formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
2016 was a record year for inward investment but spend on domestic films was lowest level in three years.BFI statistics released today reveal a record-breaking spend on film production in the UK last year. Source: US investment fuels record £1.6bn … Continued
With even senior executives at US studios calling for change, the debate about shortening cinema’s exclusive windows around the world is again intensifying. Source: Are much shorter theatrical windows around the corner? | Features | Screen
Statistics presented at UK cinema conference also revealed that 51% of audiences believe the cinema experience does not justify the overall expense. Source: This Way Up conference: 78% see cinema as “expensive activity” | News | Screen
Did the record-breaking success of 2015 help tempt consumers back into the cinema-going habit? Charles Gant charts the surprise hits and disappointments of 2016 to date. Source: UK box office 2016: the verdict | Features | Screen
Co-founder of Cineworld-owned Picturehouse to step down after more than 25 years at helm; interim MD appointed. Source: Picturehouse co-founder Lyn Goleby to step down | News | Screen
Geoff Greaves, owner and operator of the UK’s Merlin Cinemas chain, will be presented with the honorary Exhibition Achievement Award, sponsored by the UK Cinema Association, at this year’s Screen Awards. Source: Merlin Cinemas’ Geoff Greaves to be feted at … Continued