Comedian Nate Bargatze has asked cinemas to introduce reduced ticket prices for his upcoming feature film. The move aims to make the movie more accessible to audiences ahead of its late May release.
The world-famous comedian announced the special 'Nate Rate' pricing program for his first feature film The Breadwinner. Theaters are being encouraged to participate in the initiative to lower costs for viewers.
Netflix Films chairman Dan Lin said the platform will avoid filmmakers who demand theatrical openings, except for one upcoming project.
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Mexican actor Diego Luna questioned the cost of tickets for the 2026 World Cup, deeming them inaccessible to most fans. His remarks align with earlier criticism from director Alejandro González Iñárritu.
Director Doug Liman plans to shop his AI-generated film Bitcoin: Killing Satoshi at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The thriller stars Gal Gadot as a model-turned-reporter, Pete Davidson as a crypto millionaire, and Casey Affleck as a doctor suspected to be bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Production used generative AI for lighting, sets, and post-production to reduce costs.
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John Carney's music dramedy Power Ballad has moved from limited to wide release across more than 1,200 screens. Lionsgate is handling distribution for the film starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.
The Tribeca Festival is set to begin with the world premiere of a documentary on Earth, Wind & Fire directed by Questlove. The 25th edition runs in Lower Manhattan through June 14.
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AMC Entertainment CEO Adam Aron described Netflix's upcoming wide theatrical release of Greta Gerwig's Narnia film as the biggest opportunity for theaters to partner with the streamer. He highlighted improving industry momentum during an earnings call. The release is scheduled for February 2027.