Off The Break Podcast

Dune Part 2 has been pushed back to March 2024 because of the strike. Why couldn't the studio have stayed put and marketed this movie without the actors? Other topics include National Cinema Day's potential and how the industry will react to artificial intelligence not being copyrightable.

Disney is in the headlines lately, ranging from potentially reducing the amount of content, to the rising prices of streaming services and parks. Could all be leading to Apple buying the Mouse House? Plus, a discussion about platform releasing being a promotional tool during the writers/actors strike.

Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss how the successes of Barbie and Oppenheimer may have caused movie theater managers and their staff to experience burnout. The hosts also discuss AMC's decision to not use a Sightline Pricing model and offer possible alternatives to the idea.

Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss what lessons Paramount need to learn from other studios after reading about the new CEO, Brian Robbins. The three hosts also mention the release changes for Gran Turismo and other Sony titles, and if the new Ninja Turtles movie made them feel like a kid again or made them feel old.

The theatrical exhibition industry is breathing a sigh of relief with the news of UPS avoiding a potential strike. But how long will that relief last now that Warner Bros. and potentially other studios may move the release dates of 2023's remaining titles. During these discussions, Codi and Kyle are having Barbie fever while Ken feels validated for himself and Kens everywhere.

Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss how internet conspiracy theories surrounding Sound Of Freedom have added a new wrinkle into the lives of movie theater owners and operators. They also explain the long-term impact of the actors and writers going on strike, and why they are more afraid of UPS drivers doing the same.

The weekend of the releases of Barbie and Oppenheimer is starting to become a massive event for all audiences, and the hosts of the podcast love seeing the attention it brings to movie theaters everywhere. They also discuss how Sound Of Freedom became a box office surprise and their disdain for movies opening on Wednesdays.

Codi and Ken listen to Kyle's disappointment towards Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Speaking of disappointment, Codi and Ken express their concerns over releasing movies on VOD while still playing in theaters. The three hosts also give their opinions on the new actor playing Superman.

Codi, Kyle and Ken missed all the twists and turns that June brought to movie theaters, so they come back to the studio to recap an interesting beginning of summer. They reflect on The Flash's poor box office and explain what may have caused it to not do well, as well as the possible longevity for June releases including No Hard Feelings and Indiana Jones 5.

As the writer's strike continues, the Director's Guild was able to strike a new deal with the studios to give themselves better pay. Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss how this will add a new wrinkle into the strike. They also discuss the Transformers cinematic universe and Movie Pass stretching the truth on how many theaters are using their service.

*This episode was recorded June 9th