Eat.Sleep.Movie.Repeat
A Podcast about Movies from Cathay Cinemas Kerikeri And Lido Cinema Hamilton. Brent Harbour and Industry Insider Ross Churchouse talk about Classic Movies, New Releases and make Box Office Predictions!
Eat.Sleep.Movie.Repeat
Box Office Battles and French Film Delights
The theatrical landscape continues its fascinating evolution as major studio releases compete with festival fare and streaming exclusives. We kick off with our regular box office predictions segment, where Mission Impossible's latest installment has performed admirably with a $1.44 million haul. While not reaching the heights some predicted, it demonstrates the franchise's enduring appeal and the emerging pattern of films finding their audience through word-of-mouth rather than opening weekend rushes.
From the world of John Wick comes "Ballerina," starring Ana de Armas as a revenge-seeking assassin trained at the mysterious Ruska Roma ballet academy. Set between John Wick 3 and 4, this spinoff maintains the stylish action choreography fans expect while introducing fresh perspectives through its female protagonist. We debate whether this expansion of the John Wick universe will connect with audiences or if franchise fatigue might be setting in. The film's recent title change to more explicitly connect it to John Wick speaks volumes about studio marketing strategies in 2025.
The French Film Festival 2025 has launched to enthusiastic audiences nationwide, with several screenings already selling out. Highlights include "The Scammers," drawing favorable comparisons to classic comedies like "Waking Ned Devine," and showcasing the distinctive storytelling that French cinema excels at delivering. For those looking beyond Hollywood fare, this festival presents perfect opportunities to discover films that balance entertainment with thought-provoking themes.
Perhaps most surprising is the phenomenal success of "Ocean," the David Attenborough documentary that continues selling out theaters. At 99 years old, Attenborough's potentially final major documentary has struck a profound emotional chord with audiences. Meanwhile, Adam Sandler's "Happy Gilmore 2" heads directly to Netflix despite significant interest in theatrical screenings, highlighting the complex relationship between streaming and traditional cinema in today's market.
Discover what's happening in your local theaters, from international festivals to community screenings of never-before-seen documentaries. Have you checked out any foreign films lately? Tell us your favorites!
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