Theaters reported 25. 5 million ticket sales in May, the best May attendance since 2019. The weekend rush—over 4. 2 million seats filled—was partly powered by “Backrooms, ” a film that cracked $81 million at the U. S. box office in its first weekend. It now stands as the sixth new release in the las
Theaters today love big summer movies—think giant explosions, familiar heroes, and endless sequels. These films fill screens and wallets, crowding out smaller stories that need space to breathe. A fresh crime comedy from Neon, built around a shoplifting crew led by Keke Palmer, now tests whether suc
Theaters got a big surprise when the "Stranger Things" finale hit screens. It brought in about $25 million, which was great news for movie theaters struggling to attract audiences. The show aired on Netflix and in around 600 theaters on New Year's Eve, with extra showings on New Year's Day. Fans co
Theaters saw a big boost over New Year's. They made between $25 million and $28 million by showing the final episode of "Stranger Things. " This was a special event. Different theaters charged different prices. Some places, like AMC and Cinemark, sold tickets for $20. They included a snack voucher.
Apollo, a major investment firm, has shifted its view on technology companies. It now sees risks, especially for those in software. The firm is betting against loans from companies like Internet Brands, SonicWall, and Perforce. Why? Apollo thinks AI is a big threat. It can do many jobs that people
Apollo Global Management took a bold step. They decided to bet against some software companies. These companies were thought to be vulnerable to AI. The companies in question were Internet Brands, SonicWall, and Perforce. This wasn't a small move. The loans involved were less than 1% of Apollo's ma
Theaters across the globe are currently facing a unique challenge: managing the wild enthusiasm of audiences watching the new Minecraft movie. The excitement has led to some unexpected and chaotic behavior. Some viewers have been throwing food and drinks, damaging theater property, and even bringing
