Theater Owners Chief John Fithian Doubles Down on Streaming Debate: ‘Simultaneous Release Does Not Work for Anyone’

Tripwire Interactive has announced that CEO John Gibson has “stepped down” from his position at the company, following a comment he made supporting a controversial anti-abortion law that passed in Texas.In a statement shared earlier today (September 7), Tripwire Interactive has distanced itself from comments made by Gibson and announced that he has been replaced by Alan Wilson, who will act as interim CEO.

Counting On star Jana Duggar is known for her love of skirts, part of the family's conservative dress code, but she surprised fans on Tuesday when she shared snaps in which she wore smart black pants.The 31-year-old took to Instagram to post several snaps from the Las Vegas Market, revealing that she was "still dreaming of all the pretty things I saw at the Las Vegas Market"."You just glow! You radiate so much positivity! " commented one fan as another added: "I love your style Jana! So simple &

Ben Affleck is strengthening his relationship with Jennifer Lopez’s mom! The actor was spotted directing a brand new commercial for a gaming app, alongside Shaquille O’Neal and Lupe Rodríguez.The commercial for mobile sports betting and iGaming app WynnBET shows Ben entering the casino floor in Las Vegas, while J.Lo’s mom shows her incredible gaming abilities playing multiple slot machines at once.The Hollywood star and director can be seen getting betting advice, and making some funny

EXCLUSIVE: Magnolia Network, Chip & Joanna Gaines’ multi-platform joint venture with Discovery, has ordered two new shows – The Craftsman and The Art of Vintage – both for premiere on Magnolia Network next year. Additionally, the network has greenlighted two new pilots, One Big Day with Bob Goff (wt) and From Grandma, with Love (wt).

Patty Jenkins is looking back at the release of Wonder Woman 1984.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterCinemaCon, the annual convention of movie theater owners, is all about flash.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterUniversal Pictures unlocked the cage on the first new footage from “Jurassic World: Dominion” on Wednesday night in Las Vegas.Presenting at CinemaCon, the annual convention of movie theater owners, the studio offered up a behind-the-scenes look at the returning cast of the original “Jurassic Park” — Laura Dern as Dr.

Every year, theater owners from all over the world gather at CinemaCon to watch as movie studios show exclusive peeks at future films that will be gracing the big screen. It’s seen as a celebration of film and the theatrical experience.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterLady Di has made her Vegas debut.The crowd of theater owners at CinemaCon, the annual trade show convention currently unfolding at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, got a first look at footage for “Spencer,” the biographical drama featuring Kristen Stewart as a young Princess Diana.“Spencer,” set in 1991, unfolds over the Christmas holiday and grapples with Diana’s (born Diana Frances Spencer) decision to end her marriage to Prince Charles.

Following MPA Chairman-CEO Charles Rivkin today at CinemaCon were National Association of Theatre Owners Chief John Fithian and No. 1 global circuit boss Adam Aron, who continued the patriotic messages for theatrical exhibition about how they are an essential to a multi-billion industry.

Ghostbusters: Afterlife, the sequel from director Jason Reitman, has received positive early reactions following its first screening.The film premiered at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Monday (August 23), with many in attendance posting their thoughts on social media.Hollywood Critics Association founder Scott Menzel described the film as the “Ghostbusters sequel that I’ve been waiting all my life to see” and that it’s “nostalgia done right”.Insider’s Jason Guerrasio was equally positive, writing:

One of the greatest boxers of all-time may have reached the end of his career. Manny Pacquiao, an eight-division world champion, lost to unheralded Yordenis Ugas on Saturday night by unanimous decision. At age 42, it was a disheartening loss for Pacquiao, who was the heavy favorite.

2K Games revealed the latest gameplay trailer for WWE 2K22 during last night’s WWE SummerSlam event held in Las Vegas.WWE aired the trailer during the SummerSlam pay-per-view broadcast and was subsequently shared on Twitter as well. Developer 2K Games also revealed that WWE 2K22 will release early next year, during March 2022.Numerous wrestlers, including current WWE champions like Bobby Lashley, Charlotte Flair and Roman Reigns appear in the trailer.

The Delta Variant, streaming wars and surging piracy loom large as CinemaCon launches Sunday at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, the first in-person gathering of theaters owners and Hollywood studios since the pandemic struck 18-months ago. The virus has slashed registered attendees to circa 2,000 from 3,500 pre-pandemic, with a sizeable European contingent entirely shut out by U.S.

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