This Year's Box Office Keeps Getting Worse, New Knives Out Film Gets a Title, DC's Lanterns, Marvel's Vision, and More
On the May 28, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news.I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day.In The News: Furiosa's Opening Weekend Box Office Falls Far Behind Mad Max: Fury RoadListener email: Mitch from Yuma, AZ wrote in: Hey Ben and Ryan, I just wanted to hear some more of your thoughts on what you talked about on last Monday’s episode. I was stunned when you said for a healthy box office, the average person needed to see 3-4 movies a year, because my wife and I see a movie at least every two weeks. I know we are above average, but I figured everyone went to the theater on average once a month. My question is, if we really only need 3-4 visits per person per year to have a healthy box office, why have the theaters not figured out a monthly subscription-based plan yet? I know there’s AMC Stubs A-List Premiere program, but I don’t know much about it because we don’t have an AMC in my town, we have a Harkins and a Regal. (My wife and I personally love Harkins.) There was the big fiasco known as MoviePass, but how does a program where you pay $30 a month to watch as many movies as you want NOT work? Give the studios 75% of that subscription, divvied up amongst them, while the theater makes their money on the concession sales, like they always do. The more times people are in the theater, the more popcorn and soda they will buy. I don’t know if you two have insight or ideas on how this could work or why it hasn’t yet, but I’d love to hear your thoughts. Thank you and keep up the great work.Title Of Third Benoit Blanc Mystery Officially Revealed By Director Rian JohnsonKnives Out Sequel Wake Up Dead Man Finds Some New Suspects (Or Victims)James Gunn Reveals The Writing Team Behind DC's Green Lanterns TV ShowMarvel's Vision Series Is Still Floating Around, Now Has A Star Trek ShowrunnerThe New Star Trek Movie Is A Prequel – But Will It Rewrite The Franchise Timeline?Godzilla X Kong Director Adam Wingard Isn't Returning For The SequelThe Godzilla And Kong Movies Need A New Director – Here Are Our PicksLegendary Director Steven Spielberg's (Top Secret) Next Movie Has A Release DateAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
28 Maj 202434min
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Revved Us Up, Plus An Interview With George Miller
On the May 24, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editors Brad Oman and BJ Colangelo to talk about George Miller’s latest film, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, and present an interview with George Miller.In the mailbag: Lance wrote in a couple of days ago and said: Just listening to yesterday’s podcast and Ryan mentioned that by a certain date he will have watched all three Star Wars prequels in the theater. I wasn’t aware that Episode 2 and 3 were already released, but I may have missed it. I took my son to see Episode 1 and it was his first Star Wars movie and he really loved it, so I’m hoping I didn’t miss it. Just hoping you have some info - thanks!In Our Feature Presentation: Furiosa Review: This Thrilling Epic On The Fury Road Is George Miller's Magnum OpusGeneral thoughtsHow it compares to Fury RoadSpoilers: favorite momentsWhat is this movie actually about?Bill Bria’s George Miller interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
24 Maj 202448min
Evil is Going Out With a Bang, Plus An Interview With Showrunners Michelle and Robert King
On the May 23, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Jacob Hall to talk about the final season of the TV show Evil, and present an interview with showrunners Michelle and Robert King.In The News:Evil Season 4 Review: The Best Streaming Horror Series Remains Grotesque And Hilarious In Its Final SeasonInterview with Michelle and Robert KingAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
23 Maj 202421min
Water Cooler: Sweets and Snacks Expo, IF, Everybody's In L.A., and More
On the May 22, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Brad Oman to gather around the virtual water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to.In the Water Cooler:What we’ve been Doing:Brad returned to the Sweets and Snacks Expo, this time in IndianapolisWhat we’ve been Reading:Ben read My Escape From Venice’s Prison.Brad read The Art and Soul of Dune: Part TwoWhat we’ve been Watching:Ben watched Casanova and rewatched Twister.Brad watched Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, IF, and John Mulaney’s Everybody’s in LAWhat we’ve been Eating:Brad tried Fruity Pebbles Candy Chews, Sour Patch Kids Oreos, Girl Scouts Cookies flavored Cake Bites, and Parlor DonutsAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
22 Maj 202439min
Road House 2, Another John Wick Spin-Off, Fantastic Four Casting Update, The Porsche Experience, and More
On the May 21, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer Bill Bria to talk about the latest film and TV news.In The News:Bill visited the Porsche Experience for Bad Boys: Ride or Die.The Fantastic Four casting updates: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are the main characters. We know Julia Garner is playing a female version of the Silver Surfer. Since then, Ralph Ineson has been cast as Galactus, and John Malkovich, Paul Walter Hauser, and Natasha Lyonne have joined the movie in unknown roles.Marvel's Fantastic Four Casts Ralph Ineson As Planet-Eating Villain GalactusGalactus Actor Ralph Ineson Is Already In The MCU (But Blink And You'll Miss Him)Marvel Studios Is Dealing With A Decades-Long Comics ProblemRoad House Sequel Is Happening At Amazon, Jake Gyllenhaal Will Return To Bust More HeadsOscar Winner Cillian Murphy Is Returning To The Horror Franchise That Kickstarted His CareerSydney Sweeney's Barbarella Remake Recruits One Of The Best Directors AliveJohn Wick Spinoff Starring Donnie Yen's Caine Is Happening, Will Pay Off That Credits SceneAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
21 Maj 202438min
How Many Movies Should the Average Person See Per Year? Plus IF, The Strangers, and More Box Office Takeaways
On the May 20, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news.In The News:Box office recapListener email: Melissa in St. Louis writes in: Hi Ben, I enjoy listening to the box office recap every week, and I wanted to reach out to you and Ryan to ask: How many movies should the average person go see in a year for a healthy domestic box office? When you talk about the money that needs to be made by a specific movie or the overall industry, I’m always curious how that breaks down to the level of a hypothetical individual audience member. I know there’s differing ticket prices and formats and all sorts of other variables, but I’d appreciate hearing your rough estimate of the Average Joe’s movie-going quota for a year, or even just the summer season.Tom Rothman Deadline interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
20 Maj 202438min
Spoiler-Free Thoughts On The Strangers: Chapter 1, Plus A Career-Spanning Interview with Renny Harlin
On the May 17, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Jacob Hall to talk about The Strangers: Chapter 1 and present an interview with the movie’s director, Renny Harlin.How is The Strangers: Chapter 1?In Our Feature Presentation: An Interview with Renny HarlinWhat is Jacob’s relationship to the Strangers films?All the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
17 Maj 202439min
Netflix's NFL Deal, Streaming Bundling, and Kevin Costner's DVD Comments
On the May 16, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news.In The News:Netflix's NFL Deal Is The Streamer's Biggest Investment In Live Sports – Here's Why It's A Huge DealIt's Official: Streaming Is Now Just Cable, But Somehow Much WorseDVD Isn't As Dead As You May Think, Says Director Kevin CostnerAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
16 Maj 202430min
