formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
Event cinema specialist Trafalgar Releasing has recruited Kymberli Frueh who will join its North American operation as senior VP, programming and acquisitions. Source: Trafalgar Releasing Beefs Up U.S. Presence with Kymberli Frueh Hire – Variety
Landmark Theatres, a high-end chain known for its art-house offerings, has been quietly on the market for some time. But this week, two would-be buyers emerged as potential suitors: Netflix and Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios. Source: Will Netflix Buy a … Continued
The content service will enable theater owners to access thousands of shows, movies, and special events to host on their screens. Source: MyCinema, New Alternative Content Service, Launching at CinemaCon
AMC Entertainment is working on an initial public offering in London for European exhibition chain Odeon, according to a report by Reuters on Thursday. Source: AMC Working on £2 Billion London IPO for Odeon (Report) – Variety
CinemaCon will include a code of conduct expressly barring harassment and discrimination at the four-day conference for theater owners. Source: CinemaCon to Include Sexual Harassment Hotline – Variety
2017 was a banner year for film and TV production in the U.K., with spending hitting a record £2.84 billion ($4 billion) – an 11% increase from the previous year, according to data released Wednesday by the British Film Institute. … Continued