Hollywood Stocks Take A Beating; Tron: Ares Faces A Bumpy Ride; New York Film Festival Chat With Daniel Battsek
The stock market nosedived today, dragging movie stocks down.
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Tron: Ares Struggles to Boot Up at the Box Office
Disney's highly anticipated Tron: Ares is facing a bumpy ride at the box office. Initial projections pointed towards a $40M opening weekend, but current estimates now place it in the mid-to-high $30 million range. The Jared Leto starrer needs a significant surge on Saturday and Sunday to reach earlier forecasts, but with Indigenous Peoples Day weekend in play, there's still a flicker of hope for a reboot. Read more at Deadline →
Battsek Talks Shop: From Miramax to Lincoln Center
Daniel Battsek, current president of Lincoln Center and former chairman of Film4, sat down for a candid conversation about the New York Film Festival and the upcoming slate of 2025 movies. He also reminisced about his days at Miramax, offering insights into the making of cinematic masterpieces like "There Will Be Blood" and "No Country for Old Men". A true industry veteran sharing some behind-the-scenes gold. Read more at IndieWire →
Lights, Camera, Georgia: Trilith Institute Offers Filmmakers $100K to Create in the Peach State
Calling all filmmakers seeking funding and a change of scenery. The Trilith Institute in Georgia is offering a creative residency grant that includes $100,000 in funding, a living stipend, and mentorship. This sounds like a sweet opportunity to bring your cinematic vision to life in a state known for its vibrant film community and Southern hospitality. Read more at IndieWire →
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On The Radar
- Elba Takes the Presidential Reins
Idris Elba jokes he is following in Morgan Freeman's footsteps by playing presidents, most recently in "A House of Dynamite".
Read more at IndieWire → - Keira Knightley Cruises into Chilly Thrills
Keira Knightley stars in "The Woman in Cabin 10," a Ruth Ware adaptation that promises suspense on the high seas (but maybe bring a blanket).
Read more at IndieWire →
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