Disney (and others) at the Box Office - Current State of Affairs

CinematicFusion

CinematicFusion

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CinematicFusion said:
The 2021 Hollywood Diversity Report does not specifically mention or provide statistics regarding the representation of straight white Christians in the film industry. The report primarily focuses on the representation of women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups in various roles within the film industry. It offers insights into the progress and challenges related to gender and racial diversity in Hollywood, particularly in the context of lead actors, total cast, writers, directors, and film budgets. For more detailed information, you can view the full report on UCLA’s newsroom here.
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The discussion from Biola University titled “Portrayals of Committed Christians in Hollywood Media” examines how committed Christians are depicted in Hollywood. It notes that Christians are often presented as foolish, either as naïve or hypocritical. The conversation also touches on the difference between the portrayal of evangelical and Catholic characters, with the latter often shown with more nuance. Examples from popular shows and films are discussed to illustrate these portrayals. The discussion further explores the concept of the ‘holy fool’ in media and the differences in Christian representation between American and European films. For more details, you can visit the Biola University’s website here.
 
Disney Irish

Disney Irish

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_caleb said:
I'm fascinated that so many of you still buy/watch physical disks! It's honestly been 15 years since I used a DVD. I have questions:
  • How do you guys watch DVDs on your iPads?
  • Do you also subscribe to D+ and other streaming services?
  • Do you need to polish/buff scratches out of the disks?
  • Do you carry them in a big folio case like we used to?
  • Do you have a DVD player for each TV in your home?
Obviously the announcement that Best Buy is going to stop carrying DVDs is a result of audience behavior, but I truly had no idea that some of us were still DVD devotees.
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I think there is a place for physical media in all forms even today. I still know people that continue to use an 8-Track even though that format hasn't been used in 40 years.

However I think the market is slowly phasing out DVDs/Blu-Rays and other newer formats over time. Which should really be expected as newer technologies come to market. I heard there had been rumors of Sony and Panasonic (core members of the consortium for the format) phasing out their DVD/Blu-Ray players over the next 5 years or so, we'll see if that comes to pass.
 
erasure fan1

erasure fan1

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Disney Irish said:
However I think the market is slowly phasing out DVDs/Blu-Rays and other newer formats over time. Which should really be expected as newer technologies come to market. I heard there had been rumors of Sony and Panasonic (core members of the consortium for the format) phasing out their DVD/Blu-Ray players over the next 5 years or so, we'll see if that comes to pass.
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If I remember right, Samsung already stopped making the machines around 3yrs ago.
 
BuddyThomas

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CinematicFusion said:

Disney Says Future Characters Will Be 50% LGBTQ Or Minorities​


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Disney Says Future Characters Will Be 50% LGBTQ Or Minorities

Karey Burke, President of Disney General Entertainment, has stated that future characters going forward will be 50% LGBTQ or minorities.
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statement is accurate. Karey Burke, the President of Disney General Entertainment, did express a commitment that 50% of the characters in their future projects would be from LGBTQ or other underrepresented groups. This statement aligns with their broader trend towards greater diversity and inclusion in media representation
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What’s the problem with this? Please educate us.
 
TalkingHead

TalkingHead

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Animaniac93-98 said:
Charts with Dan this week brought up a couple of things that I thought were relevant here.

Studios don't make any less money from AMC or Cineplex's subscription programs. They get the same cut regardless and if you go see 5 movies in a month, the theater chains eat that cost hoping you buy concessions to make up for it. Conversely, if you only go once in a month, than that's extra money for them too. They probably get a lot of people who pay up front for the subscription and then don't use it as much as they thought (just like streaming services).

That same Matt Damon interview about mid-budget movies and DVD sales was also brought up and an explanation was given about how the studios have basically killed much of their own revenue generators for the sake of streaming, which has not been the business most expected. No one knows how to fix it, but the first person who does will be very successful.
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Noticed that AMC now stipulates if you cancel a membership, you have to wait six months before you can re-subscribe. Probably ways to work around that but they at least are making you jump through hoops. Can’t say it convinced me to stay subscribed, but it might work for someone on the fence.
 
CinematicFusion

CinematicFusion

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Star Wars' Director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy Says It's About Time a Woman Shaped a Star Wars Film​

'Star Wars' Director's Comment About Men Sparks Calls to Boycott​

Chinoy is asked during a Women in the World Foundation panel, "What is the balance of activating a force for change, but also trying to permeate that patriarchy, that power structure, and is that a part of the calculation of your art as well and what's been the reaction to that?"

Chinoy replies, "Oh, absolutely. I like to make men uncomfortable. I enjoy making men uncomfortable ...
 

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