented on the partnership: 'We're excited to team up with Barn's, a brand that shares our passion for creativity, authenticity, and forward-thinking.' Rouhana added, 'With more than 30 years of heritage in Saudi Arabia, Barn's has built an enduring legacy. We look forward to helping take the brand to new heights and creating work that achieves the desired 'economic multiplier'.' Since its inception in 1992, Barn's has set the standard for premium coffee experiences, expanding to more than 800 locations across Saudi Arabia and beyond. With Horizon FCB's expertise in creative storytelling, integrated marketing, and digital capabilities, this partnership aims to deliver bold and effective campaigns that further solidify Barn's leadership in the competitive retail coffee and food industry. This appointment also marks a significant milestone in Horizon FCB Saudi Arabia's continued growth and its commitment to delivering culturally relevant, results-driven marketing solutions.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Yahoo
Prayer vigil to be held for missing Vestal man
VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A local church is calling for the safe return of a missing Vestal man as it joins the community in prayer. Our Lady of Sorrows is holding a prayer vigil on February 23 for 69-year-old Adib 'Eddie' Rouhana. The vigil will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the church, located at 801 Main Street in Vestal. Rouhana was last seen at around noon on January 11 at Cars R Us on Upper Front Street in the Town of Chenango. BCSO provides update on missing Vestal man During a news conference on January 29, Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar said police have obtained cell phone records that indicate Rouhana's phone was last updated at 6 p.m. on January 11 near his used car lot. It was turned off shortly after and has not been used since. Akshar also said the Sheriff's Office is confident that someone has information regarding Rouhana's disappearance. The Rouhana family is offering a $20,000 reward to anyone with information that leads directly to his whereabouts. Please report any tips, video footage, sightings, or information regarding the location of Rouhana to the Broome County Sheriff's Office Tip Line at (607)778-1196. Local Eagle Scout honoring domestic violence victims with project 2 people shot in Philadelphia near Eagles Super Bowl parade: report Racial Justice and Equity Fund applications now open The Cher Show coming to the Forum Prayer vigil to be held for missing Vestal man Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Yahoo
BCSO provides update on missing Vestal man
TOWN OF DICKINSON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The investigation is continuing for a missing Vestal man. 69-year-old Adib 'Eddie' Rouhana was last seen at around noon on January 11 in the 1100 block of Upper Front Street in the Town of Chenango. On Wednesday, the Broome County Sheriff's Office held a press conference updating the public on the investigation. Sheriff Fred Akshar says police have obtained cell phone records that indicate Rouhana's phone was last updated at 6 p.m. on January 11 at his business, Car R Us. It was turned off shortly after and has not been used since. Local car dealer missing from Town of Chenango Akshar says leads have slowed down however, he is confident somebody knows something or saw something that day and encourages individuals to come forward with information as soon as possible. Rouhana's family was in attendance at the conference. Eddie's son Zane Rouhana pleaded for his father's return. The family is offering a $20,000 reward to anyone with information that leads directly to Eddie Rouhana's whereabouts. Please report any tips, video footage, sightings, or information regarding the location of Rouhana to the Broome County Sheriff's Office Tip Line at (607)778-1196. A link to the full press conference can be seen here. BCSO provides update on missing Vestal man Lunar New Year: What does the Year of the Snake mean? Josh Riley opens first two district offices Snow showers and gusty winds bring more isolated snow squalls today Binghamton-inspired film making international debut Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
