Weekend Edition: Classic New York Movies; The Goofy Movie Explained; Netflix Is the New Cable; Eli Roth Wants $100
Criterion focuses on some classic New York City movies. Is Netflix is the new cable TV? And finally someone explains why everyone is talking about the Goofy Movie.
It's Saturday, April 19th. The weekend is here! Here's what you need to know.
Today's Headlines
This month the Criterion Channel has a great selection of Films That Feature New York City. (Source: Current/Criterion)
Finally, someone explains Why Everyone Is Talking About the Goofy Movie. Suddenly embraced by a new generation, the 30 year old Disney movie has become a cult classic. (Source: Little White Lies)
Writer Jeff Rauseo has published a new opinion piece criticizing Netflix’s evolving content strategy. Once a Movie Lover's Paradise, Rauseo argues the streaming giant has become an algorithm-driven hub for reality TV and celebrity boxing matches. (Source: JeffRauseo.com)
Horror movie director Eli Roth is allowing individual investors to Invest In His New Film Studio for as little as $100. (Source: Republic)
Now Hear This
If you're a classic film lover, the Watch This List Podcast with Amy Hensarling is always a great listen. Source: Watch This List
Daily Box Office Rankings
Thursday, April 17th
1) A Minecraft Movie
2) The King of Kings
3) The Amateur
4) Warfare
5) The Chosen: Last Supper Part 3
(Source: Box Office Mojo)
Job Openings of the Week
These are not vetted or endorsed in any way by MNP. They are simply interesting positions we discovered this week.
Development Coordinator for Original Productions
Coordinate internal meetings / zooms, schedule meetings with outside clients. Manage two heavy schedules in an organized manner. Contribute to the development team meetings and brainstorms as assigned. (Source: The Tracking Board)
Production Coordinator for Little Dot Studios (UK)
Project planning and assisting with the smooth running of our production processes. Supporting the production team. Managing a variety of cost monitors, ensuring that delivery is achievable within the required timeframe and budget. (Source: The Tracking Board)
Film Festivals/Conferences Today
San Francisco International Film Festival, US - April 17-27
Sunny Bunny LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, Ukraine - April 18-25
Upcoming Film Festivals/Conferences
New York Cinefest, April 24-27
Atlanta Film Festival, US - April 24-May 4
BCN Film Fest, Spain - April 24-May 2
Canneseries, France - April 24-29
Far East Film Festival, Italy - April 24-May 2
HotDocs, Canada - April 24-May 4
JFilm Festival, US - April 24-May 4
Milwaukee Film Festival, US - April 24-May 8
San Luis Obispo International Film Festival, US - April 24-29
Watch This Tonight
Sudden Fear (1952), Directed by David Miller
Those EYES. Features a remarkable performance by Joan Crawford, and the film-noir look is legendary.
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