Off The Break Podcast

The New York Times writes a good article on how and why movie theaters are making certain upgrades, while Slash Films tries and fails to contradict them. Codi, Kyle and Ken talk about both articles, which leads them to describing the movie theater of their dreams.

Codi, Kyle and Ken get "dressed up" (check out the episode on YouTube to see) to talk about their favorite comedian Bert Kreischer's new movie, The Machine. They also give their opinions on the idea of putting trigger warnings displayed on theatrical releases before the movie plays.

Codi, Kyle and Ken vent about the film ratings system, and come up with their own system to take its place. They also come to a consensus that pre-sales for a movie are not as important anymore as they once were. There is also an update on the writer's strike, which may have actors get involved.

A new article breaks down the costs for theater equipment with context as to why theaters struggle to make upgrades. But why are only big chain theaters being interviewed when smaller theaters also have the same struggles? Ken and Kyle discuss this, plus whether there is superhero fatigue or low-quality fatigue.

Codi, Kyle, and Ken explain how the writer's strike could impact movie theaters and when that time will come. They also bring up the idea of theaters adding fees to 3D glasses in the wake of the large amount of summer product coming this year.

Variety released a new interview with multiple theater owners that shined a light on the industry. Codi, Ken and Kyle discuss how the interview was needed to have people outside the industry understand it better. They also dish on all of the great buzz they heard about this year's CinemaCon.

Codi, Kyle and Ken are unsurprised by a new survey that concludes audiences do not care when a movie goes on streaming after it's theatrical release, and discuss how the social experience at a movie theater matters. They also talk about AMC selling popcorn at Walmarts and the confusing logic behind that.

Codi is back to discuss with Kyle and Ken the Academy's newest windowing rule where potential nominees will have to release movies to a wider amount of markets. They also poke fun at critics for not enjoying The Super Mario Bros. Movie, their love for the Peaches song, and possible new Star Wars movies in the works.

Ken and Kyle discuss the importance of good projection for movie theaters after Vulture writes about the industry's issues with bad projection. They discuss the good points of the article while addressing parts they disagree with. Kyle also brags to Ken a little too much about the greatness of John Wick Chapter 4.

Apple seems to be following Amazon's lead on wanting to spend more money on releasing movies theatrically. Kyle and Ken discuss if this means Amazon and Apple are about to become major distributors. The two hosts also bring up the issue of very few animated movies releasing to theaters.